Towing maximum capacity
I have been towing a 6800lbs (fully loaded) 28' TT with a Chevy Silverado 1500; but equipped with a 6.2ltr V8 and Max Tow Package. The truck has a GCVW of 16000lbs, a towing capacity of 10,600lbs and ...
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Weighed the truck today at a CAT scale with full tank, me and spouse in it and typical camping gear. Rounding up a few pounds, Final verdict is 6080lbs. That would leave 1020lbs for tow weight. Cutting it awful close.
I think I may have to pass on this trailer for now. Look for something a little bit lighter or just keep mine and deal with the things I don't like until I have a bigger truck or can afford a motor home. I think my truck could do it, but I don't want to be worried about over loading. My current trailer at around 7000lbs full is perfect for towing. Never sways, I've towed it up and down mountains without issue. I just wish it had a better floorplan !!
I'm curious if other folks feel the same. The total GVW of the trailer is listed at 8900 and the tongue weight at 767lbs, but we all know how that goes!
Many thanks for the help folks.
I think I may have to pass on this trailer for now. Look for something a little bit lighter or just keep mine and deal with the things I don't like until I have a bigger truck or can afford a motor home. I think my truck could do it, but I don't want to be worried about over loading. My current trailer at around 7000lbs full is perfect for towing. Never sways, I've towed it up and down mountains without issue. I just wish it had a better floorplan !!
I'm curious if other folks feel the same. The total GVW of the trailer is listed at 8900 and the tongue weight at 767lbs, but we all know how that goes!
Many thanks for the help folks.
