3500HD GMC/Chevy or Ford F450?

[mkwl]

Hey Guys-

First off- I know these trucks are in different classes (1 ton versus 1.5 ton). I'm a die hard GM guy at heart, and if GM still made a 4500 truck, I'd jump right on it. However, they don't. So I'm torn between a GMC/Chevy 3500HD and a Ford F450. I'm looking for it to be able to pull 10K everyday without any hiccups. Will load with mulch, leaves, topsoil, and occasionally stone- looking for one with a 10-12' dump body on it.

I guess my question is- is it worth it to go to ford for a "little" weight capability increase? Or are the new GM 3500HD's comparable in actual payload to an F450?

Thoughts? I'd likely be going gas with either as I'm deathly afraid of Ford Diesels and not in love with all the emissions stuff on either the Duramax or Powerstroke Diesels.

Thanks guys

[Jaybrown]

Ram 4500 cummins diesel You can put any box u want on it and the new model comes with the biggest rear ever ! And now 850 ft/pounds of torque !!! That will tow 10 k easily 20 k easily. Inside is all new as well

[Jaybrown]

The price is unbeatable

[mkwl]

I might have to look into the dodges.... not sure I can really/want to swing the extra cost of a diesel though...

[LandFakers]

You are wanting to buy a 3500 gas? The 3500hd will pull 10k everyday, but a diesel in the 3500 will do it with ease, no matter what brand. I like the ram 4500 is a good choice as well.

[bobcat_ron]

Since when did GM stop making the 4500's?
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[jrs.landscaping]

Both trucks will do what you want, I'd go with a diesel if you plan on pulling 10k on a regular basis.

[gallihergreen]

Originally Posted by bobcat_ron

Since when did GM stop making the 4500's?
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2009 was the last year for 'em, BUT rumor has it GM will be debuting a new 1-ton based 4500/5500 Silverado/Sierra with the 2014 HD pickups.
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[mkwl]

Originally Posted by gallihergreen

2009 was the last year for 'em, BUT rumor has it GM will be debuting a new 1-ton based 4500/5500 Silverado/Sierra with the 2014 HD pickups.
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I'll keep my fingers crossed! A Dmax powered 4500 4x4 dump is exactly what I'd want....

[Jaybrown]

Diesel more torque. Very long lasting engines and better fuel economy when hauling.