What does 11,000 lbs of towing capacity mean?
I'd like to buy a F-150 eco-boost while trying hard to understand all these spec numbers (for an Arctic Fox 27-5L): In a nutshell, can that truck safely do it? Dry Axle Weight (approx. Lbs.): 7782 D...
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Chris wrote:
What is the max GCWR of the HD. 13,400 plus 6000 or so for the truck is most like way over the GCWR.
My 2012 HD F150 GCVWR is 17,100.
While the HD trucks are more capable for a TT you also need to watch your hitch weight. The hitch is rated for a max of 1150. For a TT putting 12.5% on the tongue that limits you to 9,200.
So back to the OPs question. The 11,000 tow rating means you can tow a well balanced, dual axel flat bed loaded low and stable with about the minimum of 10% on the tongue. This assumes a model that is equipped for towing. I would feel okay pulling an 11k flatbed with dual axels but my TT comes in a little over 8k and I am close to the max hitch rating. If it was a fifth wheel I could go heavier, but could not exceed GCVR of 17,100 and I prefer not to run at max ratings.
Good luck,
Stu
