Will my truck pull this TT safely?
I have a 2012 6.2 Chevy Silverado with a GCWR of 16,000 lbs., according to the owners manual. The maximum trailer weight is 10,400 lbs. The trailer I am considering is 29' in length with a GVWR of...
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I think your too close for comfort.
Although some would say I leave too much safety margin, and that's OK (everyone has the right to their own opinion of course), My rule of thumb is to use the trailer's GVWR versus the vehicle's tow rating and try to go no more than 80% of the trailer GVWR versus the vehicle's tow rating.
Using this non-scientific formula, with a 10,400 lb tow rating, you should be no more than 8,320 with your trailer GVWR. Again, different opinions for different folks. This is just what has worked for me over the years.
A good example is my current set up. My 00 Expy has a 6950 tow rating and my Layton has a 6K GVWR, so to stay within my rule, I should have a trailer with a GVWR no more than 5560lbs. With my Layton I'm at around 86%. I've been towing trailers and TT's for many years and fully loaded, ready to camp the combo of trailer weight and gear and occupats in my Expy it does feel heavy, and at or near limits.
In my opinion, the trailer you propose is too much for your 1/2 ton pickup.
Good luck in your decision.
-Greg
Although some would say I leave too much safety margin, and that's OK (everyone has the right to their own opinion of course), My rule of thumb is to use the trailer's GVWR versus the vehicle's tow rating and try to go no more than 80% of the trailer GVWR versus the vehicle's tow rating.
Using this non-scientific formula, with a 10,400 lb tow rating, you should be no more than 8,320 with your trailer GVWR. Again, different opinions for different folks. This is just what has worked for me over the years.
A good example is my current set up. My 00 Expy has a 6950 tow rating and my Layton has a 6K GVWR, so to stay within my rule, I should have a trailer with a GVWR no more than 5560lbs. With my Layton I'm at around 86%. I've been towing trailers and TT's for many years and fully loaded, ready to camp the combo of trailer weight and gear and occupats in my Expy it does feel heavy, and at or near limits.
In my opinion, the trailer you propose is too much for your 1/2 ton pickup.
Good luck in your decision.
-Greg
