Ram Cummins Vs GM Duramax Ike Gauntlet
VIDEO My summary: - they both can tow 12.5k lbs anywhere, even in the toughest conditions, with ease. - the Duramax exhaust brake works too good? - the GM's hitch is heavily reinforced and you m...
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ShinerBock wrote:
I agree. Towing a 12.5k lb bumper up the Ike may be challenging for a gasser 3/4 ton, but not for any of the diesel mills. They just make it a "non event" which is what you want out of a tow vehicle. Maybe bumping it up to around 16.5k lbs or better yet a 13-14k 5th wheel might make the test a little more interesting.
However, I understand that they can only work with what they got. The trailer they have may not be able to carry 16.5k and the 3/4 ton trucks that the manufacturers provide them may not have the hookup for a goosekneck or 5th wheel.
I agree, towing 12,500# isn't much of a chalange.
The Ford F450 towing 30,000# up the Ike.
Bill
