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Fifth Wheel Capabilities Truck

nhtope
Explorer
Explorer
Hello,
I have a 2013 Chevy 2500HD Work Truck model with the 6.0 Gas and 4X4. It is extended cab short bed with 3.73 gearing. I currently tow a travel trailer but was considering a future upgrade to a fifth wheel. How large can I go with this truck. I have tried several calculators online but it is a bit confusing. If anyone can help clarify I would appreciate it. Is a 10,500 lb dry weight fifth wheel too much?
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brirene
Explorer
Explorer
You will probably be close to the limit by the time you add water, clothes, food, propane, etc. Say you add 1k lbs. of weight, that will put you at 11500, witha pin weight around 2200 lbs. That would probably bee close to you payload limit, though I'm not sure. You get the idea though. Also, dry weight doesn't account for add ons, such as ac, awnings, etc., so you're more than likely already heavier.
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donn0128
Explorer II
Explorer II
YES!!!!
With your configuration there is no way you would be comfortable towing any more than 10,000 pounds GVWR.