Can I pull this travel trailer?
Hi, Im currently looking to purchase a travel trailer. I found the perfect one I want which is the Grand Designs Reflection 31BHTS. I have a 2018 Ram 1500 eco diesel that will pull 9600 pounds whi...
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The fundamental problem is how much it can pull vs how much it can lift.
A 10,000lb trailer is going to have a 1200-1500lb hitch weight. Put a few people in the truck and some stuff in the bed, and you will likely be way over the cargo rating.
Unfortunately, you made a mistake and it's going to cost you. You have 3 options:
- Pull too much trailer and be at risk of accidents and damaging the truck.
- Buy a significantly smaller trailer.
- Trade in the new truck for a more capable truck.
A 10,000lb trailer is going to have a 1200-1500lb hitch weight. Put a few people in the truck and some stuff in the bed, and you will likely be way over the cargo rating.
Unfortunately, you made a mistake and it's going to cost you. You have 3 options:
- Pull too much trailer and be at risk of accidents and damaging the truck.
- Buy a significantly smaller trailer.
- Trade in the new truck for a more capable truck.
