Sprinter Carrying Capacity
My wife and I are retired and we are looking at Sprinters in the 24' size range. Interestingly, it seems that many have a low carrying capacity. Some as low as 1000 labs. Put 4 adults and fill the tan...
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nitecapt wrote:E350 advantages
And what do you like with the Ford Chassis in a 24' size MoHo
- A greatly reduced purchase price, more than offsets the lesser fuel economy
- 1000 pounds more load capability than the 2019 Sprinter
- 55 gallon fuel tank that also supports the gas generator
- Easy to do-yourself & easy to find service for affordable maintenance & repairs
- Has significantly more power and torque for the weight of a motor home and also if towing
- Has a much wider rear stance for improved stability
- Can idle the engine indefinitely for battery charging, as well as a/c and heat support, no-can-do with the Sprinter diesel
Given limited generator usage in many places, the last becomes valuable, also if you develop trouble with your generator.
An E450 is slightly better than the E350 for a multitude of good reasons, but a rougher ride should be expected for shorter/lighter rigs, getting you to consider removing a rear leaf spring or two to soften the ride in back.
