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Welcome to our exclusive one-of-a-kind web page showing a quick preview of the best 2017 three-quarter ton trucks listed with diesel engines that includes the important rating details. Additional tow rating resources for other vehicles is found in the "Tow Ratings" menu above.

Important Notes:

1. The vehicles shown below are base models with the highest capacity, and without all the bells and whistles.
2. Therefore, any of the fancy truck's tow ratings will be less than what is shown below.
3. As truck weight increases, the towing capacity will decrease, such as going from a 4X2 to a 4X4 model.
4. Selecting optional gear ratio within the same vehicle will result in significant towing capacity changes. See examples of this on the one ton truck page.
5. We did our best to present similar trucks within each style.
6. Realistic towing capacities are provided by RV Tow Check (RVTC set at 12% TW and 20% PW.)
7. For RVTC, we calculated additional load as follows: 5th wheel hitch—checked, cargo=150 lbs, two passengers=335 lbs.

WARNING! Never tow more than the manufacturer's published rating found in the vehicle owner's manual. Always ensure the hitch system meets the minimum towing weight of the trailer towed and it complies with the manufacturer's requirements.

Notice:
1. All rating information has been taken from published information provided by the manufacturer. Always verify vehicle ratings with the dealer. Ratings are subject to change by the manufacturer without notice. There may be slight differences between manufacturer's online views and PDF files.

2. CC=Crew Cab, DC=Double Cab, QC=Quad Cab

FACT: When comparing with Ford's and Ram's one-ton trucks, their three-quarter ton truck's awesome diesel engine and transmission power combination is robbed by rear end gear ratios of 3.55 and 3.42, respectively.

(Updated 6/28/17)

Ford F250 SD

Cab/Drive	Super Cab 4X2	Crew Cab 4X2	Crew Cab 4X2
Box Length (feet)	8	6.8	8
Wheelbase (inches)	164.2	159.8	175.9
Engine	6.7L PS Diesel	6.7L PS Diesel	6.7L PS Diesel
Gear Ratio	3.31 & 3.55	3.31 & 3.55	3.31 & 3.55
Payload	3,910	3,880	3,640
GCWR	25,700	25,700	25,700
GVWR	10,000	10,000	10,000
GVW (Curb Wt.)	6,818	6,851	7,104
TWR 5th Wheel	17,400	16,800	15,800
TWR Conventional	15,000	15,000	18,000
Realistic towing capacities are provided by RV Tow Check
5th Wheel	12,235	12,070	10,805
Conventional	15,000	15,000	18,000

2017 Ford Towing Specifications

Chevrolet/GMC 2500 HD

Cab/Drive	Double Cab 4X2	Crew Cab 4X2	Crew Cab 4X2
Box Length (feet)	8	6.5	8
Wheelbase (inches)	158.1	153.7	167.7
Engine	6.6L Duramax	6.6L Duramax	6.6L Duramax
Gear Ratio	3.73	3.73	3.73
Max Payload	2,845	2,803	2711
GCWR	25,300	23,500	25,300
GVWR	10,000	10,000	10,000
GVW (Curb Wt.)	7,130	7,172	7,264
TWR 5th Wheel	15,700	15,400	14,800
TWR Conventional	14,500	13,000	14,500
Realistic towing capacities are provided by RV Tow Check
5th Wheel *	10675	10465	10005
Conventional	14,500	13,000	14,500

*Increase over 2016 models. 2017 Chevrolet Specifications

Ram 2500 HD

Cab/Drive	Mega Cab 4X2	Crew Cab 4X2	Crew Cab 4X2
Box Length (feet/inches)	6'4"	6'4"	8
Wheelbase (inches)	160.5	149.1	169.1
Engine	6.7L Cummins	6.7L Cummins	6.7L Cummins
Gear Ratio	3.42	3.42	3.42
Payload	2,340	2,690	2,540
GCWR	25,300	25,300	25,300
GVWR	10,000	10,000	10,000
GVW (Curb Wt.)	7,657	7,311	7,458
TWR 5th Wheel	17,170	17,510	17,370
TWR Conventional*	18,000	18,000	18,000
Realistic towing capacities are provided by RV Tow Check
5th Wheel	8,040	9,770	9,035
Conventional	15,483	17,504	17,141

*Conventional TWR is based on the Class V receiver hitch. 2017 Ram Towing Specs

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Additional notes:

1. Conventional trailer tongue weight should be 10% to 15% of total loaded trailer weight and not exceeding the installed hitch assembly. The addition of trailer tongue weight must not cause vehicle to exceed rear gross axle weight rating (RGAWR) or gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR).
2. Fifth-wheel or gooseneck kingpin weight should be 15% to 25% of total loaded trailer weight. The addition of trailer kingpin weight cannot cause vehicle to exceed rear gross axle weight rating (RGAWR) or gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR).
3. The towing vehicle's brake system is rated for operation at the GVWR - NOT GCWR. Separate functional brake systems should be used for safe control of towed vehicles and for trailers weighing more than 1,500 lbs. when loaded.
4. These ratings can be found on the certification label located on the driver door or door frame.
5. Read "Before You Buy RV..." for additional information.