Trying to understand payload
We are getting ready to upsize our current truck and camper and hit the road full-time. We have been having trouble finding a truck that can handle the payload of most small to medium 5th wheels. Mo...
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sch911 wrote:
Payload = GVWR - Actual weight of your Truck
The actual weight should include everything you intend to have on board when towing, including the hitch, all the people, gear, pets, and fuel.
Actual weights must be used. Ratings don't count, neither does the "curb" weight".
Yes it's that simple of a calculation....
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The simple answer to your question you see lots doing it, is because they run over the GVWR of the truck (how do you think I tow 11,000#, with an 01)!
That said GVWR is just one factor there is also tire and axle ratings. Up until 2013 RAM 2500 and 3500 were the same with the exception of springs, and SRW or DRW.
In the case of my 01 they didn't make a 3500 SINGLE Rear Wheel, they had a 2500 camper Package, that included the 3500 rear springs and sway bar.
While I exceed my GVWR, I am well within tire and axle ratings, I have no need for for bags as I tow level and the springs don't get to the secondary overloads.
This is a personal choice, and can't recommend for others, just answering your question.
