Crazy max tow ratings are mostly about bragging rights & mean little to us towing TTs. If you are buying a truck to tow a 9k plus TT you would be much better served by a HD. Bread & butter is 6 to 8k for a 1/2 ton towing TTs.
Longer wheel base is good but is it longer tip to tale because they barely fit in many garages now. Lots fit 1/2 tons in a garage but HDs often sit outside. DW wants one that will fit in a garage if it’s to be used for more than camper towing duty.
Payload was needed but sounds like they got at least some through weight reduction. Hope they also raised the GVWR some. Most common model Big Horns end up with like 1,250. If the payload rating goes up by 420 pounds it would help the legalistically minded. Which unfortunately our society is being driven more towards. You don’t see many chevies or ford’s on the lots with the bigger rear axle heavier payload option but it sure helps the internet warriors to spout superiority. Well and those that order their truck that way to stay “legal.”
It does look like a nice truck but they all copy each other so much now with badging, cosmetic features, bells & whistles features.
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Transportr AS & TT Mfg 2 dealr RAM ED factory brake controller tow mirror hitch camera & receiver 1,290/12k, No sway WDH, Adj. hitch, axle 2 frame air bags, tune w turbo brake, SLT Grill, 31.9" load tires, Max ED tow 9,200, GCAR 7,800, Max Ram 1500 GCVW 15,950, truck hitches steer 3,240 drive 2,560
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