Ford F-150 Towing Capacity
With the Ford F-150, you can tow your trailer around Delaware, Marion, and Sunbury, OH, hitch a moving trailer to take furniture to your new home, or pull your boat from your driveway to the lake in the summer.
That is because the Ford F-150 offers a towing capacity that ranges from 5,000 to 14,000 pounds. Below, our Byers Ford team explains how you can configure your new F-150 to get the towing capacity you need!
Ford F-150 Engine Options
The towing capacity of the F-150 varies based on the engine you choose to get. With this Ford pickup, there are six different engines to choose from. Standard is a 3.3L V6 engine, which generates 290 horsepower and 265 lb-ft of torque. Here is a look at what the available powertrains offer:
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2.7L EcoBoost® V6 |
325 horsepower |
400 lb-ft of torque |
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5.0L V8 |
400 horsepower |
410 lb-ft of torque |
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3.5L EcoBoost® V6 |
400 horsepower |
500 lb-ft of torque |
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3.5L PowerBoost™ Full Hybrid V6 |
430 horsepower |
570 lb-ft of torque |
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High-Output 3.5L EcoBoost® V6 |
450 horsepower |
510 lb-ft of torque |
As you can see, there is a range of options when it comes to the overall performance of the F-150. You can choose to go with an efficient hybrid engine or maximize power with the high-output EcoBoost® V6.
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Ford F-150 Towing Capabilities
If you stick with that standard 290-horsepower V6 engine, then you’ll be able to tow up to 8,200 pounds when properly configured. This might be enough towing power if you are looking to pull along a camper, utility trailer, or something that falls within that weight.
Are you looking to gain that maximum 14,000-pound towing capacity? Then you will want to get the 3.5L EcoBoost® V6 engine and either the SuperCrew or SuperCab configuration. This could be needed if you are looking to tow larger equipment for construction work, a horse trailer, or a larger camper.
Towing Technology in the Ford F-150
The Ford F-150 also comes with some helpful features that are ready to provide some added assistance as you tow. A few available technologies that are ready to make towing a simpler feat for you include:
- Dynamic Hitch Assist: A part of the rear-view camera system, this will help guide you as you back up your truck to hitch up your trailer.
- Trailer Tow Coverage: With the available Blind Spot Information System, this will be able to help you determine if there is enough space to safely change lanes.
- Pro Trailer Backup Assist™: By simply turning the knob in the cabin left or right, this system will help ensure your trailer goes in the direction you need it to when in reverse.
The F-150 also includes trailer sway control. This can make adjustments when needed so that whatever you are towing stays firmly traveling along your course.
Test Drive the Ford F-150
Does the Ford F-150 have the ability to tow your trailer or equipment around Delaware, Sunbury, and Marion, Ohio? Then that is one crucial box checked off! See if the F-150 has all the other capabilities and features you want by taking a test drive here at Byers Ford. Contact us now to schedule yours.