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michelb
Explorer
Dec 23, 2014

Suggestions for older pickup to tow 18k lbs 40'+ FW

Because of our growing family, we're looking at trading our 40' DP for more family friendly FW so I need to get a tow vehicle. The truck would pretty much just be used to pull the trailer and we'd dr...
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DaveF-250SD
Explorer
Dec 23, 2014
Michelb,

An 18,000 lb. + fifth wheel absolutely mandates a dually, and only in recent years have they even been rated to safely tow that much weight. I think at the bare minimum you will be looking to at least triple your budget of what you want to spend on a truck. Good luck in your search, and let us know how it turns out for you.

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