Dodge Tradesman Crew Cab to replace 4x4 long bed.

[MottissMT36RL]

I recently wrecked my tow vehicle, It was a Dodge Long bed 4x4 2500 the insurance company has not decided the cost of repair but the word "total" was mentioned. I was wondering about a true Crew Cab or a Mega Cab as a tow vehicle with a slider hitch as a replacement if it becomes necessary. All comments are welcome...Thanks John

[JIMNLIN]

A 2500 2wd crew cab 6.7 diesel 3.42 axle SLT = 17240 lb tow rating.
A 2500 2wd mega cab 6.7 diesel 3.42 axle SLT = 17060 lb tow rating.

These are numbers from the new gen '14 and up models and not enough to worry with. Now the older Mega Cabs were stuck with some very low numbers.

[rmoparman]

Mega cabs are very heavy and they cut down on tow rating. Might want to check into it more

[MottissMT36RL]

I was also interested in a Mega Cab as a tow vehicle, any input would be of interest.

[IdaD]

I love mine. TPMS is annoying but that's about my only complaint. Rides and handles great with amazing power. 68RFE in mine.

[rmoparman]

The one i drove a few months ago was very nice. Had 342 gears and no carpet. But i still own a 92 Dodge CTD and a 2001 CTD so intill they die wont be buying anything.:)