nighthawk87
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That's one reason I am confused. The door sticker says payload should not exceed 2095 lbs. But when I go to the Dodge Ram website and enter my VIN number, I get 2450 as max payload. Which do I believe?
The ram website lists the maximum payload if PROPERLY EQUIPPED. it stands to reason that any options installed on a vehicle will add weight, which comes off the rated max GVWR of the pickup. Since ram cannot make a table that explains all possible variables, they make the most general milestones available on the tables with respect to cab and drivetrain.
With that said, this is why you have a sticker. It’s based off the the weight of the truck as scaled after built, then subtract from the GVWR - which for a 2500 is always 10k pounds. The 10k number may be arbitrary based on truck class, but nonetheless, it is the RATING OF THE TRUCK. If you put more than the stickers weight in your truck you will be over 10k pounds - and over its rating.
Does that mean it’s unsafe, no. But just like going 75 in a 65 mph zone may not be unsafe, it’s still going over the limit. The risk, just like speeding, is up to you on how much you want to take.
The other ratings on the 2500 like axles, Tire’s, frame, etc...are not be worried about most of the time.
My 2017 ram 2500 crew cab CTD TRADESMAN has a sticker of 2270 to give you an idea of what those fancy bighorn options cost you in terms of payload.
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