^ True, but heavy E load LT tires can be aired down to run soft with no load, just like any other E load tire. And a person could get a legitimate 8000lb rated cap out of LT tires with the right tires and rims.
IMO, if not going dually, the best/safest "compromise" if loading to the upper limits is bags, sway bar and a set of 19.5s you can throw on for RV trips.
Remember, cheap, fast or good, pick 2, at most.
Also know that tire and wheel ratings or truck class "rating" truly are the lowest common denominators in most srw scenarios.
Even comparing the "6000lb" payload stripped down reg cab gasser 1 tons to the 4000lb payload CC diesel. The difference in empty rear axle weight is about 1/2 the difference in payload rating. Why? The other 1000lbs is the additional weight on the front axle.
