Factory Payload Selector vs Real capacity
Much is said about payloads and it's clear to me that many tow overloaded. Most, if not all, trucks of newer models, will show the maximum payload on the drivers door post for that truck. When decidin...
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FWIW here are a few examples from my experience.
2012 F150HD XLT 4x4, 8200GVWR, book max is 2320 payload, sticker is 2171 lb (verified at the scale with full tank). I have the running boards and tailgate step as well as a few other small upgrades like power seat and backup cam to account for the 149lb difference. No surprises here.
Truck I'm test driving now:
2013 F250 6.2 crew 156" 4x4, 10,000GVWR, book max 3250 for 4x4 crew 156", sticker is 2820 lb. It has running boards, power seat, backup cam, tailgate step and 18" wheel upgrade with 275/70/18 tires. Otherwise it's a basic XLT so I don't know where the 430 lb went.
2012 F150HD XLT 4x4, 8200GVWR, book max is 2320 payload, sticker is 2171 lb (verified at the scale with full tank). I have the running boards and tailgate step as well as a few other small upgrades like power seat and backup cam to account for the 149lb difference. No surprises here.
Truck I'm test driving now:
2013 F250 6.2 crew 156" 4x4, 10,000GVWR, book max 3250 for 4x4 crew 156", sticker is 2820 lb. It has running boards, power seat, backup cam, tailgate step and 18" wheel upgrade with 275/70/18 tires. Otherwise it's a basic XLT so I don't know where the 430 lb went.
