New Tow Vehicle Advice Needed

BeerBrewer wrote:
I'm new to RVing and I'm looking for our first travel Trailer. After looking at quite a few travel trailers I've come to the conclusion that I may need to upgrade my Pick-up Truck (2006 Tundra with 57K miles on it) because it can only pull 7000 lbs (minus tongue wt) and most of the trailers we like are either out us right at that 7000 lb limit or just over. So I'm now looking for a new tow vehicle. The new GM, Ram, Ford half ton trucks (properly equipped) all claim to be able to pull over 10,000 lbs and the 3/4 ton (250 or 2500) almost all can tow more, but are A LOT more pricey.

We "think" that we'll be buying a trailer that will put in the 7000 to 8000 lbs range, well within the capability of a 1/2 ton truck.

Should I go with a 1/2 ton or 3/4 ton truck? If so is it worth the extra cost?

Should I consider a diesel or stick with a gas engine?

Thanks

The preference for a 1/2 ton or a 3/4 ton is a personal call, but depending on the size trailer you are looking to purchase, would depend on what truck you need.

I have a 2018 F150 S.Crew, XLT, 4X4 with a 6.5 ft bed, 11,500lb tow/ 1,320lbs hitch ratings, 2472lbs payload. My trailer is 37ft, 8,400plbs dry 9,900lb max.

Only the Ford HDPP 1/2 ton (not Max Tow) could handle TT this heavy due to the high for a h1/2 ton payload, and if you want an off-the-lot 1/2 ton, you should look for smaller trailers, or get a 3/4 HD ton truck.