Towing 298RE

[RockyB]

I'm new to forum and have gotten great advice. We will be picking up a new Outback 298RE in a few weeks. My current vehicle is a Chevy 2500HD extended cab; 6.0 Liter Gas motor with heavy duty tow package and 3.73 rear. After asking folks here for advise, this seems adequate to tow this trailer (advertised at 7447 but probably closer to 7,700 dry). Most, however, felt the 4.10 would be preferable in a trailer this size; and wheelbase was also mentioned as a concern.

This morning, I placed a deposit on a new truck. I intend to purchase a 2014 3500HD Crew Cab, Duramax; single rear wheel (with the 3.73 axle - the only one available with the Duramax). This gives me a bit more wheelbase; as well as greater torque and improved gas mileage. I don't want to struggle towing so I'd like your thoughts on this combination? Thanks in advance all!

[EricLynnAllison]

I pull a 16000 pound fifth wheel with a 2011 chevy 3500 crew cab dually diesel. It pulls very well. You probably won't even know its back there.

[RockyB]

Thanks, that's what I'm hoping. Rather have "too much" truck; than not enough!

[Bubba777]

I pull the 298 re with f250 no problem. I weighed it clost to 10000 loade with everything.

[Bubba777]

[RockyB]

Great looking set up Bubba; the truck matches the Outback! My 2500HD was rated for 9,900 pounds and, as you mention, I feared I would be getting fairly close that with the 298!

[Bubba777]

Originally Posted by RockyB

Great looking set up Bubba; the truck matches the Outback! My 2500HD was rated for 9,900 pounds and, as you mention, I feared I would be getting fairly close that with the 298!

It pulls like a dream I live In Louisiana. Our roads aren't that good I will be putting air bags on back in near future.

[RockyB]

I can sympathize with that - Northeast PA here and the roads are awful! I've heard it said the official mammal of PA is the construction horse!!!