Towing capacity of GM/Ford 3500HD?

[gimpyhauler]

Speaking of a gooseneck or 5th wheel set-up.

I'm talking about Total combined weight.

[DmaxMaverick]

It depends on the specific year and model. The latest of both: 3500HD is comparable to F550. GCWR = 26K.

[gimpyhauler]

I have a guy claiming this from his ford, don't know which model:

~23k trailer + ~9k truck = ~32k

Too heavy for a F550 so what Ford pick-up would this guy need to be legal?

[DmaxMaverick]

F650 or 750, depending on state laws. It would have to spec'd and registered for the weight class, and requires a CDL.

[DmaxMaverick]

Actually....

He'd be much better off with a Freightliner Business Class. They're less costly to buy and operate, offer better powertrains, ride better, more durable, and they're not a Ford.

[justlkn]

mine rolls in at 30,500 lbs GCWR.