Hey guys, newbie here. I know y'all get asked these questions all the time so I apologize. I have searched and read a few posts regarding towing a travel trailer with a 2016 Ram. First off, I know towing with a 2500 would be easier, but what can I realistically comfortably tow with this truck using a weight distribution hitch.
2016 RAM 1500 Crew Cab Big Horn
Axle ratio: 3.92
GVWR: 6900
Payload: truck sticker says 1350, RAM towing guide says 1520. Not sure the reason for the difference
Max towing capacity: 10,160
For example, here's a travel trailer I am looking at:
Total length: 34'
GVWR: 7600
Hitch weight: 680
Would this travel trailer be too much for this truck? I want to stick to the 80% rule for max towing capacity, which this trailer would be under that. My worry is the payload of the truck. Figuring 12% of the trailer weight, plus the weight of the hitch, plus two adults, two small children, and some gear might get pretty close to the payload of the truck. Just looking for opinions. Also, is there anything else I'm missing? Would a 34' camper be terribly uncomfortable to pull with this truck? Thanks in advance for the input.
2016 RAM 1500 Crew Cab Big Horn
Axle ratio: 3.92
GVWR: 6900
Payload: truck sticker says 1350, RAM towing guide says 1520. Not sure the reason for the difference
Max towing capacity: 10,160
For example, here's a travel trailer I am looking at:
Total length: 34'
GVWR: 7600
Hitch weight: 680
Would this travel trailer be too much for this truck? I want to stick to the 80% rule for max towing capacity, which this trailer would be under that. My worry is the payload of the truck. Figuring 12% of the trailer weight, plus the weight of the hitch, plus two adults, two small children, and some gear might get pretty close to the payload of the truck. Just looking for opinions. Also, is there anything else I'm missing? Would a 34' camper be terribly uncomfortable to pull with this truck? Thanks in advance for the input.