Choosing the Right Truck for Your Food Trailer
Selecting the correct truck is important for safe towing and proper performance. Your truck should always have a towing capacity at least 2,000 lbs higher than the estimated equipped weight of the trailer.
Trailer Size & Recommended Truck Guide
8.5 x 16
Estimated weight: 4,720 – 5,200 lbs
Recommended: Half-ton trucks (F-150, Silverado 1500, Ram 1500)
8.5 x 18
Estimated weight: 5,680 – 6,000 lbs
Recommended: Strong half-ton or light ¾-ton truck
8.5 x 20
Estimated weight: 6,400 – 6,900 lbs
Recommended: ¾-ton truck (F-250 / 2500 series)
8.5 x 22
Estimated weight: 7,100 – 7,600 lbs
Recommended: ¾-ton truck minimum
8.5 x 24
Estimated weight: 8,000 – 8,500 lbs
Recommended: ¾-ton or 1-ton truck
8.5 x 36
Estimated weight: 12,020 – 13,500 lbs
Recommended: 1-ton truck (F-350 / 3500 series)
Hitch & Towing Requirements
✔ 8.5 x 16 – 8.5 x 20:
→ 2″ ball hitch
✔ 8.5 x 22 – 8.5 x 36:
→ 2 5/16″ ball hitch
✔ 7-pin trailer connector
✔ Trailer brake controller
✔ Safety chains
✔ Properly rated hitch receiver
Important Information
Trailer weights are estimates and may vary depending on equipment and layout. Always confirm your vehicle’s towing capacity before towing your unit.
