Ford F-150 Towing Capacity

There’s no tough like Built Ford Tough®, and the F-150 is living, breathing proof. Hickory, Brookford, and Valdese drivers will be astounded at this light-duty pickup truck’s strength and resolve. We want to take this time to tell you about the F-150’s towing and hauling muscle.

What is the Ford F-150 towing capacity? This pickup tows up to 13,200 pounds when properly equipped. Below, our team at Cloninger Ford of Hickory will help you delve into the specs and details!

Exploring the Ford F-150 Towing Capacity

There’s no doubt about it: 13,200 pounds is a lot of weight. With the Ford F-150, you can tow the family boat and all but the heaviest campers. It’s the perfect truck for the worksite and can even conquer steep mountain roads with a trailer in tow. So, how can you configure the F-150 to tow this much?

You’ll need rear-wheel drive, a High-Output 3.5L EcoBoost® V6 engine, and a SuperCrew cab to max out this model’s towing muscle. That engine can generate 450 horsepower and a mind-blowing 510 lb-ft of torque—leaving you muscle to spare for even the toughest tasks.

High torque can be highly valuable when towing. This measurement translates into the kind of low-end power that gets you moving from a stop. You rely on it with a heavy trailer in tow!   

Smart Towing Features in the F-150 Truck

It takes time to master towing in a pickup truck. Fortunately, the Ford F-150 has an easy learning curve, in part due to its smart towing features. When you choose this truck, you’ll find standard and available features such as:

• AdvanceTrac® with Roll Stability Control™ (RSC®)
• BLIS® (Blind Spot Information System) with Trailer Coverage
• Factory-installed trailer brake controller
• Pro Trailer Backup Assist™

AdvanceTrac® with RSC® includes a trailer sway control feature. It will adjust your driving dynamics if it senses your trailer rocking as you make your way around corners. BLIS®, meanwhile, helps you change lanes more confidently in your Ford truck.

Pro Trailer Backup Assist™ is a class-exclusive feature. At the turn of a knob, you can synchronize your truck and trailer as you back up. Just turn it left or right in the direction you want the trailer to go.

Putting that Pickup Bed to Work

Trucks can do more than tow, and the Ford F-150 is no exception. Its bed comes in three lengths (5.5-, 6.5-, and 8-foot measurements), depending on what you need. Plus, several features make it easier to load, unload, and secure your cargo in the truck bed.

A stowable tailgate step helps you get into and out of the bed as you move items around. Box side steps let you access cargo from the sides, in case it isn’t easily accessible from the rear. What’s more, LED box lighting makes it easy to load and unload (and see under your tonneau cover) at night.

How much can the Ford F-150 haul? With a max payload of 3,270 pounds, you can load your Ford truck with lumber, landscaping materials, or anything else you may need for your next project.

Test Drive the Ford F-150 Today

Now that you know the Ford F-150 towing capacity, you’ll be ready to put this light-duty pickup truck to work! Hickory, Valdese, and Brookford shoppers can see the F-150 up close here at our showroom.

We’ll even help you schedule a test drive. Get behind the wheel here at Cloninger Ford of Hickory and see whether this model has everything you need in your next new truck!