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raychris1
Explorer
Feb 17, 2022

New trailer

Hey guys, We are trading in our 2009 Surveyor on a 2022 Open Range 26BH.
It is 29 feet, Gross weight 6500, with a dry weight of 4700 Lbs. My truck (2013 f150 5.0) has a tow limit of 7700. The weight shouldn't be a problem. I know I will have fun going up the hills but I think I will be ok. Anybody have a similar trailer? Do you guys see any concerns with the length? We saw a few trailers we liked better but the weight was more that I was comfortable with.
  • Grit_dog's avatar
    Grit_dog
    Navigator
    Feb 17, 2022
    I don't have a similar trailer. Well I do, a 28' enclosed v nose running around 6klbs.
    But I did have a 2011 F150, light duty, XL 5.0 as a company truck and I can say I towed a whole lot heavier than that with it and the 5.0/6 speed combo has enough power to keep you running with traffic, even up most grades. 10 years ago, I'm pretty sure that was the best towing combo in a half ton, save for maybe the Vortec Max GMs.
    For long distance and high profile like a TT, I would still feel comfortable with that truck.

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