Are the Tires on 2011 Ford F-350 Rated High Enough for 6,300 lb Pin Weight on a 5th Wheel Trailer

Question:

I have a 2011 F350 Diesel with michelin tires Lt 275/70 R18 Load Range E 3640 lbs. Are the tires adequate when pulling a 18,000 lb 5th wheel RV trailer. Pin weight is 6300 lbs .

asked by: Geoff

Expert Reply:

The combined capacity of the tires on your 2011 Ford F-350 is 7,280 pounds which is more than enough for the 6,300 pound pin weight of your 5th wheel trailer. The other thing to check is the rear axle capacity. There should be a sticker in the door jamb that has the axle capacity listed.

Also, you will want to consult the truck owner's manual because there may be a specific amount of air pressure to have in the rear tires when towing.

expert reply by: Michael H