The 2026 Ford F-150 can tow up to 13,500 lbs when properly equipped with the available 3.5L EcoBoost® V6. If towing is one of your main reasons for choosing an F-150, compare engines carefully because the difference between configurations can be thousands of pounds.
2.7L EcoBoost® V6
Tows up to 8,400 lbs when properly equipped.
Best if you want a lighter-duty F-150 with strong everyday power and better efficiency than larger engines.
5.0L Ti-VCT V8
Tows up to 12,800 lbs when properly equipped.
Choose this engine if you want traditional V8 power with strong towing capability.
3.5L EcoBoost® V6
Tows up to 13,500 lbs when properly equipped.
This is the max-tow engine for the 2026 F-150.
3.5L PowerBoost® Full Hybrid V6
Tows up to 11,600 lbs when properly equipped.
Good choice if you want serious towing capability plus hybrid torque and Pro Power Onboard™ utility.
Raptor® and Raptor R™
High Output 3.5L EcoBoost® V6 models tow up to 8,200 lbs.
5.2L Supercharged V8 models tow up to 8,700 lbs.
These models prioritize high-performance off-road capability more than maximum trailer weight.
If you need the highest tow rating, start with the 3.5L EcoBoost® V6 and confirm the cab, bed, axle ratio, drivetrain, and towing package on the specific truck.
2025 Ford F-150 Towing Capacity
The 2025 Ford F-150 also reaches a maximum towing capacity of 13,500 lbs with the 3.5L EcoBoost® V6 when properly equipped. The 2025 lineup gives you several towing personalities, from the lighter-duty 2.7L EcoBoost® to the hybrid PowerBoost® and V8 options.
2.7L EcoBoost® V6
Tows up to 8,400 lbs when properly equipped.
Works well if your towing needs include smaller campers, utility trailers, motorcycles, or work gear.
5.0L Ti-VCT V8
Tows up to 12,800 lbs when properly equipped.
Strong fit if you prefer V8 power and plan to tow heavier trailers.
3.5L EcoBoost® V6
Tows up to 13,500 lbs when properly equipped.
This is the strongest 2025 F-150 choice for maximum conventional towing.
3.5L PowerBoost® Full Hybrid V6
Tows up to 11,600 lbs when properly equipped.
Worth considering if you want towing strength and onboard power for tools, camping, or job-site equipment.
Raptor® and Raptor R™
High Output 3.5L EcoBoost® V6 models tow up to 8,200 lbs.
5.2L Supercharged V8 models tow up to 8,700 lbs.
Choose these for off-road performance first and towing second.
The 2025 F-150 can be configured for serious trailer work, but the advertised maximum depends on the right equipment. Always check the door label and towing guide for the exact truck you are comparing.
2024 Ford F-150 Towing Capacity
The 2024 Ford F-150 introduces a refreshed lineup and reaches up to 13,500 lbs of max available towing. The 3.5L EcoBoost® V6 is still the engine to focus on if your priority is the highest trailer rating.
2.7L EcoBoost® V6
Tows up to 8,400 lbs when properly equipped.
Good fit if you want an efficient F-150 for daily driving and moderate towing.
5.0L Ti-VCT V8
Tows up to about 12,900 lbs when properly equipped.
Choose this engine if you want strong naturally aspirated V8 capability.
3.5L EcoBoost® V6
Tows up to 13,500 lbs when properly equipped.
This is the strongest 2024 F-150 engine for max conventional towing.
3.5L PowerBoost® Full Hybrid V6
Tows up to about 11,200 lbs when properly equipped.
Best if you want hybrid torque and available onboard generator capability with strong towing numbers.
Raptor® and Raptor R™
Raptor® models tow less than max-tow F-150 configurations because they are tuned for off-road performance.
Choose Raptor® if suspension travel, terrain capability, and high-speed off-road control matter more than maximum tow rating.
If you are comparing 2024 F-150 trucks, pay close attention to engine and package details. Two trucks with the same trim badge can have very different tow ratings.
2023 Ford F-150 Towing Capacity
The 2023 Ford F-150 reaches up to 14,000 lbs of maximum towing with the 3.5L EcoBoost® V6 when properly equipped. This model year has a higher headline max rating than the refreshed 2024 and newer F-150 models.
3.3L Ti-VCT V6
Tows up to 8,200 lbs when properly equipped.
Works best for lighter-duty towing and basic truck needs.
2.7L EcoBoost® V6
Tows up to about 10,000 lbs when properly equipped.
Good middle-ground engine if you want useful towing strength without moving to the largest engines.
5.0L Ti-VCT V8
Tows up to 13,000 lbs when properly equipped.
Strong choice if you want V8 power with a high trailer rating.
3.5L EcoBoost® V6
Tows up to 14,000 lbs when properly equipped.
This is the max-towing engine for the 2023 F-150.
3.5L PowerBoost® Full Hybrid V6
Tows up to 12,700 lbs when properly equipped.
Good fit if you want strong towing plus hybrid power and available Pro Power Onboard™.
Raptor® and Raptor R™
Raptor® models are built more for off-road speed and suspension capability than max towing.
Raptor R™ adds supercharged V8 performance but still is not the highest-towing F-150 configuration.
The 2023 F-150 is worth a close look if you want one of the highest available tow ratings in this year range. Just make sure the specific truck includes the required tow equipment.
2022 Ford F-150 Towing Capacity
The 2022 Ford F-150 can tow up to 14,000 lbs with the 3.5L EcoBoost® V6 when properly equipped. Like the 2023 model, this year offers several engine choices with very different towing ratings.
3.3L Ti-VCT V6
Tows up to 8,200 lbs when properly equipped.
Best for lighter trailer needs and everyday pickup use.
2.7L EcoBoost® V6
Tows up to 10,100 lbs when properly equipped.
Good choice if you want more towing strength than the base engine without stepping up to the 3.5L EcoBoost®.
5.0L Ti-VCT V8
Tows up to 13,000 lbs when properly equipped.
Strong V8 option for heavier trailer needs.
3.5L EcoBoost® V6
Tows up to 14,000 lbs when properly equipped.
This is the top towing choice for the 2022 F-150.
3.5L PowerBoost® Full Hybrid V6
Tows up to 12,700 lbs when properly equipped.
Good option if you want strong towing and hybrid utility features.
High Output 3.5L EcoBoost® V6
Raptor® models tow up to about 8,200 lbs.
Choose this version for off-road performance rather than maximum trailer weight.
The 2022 F-150 gives you a wide towing range. If you need the highest rating, focus on the 3.5L EcoBoost® with the proper cab, bed, axle ratio, and Max Trailer Tow Package.
Which F-150 Towing Setup Should You Choose?
If you want the highest towing capacity, the 3.5L EcoBoost® V6 is usually the engine to compare first. It delivers the strongest max ratings across these model years and is the clearest choice if you tow larger campers, enclosed trailers, boats, or work equipment. The 5.0L V8 is also a strong option if you prefer traditional V8 power and still need a high tow rating.
The PowerBoost® Hybrid makes sense if you want a balance of towing capability, torque, and onboard power for tools, camping equipment, or job-site needs. The 2.7L EcoBoost® is better for lighter towing and daily driving, while Raptor® models are aimed at off-road capability instead of max trailer weight. No matter which F-150 you compare, the exact rating depends on cab style, bed length, drivetrain, axle ratio, payload, and tow package.
Compare Ford F-150 Towing Capacity at Wendle Ford
Visit Wendle Ford in Spokane to compare Ford F-150 towing capacity by engine, model year, and configuration. Our team can help you check the exact towing rating for the truck you are considering, review Max Trailer Tow Package availability, and explain how payload, passengers, cargo, hitch equipment, and trailer tongue weight affect safe towing. Whether you are towing around Spokane, heading toward Lake Coeur d’Alene, pulling a camper through mountain grades, or hauling equipment across the Inland Northwest, we can help you find an F-150 that fits your trailer and your driving needs.
