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GMcKenzie · 08-23-2018, 12:54 PM

Check the payload on a 3/4 ton diesel. Payload is what, usually, limits your towing weight more than tow capacity. The 3/4 ton can diesels have around 2200 lbs for a payload rating, not a lot more than my half ton (2015 lbs).

Gas and a 3/4 ton has another 4-500 lbs but if you want diesel you really should look at a 1 ton. Even a SRW will have a better payload rating.

If I could find a payload chart online, I would link to it.

08-23-2018, 12:54 PM	#13
GMcKenzie Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Okanagan, BC Posts: 916	Check the payload on a 3/4 ton diesel. Payload is what, usually, limits your towing weight more than tow capacity. The 3/4 ton can diesels have around 2200 lbs for a payload rating, not a lot more than my half ton (2015 lbs). Gas and a 3/4 ton has another 4-500 lbs but if you want diesel you really should look at a 1 ton. Even a SRW will have a better payload rating. If I could find a payload chart online, I would link to it. __________________ 2010 Cougar 30RKS 2015 GMC Sierra Max Trailer "Drinks for 6, Dinner for 4, Sleeps 2"