IdaD wrote:
My own opinion is that most consumers choose between one of three full size truck categories - half tons, SRW heavy duty and DRW heavy duty. The distinction between a modern 2500 and SRW 3500 ranges from non-existent to minor and easily remedied (with a couple of minor footnotes like the Aisin option on the Ram). I also think the scale in each category has slid upwards in the last few years, meaning you can tow heavier with each variety than what was possible 5-10 years ago.
That and the fact that all SRW 350/3500 trucks of about 8-15 years ago had the same or less of a GVWR than the 250/2500 trucks today. My father in laws 2003 F350 crew cab long bed 4x4 has a GVWR of 9,900 lb GVWR which is 100 lbs less than my 2014 crew cab short bed 4x4 2500 and I have a higher GAWR. Yet no one will even question if his truck pulls a fifth wheel while questioning mine.... go figure.
