How Much Does the Heaviest Pickup Truck Weigh?

Pickup trucks have been around for decades, and their popularity continues to rise. They are great for carrying large loads and towing heavy trailers. But how much does the heaviest pickup truck weigh?

What is the Heaviest Pickup Truck?
The heaviest pickup truck in production is the 2020 Ford F-450 Super Duty. This vehicle has a maximum gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) of 14,000 lbs.

This means that it can safely carry up to 14,000 lbs of cargo and trailer. The F-450 Super Duty also has a maximum payload capacity of 6,350 lbs when equipped with the optional 6.7-liter Power Stroke diesel engine.

Other Heavy Pickup Trucks
The 2020 GMC Sierra 2500HD is another heavy duty pickup truck that has a GVWR of 13,500 lbs and can tow up to 18,500 lbs when properly equipped. The 2020 Ram 3500HD has a GVWR of 14,500 lbs and can tow up to 22,700 lbs when properly equipped. All three of these vehicles are considered heavy duty pickups and are capable of carrying large amounts of cargo and towing heavy trailers.

Factors that Affect Weight
The weight of a pickup truck is affected by several factors such as the size and type of engine, transmission type, body style, bed length, wheelbase length, suspension type, accessories (such as running boards or winches), cargo weight and more. Some pickups come with additional features such as four-wheel drive or off-road packages which will add additional weight to the vehicle’s overall weight rating.

Conclusion
In conclusion, the heaviest pickup truck currently in production is the 2020 Ford F-450 Super Duty which has a GVWR of 14,000 lbs. Other heavy duty pickups include the 2020 GMC Sierra 2500HD which has a GVWR of 13,500 lbs and the 2020 Ram 3500HD which has a GVWR of 14,500 lbs. The overall weight of these vehicles is affected by several factors including engine type, body style, accessories and more.

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Karen Watkins