I am interested in the new Ram 1500 limited in 4WD with the diesel V6. In a video I saw someone look at the sticker in the door jam and it said the payload capacity was 1100 lbs. My Lance travel trailer has a 720 lb dry hitch weight. Basically with just the trailer and my family we are at or near the 1100lb limit. I would most likely be several hundred lbs over the limit the majority of our travels. Is that dangerous or does it just mean I'll be harder on the drivetrain and suspension components? I'm looking for a small truck capable of towing our trailer safely. Anything larger than a 1/2 ton won't fit in my garage. Thoughts and ideas?

Chris

 

Realize the Ram is a preference but it has a low payload at 1,100 pounds. The Chevrolet 1500 3.0 v-6 diesel has a Payload of 1870-2280 pounds, towing capacity of 9300 pounds.

You Do Not want to go over payload. By the time you add passengers, load the truck with camping gear, fill propane tanks, you will be at or Over Payload, it adds up fast.
I have the R3 anti sway hitch with load leveling, makes a big difference with payload.
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