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DetroitDan · 05-02-2011, 10:27 AM

OK, I managed to find some data, it appears the max payload for a 1/2 ton would be only 1450. Considering they have to build in a safety factor, I wouldn't be afraid to exceed this number by 25% or so on a newer truck, but I think I'd go easy on a 65. Although my gut tells me a GM truck that was built to work wouldn't shy away from a few hundred extra lbs.
Interestingly enough, the 3/4 ton is 3550. 2100 lbs more?? Wow.

05-02-2011, 10:27 AM	#6
DetroitDan Registered User Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Epping, NH Posts: 605	Re: 65 GMC questions OK, I managed to find some data, it appears the max payload for a 1/2 ton would be only 1450. Considering they have to build in a safety factor, I wouldn't be afraid to exceed this number by 25% or so on a newer truck, but I think I'd go easy on a 65. Although my gut tells me a GM truck that was built to work wouldn't shy away from a few hundred extra lbs. Interestingly enough, the 3/4 ton is 3550. 2100 lbs more?? Wow. __________________ 1982 Chevy K30 CCLB fleetside. Formerly a cab and chassis, now a fleetside dually with the rear wheels tucked underneath. 454/th400/np205/C14/D60, 6/4 inch LIFT, not drop.