Travel trailers offer less vertical height than a fifth wheel does. Because the fifth wheel hitch is higher, they are taller than most travel trailers. This can lead to a spacious, more comfortable living space. When traveling in areas with low clearances, a travel trailer is going to be a better option.

5,000 lbs

Here is the list of 7 of the best 1/2 ton trucks for towing travel trailers:

• 2020 Ford F-150 half-ton.
• 2020 Chevrolet Silverado.
• 2020 Dodge Ram 1500.
• 2020 GMC Sierra Limited.
• 2020 Toyota Tundra.
• The 2020 Nissan Titan XD.

1. Ford F-150. If you are searching for a half-ton pickup truck to tow a travel trailer, Ford F-150 is the most popular one and one of my favorite as well. The vehicle not only provides outstanding stability but also has a backup assistance feature that is optional.

Chevy Silverado 1500 can tow or pull a travel trailer. The towing capacity of Chevy Silverado 1500 is up to 13,400 lbs. The best travel trailers for towing with Chevy Silverado 1500 is Airstream Flying Cloud, Coachmen Freedom Express, and Cruiser 2450RK.

The short answer is that most modern-day F-150s can safely pull a travel trailer that weight around 5,000 to 8,000 pounds with gear, depending on the engine, rear-axle ratio and addition of available options.

The Chevrolet Silverado 3500HD is the most powerful towing vehicle in the American brand’s model lineup, a heavy-duty pickup truck capable of pulling up to 36,000 lbs. It’s ready for the toughest jobs, whether it is hauling construction equipment to a work site or transporting the family RV for a weekend of adventure.

For purposes of Find an RV I can Tow, we’ve allowed 1000 lbs for RVs over 8000 lbs, 750 lbs for RVs under 8000 lbs, and 500 lbs for RVs under 5000 lbs for average Cargo Weight. Always confirm your specific tow vehicles towing capacity directly from your vehicle’s manufacturer before purchasing or towing an RV.