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cliffy49
Explorer II
Jan 27, 2017

Should I tow this rig

First post here, would appreciate you help on the following.

I am looking at a Prime Time Fury model 2910. GVWR of this rig is 9723, (based on the company brochure)and the rig is listed at 34'6" with a dry tongue weight of 923 lbs.

Tow vehicle is a 2016 F150 with 3.5 ECB engine ,3.55 gearing and Max Tow. Payload is rated at 1989 lbs. Truck was ordered as a fleet vehicle and they backed out. Truck is set up to be used as a tow vehicle.

My question is would this trailer be a wise choice to purchase based on the fact that I have never towed anything larger that a 12 ft. cargo trailer. I would be purchasing a good WDH and already have the sway package on the truck but would get a hitch with it also.

I feel confident that the truck would be able to handle the weights but not sure of the wind effect on that long of a trailer. Most towing would be in Ky. but have family in Ohio and Florida but want to go out west for an extended trip.

Thanks for all you comments and appreciate the help.
  • I guess it can be done, but it is a tall order for any 1/2 ton truck. Our toyhauler is a couple of feet shorter and weighs in at nearly 10K# loaded with water and toys, without toys it comes in over 8500#s. I have a 3/4 ton Chevy HD and I wouldn't want to tow any heavier than this, although most of our towing is between 6K' and 10K' elevation which certainly effects the power delivered by a gasser. I imagine on mostly flat terrain nearer to sea level you will have better towing results, coming to the mountain west region fully loaded will make for a totally different towing experience. Good luck, hope it works out for you.
  • Thanks, dodgeguy. I may be overthinking again, but as I stated I am not as concerned with the weight as I am with the length of the rig.

    I am not saying that the tow will be a breeze, I am certain the engine will be working, but I am more concerned with sail effect at this time.

    Thanks again.
  • Truck is a Super Crew with a 5.5 ft. bed.

    The UVW is 7,262 lbs. and the CCC is 2,461 lbs. Did not think that this was relavent given the GVWR of the trailer. Sorry for thinking too much.:S
  • What is the Dry weight and CCC of the trailer? Is the truck a regular cab, extended cab, crew cab?

    I just looked up the trailers specs, dry weight is 7262lbs and the CCC is 2461. So with approx 1200-1500 lbs (usually a good number to add) added to the dry weight that would put you at approx 8500lbs. That's a lot to ask of a half ton even the eco boost! I'm towing a similar dry weight TT and it weighs 9k lbs ready to travel. I'm towing with an Excursion essentially a 3/4 ton. It will do it but you may be kicking yourself after the first long trip.

    Good luck.

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