3500 Dually or 2500 Single Rear Wheel?

marcadrian805 · 12-06-2015, 05:44 PM

We are looking to full time RV in the next 18 to 24 months in a new Solitude 369RL. Starting to get my ducks in a row and need to decide on what truck to buy. I am pretty much decided on a Ram 6.7 diesel either a 3500 dually or a 2500 SRW. I would really like to go with the 2500 crew cab SRW 4x4 in the short box.
I know the 3500 dually is the best truck for the job but I really like the idea of the SRW maneuverability when not towing.
I really like to get your opinion, especially those people who have a Single Rear wheel 2500. Thanks

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**Dave and Monica** · 12-06-2015, 06:20 PM

I seen loaded pin weights reported for the Solitude 369RL at 3200# and more. With that amount of pin weight you'd be most likely exceeding the rear axle weight rating of a 2500 truck. If you were to look at a 3500 SRW you'd have about 1000# more rear axle capacity available. The 3500 DRW would offer lots of payload capacity for the 369RL or about anything else you'd ever choose. If you're starting with a clean sheet of paper, it be best to choose the truck capable for the job...3500 SRW or 3500 DRW.

Dave

**Fulltime Livin** · 12-06-2015, 06:47 PM

If your going full-time as you say, get the dually. The stability while towing is superior to the srw. Plus when you decide for a newer rv, you won't be limited by the truck.

**John & Lisa** · 12-06-2015, 06:53 PM

We had a 2500 GMC and it pulled our 369 well on some very long summer trips. However we plan to full time in a couple of years and just bought a 3500 SRW GMC. The thinking is we are not carrying as much weight today as we will be in the future. So we upgraded our tow vehicle now.

**kanatachris** · 12-06-2015, 07:50 PM

Just got a new 2014 3500 DRW Ram and traded the 02 GMC 2500 HD. Both diesels. Haven't towed our trlr yet. There is a substantial difference in the size of the trucks. Not so easy parking! That said, surprisingly good ride in the Ram. Much better than the GMC.

**bertschb** · 12-06-2015, 09:02 PM

I'd prefer a 3500 SRW but if I had to choose between the two options you offered, it would be the DRW. Safety first.

**Second Chance** · 12-06-2015, 09:56 PM

We're full full-time and wish we had a 3500 DRW - and our reflection isn't as heavy as your Solitude. Loaded for the road, we're right at the rear axle capacity for the truck, so have to be very careful.

Rob

**Sandi** · 12-07-2015, 05:35 AM

We pull the 369RL with a Duramax 3500 SRW. We like you didn't want the intermittent inconvenience of a DRW. It is the hubs daily driver and there are just too many places that it is hard to maneuver. Pulls great and very happy with the 3500.

**edward** · 12-07-2015, 06:07 AM

We pull our 369RL with a Duramax 3500 LB/ SRW: just did a round trip (Fl -Maine) and the truck did great, but, I have to say that when we hit the rain and high side winds, I was wishing for DRW!

2011 Silverado 3500 HD SRW/ LB : Airsafe 20K Hitch/ 2015 Solitude 369 RL