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Originally Posted by Global Driver
To further compound the problem.....
We speak to the pin weight or tongue weight that the truck is carrying...not towing.
In the example that you have an 11,500lb 5'er....pin weight of 2008 lbs.
Obviously the truck is carrying the 2008 lbs of pin weight.
Would you subtract that 2008 lbs from the trailer empty weight when calculating total tow capacity?
(Truck+Pax+Pin Weight) + Trailer = must be less than GCWR
Thinking if you add the 2008 to the truck carry weight.....since that 2008lbs is already part of the trailer....are you then doubling penalizing yourself?
You are now carrying 2008lbs (pin weight) as well as towing the 2008lbs
Clear as mud?
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Not sure where you are coming up with this pin weight since you didn't quote anyone. Pin weight of an 11500 lb gross weight camper will be north of 2600 lbs. You will need to add weight of passengers and cargo in the truck. North of 3000 lbs. Just look at the yellow/white placard for an idea if your payload capacity is adequate. The tow capacity is a number made up by the manufacturer based on a test that in no way replicates pulling a camper of any sort and relies on the most capable engine, transmission and towing package in the lineup. Your actual towing capacity will be much lower and you will likely be limited by PAYLOAD.