New to Trailer Life Need Some Assitance :)
Hello all, completely new at ever trying to tow anything other than a small boat and we are looking at a specific trailer. But I have read enough to make sure weight is proper but the more I look its...
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Most 250 / 2500 series trucks, could handle that trailer, but, the small price difference between them and 350 / 3500 series, might be worth while to get some extra cushion, or, additional capacity, just in case there is a fifth wheel in your future. If I had a "do over", I would do the jump to 350 / 3500.
Just like other tow vehicles, you'll find the 3/4 and 1 ton's are not all created equal. Their tow ratings and payloads will vary, depending on options and factory packages. Even with the heavy duty trucks, you don't want to just walk in and say I'll take the red one. You still need to look at ratings and capacities to be sure the one you pick, will do what you want it to do.
Examples:
Some heavy duty trucks will come from the factory with a "snow plow" prep package. That is extra weight that you don't need for towing, and, it reduces the the payload and tow ratings. Probably not enough to rule out your selected trailer, but, it would remove some cushion.
Some come with increased payload packages, that's a good thing for towing.
Some come with what's called "camper packages", that's a good thing, also.
Some come with goose neck / fifth wheel prep. Another good thing, if your're considering a fifth wheel.
Just like other tow vehicles, you'll find the 3/4 and 1 ton's are not all created equal. Their tow ratings and payloads will vary, depending on options and factory packages. Even with the heavy duty trucks, you don't want to just walk in and say I'll take the red one. You still need to look at ratings and capacities to be sure the one you pick, will do what you want it to do.
Examples:
Some heavy duty trucks will come from the factory with a "snow plow" prep package. That is extra weight that you don't need for towing, and, it reduces the the payload and tow ratings. Probably not enough to rule out your selected trailer, but, it would remove some cushion.
Some come with increased payload packages, that's a good thing for towing.
Some come with what's called "camper packages", that's a good thing, also.
Some come with goose neck / fifth wheel prep. Another good thing, if your're considering a fifth wheel.
