What is the Towing Capacity of a 2012 Dodge Ram 1500 4.7 Liter Auto with 2-Wheel Drive

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What can my dodge ram 1500 , 2012 , 4.7, quad cab, 2x4 6 spd auto, 6ft bed, tow with 5th wheel hitch

asked by: George S

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I found an online copy of the owners manual for the 2012 Dodge Ram 1500. According to the manual with the 4.7 liter engine, and 2-wheel drive the maximum gross trailer weight can be 7,600 pounds. The payload (the amount of weight the truck bed can hold) is 1,700 pounds.

That means that any 5th wheel trailer would have to weigh 7,600 pounds or less when loaded and ready to tow and have a pin weight of no more than 1,700 pounds.

expert reply by: Michael H

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The tow/haul button will control the transmission on your 2011 Dodge Ram 1500 SLT. It will keep the truck in a higher RPM when engaged, which will keep the torque up to give you more power when towing , especially over hills. It also keeps the…

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Answer 2

All of the aftermarket trailer hitches that we carry for your 2011 Dodge Ram 1500 Bighorn state that they will not fit with a factory installed hitch, however, this typically refers to the factory hitches that hang below the rear bumper. I have heard…

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Without knowing the bed length, which rear gears, trim level, whether the truck is 4x4 or 4x2 and the cab configuration, I wouldn't be able to provide a hard and fast maximum towing capacity because there's too many variables involved, but in…

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For your 2013 Ram 1500 2WD without a factory-installed hitch we offer several options in an aftermarket 2-inch hitch. All are shown on the linked page and their compatibility will vary depending on the specific complement of equipment on your truck.…

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I checked with Ram and for a 2011 Ram 1500 with a 4.7 liter engine the max towing capacity is going to be 7,650 lbs which means that your trailer that would weigh a max of 7,000 lbs would be fine but I'd recommend the use of a weight distribution…

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All of the hitches offered for your 2012 Ram 1500 are for the versions of the truck without a factory hitch. All of these hitches, shown on the linked page, require you to remove the factory hitch. The available options include 2-inch hitches in…

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Thanks for the picture! I checked with Progressive Dynamics the replacement power converter you need for your Parallax Series 7300 Model 7345 is the Replacement Converter for Parallax/Magnetek or WFCO RV Power Centers - 45 Amp item #PD4645V.

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Actually to install the Convert A Ball Adapter part #CAB-C5GX1216 on your trailer you don't have to drill any holes in the pin box plate. Convert-A-Ball states that they guarantee that the adapter will stay in place without drilling holes, but if…

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Answer 9

Hey Garret, I was not able to verify for sure what pin box model your 2021 Coachmen Chapparal Lite 30bhs has so I can't say for certain at the moment. Can you check the pin box on the trailer now and look for a sticker or tag with the model…

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Hey Joshua, thanks for reaching out. That specific offset adapter is not offered as a replacement part. We carry the Convert-A-Ball adapter set #CAB-C5GX1216, but the offset portion is not available on its own. You may want to contact the…

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Hey Bryan, welcome back. For a professional install the etrailer Invisible Base Plate Kit item #e66GV takes right at 3 hours. For a DIY install closer to 6 hours depending on experience level and access to a lift. Most of the front end and some of…

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Hi Mike; I noticed you were looking at a B&W 5th wheel hitch. Is your gooseneck hitch the B&W Turnoverball? The hole for the ball would be square if it is. If so, you can use the B&W Companion #BWRVK3400-5W. However, this is a heavy…

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