1/2 Ton Towable 5th Wheel
Hello: Does anyone have a 5th wheel that they say can be towed by a 1/2 ton truck? Are you actually towing it with a 1/2 ton truck and what kind of truck do you have? I had originally thought t...
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These fear mongering posts disgust me. I have been towing my rig for the past 12 years and every minute enjoyable. But maybe the Tundra is more than a "half ton".:) See signature for TV and 5er details. The new "half tons" are even more capable. I have been all over Colorado and over most all the high mountain passes even passing other (bigger) rigs going over the infamous Ike Gauntlet. Towing mpg average for the 32,000 miles I've towed it is 10. GVW for the trailer loaded for the 11,300 mile round trip to Alaska (including the Dalton Hwy north of Cold Foot) was 8,400 lbs.
Yes, I'm several hundred pounds over the Tundra's GVWR but I'm under on the axle ratings (known weights over multiple weightings). The combo accelerates, brakes and handles fine. Truly a pleasure to drive. Planning on a second trip to Alaska.
Sure, not any "half ton" can tow any fifth wheel. Have patience, do your homework and you can find the combination that works for you.
Yes, I'm several hundred pounds over the Tundra's GVWR but I'm under on the axle ratings (known weights over multiple weightings). The combo accelerates, brakes and handles fine. Truly a pleasure to drive. Planning on a second trip to Alaska.
Sure, not any "half ton" can tow any fifth wheel. Have patience, do your homework and you can find the combination that works for you.
