Tow vehicle for 5th wheel camper
just inherited a 5th wheel camper. What I'm wondering is, am I'm ok with my 01 Silverado 1500 4x4 with the Z71 suspension and 5.3 with auto trans. The trailer is about 30 feet long and has dual axles.
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In general, 1/2 ton trucks are not suitable for towing fifth wheel RVs. There are a few exceptions, but a 1500 4x4 is not one of them. You'll need to look at the weight sticker on the fifth wheel and calculate 23% of the trailer's GVWR to get an estimated loaded pin weight. For a 12,000 lb. fifth wheel, that would be about 2,760 lbs. loaded on the pin - probably about twice the payload capacity of the 1500 with full fuel and occupants. A trip to the nearest CAT scales, the door sticker on your truck, and a calculator will tell you what your truck is actually capable of.
Rob
Rob
