honest advice on a truck for towing 10000lbs
I am looking to get a sandstorm toy hauler travel trailer. I am wanting some advice on the tow vehicle. I am neutral when it comes to brand. The trailer will be 10k or less gvwr. I have the follow...
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If you are going to be towing in areas with mountains and steep grades you will probably be happier with the diesel. If most of your expected towing will be in flatter terrain then the gasser would probably do fine.
My F350 6.7 diesel gets 10+ mpg towing a high profile ~12,500 lb 5er at 70 highway. So you could expect a little better for the lighter weight, and especially if you keep the speed down. I have a hard time doing that. Gasser may not do as well on the fuel economy. I can squeeze over 20 mpg highway on my diesel if I drive for maximum economy. But around 19 is more common for my driving habits.
For that weight an F250/2500 truck would work fine. But an F350/3500 costs only slightly more and gives you more payload rating for that future upgrade in size/weight. ;) As for brand, any of the newer big 3 would be good. Just personal preference.
My F350 6.7 diesel gets 10+ mpg towing a high profile ~12,500 lb 5er at 70 highway. So you could expect a little better for the lighter weight, and especially if you keep the speed down. I have a hard time doing that. Gasser may not do as well on the fuel economy. I can squeeze over 20 mpg highway on my diesel if I drive for maximum economy. But around 19 is more common for my driving habits.
For that weight an F250/2500 truck would work fine. But an F350/3500 costs only slightly more and gives you more payload rating for that future upgrade in size/weight. ;) As for brand, any of the newer big 3 would be good. Just personal preference.
