" Also keep in mind the load capacity ratings on 1/2 ton trucks are the MAX they can carry for a SHORT distance. Such as bringing home a load from Home Depot. While the ratings on 3/4 ton and up are the weights they are expected to be able to lug around day-in-and-day-out for years."
Haha, wherever did you hear that??? That's gotta be the best weight cop story I've ever heard. Fictional story......
Anyway, yes the half tons are going to be maxed out and need extra springs or bags or something but full size 1/2 ton trucks are not near as anemic as some make them out to be.
Would a 2500 min haul a camper better? Yes, but if you're on a budget and looking for good mileage the rest of the year, a HD gasser is the wrong truck for that and a diesel is much more expensive.
I guess just heed the good advice here by making sure you think out the choice before plopping down the scratch on a new rig.
