I have a new 2015 Chevy 3500 SRW crew cab long bed diesel and had 5000lbs airbags installed. I'm now searching for a camper. I bought this truck for the approx. 4,200lbs payload capacity stated in the...
You are correct. The Camper weight rating takes into consideration such things as the higher center of gravity you would have compared to hauling bricks, for instance. It is a different loading scenario entirely. However, most of us simply use GVWR and make chassis improvements to help with handling.