Gen III – LM7, L59, LM4, L33
| 5.3L Vortec Gen III Engine Specs | LM7 | L33 |
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| Displacement (cu in / cc): | 325 / 5328 | 325 / 5328 |
| Horsepower: | 285 hp @ 5200 RPM | 310 hp @ 5200 RPM |
| Torque: | 325 lb.-ft. @ 4000 RPM | 335 lb.-ft. @ 4000 RPM |
| Bore and Stroke (in / mm): | 3.78 x 3.62 / 96 x 92 | 3.78 x 3.62 / 96 x 92 |
GM 5.3L Liter V8 Vortec LMF Engine
| Type: | 5.3L Gen IV V8 Small Block |
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| Displacement: | 5328cc (325 ci) |
| Engine Orientation: | Longitudinal |
| Compression ratio: | 9.6:1 |
| Valve configuration: | Overhead valves |
| Regular Cab | Double Cab | Crew Cab |
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| 26 gal. / 98 liters (6' 6” box) 34 gal. / 128 liters (8' box) | 26 gal. / 98 liters | 26 gal. / 98 liters |
The Short Bed is available on all seven trims in the Crew Cab form. You'll have 69.92 inches of length. The Standard Bed is available on all seven trim levels in a Double Cab and Crew Cab version. Here, you'll get 79.44 inches in length.
A ton is 2000 pounds (907.19 kg), so does it follow that a half-ton truck weighs 1000 pounds (453.5 kg)? Actually, the name doesn't refer to the weight of the truck. In fact, half-ton pickups weigh much more than that.
They typically weigh around 5,000 pounds and more recent models can tow around 10,000 pounds.
If you go for the crew cab option within the 3500 line you are looking at an overall
length of 250 in. (6349 mm).
Crew Cab Option 3500.
| Truck | Cab | Bed |
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| 2019 Chevy Silverado 2500HD with 4WD | Double Cab | Long Bed |
| 2019 Chevy Silverado 2500HD with 4WD | Crew Cab | Standard Bed, Long Bed |
It actually is more "HD" than the new bodystyle 2500 of the same year. The 2500 replaced the 6-lug oldbodystyle 2500. The 2500HD replaced your truck. The main differences are that the HD has a larger axle and frame and more options as far a motors and trans.
New Member. The 2500 LD and 1500 HD are the same frame, with different cab/bed configurations. The 2500HD and 3500's have the taller frame.
The RAM 1500 has a maximum towing capacity of 12,750 pounds or a maximum payload of 2,300 pounds. The RAM 2500 has a maximum towing capacity of 19,780 pounds. If one of the main reasons you want to buy a truck is to tow boats or other heavy loads, you'll want to consider the RAM 2500.
While the 1500 badging is commonly associated with the Chevrolet half-ton pickup truck family, the capabilities and construction of the Silverado 1500HD has ultimately allowed it to be considered similarly to a three-quarter ton truck.
Defining the entry-level truck of Chevrolet's heavy-duty line, the Silverado 2500HD is a significantly beefed-up version of the Silverado 1500. Arriving with a stronger frame, a more robust suspension and greater engine power, the result is improved towing and hauling abilities over light-duty pickup trucks.
As a refresher, traditionally a ton is 2,000 pounds, meaning a half-ton truck would have a 1,000 pound payload, three-quarter tons are rated to 1,500 pounds, and one-ton trucks can carry 2,000 pounds of payload.
Best 3/4 Ton Trucks
- 2019 Chevrolet Silverado 3500HD.
- 2019 Ford Super Duty F-250.
- 2019 Ford Super Duty F-350.
- 2019 GMC Sierra 2500HD.
- 2019 GMC Sierra 3500HD.
- 2018 Nissan Titan XD.
- 2018 Ram 2500.
- 2018 RAM 3500. If you want the best-in-class diesel towing capability, you have to choose a 2018 RAM 3500 pickup truck.
Depending on its configurations under the hood, the 1500 model can tow just more than 12,000 pounds. As a heavy-duty pickup truck, the 2019 Silverado 2500 trim naturally has much stronger towing capabilities. This model is powerful enough to handle a trailer that weighs slightly more than 23,000 pounds.
A half-ton or 150/1500 model typically falls under an 8,500-pound GVWR. A three-quarter-ton or 250/2500 model ranges between 8,500 and 9,990 pounds. A one-ton or 350/3500 truck is likely to be 9,900 pounds or more.
Basically, if you want to tow a 5th wheel trailer, the best trucks are going to be long bed 3/4 or 1 tons like a Ford F-250/F-350, Chevy/GMC 2500/3500, or Ram 2500/3500. Half ton trucks could work but are not nearly as capable as the larger trucks.
Overloading your truck can increase the chances of you or another driver becoming injured in an accident. Failure to adequately slow down or control your truck can result in an accident, even if you're simply reacting to a road hazard.
5.3L V8 Engine: Upgrade to a V8 to enjoy 355 hp, 383 lb-ft of torque, and a towing capacity of 11,600 pounds.
In general, a half-ton pickup can hold up to 3000 lbs of payload on the truck bed. A three-quarter-ton pickup can hold up to 4000 lbs of payload on the truck bed. And a one-ton pickup can carry up to 6000 lbs of payload on the truck bed. However, the payload capacity reduced significantly if you are towing a 5th wheel.
gross vehicle weight rating
Now, the Ram 2500 can accommodate a maximum diesel towing capacity of up to 19,780 pounds( Disclosure1) when equipped with the available 6.7L Cummins® Turbo Diesel engine.
Depending on the deck and sleds but you would have close to 1600 - 2000 lbs on the rails and they are not meant for that kind of weight.
In general, a half-ton pickup can hold up to 3000 lbs of payload on the truck bed. A three-quarter-ton pickup can hold up to 4000 lbs of payload on the truck bed. And a one-ton pickup can carry up to 6000 lbs of payload on the truck bed.
Current truck size and weight standards are a blend of Federal and State regulations and laws. Federal law controls maximum gross vehicle weights and axle loads on the Interstate System. Federal limits are 80,000 pounds gross vehicle weight, 20,000 pounds on a single axle, and 34,000 pounds on a tandem axle group.
