Do I have this right?

[scolson]

I'm looking to purchase a 5th wheel and truck. I've decided on a Denali 262RLX here are the weights.

Shipping weight : 8163
Hitch weight : 1677
Cargo capacity : 2397

I looking at getting a f250 diesel and rear axle 3.55 to tow it.

GVWR : 10000
Curb weight : 6600
Max payload : 3300

So if the hitch weight for the trailer is 1677 does that mean I have 1623 for loading the truck (actual hitch, people, dog, ...).

Does this truck seem like it will handle it traveling across country.

Thanks

[Rjdreyer]

Check the price difference between the F250 & F350. You may find it not much difference and give you more payload. Wish I did.

[agesilaus]

Really if you are buying a new truck then get a F350, the price difference is minimal considering the total cost and it will give you a lot more payload capacity. Also as the above poster points out that is the dry weight before the dealer adds propane cylinders, batteries and so on. And before you fill it with clothing, dishes, pots and pans and everything else that you want to bring. That pin weight will go up.

[Michelle_S]

Plan on your "Real World" Hitch Weight to be closer to 2K, which now leaves you only 1300 Lbs for 5th wheel hitch, cargo, and passengers.

[downtheroad]

Your trip ready loaded pin weight will be over 2000 lbs.
The weights you posted are "dry" weights....so after you put a 200 lb hitch on your truck, you aren't going to have much payload left over.

Awfully close. Hopefully others will give you a more positive opinion.