What Is the Towing Capacity of a Ford F-150?

Is the Ford F-150 towing capacity a match for your needs at the Des Moines job site? What about the F-150 payload capacity? Find out in the Ford F-150 towing capacity guide from DeYarman Ford Indianola below, then visit us in Indianola to learn more about this exceptional pickup truck and what it can do for you.

2023 Ford F-150 Towing Capacity & Payload by Engine

What is the towing capacity of a Ford F-150? The 2023 Ford F-150 towing capacity maxes at 14,000 pounds, but it varies based on which of the seven engines you choose. Explore the maximum F-150 payload and towing capacity for each engine below to see which one is the best fit for your needs:

3.3L Ti-VCT V6

• 290 hp
• 265 lb-ft of torque
• 8,200-pound maximum towing capacity
• 1,955-pound maximum payload capacity

2.7L EcoBoost® V6

• 325 hp
• 400 lb-ft of torque
• 10,100-pound maximum towing capacity
• 2,465-pound maximum payload capacity

5.0L Ti-VCT V8

• 400 hp
• 410 lb-ft of torque
• 13,000-pound maximum towing capacity
• 3,315-pound maximum payload capacity 

3.5L EcoBoost® V6

• 400 hp
• 500 lb-ft of torque
• 14,000-pound maximum towing capacity
• 3,235-pound maximum payload capacity

3.5L PowerBoost™ Full Hybrid V6

• 430 hp
• 570 lb-ft of torque
• 12,700-pound maximum towing capacity
• 2,120-pound maximum payload capacity

High-Output 3.5L EcoBoost®

• 450 hp
• 510 lb-ft of torque
• 8,200-pound maximum towing capacity
• 1,385-pound maximum payload capacity

High-Output Supercharged 5.2L V8 

• 700 hp
• 640 lb-ft of torque
• 8,200-pound maximum towing capacity
• 1,440-pound maximum payload capacity

2023 Ford F-150 Trailer Tow Package & Heavy-Duty Payload Package

There are a couple of packages required if you want to achieve the maximum Ford F-150 payload and towing capacities: the Max Trailer Tow Package and the Heavy-Duty Payload Package. Here are the details for each one:

Max Trailer Tow Package

• 3.55 electronic-locking rear axle (axle is changed to 3.73 electronic-locking differential if paired with the Heavy-Duty Payload Package)
• 4-pin/7-pin wiring harness
• Upgraded rear bumper
• 36-gallon fuel tank (N/A with 3.5L PowerBoost or 3.0L diesel engine)
• Class IV trailer hitch receiver
• Pro Trailer Backup Assist™ 
• Smart Trailer Tow Connector (includes BLIS® with Trailer Tow Coverage where BLIS® is available)

Heavy-Duty Payload Package

• 3.73 electronic-locking rear axle
• 9.75-inch gearset
• 36-gallon fuel tank
• Upgraded springs
• LT265/70R18C OWL all-terrain tires (A/T)
• 18-inch silver aluminum Heavy-Duty Payload Package wheels

Learn More About the F-150 With DeYarman Ford Indianola

Are you ready to get behind the wheel of this robust pickup and start enjoying the Ford F-150 towing capacity? Select your favorite 2023 Ford F-150 trim level and contact us today to set up your test drive.