1/2 ton, 3/4 ton, and 1 Ton Trucks! Know the Towing and Payload Differences!
1/2 ton, 3/4 ton, and 1 Ton Trucks! Know the Towing and Payload Differences!
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RV Towing Upgrades
*Reese Goosebox Gen2: https://www.etrailer.com/Fifth-Wheel-King-Pin/Reese/RP94720.html?etam=a0001
*B&W OEM Gooseball: https://www.etrailer.com/Gooseneck/B-and-W/BWGNXA2061.html?etam=a0001
*B&W Fifth Wheel Hitch: https://www.etrailer.com/Fifth-Wheel/B-and-W/BWRVK3305.html?etam=a0001
*B&W Sliding Fifth Wheel Hitch: https://www.etrailer.com/Fifth-Wheel/B-and-W/BWRVK3370.html?etam=a0001
*Equalizer Weight Distribution Hitch: https://www.etrailer.com/Weight-Distribution/Equal-i-zer/EQ37120ET.html?etam=a0001
*B&W Tow and Stow Hitch: https://www.etrailer.com/Ball-Mounts/B-and-W/BWTS20049B.html?etam=a0001
*Curt Drop Hitch: https://www.etrailer.com/Drop-Hitch/Curt/C45900.html?etam=a0001
RV and Trailer Equipment Upgrades
*RoadArmor Suspension Equalizer: https://www.etrailer.com/Trailer-Leaf-Spring-Suspension/Lippert/LC696740.html?etam=a0001
*HD Shackle Straps and Wet Bolts: https://www.etrailer.com/Trailer-Leaf-Spring-Suspension/Lippert/LC52SV.html?etam=a0001
*RV Suspension Upgrade (travel trailer, Cargo Trailer): https://www.etrailer.com/Trailer-Leaf-Spring-Suspension/Dexter-Axle/K71-652-00.html?etam=a0001
*16” G Rated Wheel Tire Combo: https://www.etrailer.com/Boat-Trailer-Wheels/Taskmaster/A16RGBML.html?etam=a0001
*Goodyear Endurance 15” Trailer Tire: https://www.etrailer.com/Tires-and-Wheels/Goodyear/724857519.html?etam=a0001
*Goodyear Endurance 16” Trailer Tire: https://www.etrailer.com/Tires-and-Wheels/Goodyear/724860519.html?etam=a0001
*Furrion Wireless Backup Camera: https://www.etrailer.com/RV-Camera/Furrion/FOS05TASF.html?etam=a0001
*Furrion Wireless Side and Rear Cameras: https://www.etrailer.com/RV-Camera/Furrion/FCE48TASL-07.html?etam=a0001
*Phoenix Electric Trailer Jack 4,000 lbs: https://www.etrailer.com/Trailer-Jack/Ultra-Fab-Products/UF38-944040.html?etam=a0001
*GlowStep Revolution Steps: https://www.etrailer.com/RV-and-Camper-Steps/TorkLift/TLA8004.html?etam=a0001
*LCI Solid Steps: https://www.etrailer.com/RV-and-Camper-Steps/Lippert-Components/LC791574.html?etam=a0001
*LCI AutoLeveling System: https://www.etrailer.com/Camper-Jacks/Lippert/LC675817.html?etam=a0001
*Reese Fifth Wheel Dual Motor Landing Gear: https://www.etrailer.com/Camper-Jack/Reese/RP500708.html?etam=a0001
Must Have Equipment!
*6000 Watt Generator Kit: https://www.etrailer.com/Generators/etrailer/333-0003-2-0007.html?etam=a0001
*3200 Watt Inverter Generator: https://www.etrailer.com/Generators/etrailer/333-0003.html?etam=a0001
*2000 Watt Inverter Generator: https://www.etrailer.com/Generators/etrailer/333-0001.html?etam=a0001
*30amp to 50amp Power Cord: https://www.etrailer.com/RV-Wiring/Mighty-Cord/A10-3050EDBK.html?etam=a0001
*LED RV Replacement Taillights: https://www.etrailer.com/Trailer-Lights/Optronics/RVSTLB61.html?etam=a0001
*Fastway Tire Chocks: https://www.etrailer.com/Camper-Jack/Fastway/FA84-00-4840.html?etam=a0001
*RV Foam Sprayer: https://www.etrailer.com/Car-Cleaner/Griots-Garage/34951140.html?etam=a0001
*RV Soap: https://www.etrailer.com/Car-Cleaner/Valterra/V88543.html?etam=a0001
Truck Upgrades
*Airlift 5000 Airbag Kit: https://www.etrailer.com/dept-pg-Vehicle_Suspension.aspx?etam=a0001
*Airlift Wireless Air Controller: https://www.etrailer.com/Accessories-and-Parts/Air-Lift/AL72000.html?etam=a0001
*Access Toolbox Bed Cover: https://www.etrailer.com/Tonneau-Covers/Access/834532004829.html?etam=a0001
*Bedrug Bed Liner: https://www.etrailer.com/dept-pg-Truck_Bed_Mats.aspx?etam=a0001
*Floormats: https://www.etrailer.com/s.aspx?qry=Floor+Mats&furl=?etam=a0001
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Proud of that video was very good and I’m from Corpus
Would you like to test SUV Doorstep ?
Good video except should be a Ford truck…👍🏻
lol I drive a semi truck, I dont even look at my weight half the time. I just roll with it!
I started with a beefed up 1/2 ton suburban, went to a 3/4 ton suburban ( both with beefed up 350 cu in engines, then a 1 ton crew cab dually with a 454, then a crew cab dually with a 6.5 deisel now I have an extended cab dually (kids are all grown up and gone) with the 6.6 litre gasser on order in 4×4 ,, more truck than I need for the past 2 trucks but what a dream to tow with,,,, AND the 454 in my old dually did better on fuel than thhe 350 in the 3/4 ton suburban did because it never broke a sweat, never got hot, never could not maintain speed climbing hills with a trailer in tow. Never an issue stopping fast with the big brakes on the one ton.
I have seen more crashes and trucks over heated on side of the road that are under rated for whhat they are being used for.
What is the max RV you would tow with the tiny Jeep Gladiator?
I’m still a little confused, I have a 2016 sandpiper by Forest River 377FLIK model, can anyone tell me what truck I need for mine?
This was very insightful and interesting. Thank you
This was so perfectly and efficiently explained, thank you. You’re very well spoken
Can you do a video on setting the gain on a trailer brake controller
or just dually and forget
Super helpful and informative video, thank you!
I think I’m more confused now with all these numbers which are going over my head. Maybe I picked the wrong "hobby."
Finally someone explained tow capacity those double wheels looks nasty tho
I’m a professional travel trailer hauler. I’ve seen a LOT of trucks and trailers blown over from high winds and not one was a dually.
i have an 02 f-250 diesel & i pull a 39 foot toy hauler & she pulls her like u freaking don’t believe
You hardly said anything about one ton srw…
Thank you so much for this video. Very unbiased and informative. I “accidentally” got a F350 diesel super duty which was more than I needed but I love it and I am excited to know I can pretty much go in whatever direction I want when time comes to update my travel trailer.
I like the video alot. A good rule of thumb is to not let the Gross combined weight to exceed 75% of the GCWR. Numbers are calculated at standard day sea level conditions. Always good to keep sufficient margin, which is what I liked about this video..
It really does have a lot to do with the trailer and your experience. I own a 2020 F150 Platinum that has about a 1700 lb payload cap., 13,500 towing cap., and 1350 tongue weight cap. I pull an 8600 pound, 40ft. travel trailer with it that has a tongue weight of only 780. I added Airlift 5000 bags to the suspension to alleviate any bottoming out concerns and a Reese WD hitch with friction sway control. I have no issues whatsoever pulling that trailer; she tracks along great, even as high as 70mph in no wind. That sail back there can get a little squirly in winds 30+ mph but I don’t generally pull in high winds – I’m never in that big of a hurry. The built in sway control in newer trucks makes the truck feel a little soft sometimes and takes some getting used to the feel. It really does help control the sway down to next to nothing though.
My 2011 5.0 f150 is going to need to pull a 20 foot inclosed trailer with a total weight around 6,500. It’ll do it
Buy the biggest truck you can afford! Begin with a 3/4 ton for trailers and start at 1 ton for 5th wheels than go up from there. Factory tow packages are a must!
Are cargo capacity and payload capacity the same thing?
Super helpful. I’m wanting to get a 5th wheel RV in the future and seems like for the safety and control of a larger trailer the dulley is the way to go
Depends on the size & weight of the trailer ? 🤔
I’m poor and am looking for a truck and a truck bed camper ?
Big numb trucks with no cargo capacity. Only in the Republic 💰🍟🍔🇺🇸
What about a 6×6 550 pickup?
When I was younger I did not realize all the difference between pickups… Sure I knew some were heavier than otherd, but I really didn’t pay much attention…
There was no need for a video on this. An audio book with a stationary photo would have accomplished the same thing
WHEEL BASE, How much does it play into towing. Is it safer to have longer wheel base truck over a truck that can have more towing capability?
Hello everyone.
My question would be if my truck-trailer assembly is ok or should i make a change regarding the truck.
So I have a Ram 1500 truck model 2019 bought from the dealer in 2020. It is an extended cab truck. I bought it brand new.
The trailer was also purchased new from the dealership in the same year. It’s a Jayco Jayflight 28BHS. It is a 32 foot trailer, with a 28 foot living space. A few people in the campgrounds told me that this truck is a bit small for this trailer. I’m pretty disappointed and I don’t know what to do. I mention that the stability of the whole is quite ok, acceptable I could say. But when the wind blows, especially in gusts, it is not a pleasure at all to lead this ensemble.
I would greatly appreciate the answers and advice of those who will read this comment and thank you very much.
I tow an Imagine mke 17 about 4600 pounds dry with a jeep grand cherokee specked at 7200 towing capacity and 1400 cargo. No issues so far
So for a Airsteam 33ft 8000lbs what would be the best truck???
In 2015 when I bought a new 2500 GMC with the diesel the GVWR was 500 lbs more than the gas model. I have loaded this truck to 12000 lbs and pulled trailers close to 20000 lbs without much problem. Just be careful and give yourself room to stop. The GMC has great breaks and a nice trailer break setup. I guess if your worried about hitch weight air bags can help that and heavier tires. In most cases a 2500 works great.
why did you do this vid in a junkyard…
I really love my 2017 F150 2.7L STX combined with a 2017 GEO Pro 16ft 3000LB trailer. 13-14mpg tow on flat surface, and 10mpg in hills.
Great video. Thank you.
My Z71 has a 1931 cargo and max tow is 9300 so I would say I can tow is around 7000 to maybe 7500 safely do you agree.
Payload Cargo
are these interchangeable terms and if so why are you in her changing them why can’t you choose one or the other
when you say cargo capacity are you saying what can go inside of it what can go in the truck bed
is it have any reference to tongue weight or anyting why are so many different terms used why can’t we just say this is what you can haul with one of these seeing if you’re pulling it on a
regular hitch you can do about this much and if you’re pulling with a fifth wheel you can do about this much instead we got cargo payload toe cargo payload toe cargo payload toe
What the heck are you talkin about
Have a question we have a 2020 f150 king ranch 3.5l twin turbo 3.5 ecoboost my question is this it has a tow capacity of 13,200lbs is it safe to tow a 5th wheel of 11,948lbs?
I’m still really confused. I’m trying to find the best truck for this rv I want but all the dealers have told me different things. What would be best for this???
Length (ft/m) 42.5 / 13
Width (in/mm) 96 / 2438.4
Height (in/mm) 153 / 3886.2
Length (ft/ft) 42
Length (ft/in) 6
Dry Weight (lbs/kg) 11883 / 5390.1
Payload Capacity (lbs/kgs) 3317 / 1504.6
GVWR (lbs/kgs) 15200 / 6894.7
Hitch Weight (lbs/kgs) 2305 / 1045.5
Capacities Standard
Number Of Fresh Water Holding Tanks 1
Total Fresh Water Tank Capacity (gal/l) 64 / 242.3
Number Of Gray Water Holding Tanks 1
Total Gray Water Tank Capacity (gal/l) 88 / 333.1
Number Of Black Water Holding Tanks 1
Total Black Water Tank Capacity (gal/l) 49 / 185.5
Propane Tank (s) Standard
Number Of Propane Tanks 2
Total Propane Tank Capacity (gal/lbs) 14.2 / 60
This dude be like… You need a semi to tow anything over 5k pounds.
Great video. Some people on the road make you cringe just looking how much they are pulling with a 1/2ton truck. I would be interested in a video for SUV trailers
Did you skip the one ton trucks? You reviewed a 3/4 ton then jumped up to a dully. Where is the one ton single wheel? Great video by the way!
My bottom line is margin. I never want to operate anything (including my body) at or near its limits. If I really need to dig deeper for a short time, there’s room.
Well that depends on the RV here towing 🤔😂
Awesome job!
This seems really informative but I’m not understanding the relationship between payload capacity and towing capacity
Just don’t be one of those old man cheap asses that cuts corners on his rig and puts everybody on the road in danger.