F350 payload dispute
New F350 SRW that I'm considering says 3326 lbs on the payload sticker with a 11500 GVWR. I asked for this info before the dealer had it brought in from another dealer. Salesperson and fleet manager s...
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Huntindog wrote:
GVWR SHOULD be what the manufacturer rates the vehicle based on it's lowest rated part. That can be an axle, the frame, tranny, any part of the brake system, u joints, or countless other things.
The manufacturer never states just what the limitation is.
With enough research, one may be able to get a pretty good idea, but can never be 100% sure. Only the manufacturer knows for sure.
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This is it. Just adding total weight ratings minus actual truck weight isn't accurate. The mechanical components bolted to the frames may be the reason for the 1000lbs. difference.
Torque, HP, and number of gears going up have increased carrying and towing capacities more than the improvements to axles and frames.
More in play than just a number on a scale.
