2023 Ford 40k towing, 500hp, 1200tq
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Bionic Man wrote:mkirsch wrote:RoyJ wrote:
While I agree with the last sentence, I feel as we approach semi-trailer weights, more weight on the driver is needed for traction.
At 10% (4k lbs) pin weight, starting on a steep wet hill may be an issue. At 20% / 8k lbs, it'll be much better.
A single axle tractor towing a 40k trailer (Pepsi trailer, etc.) would have close to 20k on the drive axle.
When bragging about maximum tow capacities, manufacturers are NOT concerned in the least about "real world conditions."
All they care is if the truck can move it on a flat dry road.
Pretty sure they all follow SAE J2807 towing protocol for ratings….
EXACTLY and the testing is much more than on flat dry roads.
