Is a 5th Wheel Possible for me?
I am looking at a Keystone Passport 5260RL 5th Wheel to tow behind my 2013 Ram 1500. According to Ramtrucks.com my Extended Cab Ram (coming equipped with the 5.7ltrEngine, the 8 Speed Transmission, a...
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IdaD wrote:
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A 30' TT is too much for a half ton, imo. At least if you're towing it very much. If you're wanting to get a fifth wheel or a larger travel trailer I really do think you would be better served with a heavy duty truck. Buy a used trailer to make up for the difference if you need.
I disagree about the blanket statement that a 30' TT is too much for a half ton. Visit a campground, plenty doing it safely and effectively. I towed a 27' with a half ton and ZERO problems.
Now that being said, it all depends on weights. As long as the 30' TT is within the limits of the half ton (all discussed above) and has the proper WD hitch set-up (perhaps a Hensley or ProPride might be in order there) it can be done. If towing a lot in the mountains, yeah, this might not be the most enjoyable drive; but towing locally in flat ground, no worries.
