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jhelms89
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Feb 19, 2018

Another Towing Post

I know there are a million towing posts out there but I wanted to get your guys input with a little more specific information.

I have a f-150 with max tow of around 7200 lbs. Currently have a 26 ft TT with a loaded weight of around 5000lbs. Trailer pulls fine no problems.

Looking to get a little bigger TT with a dry weight of around 5200 lbs.

My truck is a daily driver so I really don't want to drive around a 3/4 ton drive all the time.

I live in Indiana. We mostly stay at local state parks. We camp around 8-10 times a year. I don't have any plans to go out west or east into any mountains. I really don't see us every traveling any further than Michigan,Illinois,Ohio, or Kentucky.

so the bottom line is what do you guys think about pulling a ~5000-6000 lbs 32 ft TT considering the above conditions with a 1/2 ton pick up truck.

25 Replies

  • I doubt you'll notice another 1000 pounds of pulled weight or 200 pounds of TW. Get a WDH with integrated sway control and enjoy.
  • I usually don't recommend towing at max ratings. However in your case if you do in fact adhere to your stated plans I don't see why it wouldn't work out fine for you.
  • Tongue weight will be your issue. Post what trailers your considering
  • Here's a link to a towing calculator. You can input your specific truck and trailer numbers and see how they match up.
  • You don't give enough information to be able to answer your question reliably. A good place for you to read up and get a good understanding of all that is involved is here.