04-28-2008, 08:28 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by joshb159
If you read the fine print, yes it may rated at 15,000 lbs, but probably with a weight distribution setup.
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100% correct. The numbers Ford lists are the maximum using a weight distributing set-up. None of them are rated to handle a 8K trailer in weight carrying form...
Here are the specifications for factory '08 Super Duty receivers...
F-250/F-350 Super Duty SRW and F-350 DRW w/5.4L engine (12.5K Receiver - 2")
Weight Carrying - 5,000 lbs. (500 lbs. Tongue)
Weight Distributing - 12,500 lbs. (1,250 lbs. Tongue)
F-350 Super Duty DRW w/6.8L or 6.4L engines (15K Receiver - 2.5")
Weight Carrying - 6,000 lbs. (600 lbs. Tongue)
Weight Distributing - 15,000 lbs. (1,500 lbs. Tongue)
F-450 Super Duty DRW (16K Receiver - 2.5")
Weight Carrying - 6,000 lbs. (600 lbs. Tongue)
Weight Distributing - 16,000 lbs. (1,600 lbs. Tongue)
NOTE... When using the 2.5" to 2" adapter with the 15K or 16K receiver you must follow the 12.5K receiver weight guidelines...
Rear step bumper rating for those who are interested...
Weight Carrying - 5,000 lbs. (500 lbs. Tongue)
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 '04 F-250 Harley-Davidson 6.0L CC SB
Last edited by PowerStrokeHD : 04-28-2008 at 08:44 PM.
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