ramyankee wrote:
I am aware the GVWR's are different. The reason being a 2500/F250 vs a 3500/F350 .But structurally what is the difference? I really can't believe it is just the "springs/extra leaf". But also, my knowledge of the structure of the truck is LIMITED!
So then my truck MAY be able to carry the 5th wheel I noted.....2840# hitch and 12410 "dry weight". And a dually will give WAY more stability. My Grandson's friends are the ones that really brought up the question. They have a Dodge 2500 (2010) and they pull a 36' Montana. All they did was change the leafs and install air bags.....AND chipped the truck. oh boy!!!
So the frames may be more sturdy as well as the brakes, ETC.
With the trailer dry weight at 12,410, and pin weight (dry) of 2,840, that RV will have a GVW of at least 14,000 lbs. and loaded tongue weight will be well in excess of 3,000 lbs. even if you don't max out the trailer GVW with your stuff. In my opinion, I would look for a dually to haul that much weight around. For that setup, you will ideally want a truck with at minimum a 4,000 lb. payload capacity.
