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Originally Posted by MarkoPolo
Point well taken Mr. P. I did not directly answer the OP's question. I thought he might appreciate a comparison of 1/2 ton gas vs. 3/4 ton diesel. For what it's worth, I read that a fair number of Eco-boost owners pull 5th wheel trailers. I presume it is over the recommended weight limits and not something I would do. Also, thanks for the insight about sliding fifth wheel hitch. But, you sure are right that a diesel is the way to go if a 5th wheel is for certain in your future.
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You can get an F150 Ecoboost with the HDPayload option (sort of half way between an F150 and a F250). That can get you up to 3000# payload with reg cab. But usually around 2500# with crew cab. Depends upon the options.
And Pin weights on the newer light weight 5th wheels are usually under 1500#. So with a little care, a lot of people on the F150 forums are happily and legally hauling light weight 5th wheels.
Summary: you need an F150 Ecoboost with HD Payload option and a Light-weight 5th wheel.