When you need to tow up to 14,000 pounds1 while driving a truck that offers the luxury, fun, and safety of a truly modern vehicle, the Ford F-150 towing capacity will rise to the occasion. The Ford F-150 is ready to take on the 2023 model year with best-in-class2 towing power and more trim levels like the luxurious Platinum that’ll get you the truck of your dreams.
See how you can get the maximum Ford F-150 tow capacity of 14,000 pounds1 with our towing guide below. Read up on the engine specs, towing details, and more, then visit Lake Keowee Ford to get a new Ford F-150 or towing equipment.
The Ford F-150 towing capacity is strong in any configuration, but what makes each configuration tow different amounts? The answer is drivetrain strength and the weight of the truck, alongside some unique engineering variances (like on-road 4×2 systems vs. off-road-oriented 4×4 systems).
For strength, consider the engine. The new Ford F-150 is available now with seven engines to choose from:
The Ford F-150 towing capacity ratings seen above are all maximums for the engine. To achieve the maximum, you’ll need to determine the best cab/box and drivetrain configuration available with the engine (a 4×2 drivetrain can typically tow more than 4×4 models). As you can see from the High-Output V-6 and supercharged V-8, engine power doesn’t always translate to towing power.
The Ford F-150 tow capacity can also be affected by gear ratios, interior luxuries, and the addition of the Max Trailer Tow package, which is necessary if you want to tow 14,000 pounds1 with a properly-equipped Ford F-150. Learn more about this Ford F-150 tow package further down the page, and take a look at trim variances with the chart below.
2023 Ford F-150 XL | 2023 Ford F-150 XLT | 2023 Ford F-150 Lariat | 2023 Ford F-150 King Ranch | 2023 Ford F-150 Platinum | 2023 Ford F-150 Limited | 2023 Ford F-150 Tremor | 2023 Ford F-150 Raptor | 2023 Ford F-150 Lightning | |
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Standard Engine: | 3.3L V-6 | 3.3L V-6 | 2.7L EcoBoost V-6 | 5.0L V-8 | 5.0L V-8 | 3.5L PowerBoost Full-Hybrid V-6 | 5.0L V-8/3.5L EcoBoost V-6 | 3.5L High-Output EcoBoost V-6 | N/A – Electric Vehicle |
Maximum Towing Capacity (Standard Engine): | 8,200 lbs1 | 8,200 lbs1 | 10,100 lbs1 | 13,000 lbs1, 4 | 13,000 lbs1, 4 | 12,700 lbs1, 4 | 10,000 lbs1/10,900 lbs1 | 8,200 lbs1 | 10,000 lbs1 |
Maximum Payload Capacity (Standard Engine): | 1,955 lbs3 | 1,955 lbs3 | 2,085 lbs3 | 2,900 lbs3, 5 | 2,900 lbs3, 5 | 1,830 lbs3 | 2,135 lbs/1,770 lbs3 | 1,385 lbs3 | 2,235 lbs3 |
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While we can see that the 2023 Ford F-150 XL towing capacity reaches up to 8,200 pounds1 with the trim level’s standard 3.3-liter V-6 engine, this is far from the highest tow rating that the trim can achieve. For example, when you equip the truck with a Super Cab, an 8-foot box, a 4×2 drivetrain, the 3.5-liter EcoBoost V-6 engine, and the Max Trailer Tow package, you can tap into the best-in-class 14,000-pound2 Ford F-150 towing capacity.
Other configurations in our new Ford F-150 inventory that’ll let you tow 14,000 pounds1 include a Super Cab, a 6.5-foot box, a 4×2 drivetrain, the 3.5-liter EcoBoost V-6 engine, and the Max Trailer Tow package, or that same layout but with a 5.5-foot box.
It’s also worth mentioning that models with the 3.5-liter PowerBoost Full Hybrid V-6 can tow up to 12,700 pounds,1, 4 then drop off the load and deliver up to an EPA-estimated 25/25/25 MPG (City/Highway/Combined).6
As for the Ford F-150 towing capacity in the Tremor and Raptor trim levels, the 4×4 drivetrains and unique off-road upgrades in these trucks are not ideal for towing the most, making them lower-rated for towing. However, these two beasts are the highest-rated models for all-terrain fun, making their still-strong towing capacities a great proposition for weekend adventures.
Our new Ford F-150 Lightning inventory can let you tow 5,000 pounds1 with the Standard Range battery. Equip the Extended Range battery to tow up to 7,700 pounds,1 or add the Max Tow Package to the Standard Range battery for the same 7,700-pound1 towing capacity. Meanwhile, the Ford F-150 Lightning towing capacity can hit 10,000 pounds1 when you select the Extended Range Battery and Max Tow Package.
The Max Trailer Tow Package optimizes your truck to achieve higher Ford F-150 towing capacity ratings. Details vary depending on the engine and trim level, but the core features for this package are as follows:
Whether you want to compare the Ford F-150 vs. Ford F-250 and find the most tow-capable vehicle at our Ford dealership or you know that the F-150 is the right truck for you, our team can help you get into your ideal new Ford truck today. Contact our Ford dealership today to order your Ford towing equipment or learn more about the Ford F-150 towing capacity.
1Max towing varies based on cargo, vehicle configuration, accessories and number of passengers.
2Max towing based on F-150 SuperCab 8’ box and SuperCrew 4×2 with 3.5L EcoBoost in Full-Size Pickups under 8,500lbs. Payload is on F-150 XL Regular Cab 8’ box 4×2 with 5.0L V8. Payload and towing are independent attributes and may not be achieved simultaneously.
3Max payload varies and is based on accessories and vehicle configuration. See label on door jamb for carrying capacity of a specific vehicle.
4Requires Max Trailer Tow Package.
5Requires Heavy Duty Payload Package.
6EPA-estimated city/hwy mpg for the model indicated. See fueleconomy.gov for fuel economy of other engine/transmission combinations. Actual mileage will vary. On plug-in hybrid models and electric models, fuel economy is stated in MPGe. MPGe is the EPA equivalent measure of gasoline fuel efficiency for electric mode operation.