Ford Towing Capacity Information & Guide
Are you looking to tow a heavy trailer, a horse trailer, or a camper? Whatever you plan to tow, there’s a Ford vehicle for the job. Whether you’re interested in towing with a Ford truck, van, SUV, or sedan, you can find the maximum Max. Towing for current models in this towing guide put together by the team at McDonald Ford.
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Trucks
Pickup trucks offer excellent and convenient towing capabilities, along with unique cargo capabilities thanks to their beds. Whether you’re hauling tools to a job site, a trailer for a weekend outing, or simply looking for capable power, there’s a Ford pickup truck for you.
2025 Ford F-150®
The legendary 2025 Ford F-150® has an expansive collection of six engines, including a hybrid option. Find massive power in the 5.2L supercharged V8 engine with its 720 horsepower output and 640 pound-feet of torque. If you’re looking to maximize your towing capabilities, consider the 3.5L EcoBoost® V6 engine, which can haul up to 13,500 pounds.
| Engine | 2.7L EcoBoost V6 | 3.5L EcoBoost V6 | 5.0L Ti-VCT V8 | 3.5L PowerBoost™ full hybrid V6 | High-output 3.5L EcoBoost V6 | 5.2L supercharged V8 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 325 HP | 400 HP | 400 HP | 430 HP | 450 HP | 720 HP |
| Torque | 400 lb.-ft. | 500 lb.-ft. | 410 lb.-ft. | 570 lb.-ft. | 510 lb.-ft. | 640 lb.-ft. |
| Max. Towing | 8,400 lbs. | 13,500 lbs. | 12,900 lbs. | 11,200 lbs. | 8,200 lbs. | 8,700 lbs. |
| Max. Payload | 1,775 lbs. | 2,440 lbs. | 2,225 lbs. | 1,750 lbs. | 1,400 lbs. | 1,400 lbs. |
2025 Ford F-150 Lightning®
If you’re interested in all-electric pickup truck power, consider the 2025 Ford F-150 Lightning®. It’s available with three different battery sizes, the largest of which is a 131 kilowatt-hour extended range battery that produces 580 horsepower and can tow up to 10,000 pounds.
| Battery | 98 kWh Standard Range | 123 kWh Extended Range | 131 kWh Extended Range |
|---|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 452 HP | 536 HP | 580 HP |
| Torque | 775 lb.-ft. | 775 lb.-ft. | 775 lb.-ft. |
| Max. Towing | 7,700 lbs. | 10,000 lbs. | 10,000 lbs. |
| Max. Payload | 2,000 lbs. | 1,800 lbs. | 1,800 lbs. |
2025 Ford Super Duty® F-250®
The 2025 Ford Super Duty® F-250® provides heavy-duty performance thanks to its collection of V8 engines, including two turbo diesel engines. You’ll find a maximum of 500 horsepower and a massive 1,200 pound-feet of torque with the 6.7L high-output Power Stroke® turbo diesel V8 engine. The 6.7L Power Stroke turbo diesel V8 and its high-output variation are tied for Max. Towing, with up to 22,000 pounds.
| Engine | 6.8L gas V8 | 6.7L Power Stroke turbo diesel V8 | 6.7L high-output Power Stroke turbo diesel V8 | 7.3L gas V8 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 405 HP | 475 HP | 500 HP | 430 HP |
| Torque | 445 lb.-ft. | 1,050 lb.-ft. | 1,200 lb.-ft. | 485 lb.-ft. |
| Max. Towing | 17,300 lbs. | 22,000 lbs. | 22,000 lbs. | 18,200 lbs. |
| Max. Payload | 4,240 lbs. | 4,048 lbs. | 3,918 lbs. | 4,246 lbs. |
Ford Super Duty
2025 Ford Super Duty F-350®
Find impressive towing potential with the 2025 Ford Super Duty F-350® and its powerful engine lineup. Maximize performance with the 6.7L high-output Power Stroke turbo diesel V8, which generates 500 horsepower and 1,200 pound-feet of torque. The 6.7L high-output Power Stroke turbo diesel V8 also provides outstanding towing capabilities, with up to 25,000 pounds.
| Engine | 6.8L gas V8 | 6.7L Power Stroke turbo diesel V8 | 6.7L high-output Power Stroke turbo diesel V8 | 7.3L gas V8 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 405 HP | 475 HP | 500 HP | 430 HP |
| Torque | 445 lb.-ft. | 1,050 lb.-ft. | 1,200 lb.-ft. | 485 lb.-ft. |
| Max. Towing | 17,800 lbs. | 23,100 lbs. | 25,000 lbs. | 19,500 lbs. |
| Max. Payload | 8,000 lbs. | 6,952 lbs. | 6,935 lbs. | 7,635 lbs. |
Ford Super Duty
2025 Ford Super Duty F-450®
Unleash the heaviest towing capabilities with the 2025 Ford Super Duty F-450® and its two turbo diesel engines. The standard 6.7L Power Stroke turbo diesel V8 makes 475 horsepower and 1,050 pound-feet of torque, while the 6.7L high-output Power Stroke turbo diesel V8 outputs 500 horsepower and 1,200 pound-feet of torque. When it comes to towing, the 6.7L high-output Power Stroke turbo diesel V8 offers the maximum capacity with up to 30,000 pounds.
| Engine | 6.7L Power Stroke turbo diesel V8 | 6.7L high-output Power Stroke turbo diesel V8 |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 475 HP | 500 HP |
| Torque | 1,050 lb.-ft. | 1,200 lb.-ft. |
| Max. Towing | 27,000 lbs. | 30,000 lbs. |
| Max. Payload | 6,322 lbs. | 6,482 lbs. |
Ford Super Duty
2025 Ford Ranger®
The robust 2025 Ford Ranger® has a selection of three strong EcoBoost engines ready to help you take on off-road adventures and mid-weight towing jobs. The 3.0L EcoBoost V6 engine unleashes the most power with 405 horsepower and 430 pound-feet of torque. For hauling, the 2.3L EcoBoost and 2.7L EcoBoost V6 engines share a maximum Max. Towing of 7,500 pounds.
| Engine | 2.3L EcoBoost | 2.7L EcoBoost V6 | 3.0L EcoBoost V6 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 270 HP | 315 HP | 405 HP |
| Torque | 310 lb.-ft. | 400 lb.-ft. | 430 lb.-ft. |
| Max. Towing | 7,500 lbs. | 7,500 lbs. | 5,510 lbs. |
| Payload Capacity | 1,788 lbs. | N/A | N/A |
Ford Ranger
2025 Ford Maverick®
The 2025 Ford Maverick® is here to handle daily drives and light-duty towing thanks to its versatile engines. It has a standard 2.5L hybrid inline four-cylinder (I4) engine, which produces 191 horsepower and 155 pound-feet of torque. The 2.5L hybrid I4 engine can tow up to 4,000 pounds, while the gas 2.0L EcoBoost I4 engine can tow 2,000 pounds.
| Engine | 2.5L hybrid I4 | 2.0L EcoBoost I4 |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 191 HP | 238 HP |
| Torque | 155 lb.-ft. | 275 lb.-ft. |
| Max. Towing | 4,000 lbs. | 2,000 lbs. |
Ford Maverick
Vans
Vans offer an expansive interior space, great for handling your commercial needs. Bring what you need where efficiently with the 2025 Ford Transit or all-electric 2025 Ford E-Transit™ full-size cargo vans.
2025 Ford Transit
The 2025 Ford Transit has two capable V6 engine options ready to help you get the job done. The standard 3.5L PFDI V6 engine produces 275 horsepower and 260 pound-feet of torque, and can tow a maximum of 6,400 pounds. Enhance your capabilities with the 3.5L EcoBoost V6 engine, which makes 310 horsepower, 400 pound-feet of torque, and can tow up to 6,900 pounds.
| Engine | 3.5L PFDI V6 | 3.5L EcoBoost V6 |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 275 HP | 310 HP |
| Torque | 260 lb.-ft. | 400 lb.-ft. |
| Max. Towing | 6,400 lbs. | 6,900 lbs. |
| Max. Payload | 4,846 lbs. | 4,887 lbs. |
2025 Ford E-Transit™
Bring forward-thinking power to your business with the all-electric 2025 Ford E-Transit. The standard 68 kilowatt-hour battery provides 266 horsepower and 317 pound-feet of torque. Load up the van with a maximum payload capacity of 3,997 pounds. It is not recommended to tow trailers with the E-Transit.
| Battery | 68 kWh |
|---|---|
| Horsepower | 266 HP |
| Torque | 317 lb.-ft. |
| Max. Towing | N/A |
| Max. Payload | 3,997 lbs. |
SUVs
For all your family’s driving needs, all-terrain adventures, and more, look to a spacious and versatile SUV. From the rugged Bronco® to the stylish Escape®, you can find a Ford SUV that suits your lifestyle.
2025 Ford Bronco®
With specialized off-road systems and one of three strong engines, the 2025 Ford Bronco is ready for adventure. Find impressive performance with the 3.0L EcoBoost V6 engine, which makes 418 horsepower and 440 pound-feet of torque. When properly equipped, the Bronco can tow up to 4,500 pounds.
| Engine | 2.3L EcoBoost I4 | 2.7L EcoBoost V6 | 3.0L EcoBoost V6 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 300 HP | 330 HP | 418 HP |
| Torque | 325 lb.-ft. | 415 lb.-ft. | 440 lb.-ft. |
| Max. Towing | 3,500 lbs. | 3,500 lbs. | 4,500 lbs. |
Ford Bronco
2025 Ford Bronco Sport®
Take to the street and the trails with the 2025 Ford Bronco Sport® thanks to its rugged design and capable yet efficient engines. The available 2.0L EcoBoost engine produces 250 horsepower and 280 pound-feet of torque, and offers up to 2,700 pounds of towing.
| Engine | 1.5L EcoBoost | 2.0L EcoBoost |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 180 HP | 250 HP |
| Torque | 200 lb.-ft. | 280 lb.-ft. |
| Max. Towing | 2,200 lbs. | 2,700 lbs. |
Ford Bronco Sport
2025 Ford Escape®
The compact crossover 2025 Ford Escape has a selection of four engines, including a hybrid and plug-in hybrid. The 2.0L EcoBoost I4 engine is ready to take on your commuting and light-duty towing needs thanks to its 250 horsepower and 280 pound-feet of torque output, which allows the Bronco to haul up to 3,500 pounds.
| Engine | 1.5L EcoBoost I3 | 2.0L EcoBoost I4 | 2.5L hybrid I4 | 2.5L plug-in hybrid I4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 180 HP | 250 HP | 192 HP | 210 HP |
| Torque | 199 lb.-ft. | 280 lb.-ft. | 155 lb.-ft. | 155 lb.-ft. |
| Max. Towing | 2,000 lbs. | 3,500 lbs. | 1,500 lbs. | 1,500 lbs. |
Ford Escape
2025 Ford Expedition®
Thanks to their large chassis and engine options, the 2025 Ford Expedition® offers impressive towing capabilities. The high-output 3.5L EcoBoost V6 outputs up to 440 horsepower and 510 pound-feet of torque. Either the 3.5L EcoBoost V6 or its high-output variation can tow up to 9,600 pounds.
| Engine | 3.5L EcoBoost V6 | High-output 3.5L EcoBoost V6 |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 400 HP | 440 HP |
| Torque | 480 lb.-ft. | 510 lb.-ft. |
| Max. Towing | 9,600 lbs. | 9,600 lbs. |
Ford Expedition
2025 Ford Explorer®
The 2025 Ford Explorer® combines family-friendly design with strong engines for an SUV ready to take on commutes and more. There are two engines available, the larger of which is the 3.0L EcoBoost twin-turbo V6 engine, which generates 400 horsepower and 415 pound-feet of torque. Both engines can tow up to 5,000 pounds.
| Engine | 2.3L EcoBoost turbo I4 | 3.0L EcoBoost twin-turbo V6 |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 300 HP | 400 HP |
| Torque | 310 lb.-ft. | 415 lb.-ft. |
| Max. Towing | 5,000 lbs. | 5,000 lbs. |
Ford Explorer