Pin Weight and Payload Capacity Difference for 2018 GMC Sierra 3500
Question:
I have a 2018 gmc Denali crew cab my payload is 4450 lbs but my book says pin weight not exceed 5500lbs an my pin weight is 4020 lbs unless I’m missing something this only leaves 430 lbs an I weigh 260 , this is not good !
asked by: Jack
Expert Reply:
So the difference between payload capacity and pin weight capacity is that the fifth wheel hitch setups are bolted directly to the truck's frame which is where their capacity is related to and payload is the truck bed which is made from a much less strong material. That is why your pin weight capacity is 5,500 lbs and your payload is 4,450 lbs. Since you are at 4,020 lb pin weight you would be fine.
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Reese M5 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch - Single Jaw - 20,000 lbs
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