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Jan 13, 2015 | 11:43 AM

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Originally Posted by CR3999!

It also shows that a 4x2 can haul four hundred more pounds the a 4x4. In the fifth wheel category. I wonder why? Seems to me they should be the same. Huummmm

The 2wd does not have a transfer case, front axle, front drive shaft. All that adds weight. A 2wd of the identical engine trans and gearing will always have a better tow rating than its 4wd counter part as its lighter.

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