Ford Truck & SUV Towing Capacity Guide in Sturgis, MI
Ford Towing Hub: Discover the Towing Capacities of New Ford Trucks & SUVs
Whether you're pulling a camper, boat, flatbed trailer, enclosed cargo trailer, utility trailer, or something in between, there's a new Ford vehicle with the towing capability you seek. At Auto Park Ford of Sturgis, we understand the trailering needs of locals - on both sides of the Michigan-Indiana state line. That's why we've put together a comprehensive Ford towing capacity research guide. Gain insight into the towing ratings for all Ford truck and SUV models as you shop. Towing capacities vary by the Ford model, configuration, and engine you select. Find out which Ford model is the perfect fit for your towing demands.
Ford Trucks
Towing Capacities of New Ford Trucks
- Ford F-150: 13,500 pounds
- Ford Super Duty®: 40,000 pounds
- Ford Ranger: 7,500 pounds
- Ford Maverick: 4,000 pounds
- Ford F-150 Lightning: 10,000 pounds
Ford Super Duty® Towing Capacities by Engine
- 6.8-liter gas V8 engine: 18,900 pounds
- 7.3-liter gas V8 engine: 22,500 pounds
- 6.7-liter Power Stroke® V8 Turbo Diesel engine: 38,600 pounds
- 6.7-liter High Output Power Stroke® V8 Turbo Diesel engine: 40,000 pounds
Ford F-250 trucks have a conventional towing rating of 22,000 pounds, which increases to 23,000 pounds for fifth-wheel and gooseneck towing. Step up to the Ford F-350 for a truck that tows 25,000 pounds conventionally in a SRW (Single Rear Wheel) configuration. DRW (Dual Rear Wheel) models haul up to 28,000 pounds. F-350 fifth-wheel and gooseneck towing figures jump to 27,400 pounds in a SRW layout. A F-350 DRW model hauls gooseneck trailers up to 38,000 pounds and fifth-wheel trailers as heavy as 35,000 pounds.
Haul trailers with a Ford Super Duty® and benefit from remarkable diesel towing power. The 6.7-liter High Output Power Stroke® V8 Turbo Diesel engine delivers 1,200 pound-feet of torque to unlock a 40,000-pound maximum towing capacity for the F-450. Ford F-350 trucks boast a maximum payload rating of 8,000 pounds.
Ford F-150
Have a new Ford F-150 haul your boat, camper, or work trailer with ease, thanks to a 13,500-pound towing rating. The six F-150 engine options have varying towing capacities. The 3.5-liter EcoBoost® V6 engine delivers 500 pound-feet of torque and unlocks the best-in-class maximum towing capacity of 13,500 pounds for the F-150. The 2.7-liter EcoBoost® V6 engine can tow 8,400 pounds. Pull up to 11,600 pounds with the 3.5-liter PowerBoost® Full Hybrid V6 engine.
Ford F-150 trucks powered by the 5.0-liter Ti-VCT V8 engine offer 12,800 pounds of max towing capability. The 5.2-liter supercharged V8 engine has an 8,700-pound towing rating, while the High Output 3.5-liter EcoBoost® V6 engine is rated to tow 8,200 pounds. Trucks in the F-150 lineup have a standard Class IV trailer hitch. Ford F-150 trucks can handle a payload of 2,440 pounds, which also ranks best-in-class.
Ford Super Duty® - F-250, F-350, F-450
If you're hauling a fifth-wheel camper, a long gooseneck flatbed, a heavy equipment trailer, or something in between, a truck from the new Ford Super Duty® lineup is the perfect towing fit for you. New Ford Super Duty® trucks tout a maximum towing capacity of 40,000 pounds (F-450). Note that Ford Super Duty® towing capacities vary widely by the cab size (Regular Cab; Super Cab; Crew Cab), box length, configuration (SRW; DRW), and engine you choose from our new inventory.
Ford Ranger
The new Ford Ranger can handle everyday towing demands, thanks to 430 pound-feet of max available torque. Haul trailers as heavy as 7,500 pounds with the Ford Ranger, thanks to the mid-size truck's durable, high-strength steel frame and solid rear axle. The 7,500-pound towing capacity is for both the 2.3-liter EcoBoost® four-cylinder engine and the 2.7-liter EcoBoost® V6 engine. The Ford Ranger can come equipped with an available Trailer Tow Package or Advanced Towing Package. Transporting materials? A Ford Ranger can take on a payload of 1,767 pounds.
Ford Maverick
Despite the compact size, new Ford Maverick trucks have a 4,000-pound maximum towing capacity, courtesy of the EcoBoost® turbocharged gas engine. Add the 4K Tow Package when you shop at our Ford dealership in Sturgis, MI. The Ford Maverick has a standard towing capacity of 2,000 pounds, even with the hybrid engine. A Ford Maverick has a payload capacity of 1,500 pounds.
Ford F-150 Lightning
Tow on electric power with the new Ford F-150 Lightning. The Ford electric truck has a maximum towing capacity of 10,000 pounds, and the Max Trailer Tow Package is needed. A F-150 Lightning with the Extended Range Battery has a towing capacity of 7,700 pounds. Electric motors deliver near-instantaneous torque for incredible towing power.
Ford SUVs
Towing Capacities of New Ford SUVs
- Ford Expedition: 9,600 pounds
- Ford Explorer: 5,000 pounds
- Ford Bronco: 4,500 pounds
- Ford Bronco Sport: 2,700 pounds
Ford Expedition
The Ford Expedition is respected among full-size SUVs for its memory-making towing capability. A new Ford Expedition can tow up to 9,600 pounds. The 3.5-liter EcoBoost® V6 engine delivers 480 pound-feet of torque for strong trailer-towing capability. The standard Heavy-Duty Trailer Tow Package allows you to pull your boat or trailer with confidence.
Expedition towing capacities vary by drivetrain. The 4x2 Expedition models have a 6,000-pound towing capacity. Choose a 4x4 Expedition model for an impressive 9,600-pound maximum towing capacity. Note that the Ford Expedition MAX has a maximum towing capacity of 9,000 pounds.
Ford Explorer
Haul what matters behind your new Ford Explorer, as the mid-size SUV has a 5,000-pound towing rating. The standard Class III Trailer Tow Package has the same towing capacity, whether you select a Ford Explorer with the 2.3-liter EcoBoost® four-cylinder engine or the 3.0-liter EcoBoost® V6 engine.
Ford Bronco
Hauling a trailer on your off-road expeditions? Consider the new Ford Bronco, which has a maximum towing capacity of 4,500 pounds. This towing figure is reserved for the off-road-focused Bronco Raptor. Most Bronco models tow 3,500 pounds. Be sure to add the available Trailer Tow Prep Package.
Frequently Asked Questions About Towing
That title belongs to the Ford F-450 Super Duty®, which has a towing capacity of 40,000 pounds.
The Ford Expedition is the lineup's best SUV for towing, as the 9,600-pound capacity can help you pull a boat, camper, or family trailer.
Yes. The Ford F-150 has the highest towing capacity in its class, maxing out at 13,500 pounds.
The engine, axle ratio, drivetrain, and configuration (DRW or SRW for select Ford Super Duty® trucks) are the biggest factors in determining a model's towing capacity. Trailer Tow Packages also play a role. Ford trucks with diesel engines are built to haul heavier trailers. That's because diesel engines deliver enhanced torque ratings.
This towing hub is an informational resource for Ford owners and prospective buyers with trailering needs. The experienced sales team at Auto Park Ford of Sturgis can offer more detailed towing information on the Ford model you're interested in. Our Ford dealership in Sturgis, MI, is conveniently located just north of I-90 and the state line. We offer a commercial vehicle inventory featuring incredible towing machines. You can also custom order a new Ford truck or SUV to match your towing preferences.
Explore the Ford Lineup at Our Dealership
The new inventory at Auto Park Ford of Sturgis has plenty of towing-friendly vehicles. We invite you to explore the new Ford lineup. Research new Ford trucks to find your next towing partner. Families can research new Ford SUVs with considerable towing capacities. Test drive these new Ford models to narrow your towing list.
Shop Ford Lease Deals & Specials
At Auto Park Ford of Sturgis, we provide new Ford specials and incentives so you can haul more for less. Check out Ford lease deals if your towing needs will change in the coming years. Featured new vehicle specials make it easier to upgrade your towing companion.
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