Towing Capacity
We just purchased a new 2017 Forest River Salem Hemisphere 299 RE. Dry weight=7,439 lbs, hitch weight=730 lbs. We own a 2013 Ford F-150 XLT 1/2 ton with a towing capacity of 8,000 lbs and a 3:31 re...
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We are talking about a 35 ft trailer, correct ?
For more real numbers, assuming the dry weight is close to the weight of an empty trailer without any options, add your payload then take 12-15% of that 9500# as your tongue weight.
When you upgrade the truck, don't skimp on a hitch that's too light.
Go with heavy spring bars. (1200- *1400#)
Dimensions
Length
35.08 ft. (421 in.)
Width
8 ft. (96 in.)
Height
11 ft. (132 in.)
Weight
Dry Weight
7,439 lbs.
Payload Capacity
2,091 lbs.
Hitch Weight
730 lbs.
For more real numbers, assuming the dry weight is close to the weight of an empty trailer without any options, add your payload then take 12-15% of that 9500# as your tongue weight.
When you upgrade the truck, don't skimp on a hitch that's too light.
Go with heavy spring bars. (1200- *1400#)
Dimensions
Length
35.08 ft. (421 in.)
Width
8 ft. (96 in.)
Height
11 ft. (132 in.)
Weight
Dry Weight
7,439 lbs.
Payload Capacity
2,091 lbs.
Hitch Weight
730 lbs.
