Newbie Questions

[Flip94ta]

1127lbs?!??!?!!! Man that’s 270lbs less than our GMC Acadia!

Someone just posted their weights with a 2600rb. I would take a serious look at those numbers via the search function. I think they were around 630lbs? Our 2500RL, which is similar to the 2450RL measures 830lbs on the tongue. That’s a no go for your F150. 2600RB’s are a great floor plan for a couple and just under 30’ which will get you in to all the national and state parks. They also have generous tank sizes for places without hookups.

[Skiddy]

The spec’d tongue weights are about:
2450RL and 2500RL: 580 pounds (576 for an actual 2450RL, don’t know about the 2500RL)
2600RB: 594 pounds (620 pounds (from an actual unit)
By the time a hitch, propane, battery are added, another 175 pounds on the hitch. About 2/3rds of everything in the front stowage and wardrobes is carried by the hitch. Assuming a light packer, 210 pounds total, at least 140 pounds of stuff is on the hitch - meaning on the truck. That is a conservative 315 pounds added to the spec’d tongue weight. The 2600RB would be well over 900 pounds, the 2450 and 2500RLs will be just under 900 pounds.

That’s why i indicated earlier, the Op’s Truck will be payloaded out with my 2150RB and a CAT scaled tongue of 760 pounds and just under 300 pounds of stuff.

[Silverado333]

Lots of good advice in all the replies... I’m a visual person so I found this video helpful. The KeepYourDaydream folks walk through the various numbers, what they mean and how to calculate them for yourself. Hope this helps and good luck!

https://youtu.be/qwFLOBrADBs

Thanks I have seen the KYD video, and many others - I subscribe to their channel and look forward to their videos very week.

[Silverado333]

Payload of <1200 sounds really light, is that the sticker number? The 2450RL is a better fit when you consider loading the hitch and people into the truck. To me, the limiter is always payload, the EB can pull well beyond its class, it is the hitch weight that will limit you, safely limit you that is. For ball park, you want about 12 % of loaded travel trailer weight on the truck, closer to 20% for a 5er. Trucks run out of payload before they run out of pulling grunt.

Here is a pic of the sticker (I hope!!)
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[Silverado333]

Here is a pic of the sticker (I hope!!)
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Guess the pic didnt come thru - but it does state not to exceed 511kg or 1127 lbs.

[Flip94ta]

The spec’d tongue weights are about:
2450RL and 2500RL: 580 pounds (576 for an actual 2450RL, don’t know about the 2500RL)
2600RB: 594 pounds (620 pounds (from an actual unit)
By the time a hitch, propane, battery are added, another 175 pounds on the hitch. About 2/3rds of everything in the front stowage and wardrobes is carried by the hitch. Assuming a light packer, 210 pounds total, at least 140 pounds of stuff is on the hitch - meaning on the truck. That is a conservative 315 pounds added to the spec’d tongue weight. The 2600RB would be well over 900 pounds, the 2450 and 2500RLs will be just under 900 pounds.

That’s why i indicated earlier, the Op’s Truck will be payloaded out with my 2150RB and a CAT scaled tongue of 760 pounds and just under 300 pounds of stuff.

I think you mean 760lbs and 367lb in the truck.

The published weights are a joke. Mine was supposed to be about 570 and 5800lbs. My spec sheet shows 606lbs and 6150lbs. After the propane, battery and mattress topper(13lbs) we are at 830lbs as read per the scale. I’m not sure even the 606lb factory number is correct, maybe if read at the jack?

The 2600RB floor plan lends itself to better weight distribution, there’s the bathroom in the back with lots of storage and the pantry and fridge are behind the axles. Also I’m guessing there’s atleast one tank behind the axles since it’s rear bath. All four of the 2500RL tanks are in front of the axle centerline only making the issue worse.

Here’s a recent tongue weight of a 2600RB, 190lbs lighter on the tongue than mine when batteries and propane are added.

https://www.mygrandrv.com/forum/show...135#post293135

If they could manage to only load an additional 160lbs on the tongue and maybe 350lb in the truck they could do it. Otherwise they are over.

[Wicked ace]

I apologize if this is redundant input, I didn't read all the way through the thread. Just the fact you mentioned the truck is a "Platinum" trim level you should not even consider it. GVWR is the maximum weight of truck and payload. You didn't post a payload sticker but I'll bet it's 1100 to 1300#. More options = less cargo capacity. You will run out of payload capacity long long before you reach the tow capacity. The 11,200# tow capacity besides being a fictitious number for advertising and RV sales purposes, is for a basic minimally optioned truck. Think an XL trim work truck. What you are considering now is a white knuckle ride at best.
Think this through a bit and hear what others are saying about getting a more capable truck better suited to the trailer you want to get. If interested here is a work sheet to help guide you:
https://www.bwtrailerhitches.com/towing-help-fifth
Since you have a Ford this is a good forum to look for answers to your situation:
https://www.f150forum.com/f82/

[Wicked ace]

Since you are wanting something to take you to Florida, and possibly live in for a short time, but still have something that would be good for the long-term, there is another possibility. I don’t know if you are aware of the high depreciation cost, right off the lot, but some estimates are in the 30-40% range, depending on brand. That would be a major hit, should you consider joining the two-trailer club.

You might want to consider purchasing something from the used market, for now. My thoughts are that there will be a high number of these available, especially in your area, as people “give up” on this recreation opportunity after being on either reduced hours (income) or totally out of work.

Purchasing something used, with the idea that you will be upgrading in the future, could meet your needs both present and down the road.

Just something more to consider.

This is an excellent point if you are considering a temporary arrangement.

[Ghdorn]

Well, I've done a little research on my truck - I have a V-6 Echo Boost, 4WD, Super Crew Cab (full 4 door), short bed (5.5ft) Gear Ratio - 3.55:1, and I have the tow package.
GVWR - 7200 LB, Front GAWR: 3750lb, Rear GAWR - 4050 LB.

So as was suggested by liveinthelife, I looked up my truck in TrailerLife with these stats - and if everything is correct - I can tow up to 11,200. That seems unbelievable!! If this is accurate I can purchase the trailer I thought was too heavy - The Grand Design 2670MK.

Does the sreally sound accurate?

Thanks for all the help!!

Steve

My 1500 could tow more but you knew th rnb 5400 lb trailer was back there. When we moved up to a 2500 diesel the trailer virtually disappeared. Weight of two vehicle also helps stabilize the ride and the brakes on a 2500 know you are going to be hauling and they are massive compared to the 1500. Go up on the truck Iis my advice. Easy to have too little truck.

[attaboy]

The spec’d tongue weights are about:
2450RL and 2500RL: 580 pounds (576 for an actual 2450RL, don’t know about the 2500RL)
2600RB: 594 pounds (620 pounds (from an actual unit)
By the time a hitch, propane, battery are added, another 175 pounds on the hitch. About 2/3rds of everything in the front stowage and wardrobes is carried by the hitch. Assuming a light packer, 210 pounds total, at least 140 pounds of stuff is on the hitch - meaning on the truck. That is a conservative 315 pounds added to the spec’d tongue weight. The 2600RB would be well over 900 pounds, the 2450 and 2500RLs will be just under 900 pounds.

That’s why i indicated earlier, the Op’s Truck will be payloaded out with my 2150RB and a CAT scaled tongue of 760 pounds and just under 300 pounds of stuff.

We pull a 2020 2450RL, the published weights are inaccurate. our trailer loaded for travel has a 920 lb. tongue weight, the hitch and bars weigh approx. 100 lbs.
The 920 lbs is with all tanks empty.
Bob A.