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Lightning55's avatar
Lightning55
Explorer
Apr 13, 2020

2500 HD or 3500 HD?

I have a 5th wheel that I tow with a 2013 Sierra 2500HD SLE Duramax. It does a fine job of towing but I want to upgrade to a nicer equipped truck with the newer generation 6.6L motor. I don't exceed the weight limits on my 2500 but I've been told that the 3500 actually rides better than my truck and has higher towing limits if I ever decide to get a bigger FW. Other than the rear suspension, the 3500 is the same as the 2500, so I'm told. The 2018 LTZ that I'm looking at looks like a locomotive by comparison to my GMC, even though it's not. I have other cars but I really like driving around in the truck even when not towing. I just don't want to over kill on my truck and feel like I'm driving around in a Freighliner. I guess I really don't need greater towing capacity but like the idea of a better ride when not towing. Anyone have a 3500 and wish they got a smaller,lighter truck?
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  • Lwiddis's avatar
    Lwiddis
    Explorer II
    Apr 13, 2020
    Calbar repeats the tried and true rule...buy or select the TT/5er first, then match a TV to it. Good advice.
  • CaLBaR's avatar
    CaLBaR
    Explorer
    Apr 13, 2020
    I would keep the 2500 for now if it does what it is meant to unless you just want to get a new truck. Wait and see if/when you upgrade the 5th wheel and then match the truck to it. If you want the new truck get a 3500 though.

    Rob
  • Me_Again's avatar
    Me_Again
    Explorer III
    Apr 13, 2020
    Get the 3500 and don't look back. DW may see a larger 5th wheel she wants.
  • Lwiddis's avatar
    Lwiddis
    Explorer II
    Apr 13, 2020
    IMO ride in a 3500 and decide for yourself about comfort but review the 2020 Chevy Trailering Guide for payload and max tow weights.

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