2006 Ram 1500 SLT Quad Cab 4.7L V8 Manual Trans TOWING CAPACITY ?
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2006 Ram 1500 SLT Quad Cab 4.7L V8 Manual Trans TOWING CAPACITY ?
I have found so many different numbers on the internet ranging from 2900lbs all the way up to 8800. Here is my question.
I have a 2006 Ram 1500 SLT Quad Cab with the 4.7L V8 and the 6-speed manual trans. I bought a 2004 Sailfish 218 CC boat. The weight of the boat is 2500lbs, I estimate the trailer at 1000 or so, then the motor is about 500... so more or less 4000-4500lbs total depending on gas/tackle. The truck has the factory class III hitch tow package on it. I pulled my old boat which was bout 2500 lbs or so on the trailer with absolutely no problem like it wasn't even there. Should this truck be able to tow this boat safely? I pulled it to the ramp a few miles away and launched and recovered the boat with no issue but I wanted to check before I roll on the highway. Thanks!
I have a 2006 Ram 1500 SLT Quad Cab with the 4.7L V8 and the 6-speed manual trans. I bought a 2004 Sailfish 218 CC boat. The weight of the boat is 2500lbs, I estimate the trailer at 1000 or so, then the motor is about 500... so more or less 4000-4500lbs total depending on gas/tackle. The truck has the factory class III hitch tow package on it. I pulled my old boat which was bout 2500 lbs or so on the trailer with absolutely no problem like it wasn't even there. Should this truck be able to tow this boat safely? I pulled it to the ramp a few miles away and launched and recovered the boat with no issue but I wanted to check before I roll on the highway. Thanks!
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found this
http://www.autoglassplus.ca/hiddenhitch/index.html
Hidden Hitch Class III trailer hitches
Class III hitches are weight carrying (WC) and also are weight distributing (WD) hitches depending on the vehicle and hitch specifications. Not all Class III hitches are rated to be both. The hitch specifications will alert you to a hitch that is not weight distributing. Class III hitches used as weight carrying is rated up to 6000 lbs. gross trailer weight (GTW) with a maximum trailer tongue weight (TW) of 600 lbs. Hitches that are used for weight distributing are rated up to 10,000 lbs. gross trailer weight (GTW) with a maximum trailer tongue weight (TW) of 1000 lbs. The use of a ball mount and hitch ball of the same rating or higher is required. To use the weight distribution side of the hitch a weight distribution system is required. Class III hitches attach to the vehicle frame only. Always consult your owner's manual for vehicle rating.
Class III hitches are weight carrying (WC) and also are weight distributing (WD) hitches depending on the vehicle and hitch specifications. Not all Class III hitches are rated to be both. The hitch specifications will alert you to a hitch that is not weight distributing. Class III hitches used as weight carrying is rated up to 6000 lbs. gross trailer weight (GTW) with a maximum trailer tongue weight (TW) of 600 lbs. Hitches that are used for weight distributing are rated up to 10,000 lbs. gross trailer weight (GTW) with a maximum trailer tongue weight (TW) of 1000 lbs. The use of a ball mount and hitch ball of the same rating or higher is required. To use the weight distribution side of the hitch a weight distribution system is required. Class III hitches attach to the vehicle frame only. Always consult your owner's manual for vehicle rating.
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I have the same truck....i have a 20 foot kenner that i pull, I believe the curb weight is 2800 lbs...I pull it no problem. I also pulled a dual axle trailer with about 4000 lbs of mat. to Houston from Florida with out issue. I think your ok.