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re: 1/2 ton truck vs 3/4 ton
Posted on 10/19/25 at 7:14 am to droc504
Posted on 10/19/25 at 7:14 am to droc504
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Always go for the heavier duty truck. I would actually recommend going a step further and recommend the F350 or the Chevy equivalent. The price to move up to the 350 is about $1000 or so but what you can tow or haul is almost unlimited
I haven’t looked recently, but last time I did this was very far from true
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Posted on 10/19/25 at 10:11 am to baldona
I think is like $1,800 difference now for the same spec truck.
If you add duals and all the other cool options 1 tons have itll run away on you pretty quickly.
If you add duals and all the other cool options 1 tons have itll run away on you pretty quickly.
Posted on 10/19/25 at 11:27 am to tgerb8
There was zero difference in parking my 150 vs 250. Actually the 250 had more cameras, with the same trim.
I was worried about acceleration, because every 250 I’d seen in the road couldn’t seem to get to 45mph in less than 3/4 of a mile, but that was the drivers.
The one thing I’d caution on is the mono front axle. I’d never experienced nearly the whole truck being thrown around when rolling over a divot on an interstate before that. While the truck wasn’t that much wider than the 150, the axle made driving in the Dallas North Tollway in heavy traffic interesting.
I was worried about acceleration, because every 250 I’d seen in the road couldn’t seem to get to 45mph in less than 3/4 of a mile, but that was the drivers.
The one thing I’d caution on is the mono front axle. I’d never experienced nearly the whole truck being thrown around when rolling over a divot on an interstate before that. While the truck wasn’t that much wider than the 150, the axle made driving in the Dallas North Tollway in heavy traffic interesting.
Posted on 10/19/25 at 11:57 am to baldona
I recently purchased a f350 it was $1,000 more than the f250 with the same options
Posted on 10/19/25 at 3:44 pm to tgerb8
The debate should you go from 3/4 to 1 ton
Posted on 10/20/25 at 8:33 am to tgerb8
I went to a ram 3/4 ton diesel from a tundra. Purchased a horse trailer and the tundra was getting pushed more than I was confortable with and that was without a horse in it.
I have 100k miles on it now (purchased with 66k miles) and havent had any issues with the driveline. The heated steering wheel went out and had to fix that. It tows so much easier. It gets about 17 to 18 mpg. I knew the maneuverability would be a little less but I dont do a lot of driving in cities that requires tight turns. If your expectation is for it to feel like a half ton you'll be disappointed. But I really like the trade off in the switch.
I have 100k miles on it now (purchased with 66k miles) and havent had any issues with the driveline. The heated steering wheel went out and had to fix that. It tows so much easier. It gets about 17 to 18 mpg. I knew the maneuverability would be a little less but I dont do a lot of driving in cities that requires tight turns. If your expectation is for it to feel like a half ton you'll be disappointed. But I really like the trade off in the switch.
Posted on 10/20/25 at 11:46 am to tgerb8
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Bought a tractor recently that I can't (safely) pull with a 1/2 ton. Don't really need to regularly except for maintenance though (once every two years or so).
I have a Deere 5075E with cab. Bought it new in '21. My dealership will either come to my land and service it or come and pick it up on a truck and trailer and service at their shop.
Picking it up is actually cheaper some how.
I have a '22 Tundra. 2 yrs ago the alternator in my son's '12 Sequoia went out and my FIL had someone that could fix it. No one here could have gotten to it for a month at the time. He has a car hauler trailer and I went to get it and loaded up the Sequoia and pulled in to his shop 90 min away. Tundra did fine pulling it (6000 lbs). That is about all I would want to try and pull with it though. The tractor is close to 7500 with the bucket.
Also, I looked at 3/4 ton a few years ago, when I bought my Tundra. I have two 2 car garages that face each other in a parking court. So, leaving it outside wasn't really an option and it would not fit in my garage as it's was too long.
Posted on 10/20/25 at 1:00 pm to bbvdd
Got my 24 F250 with the heavy springs and it's a kidney bruising ride, that's probably where most folks are complaining about the ride. If I had it to do over, I'd get the normal springs and air bag it. MY Bil's F350 doesn't ride as rough as mine so do pay attn to what springs you're getting.
Posted on 10/21/25 at 5:58 am to tgerb8
I drive an F150. Never really needed to own a 250, I just borrow one from an uncle or cousin when needed.
I’ve always thought the 250 was the better looking truck.
I’ve always thought the 250 was the better looking truck.
Posted on 10/21/25 at 7:12 am to tgerb8
There is no way I would buy a 3/4 ton to use once every 2 years, buy a half ton and pay someone to transport your tractor, how far away is the dealership anyway? I am about 25 miles and they pick up and deliver as a courtesy and have never charged me
Do you already have a trailer for the tractor , if so, surly you have a buddy that would hook up and run it to town for you or let you borrow thier truck for a day
If you don’t have a trailer then more reason not to buy a 3/4 ton
Now if you just “want “ a bigger truck, go ahead, I might disagree with your decesion making but get what you want
Do you already have a trailer for the tractor , if so, surly you have a buddy that would hook up and run it to town for you or let you borrow thier truck for a day
If you don’t have a trailer then more reason not to buy a 3/4 ton
Now if you just “want “ a bigger truck, go ahead, I might disagree with your decesion making but get what you want
This post was edited on 10/21/25 at 7:37 am
Posted on 10/21/25 at 4:19 pm to baldona
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Do tractor dealerships not have pick up options?
This is a good point. They delivered it. I never really thought about them coming back to pick it up for service but that may definitely be something they do.
it's a Kioti NS4710 (with cab). it weighs in around 4000 with loader. I'd prefer to pull it with the bucket and maybe the brush hog which would add a good bit. it would probably be doable with a 1/2 ton but I'd be hesitant.
After looking around again though I've definitely swung back to the 1/2 ton side of things. I think I was hasty with my previous assessment of the price difference being negligible.
My wife not letting the camper dream die without serious guilting is the only thing keeping the decision from being absolutely final. lol.
This post was edited on 10/21/25 at 4:40 pm
Posted on 10/21/25 at 5:19 pm to BoogaBear
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This is horrible advice, ignore it.
If you tow anything of any size regularly, the 3/4 ton is worth it. The payload on a 1/2 ton is going to be around 1,500 lbs.
I'm sorry I actually read the post where he said once every TWO YEARS.
Posted on 10/21/25 at 5:29 pm to X123F45
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I'm sorry I actually read the post where he said once every TWO YEARS.
So going double or triple over your vehicles stated payload is fine as long as it's only every couple of years?
You can make any argument you want on why he doesn't need a 3/4 ton, but saying that it's safe to pull 15k lbs with a half ton no matter the frequency is fricking retarded.
Posted on 10/21/25 at 8:23 pm to BoogaBear
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saying that it's safe to pull 15k lbs with a half ton no matter the frequency is fricking retarded.
You would be horrified to learn what I'm legally allowed to tow in Louisiana within 50 miles of the house.
I used to have a gif towing an 07ish f250 and a tandem axle box trailer that was around 12k loaded.
Kept it under 55 and let the trailer brakes do all the work.
But even I realized it was wild enough to get pics.
You want to see real sketchy towing? Midsize suv guys will make you shake your head in disbelief
This post was edited on 10/21/25 at 8:32 pm
Posted on 10/22/25 at 2:24 pm to tgerb8
You have a 4k tractor, add 1k for the attachments and 2 k for the trailer. That is 7k total. Set up with weight distribution hitch that should be 1100-1400lbs of tongue weight. My F150 has a payload of 1700lbs.
I would be comfortable pulling your set up for short distances on rare occasions with good brakes on the trailer.
All of this changes if you keep a external tank or heavy items in your bed or always carry several people with you.
I would be comfortable pulling your set up for short distances on rare occasions with good brakes on the trailer.
All of this changes if you keep a external tank or heavy items in your bed or always carry several people with you.
Posted on 10/22/25 at 3:59 pm to tgerb8
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Bought a tractor recently that I can't (safely) pull with a 1/2 ton. Don't really need to regularly except for maintenance though (once every two years or so).
Was originally doing it to be able to pull a camper but that idea kind of faded and the idea of the 3/4 ton didn't. And I'm reassessing.
Im similar to this. I drive a 1/2 ton daily but have a 2003 f450 at the farm for towing.
Tractor weighs 14k so I went with a gooseneck. Truck rated for 20k
Posted on 10/25/25 at 12:51 am to nogoodjr
It's a 4K tractor, evey half ton on the market is pulling thay easy.
No need for a 3/4 to pull it twice a year.
No need for a 3/4 to pull it twice a year.
Posted on 10/25/25 at 6:43 am to armsdealer
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Absolutely horrible as a daily driver. What are you towing that needs more than a 1/2 ton?
I test drive one last year. I didn’t like the ride. And I possess the parking ability of a 75 year old Vietnamese lady. So I was out.
Posted on 10/25/25 at 8:42 am to tigerfoot
If dealerships don’t offer this, it sure seems like a business where an old guy could hustle some money. So many retired guys with f250s and f350s sitting around rarely used.
I wonder if those commercial hauling websites do this? Do they have a minimum? Like ask for a bid to take your tractor 20 miles down the road?
ETA: or hell the dealerships should have some guys put a card in their office old school style.
I wonder if those commercial hauling websites do this? Do they have a minimum? Like ask for a bid to take your tractor 20 miles down the road?
ETA: or hell the dealerships should have some guys put a card in their office old school style.
This post was edited on 10/25/25 at 8:44 am
Posted on 10/25/25 at 10:22 am to baldona
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the dealerships should have some guys put a card in their office old school style.
Most do.
The problem is liability.
Our local dealer is 110 miles away. They delivered the tractor for free.
7400lb tractor and implements....delivered on a single axle trailer.
I was just shaking my head.
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