rmoparman wrote:
Going to look at Arctic Fox 27 l this morning. All of reviews i have seen , best owners forums says hands down. Not alot of bling but fit and finish top notch. Not no dealers on east cost but one in PA.27 l is to small for us. Would like to order a 29k or T. Might be to heavy for 3/4 ton.
Yes Arctic Fox are known for well built and heavy. Keep in mind both of these units have rather large payloads, the 27 is close to 4,000# and the 29 is just over 5,000#!
Looking at the specs on the two you are likely think of;
Arctic Fox 27-5L
Specifications:Dry Axle Weight (approx. Lbs.): 7,782
Dry Hitch Weight (approx. Lbs.): 1,868
Net Carrying Capacity: 3,750Gross Dry Weight โ Lbs.: 9,650
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVWR) โ Lbs.:
13400Exterior Length (approx. w / hitch): 29โ5?
Exterior Height (approx.): 13โ3?
Exterior Width (approx.): 8โ6?
Tire Size: ST235/80R16
Load Range: E
Arctic Fox 29-5k
Specifications:
Dry Axle Weight (approx. Lbs.): 8,545
Dry Hitch Weight (approx. Lbs.): 2,663
Net Carrying Capacity: 5,392Gross Dry Weight โ Lbs.: 11,208
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVWR) โ Lbs.:
16600Exterior Length (approx. w / hitch): 35โ2?
Exterior Height (approx.): 13โ5?
Exterior Width (approx.): 8โ6?
Tire Size: ST235/85R16
Load Range: G
So looking at the specs for both the first thing I notice is that both units have a very BIG payload. The 27-5L has a payload of 3,750#. That is a LOT of stuff to pack into 29' of space.
The Dry weight is 9,650# so add about 1,500# of stuff, you are at 11,150 or so about what our 32' 5er weighs.
The 29-5K is of course a bit heaver out of the gate.
Dry weight is 11,208# now add about 2,000# of stuff and you are at 13,208# right on the edge of what I would tow with my 2500, BUT it isn't my choice, it is yours! The 27-5L will put you right at or just over your GVWR, the 29-5K will for sure!!
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