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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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Mickeyfan0805
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Dec 11, 2018
2edgesword wrote:
Double check me but I'm pretty sure the curb weight includes a 150 lb driver, full fuel so the 1780 payload would be on top of that. If that is the case the 880 lbs (after subtracting the tongue weight) would be for passengers and gear.


I am 99% sure curb weight is for an empty vehicle. Many manufactures include a driver in a towing capacities, but not in the payload numbers.

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