4800lbs trailer verse 3800lbs trailer
I would like some info will I save a lot on gas milage If I downsize my travel trailer from a 4800 lbs trailer To a 3800 lbs trailer is it a big difference ? I am trying To find ways to get bet...
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If the size and shape of the frontal area of the trailer is the same there will be no difference in gas mileage and you will save nothing.
The only time weight makes a difference is if the towing trip involves frequent stop and go driving. If your 'close to home' camping involves only driving through urban aeas then there will be a small difference.
The reason is beacuse, for typical towing trips (not in urban areas) weight does not make a significant difference, since it is wind resistance (drag) that affects the mileage the most.
I moved from the previous 17' hybrid (3800#) to the present 30' trailer (7500#) and saw NO change in the mileage. I still get between 9.5 and 10.5 mpg. The rule of thumb for towing TTs is 10 mpg.
If you want to get the B+ in order to save gas then that is your choice, but in this lifestyle (RVing) I don't think that mileage is the primary concern but then we don't know what your criteria are. So that is a whole other discussion.
The only time weight makes a difference is if the towing trip involves frequent stop and go driving. If your 'close to home' camping involves only driving through urban aeas then there will be a small difference.
The reason is beacuse, for typical towing trips (not in urban areas) weight does not make a significant difference, since it is wind resistance (drag) that affects the mileage the most.
I moved from the previous 17' hybrid (3800#) to the present 30' trailer (7500#) and saw NO change in the mileage. I still get between 9.5 and 10.5 mpg. The rule of thumb for towing TTs is 10 mpg.
If you want to get the B+ in order to save gas then that is your choice, but in this lifestyle (RVing) I don't think that mileage is the primary concern but then we don't know what your criteria are. So that is a whole other discussion.
