How Much Can the Ford F-250 Tow?

It’s no surprise that the Ford Super Duty lineup can tow up to staggering amounts, but what about the F-250 specifically? When equipped with a fifth-wheel/gooseneck trailer, the 2022 Ford F-250 towing capacity reaches all the way up to 22,800 pounds! Even if you don’t need the maximum, you’ll still be over the moon about its base capacity of 12,500 pounds for your Troy jobs. Let Ford of Latham walk you through the three powerful engine options as well as the different trim levels and axle configurations below to see exactly how they affect how much the F-250 can tow!

Ford F-250 Towing Capacity & Engine Specs 

When you go for this Ford pickup truck, you’re working with three different engines: a 6.2L V8, a 7.3L V8, and a 6.7L V8 Turbo-Diesel. While all of these engines max their towing capacity out at 20,000 pounds, their Ford F-250 specs are different when equipped with the fifth-wheel/gooseneck trailer and their max are pushed all the way up to 22,800 pounds. Besides the F-250 towing capacity, the performance specs and GCWR (gross combined weight rating) will also vary for each engine. See for yourself here: 

6.2L SOHC 2-valve Flex Fuel V8 Engine w/ 6-speed Automatic Transmission

• 385 hp
• 430 lb-ft of torque
• 19,500-pound standard GCWR with SRW and 3.73 axle ratio
• 22,000-pound maximum GCWR with SRW and 4.30 axle ratio
• Maximum towing capacity (standard): 15,000 pounds 
• Maximum towing capacity (5th wheel/gooseneck): 15,800 pounds 

7.3L 2V DEVCT NA PFI V8 Engine w/ 10-speed Automatic Transmission

• 430 hp
• 475 lb-ft of torque
• 21,800-pound standard GCWR with SRW and 3.55 axle ratio
• 26,000-pound maximum GCWR with SRW and 4.30 axle ratio
• Maximum towing capacity (standard): 15,000 pounds 
• Maximum towing capacity (5th wheel/gooseneck): 19,500 pounds 

6.7L Power Stroke® V8 Turbo Diesel Engine with 10-speed Automatic Transmission

• 475 hp
• 1,050 lb-ft of torque
• 23,500-pound standard GCWR with SRW and 3.31 axle ratio
• 30,000-pound maximum GCWR with SRW and 3.55 axle ratio
• Maximum towing capacity (standard): 15,000 lbs
• Maximum towing capacity (5th wheel/gooseneck): 22,800 pounds 

Ford F-250 Towing & Safety Features

Backing up these impressive Ford F-250 specs is a suite of towing and safety features, so you can confidently use its power on your jobs in the Albany and Schenectady area. Take a look at some of the towing features that you will find in this Super Duty lineup below: 

• Gooseneck Hitch Kit: This hitch kit is designed to enhance your F-250 towing experience. 
• Trailer Hitch Receiver: The 2.5- or 3-inch Built Ford Tough® Trailer Hitch Receiver makes it easy to connect your F-250 to a trailer.
• Trailer Sway Control: Easily control and handle your cargo with the Trailer Sway Control feature, no matter what you’re hauling behind your truck.
• Trailer Brake Controller: This feature syncs your vehicle and trailer brakes so they work together to make for smooth stopping when you press on the brake pedal.
• AdvanceTrac® with Roll Stability Control® (RSC): AdvanceTrac® uses systems like selective wheel braking, gyroscopic sensors, and reduced engine power to maintain stability between your truck and your cargo no matter what conditions you’re driving in.

Find Your 2022 Ford F-250 at Ford of Latham Today

Now that we have gotten the new Ford F-250 specs down, it’s time to get a taste of these numbers on the road yourself. Contact us today to schedule your test drive in Latham! We will also show your our current specials, so you can enjoy a competitive price on a brand new F-250 in the area.