Ram MegaCab with slide-in truck camper

I have a 2015 RAM 3500 SRW MegaCab with 6.7 CTD and an Outfitter Apex 8 camper. Can't hardly tell the camper is on there with absolutely no mods on suspension or anything else. Handling, power, braking (especially with the exhaust brake) is perfect.

Take a look at the RAM Camper Loading Guide here for COG and loading info. And take a look at the RAM Payload Charts here. Scroll down to the 3500 SRW MegaCab for payloads.

I love my truck!

I have a 2006 3500 Mega Cab with diesel that I carried an Outfitter Apex 8 on for a few years until my lovely bride said no more so now I am carrying a Northern Lite 811 which handles great.
I do have air bags.
I use the camper mostly for fishing trip and disasters.Love the combo.

Ok, I give up
What's the difference between bucket box and bench box??
Got something to do with SRW vs DRW??

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The newer megas will haul almost any shortbed camper with ease.
Reccomend going 3500 vs 2500 for the leaf springs or air assist option.
Less suspension mod options for the 2500 with coils and the 2500 air ride maxes out at about 4000lbs by one persons report who uses it as a hot shot hauler.

Agree, don't get the 2500! I looked at one the other day and the max payload on the door tag was 1900LBs.... 3500 and you get upwards of 4k pounds

Those were terms used in that RAM camper load guide link that was posted above.

Thanks guys....you are awesome! I'm going Mega Cab! Now the only question is Cummins diesel or 6.4 HEMI. I like the exhaust brakes on the diesel but not so sure if it's the right choice with the extra expenses..upfront cost and service for my usage. I'll be using it to haul the truck camper 3 to 4 months out of the year and the rest will be daily drive (approx. 10 to 15K miles/year) without the camper.
Any advice?

Forgot to mention....definitely going 3500. Thanks!

cjweenr,

Are you going with the 4x4? Unless I missed something, the load charts are for a 2x4. The 6.4L Hemi's have higher payloads simply because the engine is lighter.

The 6.4L Hemi will start easier in a South Dakota winter and, from what I've heard, will give you about the same fuel economy. That said, the 6.7L Cummins will get you up and down mountains with more authority. How long is your daily commute/drive? Diesels like to get warm and run for a while, whereas gassers tolerate starting and shutting off better. Maintenance on the Hemi will probably be cheaper and it runs on four cylinders on the highway with no load.

Randoms thoughts,

Bill

Thanks Eugarps!
Yes, going 4x4 and leaning gasser but nervous....everyone seems to think I'm making a mistake not to go with diesel. Our goal is to travel the country and spend some time in the national parks, state parks, and boondocking. We will sometimes tow an enclosed trailer with motorcycle/toys....tongue weight would never exceed 300 to 400 pounds.
The rest of the year 8 to 9 months will be truck only with low mileage commutes....