Are You Buying All These Half-ton Claims?
"All-New F-150 Can Tow a Ram, a Silverado & Haul Two Hondas" Tows 12,200, claimed. (Ford Truck Enthusiasts) I guess we can soon do away with our 3/4 & 1-tonners. In a couple years the capacity rac...
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CKNSLS wrote:spud1957 wrote:CKNSLS wrote:
You can't tow maximum ratings (generally) without going over payload anyway with a half ton. So these "mega claims" that all manufacturers make are a "moot point" IMHO.
That's not just a 1/2 ton issue, that's pretty well an issue with all 3/4 ton diesels and some 1 tons.
I'll bet there are more 3/4 ton diesels towing 5th trailers resulting in them be over their GVWR than there are 1/2 tons.
Didn't think of that...but your probably right!
I would say for sure that is true, but I would say those 3/4 tons towing over the GVWR are still within axle and tire ratings. Loaded I have as much tire rating on the REAR axle than most 1/2 tons do empty. YES I am over my GVWR!
