Neither - 2WD
You know I hadn't really thought about it much but I've only had to use 4x4 on a couple of unimproved/dirt ramps. The rest of the ramps I visit are paved and my truck stays in 2wd for them.
Although having 4x4 as an option if things get slick or if the trailer falls/gets stuck is nice.
Thinking back I'm not sure there is an AWD pickup available. As for 2wd versus 4wd versus Awd I think it boils down to what you own, and what best fits your needs.
Oh and knowing your vehicle's limitations and good tires are a must.
Some times it is not what you drive, but how you drive it. Driver experience can get away with a 2WD over some unknowing 4WD driver. I proved that a lot of times in the muddy roads in the woods. JMHO
Let me also add that there is no "conundrum" as to what's better. There are no "real" tow vehicles (3/4T 1T ) with "AWD"there seems to be a conundrum about which drive is better
Ok I understand. good to know!I tow my 6000lb boat with my F350 Crewcab (DRW) in 2wd.
When I pull the boat out at the dirt ramp, I always pull it out in 4wd (low range) and apply as little throttle as needed ( barely above idle...no more) to get it moving.
Let me also add that there is no "conundrum" as to what's better. There are no "real" tow vehicles (3/4T 1T ) with "AWD"
All the "AWD" vehicles are really 4-wheel drive "cars" (with the viscous coupling in the "middle)
The last "REAL" AWD system put in a "truck" was the (80's) Chev/GMC 1/2T full time system similar to what Jeep used years ago consisting of a "standard" differential installed in the transfer case. Problem was, unless you had lockers [front or back], it was a one wheel drive system if any wheel started spinning.
There was a "LOCK" function in the transfer case but it wasn't recommended on dry pavement. (making it the "same" as any other 4x4 truck system)