DennisRAM
Junior Member
Hi we are about to purchase our first ToyHauler Fuzion 379 2022. Looking at the numbers I'm starting to get concerned..
Truck:
RAM 3500 SWD 8" box 2022
6.7L Diesel, 6 SPD, 68RFE
3.73 Axle Ratio, GVWR 12300 lb
Payload 4000lb, GCWR 28300
Max Trailer 20000lb
RV:
FUZION 379 2022
UVW 14520
GVWR 17000
Hitch Weight 3155
From what I've heard the hitch weight number given by manufacturers is usually more or less a base value, depending on the amount of real cargo capacity.
This unit has a relatively low cargo capacity. ~ 2400lb
I have concerns that my truck won't be able to pull me and my wife safely, when maxing out the cargo capacity.
Let's say we assume the real hitch weight is 20% over the GVWR 17000lb, that results in a hitch weight of 3400lb.
Adding a 200lb B&W hitch = 3600lb Payload...
Adding passengers 300lb = 3900lb
My concerns are: Is that a safe setup for the passengers, the Truck and overall Rig? Also we have concerns about liability and warranty. Thinking about GVWR of the Truck
e.g....
Would be easier if RV dealers would have a CAT scale
Many thanks in advance!
Best regards,
Dennis
Truck:
RAM 3500 SWD 8" box 2022
6.7L Diesel, 6 SPD, 68RFE
3.73 Axle Ratio, GVWR 12300 lb
Payload 4000lb, GCWR 28300
Max Trailer 20000lb
RV:
FUZION 379 2022
UVW 14520
GVWR 17000
Hitch Weight 3155
From what I've heard the hitch weight number given by manufacturers is usually more or less a base value, depending on the amount of real cargo capacity.
This unit has a relatively low cargo capacity. ~ 2400lb
I have concerns that my truck won't be able to pull me and my wife safely, when maxing out the cargo capacity.
Let's say we assume the real hitch weight is 20% over the GVWR 17000lb, that results in a hitch weight of 3400lb.
Adding a 200lb B&W hitch = 3600lb Payload...
Adding passengers 300lb = 3900lb
My concerns are: Is that a safe setup for the passengers, the Truck and overall Rig? Also we have concerns about liability and warranty. Thinking about GVWR of the Truck
e.g....
Would be easier if RV dealers would have a CAT scale
Many thanks in advance!
Best regards,
Dennis