Huge discrepancies
We have been looking at F-150s. Each time we find one that looks like a likely candidate, we call the dealership and ask about it, including the payload capacity. Four out of four people have given ...
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MargaretB wrote:
If you subtract the curb weight from the GVWR, you should get the payload, no? Math doesn't lie. So why is the sticker so much less? Where does the mfr. come up with these figures?
The web sites list base curb weight, so for F-150 an XL truck with no to options. Start adding features, higher trim, that's where the math still works on the as equipped payload sticker. The Tire and Loading stickers are a result of the Ford Explorer/Firestone tire debacle. People were overloading their vehicles with less than recommended tire pressure for the weight. Some manufacturers list a worst case payload for all models, like someone reported on here about Chrysler minivans. Most manufacturers calculate based on the base curb weight and then all the options included, like the F-150.
You will probably have to special order an F-150 in order to get closer to 2000 pounds of payload. Check out the GM twins as they currently have the highest standard dealer lot equipped payload.
