If you’re looking at trucks for sale, you might be wondering what size of truck you actually need for your situation or work. Trucks come in a wide variety of sizes and configurations and are also incredibly versatile. Whether you need a work truck, a truck to tow or haul your toys, a daily driver, or a truck to hit the trails, there’s definitely a truck out there that can meet your needs.
Small and Midsize Trucks For Sale
For the most part, there aren’t any small trucks left on the American market when it comes to new vehicles. Most automakers used to make small trucks, such as the Toyota pickup before it was the Tacoma, but the vast majority of trucks that aren’t full-size trucks are actually considered midsize trucks now. This includes popular models like the Toyota Tacoma, Ford Ranger, Jeep Gladiator, and Chevy Colorado. Midsize trucks typically have tow ratings between 5,000 and 8,000 pounds, which is enough to tow a midsize camper or medium boat.
A midsize truck might be right for you if you’re mostly looking for a daily driver that can occasionally tow or haul smaller to midsize items. Compared to their larger cousins, midsize trucks are better for taking off-road and are more maneuverable in urban driving. They also get better fuel economy and are more affordable.
Full-Size Trucks For Sale
Full-size trucks are what most people who want trucks end up buying. This category includes the most popular vehicle in America the Ford F-150, but it also includes the Chevrolet Silverado 1500, and the Ram 1500, which are plenty popular in their own right. Full-size pickups are generally more popular than midsize trucks due to the jump in towing power. These three pickups usually have a max tow rating between 13,000 and 14,000 pounds depending on the configuration. For the most part, these trucks can tow most standard sizes of boats and campers–all but the largest sizes. They can also haul around 2,000 pounds.
This makes them very versatile for both work and play needs for most people. It’s important to realize that full-size trucks for sale come in a huge array of different configurations, from cab layouts to different size beds, and usually several engine choices. Finding the best one for your needs will take some research.
Heavy Duty Trucks For Sale
The top three truck makers in Chevrolet, Ford, and Ram also make HD trucks. These are usually represented by the Ram 2500 and 3500, the Chevy 2500 and 3500, and the Ford F-250 and F-350. HD trucks can tow a staggering amount. For example, the Ram 3500 can tow over 35,000 pounds in the right configuration. This makes HD trucks largely impractical for the average truck owner, but if you need a work truck that can tow heavy equipment or haul large loads, you will generally need to get an HD truck.
When it comes to choosing trucks for sale, the first thing you’ll want to take into account is if you have something large to tow. If you do, that narrows down your choices considerably. Otherwise, you’ll want to consider where you want to drive the truck and what you need it to do.
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