Oct 7, 2025
Which Heavy-Duty Truck Tows With More Confidence for Towing around Waupaca, WI - 2025 Ford Super Duty F-350 or Ram 3500?

Stevens Point Auto Center – Which Heavy-Duty Truck Tows With More Confidence for Towing around Waupaca, WI – 2025 Ford Super Duty F-350 or Ram 3500?

When comparing heavy-duty pickups for fifth-wheel campers and equipment haulers, shoppers often ask which truck provides more confidence from hook-up to highway. The short answer is that Ford’s proven trailering tech and top-end ratings give Super Duty® a meaningful edge, particularly for complex backing maneuvers and lane changes under load. Ram 3500’s recent infotainment and drivability updates are welcome, but towing is about the sum of power, control, visibility, and the tools that remove guesswork. This guide walks you through the essentials so your next trip around Waupaca, WI is steady from the first mile to the last.

Start with capability. Super Duty® offers an available best-in-class 40,000-lb diesel gooseneck tow rating when properly configured. That top figure matters for heavy fifth-wheels and gooseneck equipment trailers. Equally important, the TorqShift® 10-speed automatic is tuned for low-speed precision and grade holding, so you feel poised when climbing onto highways, descending hills, or threading a campsite after dark. Ram 3500’s available High-Output 6.7L Cummins® Turbo Diesel I6 paired to a new TorqueFlite® HD eight-speed automatic is strong and refined, but Ford’s blend of ratios and cooling calibration inspires confidence when it’s hot, hilly, or windy.

  • Hook-up confidence: Pro Trailer Hitch Assist™ can automate alignment to your hitch ball or gooseneck, reducing solo stress.
  • Lane-change clarity: Turn Signal Camera View shows what’s alongside the trailer on the center screen as you signal.
  • Situational awareness: The 360-Degree Camera provides an overhead composite view for tight lots and fueling stations.
  • Power on site: 2kW Pro Power Onboard™ keeps tools, jacks, and lights running without packing a separate generator.

Those features work together to minimize uncertainty—especially for newer operators or when you rotate drivers on a trip. Create Trailer Profiles, label them by name, and the systems recall your settings so pre-trip checks and camera views come up exactly how you like. That consistency means fewer surprises when you’re loading a classic car, leveling a fifth-wheel, or backing a snowmobile trailer at dusk.

  1. Assess your trailer weight: Know GVWR and pin weight to choose the ideal axle, hitch, and powertrain configuration.
  2. Match your hitch type: Decide between gooseneck and fifth-wheel hardware and set your Trailer Profiles accordingly.
  3. Leverage camera tech: Use Pro Trailer Hitch Assist™ and the 360-Degree Camera to verify alignment and clearance.
  4. Plan power needs: If you run tools or lighting off-grid, factor 2kW Pro Power Onboard™ into your setup.

Beyond the hardware, support matters. A knowledgeable team can help you map your real-world loads to the right truck specs and demonstrate the systems on-site. That’s how you turn spec-sheet potential into a smoother, safer weekend. With Super Duty®, the ease of aligning a hitch, the confidence of seeing down your trailer’s side as you signal, and the calm of steady grade control all add up to lower fatigue and better outcomes trip after trip.

Stevens Point Auto Center is committed to helping you dial in the best combination for your routine, whether that’s a farm flatbed, a toy hauler, or a multi-axle fifth-wheel. Our advisors will walk you through hitch hardware, axle ratios, and camera settings, then ride along to confirm everything works as intended, serving Plover, Wisconsin Rapids, and Waupaca with clear answers and real demonstrations. With the right setup, you’ll spend less time worrying about mirrors and more time enjoying the destination.

Frequently Asked Questions:

What’s the most important single feature for towing confidence?

For most drivers, Pro Trailer Hitch Assist™ is the biggest stress reducer because it automates alignment and gets you hitched quickly without spotters.

How do I know if I need a gooseneck or fifth-wheel setup?

Gooseneck hitches are common for equipment and livestock due to tighter turning radii and high capacity, while fifth-wheel hardware is popular for RVs; we can help you assess trailer type, expected loads, and turning space to choose correctly.

Can the camera systems help at night or in poor weather?

Yes. The 360-Degree Camera, Turn Signal Camera View, and bed/tailgate lighting enhance visibility for hitching and lane changes after dark or in low-contrast conditions.

Will onboard power actually replace a standalone generator?

With 2kW Pro Power Onboard™, you can comfortably run many tools, jacks, lights, and small appliances at the campsite or job site, simplifying your gear list and setup.

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