terp393

I purchased a 2016 2500 cummins 2 days ago and can't seem to figure out what he actual payload is I've seen 2-3 different numbers for this anyone care to shed som light on this for me

Busboy

The "Payload" is the difference between what the truck actually weighs compared to the GVWR which is on the drivers door jamb. As all trucks are different weights depending on what options they have the "payload" is also different, the only thing constant is the GVWR. To determine what "your" payload is you need to weigh the truck equipped with all options as it would normally travel with, (hitches, side steps, bush bars, full fuel, passengers, tool box, tools) then subtract that from the GVWR.

terp393

ahh i see gona have to get her on a scale this week and see how much of a heifer she is

gsbrockman

Since it's 10,000 lb GVWR....the actual payload will be less than you think. Can it haul more??? Yes.....but then there's the legal implications.

Is it 2wd...4wd???

Automatic or G56???

Regular Cab or Crew Cab???

Shortbed or longbed???

All of these things affect the payload.

Look for a sticker like the one below on your truck.

10,000 - 1,980 = 8,020 (the truck's weight)