Toy hauler size

[steviep]

I have 2014 Ram 1500 and am wondering what size toyhauler I can haul comfortably.

 

[cueman]

You need to check your owners manual to see what weight your truck is able to pull. Then decide what size toy hauler you want or need. JMO opcorn: cueman

 

[Dmetcalf]

I definitely agree with Cueman’s comment. They do make smaller toy hauler travel trailers that might work for you.

 

[Boilermaker]

There are a lot of factors that go into this calculation. If you have a reputable RV dealer nearby, they can help you with your decision. The owner's manual and All of the online resources can be helpful, but you really need to know more than just towing capacity.

 

[BLUEKNIGHT911]

First decide what type of trailer - enclosed or open ?? ……. then as said above how much weight can you safely tow ( with or without trl. brakes ) ...now for size 6 ft. wide & 10 ft. long at a minimum ….. IF ? you lay down 2 x 4's on the floor of the trailer this will eliminate accidently hitting either side .… the proven safest method of tying down is a ratchet strap place in-line over the tread attaching to the floor via some type of attachment devices …….. this is the method high end auto transporters use, nothing gets scraped or bent ….there are pics on this site … use search …..good luck ... Mike hyea:

 

[MNF3]

+1 to Mike’s statement. Google “Erickson atv e-track tie-down kit”. I put these on an Aluma MC 210 trailer for my F3-t.

 

[Spyder0824]

It will depend on what size engine is in you 2014 Ram 1500. I would imagine that even a 5.7 Hemi would have a towing capacity of about 9000 lbs. There are a lot of toy haulers available with an 11' garage that should fit the bill.

 

[JoshHefnerX]

I've used these guides. Look up the year/make/model/options and it should have the weight capacities.

http://www.trailerlife.com/trailer-towing-guides/

 

[Revalden]

I checked with a dealer that I trust and he said that my (only 115k miles) 2006 Dodge 1500 4 x 4 w/5.7 hemi 3.92 gears shouldn't be used with 5th wheel toy hauler. However, a bumper pull w/load levelers could be done/safer for my truck's rear axle. I'd like to put a Supercharger on my Hemi and I might be able to convince "Management" that it is absolutely necessary. Better to spend $7000.00 on the Supercharger or $70,000.00 on a new diesel truck?

 

[bluewoo]

Check your drivers door for pay load sticker and start from there. May want to join a ram forum too.
My truck is 1661 lbs and this was better than my tundra @1200 # payload towing same camper/toy hauler.

 

[asp125]

What style cab? What engine, transmission, rear axle ratio, 2wd or 4x4? Depends on a lot of things, you can tow anywhere between 4000lbs to 8750lbs. See PDF in link.

https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&rct...ing_1500.pdf&usg=AOvVaw2nfFSSMB9UrCpfOA9EQxvr

 

[jaherbst]

Forest river makes a nice 18' Toy Hauler that is easily pulled with a 1500 series truck. Work & Play by Forest River. I owned a 18' a 25' and a 36' all high quality trailers and very livable while on the road. Of course I would not recommend the 25 or 36 for anything less than a 2500 Diesel.

Jack

 

[asp125]

Also consider WHERE you're going to tow. Mostly flatlands at sea level can run heavier weights than in hills or mountains at elevation. We tow in the Rocky Mountain states and I try not to exceed 80% of the max tow rating; so I don't overwork the engine, trans or brakes.

 

[steviep]

It's a 5.7 hemi , 8speed , crew cab , short bed. 4x4 . I got a chance to drive a brand new 2500 , 4x4 diesel with everything at work for about 2 weeks. I tried to convince the wife we needed to upgrade but it didn't work.

 

[Wahrsuul]

Chances are you're in the 8-9k towing range then. I've got an '09 Ram. 25ft is about the limit I'd go with that, and it depends on the model. Don't max out the towing weight, you won't enjoy the ride.

 

[asp125]

It's a 5.7 hemi , 8speed , crew cab , short bed. 4x4 . I got a chance to drive a brand new 2500 , 4x4 diesel with everything at work for about 2 weeks. I tried to convince the wife we needed to upgrade but it didn't work.

Then according to the PDF I linked, you're anywhere between 8K and 10K depending on final drive ratio.

 

[JoshHefnerX]

Those charts I linked have the year and options for just about every vehicle out there. My 05 ram 1500 pulls my FR 23' bumper pull ok - about 8k loaded. Pretty slow in the hills but brakes and steering are actually pretty good, easy/controllable. Fuel mileage though, that's another issue altogether.

 

[Wahrsuul]

Towing mileage sucks with the Hemi, no doubt. He'll do a little better with the 8spd, but using tow/haul mode shuts down MDS and changes the shift point. I believe it also limits top gear.