IMO the MINIMUM TV for this size TT is the F150 EB w/HD upgrade (payload of 2500+) or entry-level 3/4 ton w/similar payload & towing capacity... Since F150 EB w/HD upgrade are hard to find & go for a premium, IMO an entry-level 3/4 ton offers more bank/buck.
We found a 2 year-old Ram 2500 CC ST w/5.7 Hemi & 3,000 payload for $14,000. With affordable Equalizer 4, it towed our 8,000 lb. (loaded) TT w/(loaded) TW of 1,200 throughout the Smoky Mts. without issue. With family of 5, dog, fiberglass cap & some gear in the back our payload averages 2,500 & our GCVW is just under 15,000.
However, for a 10+K lb. TT or 5er I would consider the Ram 3500 w/6.4 Hemi as an economical choice or diesel 1 ton if your budget allows. I like the idea of having an engine brake w/5+ tons behind me...
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2011 RAM 2500 ST Crew Cab 5.7 Hemi
2011 Primetime 3150BHD Touring Edition
Days camped in 2018- 25
2017- 31; 2016- 36; 2015- 37; 2014- 31
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