Payload for 2016 Ram 2500?? What am I missing??

[rcp123]

Help??

I am in the process of upgrading my 2011 F250 gas 6.2L

We are thinking of getting a 5er and I want to make sure my truck will haul it comfortably. I am basing my 5er weight on 13000-13500lbs loaded. (11000-12000 dry)

I am looking at a 2016 Ram 2500 SRW 4x4 Diesel

All the numbers look good, except the payload.

It is listed as 2210lbs, Unless I am completely missing something (which could very well be the case), this will be the limiting factor.

If I assume 20-25% pin weight, then I will automatically be over payload once I put the DW and 2 kids in the truck. Is this true?

I feel that there is something I am not seeing and it is frustrating me.

Can some one point out what I am missing?

Note: I have also looked at the 2016 F250, and GMC/Chevy, but the Ram still has better overall numbers. But would still consider any of the bid 3, if the numbers worked out.

Looking forward to getting educated from the group on this topic.

Cheers,

Ryan
(I also posted this in the tow vehicle forum)

[azrving]

My son's 2012 CTD 3/4 iirc is 2240. He was looking at fw also and came to the conclusion that many 3/4 are over weight. My one ton is something like 3850 iirc.

My 2013 Silverado 1500 was 1650 lb

[agesilaus]

Get a one ton, the price difference is slight when you compare it to the price of a new truck. As for payload you are correct that is generally the limiting factor.