Towing performance - F150 vs F250

C Schomer wrote:
The newer trucks might have more power, better trans and/or lower gearing but I would still want at least a three-quarter ton to tow10,000 pounds. FWIW, if I were buying an SRW for that much weight I would go up to a 1 ton SRW just to be ready for the next step up in RVs. Whatever you buy, make sure it has enough pay load and towing rating and don’t forget to include cargo passengers and fuel. Craig

I have a 350 Diesel Dodge with a manual 6 speed and never have to be concerned about driving in mountains:)

BusterandBelle wrote:
I am shopping for a new truck. I pull a fifth wheel, around 10,000 pounds including contents.

I have a 2009 F150, and I find it marginal on long hills. I would not feel comfortable hauling through the Rockies, which is on our bucket list.

The new F150's have a higher towing capacity than my old one. But are they strong enough, or do I need to be looking at the F250?

Any comments would be helpful?

"MARGINAL" the key word! Go with the F250!!!!

The newer trucks might have more power, better trans and/or lower gearing but I would still want at least a three-quarter ton to tow10,000 pounds. FWIW, if I were buying an SRW for that much weight I would go up to a 1 ton SRW just to be ready for the next step up in RVs. Whatever you buy, make sure it has enough pay load and towing rating and don’t forget to include cargo passengers and fuel. Craig