Wife and I are in the process of buying a 26-30' fifth wheel and truck to pull it for fulltime use.We plan on doing a lot of boondocking and hitting BLM spots and are wondering if 2WD is enough or is 4x4 the way to go.We have found a great deal on a 2wd Dodge dually, I personally want a 4x4 but the cost difference to buy a new one compared to the like new 2wd we found is significant.So how often is 4wd actually needed? Are the majority of places accessible by 2wd?

Look at it this way... if you get the 2WD, the first time you get stuck, you'll be kicking yourself until you are black and blue!See my signature line below. It was intended for engine size, BUT ... it REALLY applies to all parts of the vehicle when you think about it.

Only 4x4 for me. Been in a couple of tight spots without it. Not worth it unless you know you're always going to be on pavement with no snow.

We pulled a TT with an excursion and uses the 4WD many times

Kinda like insurance never know when you'll need it.

"the cost difference to buy a new one compared to the like new 2wd we found is significant." Not a fair comparison. Why not search for a like new 4x4? I think the 4x4 would be the way to go.

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DutchmenSport
Explorer
Mar 13, 2017
Look at it this way... if you get the 2WD, the first time you get stuck, you'll be kicking yourself until you are black and blue!

See my signature line below. It was intended for engine size, BUT ... it REALLY applies to all parts of the vehicle when you think about it.
falconbrother
Explorer II
Mar 13, 2017
Only 4x4 for me. Been in a couple of tight spots without it. Not worth it unless you know you're always going to be on pavement with no snow.
K_Charles
Explorer
Mar 13, 2017
We pulled a TT with an excursion and uses the 4WD many times
MinnCamper
Explorer
Mar 13, 2017
Kinda like insurance never know when you'll need it.
Farmerjon
Explorer
Mar 13, 2017
"the cost difference to buy a new one compared to the like new 2wd we found is significant."
Not a fair comparison. Why not search for a like new 4x4?
I think the 4x4 would be the way to go.
Farmerjon
Explorer
Mar 13, 2017
Welcome to the forum!
i hope you have a lot of Happy camping.
JaredWPhillips
Explorer
Mar 13, 2017
Even if you avoid mud and snow... 4x4 can be very handy. I use it quite often for backing trailers up a hill, or on wet grass...4-LOW is a great tool for saving your transmission and giving you better control when maneuvering in a tight spot. There's also been may times when I couldn't back a trailer on a gravel incline without 4x4. I would never buy a 2WD truck if I intend to use it as a truck.
Bumpyroad
Explorer
Mar 13, 2017
accessible towing a 30 ft fifth wheel? 2 wd is adequate. if you get into a bind, have a tow chain and somebody will pull you out or the tow will be less than a 4wd
bumpy
time2roll
Nomad
Mar 13, 2017
If you need to ask.... 2WD is fine.
transferred
Explorer
Mar 13, 2017
I only buy and recommend 4x4 pickups. First time on wet grass or a boat ramp and you'll be happy you bought one. Resale better too.

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