Real weights of an arctic Fox 1140?
Does anyone have any documented ready to use weights? I have a 2008 crew cab duramax dually I know I am going to be "over" the 11,400 gvwr but how far is the real question?
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Note on the chart the GVWR's vary depending on the configuration. That makes it a bit harder to isolate the "weight" of the diesel. The configuration of the trucks change too. Diesels have hydroboast brake systems, gas trucks don't get it until you go to DRW.
If you think about it it makes perfect sense. Towing, the GCWR is important as you need to drag the combined weight up the hills. Diesels are great for towing with their hp and torque. Hauling, the GVWR is all important. Here the weight of the diesel is a big disadvantage.
Note on the same chart the F450. It's a towing beast. But the F350's are actually better at hauling, at least if you care about the official GVWR.
Bottom line. If you want to carry a heavy truck camper (like an AF 1140 this thread) and you plan on using the most common configuration, 4x4 CC, getting a diesel will greatly diminish your ability to do so within the GVWR. In the case of Ford, it cost you almost 1,000 lbs.
If you think about it it makes perfect sense. Towing, the GCWR is important as you need to drag the combined weight up the hills. Diesels are great for towing with their hp and torque. Hauling, the GVWR is all important. Here the weight of the diesel is a big disadvantage.
Note on the same chart the F450. It's a towing beast. But the F350's are actually better at hauling, at least if you care about the official GVWR.
Bottom line. If you want to carry a heavy truck camper (like an AF 1140 this thread) and you plan on using the most common configuration, 4x4 CC, getting a diesel will greatly diminish your ability to do so within the GVWR. In the case of Ford, it cost you almost 1,000 lbs.
