What's Best to Tow Outback 312BH?

[CajunChef]

[QUOTE=Tgribb6;71883]We have a 2013 312BH and love it so far. We started off towing it with a 2008 Toyota Tundra w/ the 5.7L V8 and it pulled it just fine.

I am new to RV'ing but not new to pulling trailers ('07 Dodge 3500 Ram diesel with a 36' flat bed trailer); We have not purchased a tow vehicle or trailer and are considering an Outback 312BH. I am concerned about the length and the fact that it is a bumper hitch. My thoughts were this length trailer would be better suited as a 5th wheel for maneuverability and safety. Is there a 312BH made in 5th wheel form? My concern is maneuvering in close quarters. Also would this be better pulled by a 2500 series diesel truck vs an diesel Excursion or Suburban?
Thanks for all comments.

[labs4life]

I have the Sprinter version of that trailer. The difference is mine is 8200lbs dry versus the outback which is quite a bit lighter. I pull mine with an f250 6.7 diesel and have zero issues.
Why not just use the Ram to pull the trailer??

[Cougarfamily]

I would think any kind of 3/4 ton, gas or diesel, would do well for you.
I have towed both TT and 5ers. Personally, while I prefer towing a 5er, that is nothing against a TT. With the right hitch set-up, you should be just fine with your Outback.

[Mrkolivers]

I have the 312bh and tow with a f350 short bed. No issues at all. I also use the 4 point equalizer hitch.

[Bob Landry]

My Outback is 35' overall . Any of the 3/4 ton trucks will do fine. and I'm pulling it with a F250 gasser with no issues. Any of the 3/4 ton trucks will do fine.

[Lrdchaos]

I have looked at numerous trailers that size. I wouldn't feel comfortable with anything less than a 250\2500 series truck. Just too much trailer, the tail would want to wag the dog.

[cathcartww]

Our Outback 277RL is 35' and 8600 pounds, and pulls fine with our 2005 E350 Van with the 6.0L diesel. We prefer the TT to a fifth wheel because we can put all our surf rods inside the van without taking them apart, and enjoy all the extra passenger room.

Backing up either a TT or a 5er is an acquired skill, and they each handle a little differently than the other, but once you get the hang of it, you can put either one just about anywhere you want it.

[VFIB]

We have an outback (35' and 7600 dry) and pull with an 07' Toyota Tundra with Equal-I-zer 4 wdh. No troubles. Does well without any strain.

[allmi01]

I pull my TT (36') wiht my diesel Excursion without issues. Get a good WD hitch and you are good to go.

If you go the Surburban / Yukon route, make sure it's a 2500 series. The normal 1/2 tom would be outmached for the weight.

Mike