Ford F150 Towing Capacity Guide
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Ford F-150 Towing Capacity Guide
Six engines, six different towing numbers, from 8,200 lbs to 13,500 lbs. Here’s exactly how each F-150 configuration stacks up.
Key Takeaways
The short version, before we get into the full engine-by-engine breakdown.
The F-150 offers six distinct engine choices, with maximum towing capacity ranging from 8,200 to 13,500 pounds depending on configuration.
The 3.5L EcoBoost V6 delivers the highest maximum towing capacity at 13,500 pounds, but requires the Tow/Haul Package and Max Tow Axle upgrade to get there.
The 5.2L Supercharged V8 in the Raptor R is the most powerful engine at 720 horsepower, though off-road models carry lower towing ratings.
Even the base 2.7L EcoBoost V6 tows up to 8,400 pounds, surpassing the standard Raptor’s 8,200-pound rating.
2025 & 2026 F-150 models earned Car and Driver Editors’ Choice awards, with 2024 & 2025 models also winning IIHS Top Safety Pick honors.
As a family-owned dealership that treats all customers like family, Walt’s Live Oak Ford has long been seen as the best location in North Florida for new and near-new Ford trucks, SUVs, and legendary muscle cars. Whether it’s a new model Ford F-150 where you want to take full advantage of the F-150 towing capacity, or you’re interested in some of our certified pre-owned F-150s, our team is 100% focused on ensuring you have a pressure-free, stress-free Ford F-150 buying and servicing experience.
A Track Record to Match
The Legendary Ford F-150
The Ford F-150 has been the undisputed king of full-size pickups. 2025 marked the 49th consecutive year as America’s best-selling truck. 2026 will be no different, with the Ford F-150 outpacing its nearest competition by approximately 80,000 more trucks sold.
As the must-have full-size pickup, the Ford F-150 has decades of history on its side. The 2025 and 2026 models were named Car and Driver Editors’ Choice Award winners, while the 2024 and 2025 models both took home Top Safety Pick Awards from the IIHS (Insurance Institute for Highway Safety).
2025 & 2026 Car and Driver Editors’ Choice Award Winner
2024 & 2025 IIHS Top Safety Pick Award Winner
Ranked by Max Towing
Towing Capacity Leaderboard
So, what is the Ford F-150 towing capacity? It depends heavily on engine and trim, here’s how all six configurations rank against each other.
3.5L EcoBoost V6
5.0L Ti-VCT V8
3.5L PowerBoost Hybrid
5.2L Supercharged V8 (Raptor R)
2.7L EcoBoost V6
High-Output 3.5L EcoBoost (Raptor)
Engine by Engine
Every F-150 Engine, Compared
Choose Your Ford F-150 at Walt’s Live Oak Ford
It can be somewhat overwhelming trying to navigate all these trims and engine configurations. That’s why our team always goes the extra mile to help customers choose the right Ford F-150 trim based on their needs and what they can afford.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers to the questions F-150 shoppers ask most.
What is the maximum towing capacity of the Ford F-150?
The maximum towing capacity across the F-150 lineup is 13,500 pounds, available with the 3.5L EcoBoost V6 when equipped with the Tow/Haul Package and Max Tow Axle upgrade.
Which F-150 engine has the highest towing capacity?
The 3.5L EcoBoost V6 leads the lineup at 13,500 pounds, followed by the 5.0L Ti-VCT V8 at 12,800 pounds and the 3.5L PowerBoost Full Hybrid V6 at 11,600 pounds.
Does more horsepower mean more towing capacity?
Not necessarily. The 5.2L Supercharged V8 in the Raptor R is the most powerful F-150 engine at 720 horsepower, but it tows less than the 3.5L EcoBoost V6, 5.0L V8, or PowerBoost Hybrid, towing depends on suspension, gearing, and chassis setup as much as raw power.
What’s needed to get the F-150’s maximum 13,500-pound towing capacity?
That figure requires the 3.5L EcoBoost V6 on an XLT SuperCrew 4×4 with a 6.5-foot box, equipped with the Ford Tow/Haul Package and Max Tow Axle upgrade.
Which engines are exclusive to the Raptor and Raptor R?
The High-Output 3.5L EcoBoost V6 is exclusive to the F-150 Raptor, while the 5.2L Supercharged V8 is exclusive to the F-150 Raptor R.
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