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deanon
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Feb 09, 2017

Towing a 6000 lbs TT with F150

Hi,
How well would a F150 tow a 5350 lbs dry/6900 GVWR/550 lbs hitch weight travel trailer. It's a total of 28 ft long. I think I will be at most 6000 lbs loaded.

F150 is a 2016 crew cab with the 5.0 V8. A weight distribution and sway bar would be used.

Does anyone have experience with this setup on the highway? I'm concerned about sway and how much the trailer will effect the truck ride.

Thanks!

24 Replies

  • Agree with above replays. Your 5.0 will be turning more rpms than you are accustomed to. Just be prepared for the rpms.
  • No reason it can't work for you, just don't overload the truck with people, gear, and bed full of firewood. The 5.0 is a strong engine, don't be afraid to let it rev, when needed. Your truck should have some sway control built in, to aid in towing. With a good WDH, set up correctly, you should have a good towing experience.

    You are right to be concerned, as you are approaching your towing limit. If you see a 32' 8,000 lb trailer you like, it may be too much.

    Happy camping,
    Jerry
  • I tow a 30' TT that weighs in at 6000 #, with an F150 eco boost and have plenty of power to spare. I use a WDH and equalizer bars, you should be fine.
  • You will be fine with a good hitch. We tow a very similar combo using an Equalizer hitch.

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