DesertDogs wrote:
Do the long bed versions of 1 ton pickups typically have higher payload capacity than the short bed trucks do?
I've seen some 2019 RAM 3500 short bed trucks with around 4,100 lbs payload capacity - wondering it the long beds might add a bit more?
Short bed trucks will have a bit more payload than a long bed when both have the same cab/engine/tranny/etc configurations.
There is no 350/3500 SRW that has enough RAWR to carry 4100 lbs in the bed. That 4100 lbs is a gvwr based payload and will overload the truck 7000 lb- 7230 lb RAWR when its all placed in the bed. RAWR is the lessor of a wheel...tire... or rear spring pack rating.
A one ton SRW (any brand) empty rear axle may weigh in the 3300-3500 lb range. Using the Rams 7000 RAWR = around 3500 lbs in the bed payload.
If your looking to carry 4000 lbs in the bed in any one ton SRW your gonna' need to mod the trucks rear suspension and upgrade to 19.5 " tires and wheels as truck camper owners have.
