Towing 3,000 Pounds
I need to buy a new tow vehicle, preferably a pickup, to tow our 3,000 pound Casita travel trailer. Our Requirements: 1. Comfort, power heated seats 2. Plenty of interior room (crew cab) 3. Safet...
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I tow an Escape 17B, dry weight 2100 lbs, actual weight loaded for a trip - 3010 lbs. I tow with a small SUV (a RAV4 V6 with tow package) rated at 3500/350 lbs. While the trailer weight is within limits, I have to load carefully to keep the tongue weight within specifications. Since the Casita 17's tend to have a heavier tongue weight, I'd suggest going to at least the 5000/500 rated vehicles.
By the way, over 45,000 miles of towing including the rockies & eastern mountains (yes, there are some), I've averaged 15MPG (25MPG unhooked). I rarely drive interstates, and usually tow at 57 - 60 MPH...
By the way, over 45,000 miles of towing including the rockies & eastern mountains (yes, there are some), I've averaged 15MPG (25MPG unhooked). I rarely drive interstates, and usually tow at 57 - 60 MPH...
