Ford F-150 Towing Capacity
To get the full picture of the Ford F-150, you need to learn what the towing capacity is. Then you’ll feel free to travel the roads near Plymouth, Livonia, and Belleville, Michigan, with a load securely attached to your truck. Blackwell Ford can be your resource for finding out all about this popular truck’s attributes, so let’s get started.
Ford F-150 Performance
Call the Ford F-150 collection of robust engines the lucky seven because that’s how many you can depend upon.
Three different kinds of 3.5L engines can be found under the hood of the F-150. You have the PowerBoost™ full hybrid V6 engine, the EcoBoost® engine, and the twin-turbo High-Output EcoBoost® engine. Check the chart for the horsepower and torque that’s available in each.
3.5L Engine | Horsepower | Torque |
PowerBoost™ full hybrid V6 | 430 | 570 lb-ft |
EcoBoost® V6 | 400 | 500 lb-ft |
Twin-Turbo High-Output EcoBoost® | 450 | 510 lb-ft |
Four other engines can be chosen if you prefer. The standard 2.7L EcoBoost® V6 engine produces 325 horsepower with 400 lb-ft of torque.
These available engines range in power, and you can decide what’s right for you.
Engine | Horsepower | Torque |
3.3L TI-VCT V6 | 290 | 265 lb-ft |
5.0L TI-VCT V8 | 400 | 410 lb-ft |
5.2L Supercharged V8 | 700 | 650 lb-ft |
The last engine exclusively appears in the F-150 Raptor, so if that’s your jam to usurp all that power, go for that trim.
Ford F-150 Towing Capacity
Depending on the engine you choose for your Ford F-150, you may experience different towing capacities. If you want the maximum towing capacity of all the trims, opt for the 3.5L EcoBoost® V6 engine. It can tow up to 14,000 pounds. It also touts a maximum payload of 3,235 pounds.
Maybe you’re looking for dominance on the road but may not need a massive towing capacity; the Raptor’s engine may provide you enough. It tows a maximum of 8,700 pounds and can carry a payload of 1,400 pounds.
Now let’s take a look at the other four engines and their maximum towing capacities in this chart. Plus, we’ll tell you about the payload that accompanies each engine as well.
Engine | Towing Capacity | Payload |
3.5L High-Output | 8,200 pounds | 1,445 pounds |
3.3L | 8,200 pounds | 1,955 pounds |
3.5L PowerBoost® | 12,700 pounds | 2,120 pounds |
5.0L | 13,000 pounds | 3,315 pounds |
With this wealth of choices, you may need the guidance of one of our sales experts who can tell you more. They can help you identify which engine may be best for your needs, whether you’re hauling equipment for work or a boat to your vacation destination.
Ford F-150 Technology
You know what you’re planning to do with your Ford F-150, so you may be thinking, “What systems could make your towing jobs easier?” The Trailer Sway Control system keeps your trailer steady on the road while you’re traversing tough trails. The Tow/Haul button can swiftly get you into the right gear.
Other systems can be added if their functions are important to you. The available Smart Hitch can hook up your trailer to your truck with a seamless connection. If you’re concerned about driving with your trailer attached, the optional Blind Spot Information System with Trailer Coverage can help you visualize what’s lurking in your blind spot, so that you can stay safe.
Check Out the Ford F-150 Towing Capacity
Look at the whole picture when it comes to buying the right Ford F-150. Now that you know which towing capacity goes with which engine, you can make a better decision on the right one. We invite Plymouth, Livonia, and Belleville, MI, shoppers to come down to Blackwell Ford for a test drive at Blackwell Ford.
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