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BeerBrewer
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Dec 10, 2018

How much trailer can the new 1/2 ton trucks tow?

I'm new to RVing and I'm in the market for a new TV. Ideally I'd like a 3/4 or 1 ton truck, but these trucks require commercial plates, which makes driving on Long Island (NY State) difficult, so I'...
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wanderingaimles
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Dec 10, 2018
I believe your dilemma is why the manufacturers build 250/2500 series trucks with 9900 limits.
2500 Ram, 6.4 Gasser (yes that's sacreledge on here) can be 4300 lb cargo cap and 14000 towing, but you will have to research specific trucks to stay under 10,000.

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