Payload Confusion - Need Help

[cerrmj]

I just ordered a new truck camper - will weigh approx 3500lbs loaded. I really want a new RAM 3500 4x4 SWD Gas Shortbed (Limited or Limited Longhorn). However, I'm having no luck finding a payload number I can trust. The RAM payload calculator page shows 3750 for the Limited and 3850 for the Limited Longhorn. However when I look at the model comparison page it shows very different numbers of 3310 for the Limited and 3380 for the Limited Longhorn - which will not be enough payload for the camper. (pics attached) Both webpages have the (*) next to the number with the "when properly equipped" disclaimer. I don't want to roll the dice and order a 70k truck and then look at the sticker on the door jam and find out it won't handle my camper. I did visit a dealer and talked to the "1 ton truck guy" there and he just pointed to the website numbers and shrugged his shoulders. Besides hauling the camper, this needs be my daily driver and I need to park it in my garage - so that is the reason for the SWD gasser. I've done ton of googling and can't find any reliable information and of course right now there are no similar trucks on dealer lots to look at the payload sticker.

Does anyone have a very similar truck to what I'm looking at and could you look at your payload sticker and let me know what the actual payload number ended up being?

I really appreciate any help. I can't believe how hard this is.

 

[20GladRubicon]

I just ordered a new truck camper - will weigh approx 3500lbs loaded. I really want a new RAM 3500 4x4 SWD Gas Shortbed (Limited or Limited Longhorn). However, I'm having no luck finding a payload number I can trust. The RAM payload calculator page shows 3750 for the Limited and 3850 for the Limited Longhorn. However when I look at the model comparison page it shows very different numbers of 3310 for the Limited and 3380 for the Limited Longhorn - which will not be enough payload for the camper. (pics attached) Both webpages have the (*) next to the number with the "when properly equipped" disclaimer. I don't want to roll the dice and order a 70k truck and then look at the sticker on the door jam and find out it won't handle my camper. I did visit a dealer and talked to the "1 ton truck guy" there and he just pointed to the website numbers and shrugged his shoulders. Besides hauling the camper, this needs be my daily driver and I need to park it in my garage - so that is the reason for the SWD gasser. I've done ton of googling and can't find any reliable information and of course right now there are no similar trucks on dealer lots to look at the payload sticker.

Does anyone have a very similar truck to what I'm looking at and could you look at your payload sticker and let me know what the actual payload number ended up being?

I really appreciate any help. I can't believe how hard this is.

3500 lbs loaded???

 

[Richard320]

You'll probably have better luck asking at https://hdrams.com

 

[cerrmj]

3500 lbs loaded???

Yes 3500lbs loaded.

 

[cerrmj]

You'll probably have better luck asking at https://hdrams.com

Thanks for the referral. I see now this is for the 1500. Sorry - new to the forums....

 

[20GladRubicon]

Yes 3500lbs loaded.

I must be missing something here. That puts your tongue weight at approximately 420 lbs. Could easily be towed with a 1500 series. You will have no problem at all to say the least!!!

 

[Eighty]

Perhaps you should clarify. Are you putting on a 3500 camper shell (topper), or pulling a 3500 lb trailer?
I can’t imagine what a 3500 lb topper would look like.
If it’s a trailer, then no problem. You could pull two of those with a 1500.

 

[Eighty]

So you want to tow a camper!

The first thing you need to do is decide which camp you fall in. The best camp to be in is to own neither the truck or the camper. This allows you to research and keep feelings out of your decision. This allows you to easily sit back and learn the process. The next camp is owning the truck or...

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[devildodge]

I must be missing something here. That puts your tongue weight at approximately 420 lbs. Could easily be towed with a 1500 series. You will have no problem at all to say the least!!!

He is talking about a slide in camper

 

[devildodge]

Perhaps you should clarify. Are you putting on a 3500 camper shell (topper), or pulling a 3500 lb trailer?
I can’t imagine what a 3500 lb topper would look like.
If it’s a trailer, then no problem. You could pull two of those with a 1500.

He was pretty clear. A truck camper. A slide in camper. Goes in the bed of the truck.

This is something very few 1500s can handle, so not very popular here...but he will find many at HDRAMS. The payload struggle does not stop with the half ton lol

 

[AMS Guru]

I just ordered a new truck camper - will weigh approx 3500lbs loaded. I really want a new RAM 3500 4x4 SWD Gas Shortbed (Limited or Limited Longhorn). However, I'm having no luck finding a payload number I can trust. The RAM payload calculator page shows 3750 for the Limited and 3850 for the Limited Longhorn. However when I look at the model comparison page it shows very different numbers of 3310 for the Limited and 3380 for the Limited Longhorn - which will not be enough payload for the camper. (pics attached) Both webpages have the (*) next to the number with the "when properly equipped" disclaimer. I don't want to roll the dice and order a 70k truck and then look at the sticker on the door jam and find out it won't handle my camper. I did visit a dealer and talked to the "1 ton truck guy" there and he just pointed to the website numbers and shrugged his shoulders. Besides hauling the camper, this needs be my daily driver and I need to park it in my garage - so that is the reason for the SWD gasser. I've done ton of googling and can't find any reliable information and of course right now there are no similar trucks on dealer lots to look at the payload sticker.

Does anyone have a very similar truck to what I'm looking at and could you look at your payload sticker and let me know what the actual payload number ended up being?

I really appreciate any help. I can't believe how hard this is.

I assume you're referring to a slide-in camper? Which cab are you considering? (MegaCab or Crew Cab?) The Stellantis Commercial Body Builder website probably has the best and most accurate information on payload and tow ratings. According to the chart on that site the MC is rated for 4340# payload and the CC is rated for 4250# payload. Tow capacity is dependent upon the axle ratio chosen. It might be slightly less for the Limited trims. Your dealer's commercial truck manager should be able to obtain the exact specs for you.

 

[devildodge]

@cerrmj

I see you already found out that you nees our sister site www.HDRAMS.com

When you get there.

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