Can we talk HD Tow one more time?

[LovinPSDs]

The MAX, XL with tow package and no 3rd row (Seems this is an option, not a mandatory) was sold. I asked the dealer if they by chance had a picture of the sticker, we'll see

 

[LovinPSDs]

Here’s an XL Max 4x4 for the win

 

[LovinPSDs]

Forgot to add this one HAD the third row, so 3rd row delete is probably REAL close to 2k

 

[wakeboarder]

These high FX4 numbers just don’t seem correct. Here is my theory.
1. They don’t weigh the trucks to determine the payload.
2. They use the Bill of Material to calculate the weight.
3. An engineer made a mistake and either entered 0 lbs for the skid plates or put them in as a negative number.

I think it would be interesting for an FX4 and a similarly equipped 4x4 to compare curb weights (no cargo, no driver, & full tank) from a truck scale.

 

[Expedition Dave]

If I had to guess (not been under an FX4 yet) the FX4 skid plate package is probably on the "flimsy" side compared to the body armor available on the aftermarket, or compared to say the Dodge Power Wagon (interesting they don't armor the trans pan on it).

 

[Lukewang01]

If I had to guess (not been under an FX4 yet) the FX4 skid plate package is probably on the "flimsy" side compared to the body armor available on the aftermarket, or compared to say the Dodge Power Wagon (interesting they don't armor the trans pan on it).

Can confirm. There's not a lot of plate down there, it's even slotted.

 

[duneslider]

Can confirm. There's not a lot of plate down there, it's even slotted.

I would also guess a lot of the plates are aluminum? So, not much weight at all?

 

[sanman28]

Yes, fleet only. Much like the HD Suburbans...

Interesting

Here’s an XL Max 4x4 for the win

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yeah.....but I'm skinnier than that guy.

 

[grumpyoleman]

Here is mine;

2018 XLT Max 202a pkg 4wd,
No FX4, HD Tow or Pano,
seats 8,
18" wheels,
Payload = 1666,
GVWR 7600,
Front = 3550,
rear = 4200.

 

[rx7gslse]

If I had to guess (not been under an FX4 yet) the FX4 skid plate package is probably on the "flimsy" side compared to the body armor available on the aftermarket, or compared to say the Dodge Power Wagon (interesting they don't armor the trans pan on it).

FX4 also has the HD radiator... that's likely heavier than the skid plates, but could increase cooling capacity?

however, that will come with 18" wheels, w/o power running boards, usually without the pano roof and a whole bunch of other stuff that is heavy... I bet the wheels and tires are a big factor?