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11-07-2019, 03:24 PM #61
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11-07-2019, 04:12 PM #62
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2017 F-350 CCSB 6.7L
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11-07-2019, 04:46 PM #63
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11-07-2019, 04:51 PM #64
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I just purchased a Grand Design Reflection 337RLS and I know folks have stated here that they pull the 337RLS trailers with their 3/4 ton trucks without issue. I chose to upgrade from my RAM 2500 to a RAM 3500 Dual Rear wheel truck and couldn't be happier. Back in 2009 I purchased a 5th wheel from Keystone which I pulled with my 2006 2500. I added air bags and told myself I was equal to a SRW 3500, which I do think I actually was for that year, to meet payload numbers. I was still nervous while I drove that truck/trailer combo since I always knew a blow out on the truck rear tires would be a real pucker factor. I've pulled my 337RLS with my 3500 DRW and it's a whole different league. I know that a lot of folks probably don't want to step up to a 3500 DRW from a 2500 SRW, but I would suggest that they do so if at all possible. I was able to find an 18 month old 3500 DRW and got a great deal since it's easier for the dealers to sell 2500 short beds than a 3500 dually long bed.
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11-07-2019, 05:04 PM #66
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While that might be true, I've not looked at the actual numbers, my 2018 Laramie Crew Cab 3500 DRW long bed with the Aisiin HD transmission has a payload of 5,377lbs. I seriously doubt I'll need more payload capacity than what's available. So, more payload is a moot point to me.
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11-07-2019, 05:42 PM #67
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I agree. The GVWR of 350/3500 (Class 3) trucks is probably the most accurate when determining actual capability. A Class 3 truck can be rated up to 14,000 lbs but nobody is making a SRW that approaches that number. Why is that? My guess is that it just isn't possible yet from an engineering standpoint. I suspect 11,500 is a realistic ceiling for a F250 or F350 SRW.
A Class 2 is limited to 10,000 lbs so 250/2500 at that rating are a dime a dozen. You can get a gas F250 with a weaker transmission, weaker rear axle, taller gears and softer front springs and it will have the same 10,000 GVWR as my much stouter F250. How does that make sense? I draw the line at 11,500 for my truck. That is one of the primary reasons I have a 303 instead of a 337.2019 F250 Platinum, 6.7, LB, FX4, High Capacity Tow Package
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11-07-2019, 05:50 PM #68
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11-07-2019, 05:58 PM #69
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11-07-2019, 06:05 PM #70
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True, but looking at the configuration options the dual rear wheels only adds $1300 to the price and given what that option provides in both payload and peace of mind it seems like a no brainer. Of course, I'm one of those people who has no trouble parking as far out as possible since I feel walking as much as possible is good for me. I've also never had trouble driving large trucks since I learned how to drive a class 8 truck years ago. Others want or need a smaller truck and still want to pull a larger trailer. All a trade off and I would only suggest that folks look seriously at a 1 ton dually if they are going to pull any 5th wheel over 13,000lbs. That's not to say a 3500/350 isn't capable, it's just the DRW provides a nice safety margin. I hope that makes sense.
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