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Originally Posted by SailRI My wife and I have a dream of an airstream someday, and we've just purchased a 2004 Chevy Express 1500 van. Tow capacity is around 7000 lbs. What size of Airstreams could I safely pull, once we decide to go for one?
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A 19' would be a good limit in recent models. The newer models are heavier than older models of the same length. The earlier 22' Internationals grossed at 5000# and would also be appropriate. You could go to 22' or 23' in older models. but I wouldn't go longer than that. Figure on a gross trailer weight of no more than 75% of your 7000# (5250#) to allow for higher altitudes, loading in the truck, and uphill performance.