Question for the towing experts

harmsal wrote:
Hi, my question is - what is easier to tow or would they tow the same: see below.
An all aluminum 20 foot flat bed trailer with dual axles that weighs 1400 pounds loaded with an 800 pound ATV and a 3500 pound SUV. Total weight - around 5700 pounds - give or take a little.

OR

a new Ford 4x4 pickup which weighs around 5500 pounds loaded with an 800 pound ATV. Total weight - around 6300 pounds - give or take a little.

Both have four wheels on the ground. Does it make any difference whether it is a pickup or trailer? This will be pulled by a Ford V-10 Class C.

Good morning. The trailer would be easier to tow overall for a few reasons in my opinion.

1. The trailer can be backed up. The truck can not (unless you unhook it).

2. The trailer would be easier to hook up although 4 down setups are not bad for hookup.

3. Braking is easier to deal with on a trailer than on a 4 wheel set up.

Make sure you are within your towing limits and make sure your class c can handle the tounge weight of your trailer.

Good luck with the project.