I am getting a 2006 Dodge Ram 3500 CTD: 4x4, 6 speed G56, DRW, Big Horn, SLT, Quad Cab and have a 25 ft Gooseneck (20K max) dual tandem axel trailer. I want to haul my 310 SG John Deere backhoe which is about 16k lbs. How close is this getting to being too much of a load for my truck.

 

Look at the performance and accessories 3rd gen and find the thread titeled pulling a dozer. I'm sure you will find alot of use full info in that thread. Its a couple of days old

 

Thanks the thread was right on the money