Which Used Diesel Truck Is Best for Texas Farmers and Ranchers?
Texas farms and ranches can put serious demands on a pickup. So, which used diesel truck is best for Texas farmers and ranchers? At Texas Truck Barn in Fort Worth, TX, shoppers can consider capable used diesel pickups such as the Ford F-250/F-350 Super Duty, Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD/3500HD, and Ram 2500/3500.
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Which Ford Super Duty Features Help with Farm Work?
A used Ford F-250 or F-350 Super Duty equipped with the 6.7-liter High-Output Power Stroke V8 Turbo Diesel can bring substantial muscle to daily chores. Depending on configuration, output reaches 500 horsepower and 1,200 lb.-ft. of torque.
That strength can help pull livestock trailers, equipment trailers, hay wagons, and heavy utility trailers.
Available Pro Trailer Backup Assist and Pro Trailer Hitch Assist can make trailer hookup and backing less frustrating. Onboard Scales with Smart Hitch can monitor bed weight and tongue weight, while BLIS with towing assistance helps provide added awareness around the truck and trailer.
The in-bed power outlets can also provide up to 2 kW of power for tools, lights, pumps, or other equipment in remote work areas.
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How Can a Silverado HD Help Around a Ranch?
A used Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD or 3500HD with the Duramax 6.6-liter Turbo-Diesel V8 can deliver up to 470 horsepower and 975 lb.-ft. of torque.
That muscle is useful for towing stock trailers, horse trailers, tractors, loaded flatbeds, or large equipment.
Available Hitch View helps line up the receiver, while Transparent Trailer View can provide a camera perspective that makes monitoring a compatible trailer easier. The Trailering App can also help with trailer profiles and pre-departure checks.
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Why Consider a Ram 2500 or 3500 Diesel?
The Ram 2500/3500 with an available High-Output 6.7L Cummins Turbo Diesel I6 produces up to 430 horsepower and 1,075 lb.-ft. of torque.
That low-end pulling strength can be handy when hauling hay, feed, fencing supplies, cattle equipment, or machinery.
For Texas farm and ranch duty, choosing the right used diesel ultimately comes down to towing needs, payload, condition, and configuration. Visit us at Texas Truck Farm in Fort Worth, TX, and see for yourself which truck works for you!