New and need Trailer options advice
Morning RV.netters Over the past couple of days the wife and I have finally came to a decision and have started shopping for our first new trailer. In conjunction with the trailer we also have to u...
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I'm just going to throw out some real numbers for you. (Nice trailer by the way)
Shipping Weight 6115 , Loaded up: 7800 to 8000# (includes some water)
Carrying Capacity 2085
Hitch 895 , Loaded up: 1200# +
Length 32' 2"
Height 11' 4"
Fresh Water 43 x 8.3 = 357#
LPG 40
And before you start juggling numbers to make it work(ie. "I won't carry water while traveling", etc.), just remember why you are doing this in the first place. For me, it's the freedom to travel with our stuff and not worry about it. Usually it's about the journey and not the destination.
Make it easy on yourself and get a tow vehicle(the first time) that will more than do it. Today's large SUV's just don't have the payload for this weight. Maybe consider an older 3/4 ton Suburban or Excursion like I did and travel happy. :)
Shipping Weight 6115 , Loaded up: 7800 to 8000# (includes some water)
Carrying Capacity 2085
Hitch 895 , Loaded up: 1200# +
Length 32' 2"
Height 11' 4"
Fresh Water 43 x 8.3 = 357#
LPG 40
And before you start juggling numbers to make it work(ie. "I won't carry water while traveling", etc.), just remember why you are doing this in the first place. For me, it's the freedom to travel with our stuff and not worry about it. Usually it's about the journey and not the destination.
Make it easy on yourself and get a tow vehicle(the first time) that will more than do it. Today's large SUV's just don't have the payload for this weight. Maybe consider an older 3/4 ton Suburban or Excursion like I did and travel happy. :)
