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Make no mistake, 2015 Ford Pickups and Chassis Cabs are the real leaders –
pulling the heaviest trailers in their classes. In fact, when properly equipped, the
Super Duty
®can handle conventional trailers up to 19,000 pounds, 5th-wheel
trailers up to 26,500 pounds and gooseneck trailers up to 31,200 pounds.
Decades of RV and towing experience in every configuration.
Ford RV and trailer towing products continue to provide a winning
combination; high-quality, reliability and high-performance and are backed by
decades of RV and towing experience.
The following vehicles are not recommended for trailer towing: C-MAX Hybrid, C-MAX Energi, Fiesta, Focus, Fusion Hybrid, Fusion Energi, Taurus SHO, and MKZ Hybrid.
Towing guide ConTenTs 3-5 Pickups/Chassis Cabs
6 Class A Motorhome Chassis 7 Commercial Stripped Chassis 8 Class C Motorhome Chassis 9-10 Slide-In Campers
11 Four-Wheel-Down Towing 12 Dolly-Towing
13 Trailer Towing Equipment and Frontal Area Considerations 14 Maximum Trailer Weights and
Towing Equipment/Packages
15-24 Trailer Towing selector
16-17 F-150 Pickup 18 F-250/F-350/F-450
Super Duty Pickups 19 F-350/F-450/F-550
Super Duty Chassis Cabs 20 F-650/F-750 Super Duty,
Class A Motorhome Chassis, Commercial Stripped Chassis and E-Series Cutaway/ Stripped Chassis 21 Transit
22 Expedition, Navigator, Explorer, Escape and MKC 23 Edge, Lincoln MKX, Flex, MKT
and Transit Connect
24 Mustang, Taurus, MKS, Fusion and MKZ
25 Trailer Classes and Types 26-30 Know the Facts Before
You Tow
31 Towing Accessories 32 Towing Tips
SAE Towing Standard
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F-150 – ThE FUTURE OF TOUGh.
Built Ford Tough® is taken to a new level. The 2015 F-150 combines an all-new high-strength steel frame, rated up to 70,000 psi – stronger than the steel found in some competitors’ heavy-duty pickup truck frames with a military-grade aluminum alloy body…combining the best of both materials for the toughness only Ford can deliver for outstanding towing and superior handling. The staggered rear outboard shocks help provide additional driving stability. Exceptional space, power and towing capacity make F-150 the preferred choice for towing and hauling.
Features include an available integrated trailer brake controller, trailer tow mirrors and a 360-degree camera system that provides a view of all four sides of the vehicle. The Smart Trailer Tow Connector provides drivers with trailer connection status, lighting and trailer battery alerts and warnings. The Dynamic Hitch Assist enhancement to the rear camera enables easier hitching by helping to line up the truck and trailer without requiring a spotter or having to get out of the vehicle. All 4WD models include neutral tow functionality and maximum trailer tow packages include an upgraded rear bumper and trailer tow mirrors.
The impressive F-150 engine lineup has been extensively tested to meet high-durability and reliability standards.
New 3.5L V6 Ti-VCT, delivers 282 hp and 253 lb.-ft. of torque
New 2.7L EcoBoost® V6 with Auto Start-Stop technology delivers 325 hp and 375 lb.-ft. of torque
3.5L EcoBoost® V6 delivers 365 hp and 420 lb.-ft. of torque 5.0L V8 Flex Fuel capability delivers 385 hp and 387 lb.-ft. of torque Standard 6-speed automatic transmission with Tow/Haul Mode
Efficient Engine Performance – Outstanding Capability.
Metric Conversion – To obtain information in kilograms, multiply pounds by .45.
(1) Best-in-class payload and towing when properly equipped.
(2) When properly equipped. Class is full-size pickups under 8,500 lbs. GVWR.
F-150 Features
Three cab styles – Regular, SuperCab and SuperCrew®Fully boxed ladder-style frame, excellent handling control
Deep cargo boxes offering great capacity, plus best-in-class pickup box access – available steps on all three sides and all bed lengths(2)
BoxLink™ improves productivity with ramps and universal attachments
110-volt outlets – deliver up to 400 watts for small-corded tools and tool battery chargers
MAXIMUM
PRODUCTIVITY.
Towing Capability
12,200 pounds
(1)Payload Capacity
3,300 pounds
(1)Cargo Box Volume
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6.7L V8 Turbo – the diesel leader
Designed, engineered and built by Ford, our Second-Generation 6.7L Power Stroke® V8 Turbo
Diesel engine produces more power and torque than ever. Best-in-class 440 hp is due in part to a new larger single-sequential turbocharger, which helps improve airflow and performance. You’ll really appreciate it when towing heavy loads uphill and at high altitudes.
Rule the class with 6.2L 2-valve V8 gas
Ease your heavy-duty workload with lots of low-rpm torque. The gas engine’s stiff SOHC valvetrain with roller-rocker shafts enables an intake- and exhaust-port layout that optimizes airflow, helping it produce plenty of torque down low.
Balanced performance. Dual-equal variable cam timing phases the intake- and exhaust-valve opening and closing events simultaneously to optimize fuel economy, low-end torque and peak horsepower.
sUpER DUTy
®pIckUps –
TOUGh kEEps GETTING TOUGhER.
2015 Ford F-Series Super Duty pickups set the standard for “Tough” with best-in-class diesel horsepower and torque. A new 31,200-lb. maximum towing capability on F-4501 is not only best-in-class,2 it’s a whopping 8,000 lbs. more than comparable Chevy trucks and 2,200 lbs. more than Ram. And class-leading fuel economy3 with the 6.7L Power Stroke® V8 Turbo Diesel engine,4 makes getting from point A to B a cost-efficient proposition. From increased capabilities to improved power and performance to beefier underpinnings and beyond, this Super Duty takes Built Ford Tough® to new extremes, so you can get the job done when no one else can.(1) When properly equipped.
(2) Class is full-size pickups over 8,500 lbs. GVWR. (3) Based on Ford simulated city-suburban drive-cycle tests of
comparably equipped 2015 Ford and 2011-2013 competitive models, consistent with SAE Standard J1321.
(4) Available feature.
(5) 6.7L Power Stroke® V8 Turbo Diesel.
(6) Maximum capacity when properly equipped. See your Ford dealer for specific equipment requirements and other limitations.
(7) F-350 DRW Regular Cab 4x2.
Powerful engine ChoiCes.
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Standard Trailer Sway Control
– Single-rear-wheel (SRW) models – Trailer Sway Control works with AdvanceTrac® with RSC® (Roll Stability Control™)
using a yaw motion sensor to monitor the motions of the truck to detect trailer sway. When sway is detected, the system works to apply selected brakes and/or reduce engine power to help the driver regain control(8)
– Dual-rear-wheel (DRW) models are not equipped with AdvanceTrac®, but operate with a similar yaw motion sensor
to detect and control trailer sway and apply brake pressure selectively to the front brakes or reduce engine power to help the driver maintain control
Integrated Trailer Brake Controller (TBC)
(9)– Uses braking input, vehicle speed and ABS logic to balance the performance of the truck brakes and electric trailer brakes – User-friendly productivity screen in instrument cluster
message center indicates TBC(10) output, gain levels and
trailer connection status
Tow/Haul Mode With Integrated Exhaust Brake
(11)– Tow/Haul Mode and Tow/Haul Mode with integrated engine brake (6.7L diesel only) give drivers even greater control when traveling downhill
– Helps eliminate unwanted frequency of gear shifting on steep uphill grades and allow engine braking to maintain or reduce vehicle speed and assist the driver in controlling the vehicle when descending a steep grade
– Provides additional braking and control on downhill grades when used in combination with the engine brake feature on the 6.7L V8 turbo diesel engine
– When the engine braking switch is selected, the engine brake adjusts the vanes on the exhaust side of the turbocharger to generate engine backpressure
– Extra braking power requires less manual brake application from the driver, especially on downhill grades
– Using the engine brake to slow the vehicle, rather than applying the brakes, helps reduce brake fade and brake lining wear
Standard Hill Start Assist
– Helps prevent rolling back on a grade by momentarily maintaining brake pressure until the engine delivers enough torque to move the truck up the hill
– Whether heading up an incline in drive or in reverse, you’re covered
5th-Wheel/Gooseneck Prep Package
– Available on all models
– Provides the necessary under-the-bed hardware to allow mounting of a 5th-wheel/gooseneck hitch in the pickup bed to put more of the trailer weight over the tow vehicle
Pull The mosT – ConfidenTly.
sUpER DUTy
®chAssIs cAbs –
hARD-LINE cApAbILITy.
The Super Duty Chassis Cab F-350/F-450/F-550 reinforces the tradition of F-Series toughness and continues to handle the most hard-line towing jobs and aggressive payloads. Trusted by those who own the work, purpose-built Ford powertrains help deliver excellent fuel economy and torque. With a maximum towing capacity of 26,600 lbs. for 5th-wheel trailers and 16,000 lbs. for conventional trailers, this rig is designed to conquer even the mostchallenging jobs.
Powerful ford 6.8l 3V sohC V10.
The V10 gas powerplant gets your heavy loads moving with up to 457 lb.-ft. of torque and 362 horsepower on F-450 and F-550
It’s paired with a TorqShift® 5-speed automatic transmission featuring a
massive torque converter, beefy gear sets and a selectable Tow/Haul Mode The optional CNG/LPG Gaseous Engine Prep Package includes hardened valves and valve seats to help ready your Super Duty for alternative- fuel upfits
Metric Conversion – To obtain information in kilograms, multiply pounds by .45; to obtain information in kilometers, multiply miles by 1.6; to obtain information in centimeters, multiply inches by 2.54.
For more information on any of these Ford trucks,
see your Ford dealer or visit www.ford.com.
CNG/LPG Gaseous Engine Prep Package
Available for 6.2L Gas Engine on F-250/350.
(8) Remember that even advanced technology cannot overcome the laws of physics. It’s always possible to lose control of a vehicle due to inappropriate driver input for the conditions.
(9) Standard on F-350 DRW/F-450; optional on F-250/F-350 SRW.
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class A Motorhome
chassis Features
Seven wheelbase choices:
158/178/190/208/228/242/252-inch Six Gross Vehicle Weight Ratings (GVWRs): 16,000/18,000/20,500/22,000/24,000/ 26,000 lbs.
Three Gross Combination Weight Ratings (GCWRs): 23,000/26,000/30,000 lbs. for excellent towing capabilities (7,000 lbs. maximum trailer weight at 16,000-lb. GVWR) 6.8L 3-valve SOHC V10 gas engine
(362 hp/457 lb.-ft. of torque)
TorqShift® 5-speed automatic transmission
with Tow/Haul Mode
4-wheel disc Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) for consistent, responsive braking performance
19.5-inch wheels and tires
22.5-inch aluminum wheels and tires included with 22,000/24,000/26,000 lbs. GVWR Heavy-duty front track bar enhances ride and handling on all models (optional on 16,000-lb. GVWR)
81-inch front tread width contributes to handling and lateral stability (79-inch on 22,000/24,000/26,000-lb. GVWRs) Designed to accommodate wide-body and slide-out type motorhomes
FORD pOWER
AND sTRENGTh.
Additional features
High-capacity front axle system 80-gallon fuel tank
Large-diameter stabilizer bars, front and rear, for ride control
Custom BILSTEIN® monotube gas-pressurized
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ENGINEERED
FOR bUsINEss.
commercial stripped
chassis Features
Four wheelbase choices: 158/178/190/208-inch
Three Gross Vehicle Weight Ratings (GVWRs): 16,000/19,500/22,000 lbs.
Two Gross Combination Weight Ratings (GCWRs): 23,000/26,000 lbs. (7,000 lbs. maximum trailer weight at 16,000-lb. GVWR) 6.8L 3-valve SOHC V10 gas engine (362 hp/ 457 lb.-ft. of torque)
TorqShift® 5-speed automatic transmission
with Tow/Haul Mode
4-wheel disc Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) for consistent, responsive braking performance
19.5-inch wheels and tires 40-gallon fuel tank capacity
Heavy-duty Sachs shock absorbers
7-wire trailer wiring harness with relays, blunt cut and labeled
Low load floor height for ease of cargo loading
Metric Conversion – To obtain information in kilograms, multiply pounds by .45; to obtain information in centimeters, multiply inches by 2.54; to obtain information in liters, multiply gallons by 3.8; to obtain information in kilometers, multiply miles by 1.6.
Front and rear stabilizer bars
Driver’s steering column positioned for easy ingress and egress
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motorhome Customer Care –
we’re here for you.
Customer Assistance Center
This 24-hour, seven-days-a-week hotline was designed to serve both motorhome owners and RV dealers. By simply calling 1-800-444-3311, the caller has access to:
– The nearest appropriate service location – Assistance in scheduling a service appointment – Service assistance for motorhome customers and RV
dealers in resolving Ford chassis-related concerns
in-dealership service support
– Over 1,900 Ford dealerships in the U.S. and Canada provide Class C motorhome service support
– Certified service technicians backed by computerized diagnostics and national technical hotline support – Verification of available owner notification and recall
information affecting motorhomes
(1) Based on August 2013 CYTD motorhome registrations. Source: Statistical Surveys, Inc.
(2) 22,000-lb. GCWR requires electrical connector heat shield on all E-450 Cutaways with 6.8L engines. (3) Under normal driving conditions with routine fluid/filter changes.
(4) Always wear your safety belt. (5) See your Ford dealer for details.
E-series class c Motorhome chassis Features
Three wheelbase choices: 138/158/176-inch Up to 14,500 lbs. GVWR and 22,000 lbs. GCWR(2)
Powerful 5.4L 2-valve FFV V8 and 6.8L 2-valve SOHC V10 engines TorqShift® 5-speed automatic transmission with Tow/Haul Mode
97,500-mile scheduled tune-up interval(3)
Out-front engine design provides spacious cab with access to “living area” and ease of ingress/egress
Twin-I-Beam independent front suspension (with caster/camber adjustment), front stabilizer bar and gas-pressurized shock absorbers contribute to a smooth, comfortable ride
Driver and front passenger airbags(4)
4-wheel disc Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) Available CNG/LPG Gaseous Engine Prep Package(5)
Available Integrated Trailer Brake Controller (TBC) Steel ladder-type truck frame with seven cross members
40-gallon fuel tank (E-350; optional on E-450); 55-gallon fuel tank (E-450; optional on E-350 DRW with 158-inch wheelbase)
Van-like driver position with ergonomic instrument panel and controls
AMERIcA’s
#1 sELLING cLAss c MOTORhOME chAssIs.
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F-sERIEs pIckUp sLIDE-IN cAMpERs.
Slide-In Camper Installation
– Consult your camper manufacturer/dealer for details regarding proper installation of your slide-in camper
– A dimensionally stable block spacer is recommended between the headboard of the pickup box and the forward edge of the camper floor. Resting the spacer on the pickup box bed helps prevent movement and contact of the fully installed camper with the pickup box headboard or taillight rear pillars
Note: Be sure to measure your slide-in camper before attempting to install it onto the bed of the truck. Some campers may require a platform in the bed of the truck to make sure there is adequate clearance for both the box rails and cab roof of the truck.
Camper Center-of-Gravity
– All Styleside pickups that qualify for slide-in camper bodies have camper center-of-gravity included on the Consumer Information Sheet in the glovebox
– Data is calculated for each individual truck, based on vehicle options
– If vehicle does not qualify for camper use, the Consumer Information Sheet states that the vehicle is not recommended for camper use, and no center-of-gravity data is shown
F-150 Heavy-Duty Payload
Package (Option Code 627)
Increases GVWR to 7,600 lbs. on XL and 7,850 lbs. on XLT and Lariat.
– LT245/70R17E BSW A/T tires (5) (XL) – LT275/65R18C OWL A/T tires (5)
(XLT/Lariat)
– 17" silver steel heavy-duty wheels (XL) – 18" silver aluminum heavy-duty wheels
(XLT/Lariat)
– Upgraded springs and auxiliary transmission oil cooler
– 9.75" gear set with 3.73 electronic-locking slip axle
Available on XL, XLT Base, XLT Mid and Lariat Base. Requires 5.0L V8 or 3.5L V6 EcoBoost®
gas engine. Trailer Tow Package required when ordered with 5.0L engine. Max Trailer Tow Package also required with 3.5L V6 EcoBoost®
engine.
F-250/F-350/F-450
Super Duty
®Camper Package
(Option Code 471)
– Increased capacity front springs (2 Up [4x2] or 1 Up [4x4] upgrade over springs computer-selected based on options ordered. Not included if maximum springs already selected.)
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Combined weight of vehicle, camper body, occupants and cargo must not exceed Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR)
Heavy-Duty Payload Package (Option Code 627) required with F-150
Camper Package (Option Code 471) required with F-250/F-350/F-450 Super Duty Cargo Weight Rating shown in chart is maximum allowable, assuming weight of a base vehicle with required camper option content and a 150-lb. passenger at each available seating position
Ratings also assume weight of engine and standard transmission. Cargo Weight Rating shown must be further reduced by weight of transmission upgrade and any other options. Option weights and center-of-gravity information are available on the Ford Pickup Truck Consumer Information Sheet
F-sERIEs
pIckUp/cAMpER
cOMbINATION
sELEcTOR
mAximum CArgo weighT wiTh slide-in CAmPer
Note: The following chart lists GVWRs and Maximum Cargo Weights (with minimum equipment) by engine for each approved pickup model: 3.5L V6 EcoBoost®, 5.0L V8, 6.2L V8 and 6.7L Power Stroke® Turbo Diesel V8.
gVwr (lbs.) maximum Cargo weight rating (lbs.) Model Wheelbase 3.5L GTDI 5.0L 6.2L 6.7L 3.5L GTDI Std. 5.0L Std. 6.2L Std./Opt.† 6.7L Std./Opt.†
F-150 (1) 4x2 Reg. Cab(3) 141.1" 7,600 7,600 – – 2,548 2,558 – / – – / – 4x2 SuperCab(3) 163.7" 7,600 7,600 – – 1,760 1,759 – / – – / – 4x2 SuperCrew(3) 156.8" 7,600 7,600 – – 1,728 1,725 – / – – / – 4x4 Reg. Cab(3) 141.1" 7,600 7,600 – – 2,344 2,335 – / – – / – 4x4 SuperCab(3) 163.7" 7,600 7,600 – – 1,530 1,524 – / – – / – 4x2 SuperCrew(3) 156.8" 7,600 7,600 – – 1,496 1,486 – / – – / – 4x4 Reg. Cab(4) 141.1" 7,850 7,850 – – 2,780 2,790 – / – – / – 4x4 SuperCab(4) 163.7" 7,850 7,850 – – 1,992 1,991 – / – – / – 4x4 SuperCrew(4) 156.8" 7,850 7,850 – – 1,960 1,957 – / – – / – 4x4 Reg. Cab(4) 141.1" 7,850 7,850 – – 2,576 2,567 – / – – / – 4x4 SuperCab(4) 163.7" 7,850 7,850 – – 1,762 1,756 – / – – / – 4x4 SuperCrew(4) 156.8" 7,850 7,850 – – 1,728 1,718 – / – – / – F-250 Super Duty (2) 4x2 Reg. Cab 137.0" – – 10,000 10,000 – – 3,806/ – 3,115/ – 4x2 SuperCab 141.8" – – 10,000 10,000 – – 3,024/ – 2,347/ – 4x2 SuperCab 158.0" – – 10,000 10,000 – – 2,926/ – 2,184/ – 4x2 Crew Cab 156.2" – – 10,000 10,000 – – 2,812/ – 2,148/ – 4x2 Crew Cab 172.4" – – 10,000 10,000 – – 2,707/ – 1,975/ – 4x4 Reg. Cab 137.0" – – 10,000 10,000 – – 3,396/ – 2,703/ – 4x4 SuperCab 141.8" – – 10,000 10,000 – – 2,625/ – 2,000/ – 4x4 SuperCab 158.0" – – 10,000 10,000 – – 2,523/ – 1,793/ – 4x4 Crew Cab 156.2" – – 10,000 10,000 – – 2,426/ – 1,792/ – 4x4 Crew Cab 172.4" – – 10,000 10,000 – – 2,312/ – 1,586/ – F-350 Super Duty (2) 4x2 SRW Reg. Cab(3) 137.0" – – 10,000 10,500* – – 3,694/ – 3,548/3,048 4x2 SRW SuperCab(3) 141.8" – – 10,000 10,700* – – 2,956/ – 2,981/2,281 4x2 SRW SuperCab(3) 158.0" – – 10,200* 10,800* – – 3,087/2,887 2,948/2,148 4x2 SRW Crew Cab(3) 156.2" – – 10,200* 10,800* – – 2,973/2,773 2,911/2,111 4x2 SRW Crew Cab(3) 172.4" – – 10,500* 11,100* – – 3,139/2,639 3,038/1,938 4x2 SRW Reg. Cab(4) 137.0" – – 10,500 11,000 – – 4,152/ – 4,007/ – 4x2 SRW SuperCab(4) 141.8" – – 10,500 11,000 – – 3,414/ – 3,239/ – 4x2 SRW SuperCab(4) 158.0" – – 10,900 11,500 – – 3,745/ – 3,606/ – 4x2 SRW SuperCab(4) 158.0" – – – 11,400 – – – / – 3,506/ – 4x2 SRW Crew Cab(4) 156.2" – – 10,700 11,400 – – 3,432/ – 3,470/ – 4x2 SRW Crew Cab(4) 172.4" – – 11,000 11,500 – – 3,598/ – 3,397/ – 4x2 SRW Crew Cab(4) 172.4" – – – 11,400 – – – / – 3,302/ – 4x2 DRW Reg. Cab 137.0" – – 13,500 14,000 – – 6,829/ – 6,682/ – 4x2 DRW SuperCab 158.0" – – 13,900 14,000 – – 6,381/ – 5,733/ – 4x2 DRW Crew Cab 172.4" – – 14,000 14,000 – – 6,255/ – 5,513/ – 4x4 SRW Reg. Cab(3) 137.0" – – 10,400* 10,800* – – 3,681/3,281 3,428/2,628 4x4 SRW SuperCab(3) 141.8" – – 10,500* 11,100* – – 3,068/2,568 3,024/1,924 4x4 SRW SuperCab(3) 158.0" – – 10,700* 11,200* – – 3,185/2,485 2,946/1,746 4x4 SRW Crew Cab(3) 156.2" – – 10,600* 11,200* – – 2,988/2,388 2,926/1,726 4x4 SRW Crew Cab(3) 172.4" – – 10,800* 11,200* – – 3,075/2,275 2,734/1,534 4x4 SRW Reg. Cab(5) 137.0" – – 11,300 11,500 – – 4,501/ – 4,053/ – 4x4 SRW Reg. Cab(5) 137.0" – – – 11,400 – – – / – 3,958/ – 4x4 SRW SuperCab(5) 141.8" – – 11,100 11,500 – – 3,593/ – 3,351/ – 4x4 SRW SuperCab(5) 141.8" – – – 11,400 – – – / – 3,256/ – 4x4 SRW SuperCab(5) 158.0" – – 11,000 11,500 – – 3,410/ – 3,174/ – 4x4 SRW SuperCab(5) 158.0" – – – 11,400 – – – / – 3,079/ – 4x4 SRW Crew Cab(5) 156.2" – – 11,300 11,500 – – 3,613/ – 3,148/ – 4x4 SRW Crew Cab(5) 172.4" – – 11,200 11,500 – – 3,400/ – 2,959/ – 4x4 SRW Crew Cab(5) 156.2" – – – 11,400 – – – / – 3,053/ – 4x4 SRW Crew Cab(5) 172.4" – – – 11,400 – – – / – 2,864/ – 4x4 DRW Reg. Cab 137.0" – – 13,800 14,000 – – 6,712/ – 6,262/ – 4x4 DRW SuperCab 158.0" – – 14,000 14,000 – – 6,070/ – 5,330/ – 4x4 DRW Crew Cab 172.4" – – 14,000 14,000 – – 5,852/ – 5,112/ – F-450 Super Duty (2) 4x4 DRW Crew Cab 172.4" – – – 14,000 – – – / – 4,643/ – (1) Requires Heavy-Duty Payload Package option. (2) Requires Camper Package option. (3) 17" tires and wheels. (4) 18" tires and wheels. (5) 18"/20" tires and wheels. *10,000 pounds with optional 10,000 GVWR Package. † With 10,000 GVWR Package.
If you intend to pull a trailer in
addition to carrying your camper, see
the F-Series Pickup Trailer Towing
Selector charts on pages 16–17.
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Many motorhome owners prefer the practicality of having another vehicle along when they travel. In fact, towing another vehicle behind the motorhome has become more and more popular in recent years. Furthermore, many of those who want to tow another vehicle prefer one that can be easily towed without a dolly or trailer. The car and truck models shown in the chart at right can be towed with all four wheels down. For safe operation, towed vehicles (or dollies or trailers carrying them) should be equipped with a separate functional brake system. See page 25
and back cover for additional brake information. Note: Some aftermarket camper centers offer kits which may allow vehicles with automatic transmissions to be flat-towed. Check your new vehicle Warranty Guide, as this could void the warranty of your vehicle.
If your vehicle configuration is not listed
in the chart at right, then for
Four-Wheel-Down towing is not available.
TOWING: FOUR
WhEELs DOWN.
four-wheel-down AVAilAbiliTy
Manual Automatic
2015 Cars Transmission Transmission
Fiesta (all except ST) Yes (1) Yes(1)(2)
Focus (all except ST and Electric) Yes (1) Yes (1)(2)
Fusion Hybrid N/A Yes (5)(7)
MKZ Hybrid N/A Yes (5)(7)(8)
Fusion Energi N/A Yes (5)(7)
MKZ 3.7L (FWD/AWD) N/A Yes (3)(4)(5)(8)
Taurus 3.5L/3.5L EcoBoost® (FWD/AWD) N/A Yes (3)(4)(5)
MKS 3.7L/3.5L EcoBoost® (FWD/AWD) N/A Yes (3)(4)(5)
2015 Crossovers
C-MAX Hybrid/C-MAX Energi N/A Yes (5)(7)
Flex 3.5L/MKT 3.7L (FWD/AWD) N/A Yes (3)(4)(5)
Flex/MKT 3.5L EcoBoost® (AWD) N/A Yes (3)(4)(5)
Edge 3.5L/2.7L EcoBoost® (FWD/AWD) N/A Yes (3)(4)(5)
MKX 3.7L (FWD/AWD) N/A Yes (3)(4)(5)
2015 SUVs and Trucks
Explorer 3.5L (FWD/AWD) N/A Yes (3)(4)(5)
Explorer 3.5L EcoBoost® (AWD) N/A Yes (3)(4)(5)
Expedition 4x4 N/A Yes (9)
F-150 4x4 N/A Yes (9)
F-250/F-350/F-450/F-550 Super Duty 4x4 N/A Yes (6)
(1) Maximum speed is 70 mph.
(2) Transmission must be in neutral during four-wheel-down towing (ignition must be “ON” before shifting into neutral, see Owner’s Manual).
(3) All-wheel-drive/Intelligent 4WD vehicles cannot be towed on a dolly. (4) Maximum speed with automatic transmission is 65 mph.
(5) Start the engine and allow it to run for five (5) minutes at the beginning of each day and every six (6) hours thereafter.
(6) Only with manual shift transfer case vehicles, not Electronic Shift-On-the-Fly or 4x2 vehicles. Transmission in neutral, manual transfer case shifted into neutral, both hub locks in FREE position – refer to Owner’s Manual. (7) Maximum speed with hybrid transmission is 70 mph.
(8) Select “Neutral Tow” mode – refer to Owner’s Manual.
(9) Place the transfer case and transmission in the neutral position and engage the four-wheel-down towing feature. See Owner’s Manual.
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dolly-Tow AVAilAbiliTy
2015 Ford Vehicles FWD RWD AWD/4WD
Fiesta/Fiesta ST Yes N/A N/A
Focus/Focus ST Yes N/A N/A
Focus Electric Yes N/A N/A
Mustang N/A No N/A
Fusion Yes N/A No
Fusion Hybrid Yes N/A N/A
Fusion Energi Yes N/A N/A
Taurus/Taurus SHO Yes N/A No Transit Connect Yes N/A N/A
C-MAX Hybrid Yes N/A N/A
C-MAX Energi Yes N/A N/A
Edge Yes N/A No
Flex Yes N/A No
Escape Yes N/A No
Explorer Yes N/A No
Expedition N/A No No
F-150 N/A No No
Super Duty Pickup/Chassis Cab N/A No No E-Series Cutaway/Stripped Chassis N/A No N/A
Transit N/A No N/A
2015 Lincoln Vehicles
MKS Yes N/A No
MKT Yes N/A No
Lincoln MKX Yes N/A No
MKC Yes N/A No
MKZ Yes N/A No
MKZ Hybrid Yes N/A N/A
Navigator N/A No No
N/A – Not applicable.
Tow-dollies allow you to tow your vehicle behind a RV or motorhome if you are unable to four-wheel-down your car, truck or SUV. Tow-dollies work by letting the front two wheels of the vehicle rest on it while the back two wheels stay on the ground. They are not as long as the traditional trailers, which makes turning corners much easier.
Before using the tow-dolly there are a few things you must know before towing. Read the manufacturer’s instructions that came with the tow-dolly before towing, loading or unloading the dolly. Attach the appropriate trailer hitch and drawbar hardware to the vehicle for the tow-dolly. Attach the dolly to the drawbar. The dolly should be completely secure and on level ground before the vehicle to be towed is put on or taken off the dolly. Drive the vehicle onto the dolly with its front wheels. Secure the vehicle to the tow-dolly according to the manufacturer’s instructions. Follow the instructions for attaching and connecting the auxiliary lights to the back of the vehicle being towed. Test the auxiliary lights to make sure that the turn signals, stop lamps, and running lights work properly.
TOW-DOLLy
FLExIbILITy.
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It is essential that your vehicle includes
any optional equipment needed to best
perform its expected towing tasks.
This equipment falls into two categories:
Required and Recommended.
Transit Connect
– For trailers over 1,500 pounds – Class I Trailer Tow Package
escape/mKC
– For trailers over 2,000 pounds – Class II Trailer Tow Package
edge/lincoln mKx
– For trailers over 1,500 pounds with 2.0L EcoBoost® engine and for trailers over
2,000 pounds with 3.5L V6 and 3.7L V6 engines – Class II Trailer Tow Package
explorer
– For trailers over 2,000 pounds – Class III Trailer Tow Package
flex/mKT
– For trailers over 2,000 pounds – Class III Trailer Tow Package
expedition/navigator
– For trailers over 6,600 pounds(Expedition) and 6,200 pounds (Navigator) – Heavy-Duty Trailer Tow Package
Transit Van and wagon
– For trailers over 5,000 pounds –Heavy-Duty Trailer Tow Package
f-150
– For trailers over 5,000 pounds – Trailer Tow Package or Max Trailer Tow Package
f-450/f-550 Chassis Cab
– For 35,000-pound GCWR on F-550;30,000-pound GCWR on F-450 – High-Capacity Trailer Tow Package
* Check with your dealer for additional requirements, restrictions and limited warranty details.
Metric Conversion – To obtain information in kilograms, multiply pounds by .45; to obtain information in kilometers, multiply miles by 1.6; to obtain information in square meters, multiply square feet by .09; to obtain information in centimeters, multiply inches by 2.54.
frontal Area
is the total area in square feet that a moving vehicle and trailer exposes to air resistance. The chart shows the limitations that must be considered in selecting a vehicle/ trailer combination. Exceeding these limitations may significantly reduce the performance of your towing vehicle. Selecting a trailer with a low-drag, rounded front design can help optimize performance efficiency.
reCommended
equipment
(where not required)
Includes items that can make towing easier, and are strongly recommended for strenuous towing conditions.
A weight-carrying hitch is recommended for all vehicles towing trailers less than 5,000 pounds.
required equipment
Includes items that must be installed.* Your New Vehicle Limited Warranty (see your dealer for a copy) may be voided if you tow without them.
TOWING
EqUIpMENT.
For a listing of all CUV/SUV/truck
standard and optional towing
equipment, see chart on page 14.
Frontal Area Limitations/
Vehicle Line Considerations With Transit Connect 20 sq. ft. All Applications
Mustang 12 sq. ft. All Applications
Taurus/MKS 12 sq. ft. All Applications Except Taurus SHO
MKZ 12 sq. ft. All Applications
Fusion 12 sq. ft. 2.5L I4 Engine and 1.5L EcoBoost® I4 Engine
20 sq. ft. 2.0L EcoBoost® I4 Engine
Edge/Lincoln MKX Base Vehicle Frontal Area (20 sq. ft.) Without Trailer Tow Package Class II
30 sq. ft. With Trailer Tow Package Class II
Escape/MKC Base Vehicle Frontal Area (20 sq. ft.) Without Trailer Tow Package Class II
30 sq. ft. With Trailer Tow Package Class II
Flex/MKT Base Vehicle Frontal Area (20 sq. ft.) Without Trailer Tow Package Class III
40 sq. ft. With Trailer Tow Package Class III
Explorer Base Vehicle Frontal Area (20 sq. ft.) Without Trailer Tow Package Class III
40 sq. ft. With Trailer Tow Package Class III
Expedition/Navigator Base Vehicle Frontal Area (36 sq. ft.) Without Heavy-Duty Trailer Tow Package
60 sq. ft. With Heavy-Duty Trailer Tow Package
E-Series Cutaway 60 sq. ft. All Applications
Transit 55 sq. ft. All Applications
F-150 Base Vehicle Frontal Area (36.6 sq. ft.) Without Trailer Tow Package or Payload Package
55 sq. ft. Any Powertrain with Trailer Towing Package or Payload Package and Trailer Towing Ratings Between 5,001 and 7,700 lbs.
60 sq. ft. Any Powertrain with Trailer Towing Package or Payload Package and
Trailer Towing Ratings 7,701 lbs. and Greater
75 sq. ft. All 5th-Wheel and Gooseneck Applications with Any Powertrain with Trailer Towing Package or Payload Package
F-250/F-350/F-450/F-550 Super Duty 75 sq. ft. All 5th-Wheel and Gooseneck Applications
60 sq. ft. All Other Applications
fronTAl AreA ConsiderATions
Note: Fusion, MKZ, Escape, MKC, Flex, MKT, Transit Connect, Transit, F-150 and F-450 Super Duty pickup calculated with SAE J2807 method.
14 14 Super Duty Chassis Cab (5th-Wheel) F-150 Pickup (5th-Wheel) Navigator 26,600 26,500 19,000 16,000 12,200 12,100 9,000 7,500 5,000 4,500 3,500 2,000 Transit
Van/Wagon Explorer MKTFlex EscapeMKC Edge Lincoln MKX Fusion Transit Connect Super Duty Pickup (5th-Wheel) Super Duty Pickup (Conventional) Super Duty Chassis Cab (Conventional) F-150 Pickup (Conventional) 1,000 Mustang Taurus MKS MKZ Super Duty Pickup (Gooseneck) 31,200 Expedition 9,200
Maximum trailer weights in pounds for properly equipped vehicles with no cargo
(1) Available with 2.0/2.3L EcoBoost® I4 only. Available as dealer accessory with 2.5L I4 engine and 1.6L EcoBoost® I4 engine.
(2) Blade-style female connector including relay system for backup/B+/running lights. (3) Not included if Trailer Brake Controller is ordered. (4) In-cab, no controller (SRW). (5) F-350 DRW; F-450. (6) SRW only. (7) Not included with EcoBoost® engine. (8) F-450 only. (9) F-350 DRW 4x4 Crew Cab only. (10) Wide track axle. (11) Not available with 4x4.
Notes: • Content may vary depending on model, trim and/or powertrain. See
your dealer for specific content information.
• Trailer Towing Package recommended for all light trucks that will be used for towing to help ensure easy, proper connection of trailer lights.
Transit F-250/ F-350/ F-350/
Connect Edge/ Transit F-350/F-450 F-350 F-450/F-550 F-450/F-550 F-450/F-550 Van/ Lincoln Flex/ Escape/ Expedition/ Expedition/ Van/ Super Duty Super Duty Super Duty Super Duty Super Duty Wagon MKX MKT MKC Explorer Navigator Navigator Wagon F-150 F-150 F-150 F-150 Pickup Pickup(9) Chassis Cab Chassis Cab Chassis Cab
Model (Option Code) (53T) (53G) (53G) (536)(1) (52T) (Std.) (536) (53B) (Std.) (53B) (53A) (53C) (Standard) (535) (Standard) (531) (535)
7-Wire Harness & 7-Pin Connector – – – – – – / – – / – – – – – – – – – – –
7-Wire Harness & 4-/7-Pin Connector – – X – X – / X X /(Std.) X(2) – X X X X (Std.) – – –
7-Wire Harness (Blunt Cut) with Relays – – – – – – / – – / – – – – – – – – X (Std.) (Std.)
Trailer Wiring Harness (4-Pin) X X – X – X / – – / – – X – – – – – – – –
Hitch Receiver (See chart on page 28) X X X X X X / X (Std.)/(Std.) X – X X X X (Std.) – – –
Aux. Auto Trans. Oil Cooler – – – – – – / X X /(Std.) – – – X X – – – – –
Upgraded Cooling Fans – X – – – – / – – / – – – – – – – – – – –
Radiator Upgrade – X – – – – / X X /(Std.) – – – – – – – – – –
Heavy-Duty Flashers – – – – – X / X (Std.)/(Std.) – – – – – – – – – –
Smart Trailer Tow Connector – – – – – – / – – / – – – X X X – – – – –
Upgraded Front Stabilizer Bar – – – – – – / – – / – – – – X X – – – – –
Trailer Brake Wiring/Feed Kit – – – – – – / – – / – – – – – – X(4) (Std.)(4) X(4) X X(3)
Max Front Springs – – – – – – / – – / – – – – – – – X – – –
Upgraded Rear Axle – – – – – – / – – / – – – – – X X(8) X(10) – – X
Increased GCW (6.7L) – – – – – – / – – / – – – – – – X(8) X – – X
Upgraded Rear Bumper – – – – – – / – – / – – – – – X – – – – –
Rear Stabilizer Bar – – – – – – / – – / – – – – – – X(5) (Std.) X (Std.) (Std.)
Rear Load-Leveling Suspension – – – – – – / X(11) – /(Std.) – – – – – – – – – –
Electronic Brake Wiring Kit – – – – – – / X X /(Std.) – – – – – – – – – –
Electric Brake Controller Tap-In Capability – – – – – – / – – / – X – – – – – – – – –
Trailer Brake Controller – – – – – – / – X / – – – – – X X(5) (Std.) – – –
Trailer Sway Control X X X X (Std.) X / X (Std.)/(Std.) – X (Std.) (Std.) (Std.) X (Std.) X(6) (Std.)(6) –
Engine Oil Cooler (3.5L/3.7L) – – X(7) – X – / – – / – – – – X – – – – – –
CuV/suV/TruCK Towing equiPmenT & TrAiler Towing PACKAges
Select column with transmission, cab design and drive system (4x2 or 4x4) you prefer. Read down column to find the trailer weight that can be towed with engine/axle ratio combinations listed at left. GCWR column shows maximum allowable combined weight of vehicle, trailer and cargo (including passengers) for each engine/axle ratio combination. Maximum Loaded Trailer Weight assumes a towing vehicle with any mandatory options, no cargo, tongue load of 10–15% (conventional trailer) or king pin weight of 15–25% (5th-wheel trailer) and driver only (150 pounds). Weight of additional options, passengers, cargo and hitch must be deducted from this weight. Also check Required and Recommended Equipment on page 13.
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If your vehicle will be registered in California, Connecticut, Delaware, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Jersey, New York, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont or Washington, check with your Ford dealer to be sure the desired powertrain/axle ratio is available in your area.
F-150 CONVENTIONAL TOWING
(1)(2)– Maximum Loaded Trailer Weight (lbs.)
Automatic Transmission REGuLAR CAb SupERCAb SupERCREW®
Axle GCWR 4x2 4x4 4x2 4x4 4x2 4x4 Engine Ratio (Lbs.) 122" Wb 141" Wb 122" Wb 141" Wb 145" Wb 164" Wb 145" Wb 164" Wb 145" Wb 157" Wb 145" Wb 157" Wb 3.5L 4-Valve V6 3.55 9,400 5,000 – – – – – – – – – – – 9,500 – 5,000 – – – – – – – – – – 9,800 – – – – 5,000 – – – – – – – 9,900 – – – – – – – – 5,000 – – – 3.73 12,000 7,600 – – – – – – – – – – – 12,100 – 7,600 – – – – – – – – – – 12,200 – – 7,500 7,400 7,400 – 7,200 – 7,300 – 7,100 – 2.7L GTDI V6 3.31 12,200 7,600 – – – – – – – – – – – 12,300 – 7,600 – – – – – – – – – – 12,500 – – – – 7,600 – – – – – – – 12,600 – – – – – 7,600 – – 7,600 7,600 – – 3.55 12,500 – – 7,600 7,600 – – – – – – – – 12,700 – – – – – – 7,600 – – – – – 12,800 – – – – – – – – – – 7,600 – 3.73 13,100 8,500 8,400 – – 8,200 8,100 – – 8,100 8,100 – – 13,300 – 8,500(3) 8,400 8,400/ 8,300(3) 8,200(3) 8,200/ – 8,200(3) 8,200(3) 8,100/ – 8,300(3) 8,100(3) 8,000(3) 5.0L 4-Valve V8 3.31 13,000 8,400 – – – – – – – – – – – 13,200 – – 8,300 – – – – – – – – – 13,900 – 9,100 – – – – – – – – – – 14,100 – – – 9,100 – – – – – – – – 14,200 – – – – 9,200 – – – 9,100 9,100 – – 14,300 – – – – – 9,200 9,100 9,000 – – 9,000 8,900 3.55 13,200 – – 8,300 – – – – – – – – – 13,800 9,200 – – – – – – – – – – – 14,100 – – – 9,100 – – – – – – – – 14,400 – – – – – – 9,200 – – – 9,100 – 14,500 – – – – – – – 9,100 – – – 9,100 14,900 – 10,100 – – – – – – – – – – 15,200 – – – – 10,200 – – – 10,100 10,100 – – 15,300 – – – – – 10,200 – – – – – – 3.73 14,600 – – 9,700 – – – – – – – – – 16,000(4) – 11,000(5)/ – – – – – – – – – – 11,100(6) 16,100(4) – – – 10,900(5) – – – – – – – – 16,200 – – – 11,000(6)/ – – 11,000 10,900 – – 10,900 10,800 11,100 16,200(4) – – – – – 10,800(5)/ – 10,600(5)/ – 10,800(5) – 10,500(5)/ 11,000(6) 10,700(6) 10,900(6) 10,600(6) 3.5L GTDI V6 3.15 15,500 – 10,700 – – – – – – – – – – 15,800 – – – – 10,800 – – – 10,700 – – – 15,900 – – – – – 10,700 – – – 10,700 – – 3.31 15,800 – – – 10,700 – – – – – – – – 16,000 – – – – – – 10,700 – – – – – 16,100 – – – – – – – – – – 10,700 10,700 16,200 – – – – – – – 10,800 – – – – 3.55 15,800 – – – 10,700 – – – – – – – – 16,000 – – – – – – 10,700 – – – – – 16,100 – – – – – – – – – – 10,700 10,700 16,200 – – – – – – – 10,800 – – – – 16,900(7) – – – – – – – – – – 11,500 – 17,000(7) – 12,200 – – – – – – 11,900 – – – 17,100(7) – – – 12,000 12,100 11,900 11,800 11,700 – 11,900 – 11,700 3.73 17,000(4) – – – 11,800(5) – – – – – – – 11,400(5) 17,100(4) – 12,000(5)/ – 11,900(6) – 11,700(5)/ – 11,500(5)/ – 11,700(5) – 11,500(6) 12,100(6) 11,900(6) 11,600(6) 11,800(6) (1) Calculated with SAE J2807 method. (2) Maximum loaded trailer weight requires weight-distributing hitch. See page 28 for additional information. (3) Requires 2.7L EcoBoost® Payload Package.
(4) Requires Heavy-Duty Payload Package. (5) Includes 17" tires and wheels. (6) Includes 18" tires and wheels. (7) Requires Max Trailer Tow Package.
Notes: • Do not exceed trailer weight of 5,000 lbs. when towing with bumper only.
• Trailer tongue load weight should be 10-15% of total loaded trailer weight. Make sure vehicle payload (reduce by option weight) will accommodate trailer tongue load weight and weight of passengers and cargo added to towing vehicle. Addition of trailer tongue load weight and weight of passengers and cargo cannot cause vehicle weights to exceed rear GAWR or GVWR. These ratings can be found on the vehicle Safety Compliance Certification Label.
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F-150 5th-WHEEL TOWING
(1)(2)– Maximum Loaded Trailer Weight (lbs.)
Automatic Transmission REGuLAR CAb SupERCAb SupERCREW®
Axle GCWR 4x2 4x4 4x2 4x4 4x2 4x4 Engine Ratio (Lbs.) 122" Wb 141" Wb 122" Wb 141" Wb 145" Wb 164" Wb 145" Wb 164" Wb 145" Wb 157" Wb 145" Wb 157" Wb 3.5L 4-Valve V6 3.55 9,400 4,900 – – – – – – – – – – – 9,500 – 4,900 – – – – – – – – – – 9,800 – – – – 4,900 – – – – – – – 9,900 – – – – – – – – 4,900 – – – 3.73 12,000 7,500 – – – – – – – – – – – 12,100 – 7,500 – – – – – – – – – – 12,200 – – 7,400 7,300 7,300 – 7,100 – 7,200 – 7,000 – 2.7L GTDI V6 3.31 11,600 – – – – – – – – – – – – 12,200 7,500 – – – – – – – – – – – 12,300 – 7,500 – – – – – – – – – – 12,500 – – – – 7,500 – – – – – – – 12,600 – – – – – 7,500 – – 7,400 7,500 – – 3.55 11,900 – – – – – – – – – – – – 12,500 – – 7,500 7,500 – – – – – – – – 12,700 – – – – – – 7,500 – – – – – 12,800 – – – – – – – – – – 7,300 – 3.73 12,100 – – – – – – – – – – – – 12,400 – – – – – – – – – – – – 12,700 – – – – – – – – – – – – 13,100 8,200 8,300 – – 7,800 7,900 – – 7,400 7,500 – – 13,300 – 8,400(3) 7,600 8,300/ 8,200(3) 8,100(3) 7,500/ – 8,100(3) 8,100(3) 7,300/ – 8,200(3) 8,000(3) 7,900(3) 5.0L 4-Valve V8 3.31 13,000 8,300 – – – – – – – – – – – 13,200 – – 8,200 – – – – – – – – – 13,900 – 9,000 – – – – – – – – – – 14,100 – – – 9,000 – – – – – – – – 14,200 – – – – 9,100 – – – 9,000 9,000 – – 14,300 – – – – – 9,100 9,000 8,900 – – 8,900 8,800 3.55 13,200 – – 8,200 – – – – – – – – – 13,800 9,100 – – – – – – – – – – – 14,100 – – – 9,000 – – – – – – – – 14,400 – – – – – – 9,100 – – – 9,000 – 14,500 – – – – – – – 9,000 – – – 9,000 14,900 – 10,000 – – – – – – – – – – 15,200 – – – – 10,100 – – – 10,000 10,000 – – 15,300 – – – – – 10,100 – – – – – – 3.73 14,600 – – 9,300 – – – – – – – – – 16,000(4) – 11,000(5)(6) – – – – – – – – – – 16,100 – – – 10,900(4)(5) – – – – – – – – 11,000/ 10,900 10,100/ 10,800 10,400/ 16,200 – – – – 10,800 10,700(4)(5)/ – 10,300 10,600(4)(5)/ 10,900(4)(6) (4)(5)(6) 10,600(4)(6) (4)(5)(6) 10,500(6) 3.5L GTDI V6 3.15 15,500 – 10,600 – – – – – – – – – – 15,800 – – – – 10,600 – – – 10,200 – – – 15,900 – – – – – 10,600 – – – 10,400 – – 3.31 15,800 – – – 10,600 – – – – – – – – 16,000 – – – – – – 10,500 – – – – – 16,100 – – – – – – – – – – 9,900 10,100 16,200 – – – – – – – 10,500 – – – – 3.55 15,800 – – – 10,600 – – – – – – – – 16,000 – – – – – – 10,500 – – – – – 16,100 – – – – – – – – – – 9,900 10,100 16,200 – – – – – – – 10,500 – – – – 16,900(7) – – – – – – – – – – 9,900 – 17,000(7) – 12,100 – – – – – – 10,200 – – – 17,100(7) – – – 11,900 10,600 11,800 10,500 10,500 – 10,400 – 10,100 3.73 17,000(4) – – – 11,800(5) – – – – – – – 11,400(5) 17,100(4) – 12,100(5)/ – 11,800(6) – 11,800(5)(6) – 11,600(5)/ – 11,700(5)(6) – 11,400(6) 12,000(6) 11,500(6)
(1) Calculated with SAE J2807 method. (2) Vehicles equipped with 5.5' box will accept a 5th-wheel hitch, but current 5th-wheel trailer designs are not compatible with this model (145" wb. SuperCrew). (3) Requires 2.7L EcoBoost® Payload Package. (4) Requires Heavy-Duty Payload Package. (5) Includes 17" tires and wheels. (6) Includes 18" tires and wheels. (7) Requires Max Trailer Tow Package.
Notes: Trailer king pin load weight should be 15-25% of total loaded trailer weight. Make sure vehicle
payload (reduce by option weight) will accommodate trailer king pin load weight and weight of passengers and cargo added to towing vehicle. Addition of trailer tongue load weight and weight of passengers and cargo cannot cause vehicle weights to exceed rear GAWR or GVWR. These ratings can be found on the vehicle Safety Compliance Certification Label.
If your vehicle will be registered in California, Connecticut, Delaware, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Jersey, New York, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont or Washington, check with your Ford dealer to be sure the desired powertrain/axle ratio is available in your area.
TRaileR Towing SelecToR
Model F-150
Max. Tailgate Height* 56-60 inches
Tailgate Clearance Considerations
Note: Vehicles with other configurations may
have varying tailgate heights.
*Distance from ground to top of closed tailgate.
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maximum loaded Trailer weight (lbs.)
Automatic regulAr CAb suPerCAb Crew CAb
Transmission F-250/F-350 F-250/F-350 F-350 F-350 F-250/F-350 F-250 F-350 F-350 F-350 F-250/F-350 F-250 F-350 F-350 F-350 F-450 Axle GCWR SRW SRW DRW DRW SRW SRW SRW DRW DRW SRW SRW SRW DRW DRW DRW Engine Ratio (Lbs.) 4x2 4x4 4x2 4x4 4x2 4x4 4x4 4x2 4x4 4x2 4x4 4x4 4x2 4x4 4x4 6.2L SOHC V8 3.73 19,200 12,500 12,500 – – 12,500 12,400 12,300 – – 12,500 12,200 12,100 – – – FFV 19,800 – – 13,200 12,700 – – – 12,800 12,400 – – – 12,500 12,100 – 4.30 22,200 12,500 12,500 – – 12,500 12,500 12,500 – – 12,500 12,500 12,500 – – – 22,800 – – 16,100 15,700 – – – 15,700 15,300 – – – 15,500 15,100 – 6.7L V8 3.31 23,500 12,500 12,500 – – 14,000 14,000 14,000 – – 14,000 14,000 14,000 – – – Turbo Diesel 3.55 23,500 12,500 12,500 – – 14,000 14,000 14,000 – – 14,000 14,000 14,000 – – – 3.73 32,100 – – 19,000 19,000 – – – 19,000 19,000 – – – 19,000 19,000 – 32,100(2) – – 19,000 19,000 – – – 19,000 19,000 – – – 19,000 19,000 – 4.30 35,000(3) – – – – – – – – – – – – – 19,000 – 40,400 – – – – – – – – – – – – – – 19,000(6)
f-250/f-350/f-450 suPer duTy PiCKuPs 5th-wheel/gooseneCK Towing
6.2L SOHC V8 3.73 19,200 12,900 12,500 – – 12,700/12,600 12,300 12,200 – – 12,400 12,100 12,000 – – – FFV 19,800 – – 13,100 12,600 – – – 12,700 12,200 – – – 12,400 12,000 – 4.30 22,200 15,900 15,500 – – 15,700/15,600 15,300 15,200 – – 15,400 15,100 15,000 – – – 22,800 – – 16,700 15,600 – – – 15,700 15,200 – – – 15,400 15,000 – 6.7L V8 3.31 23,500 16,600/16,500 16,200/16,100 – – 16,300/16,200 15,900 15,900 – – 16,100/16,000 15,100 15,700 – – – Turbo Diesel 3.55 23,500 16,600/16,500 16,200/16,100 – – 16,300/16,200 15,900 15,900 – – 16,100/16,000 15,100 15,700 – – – 3.73 32,100 – – 24,700 24,300 – – – 24,200 23,800 – – – 24,000 23,500 – 32,100(2) – – 25,300 24,900 – – – 24,800 24,400 – – – 24,600 24,200 – 4.30 35,000(3) – – – – – – – – – – – – – 26,500(4) – 40,400 – – – – – – – – – – – – – – 26,500(4)(6) – – – – – – – – – – – – – – 31,200(5)(6)
(1) Maximum loaded trailer weight requires weight-distributing hitch. See page 28 for additional information. (2) Pickup Box Delete Option. (3) Available with High-Capacity Trailer Tow Package only. (4) 5th-wheel towing capacity limited by availability of 26.5K hitch. (5) Gooseneck towing capacity. (6) F-450 calculated with SAE J2807 method.
Notes: • This information also applies to models with Pickup Box Delete Option (66D).
• Trailer tongue (trailer king pin for 5th-wheel towing) load weight should be 10-15% (15-25% for 5th-wheel towing) of total loaded trailer weight. Make sure vehicle payload (reduce by option weight) will accommodate trailer tongue (trailer king pin for 5th-wheel towing) load weight and weight of passengers and cargo added to towing vehicle. Addition of trailer tongue (trailer king pin for 5th-wheel towing) load weight and weight of passengers and cargo must not cause vehicle weights to exceed rear GAWR or GVWR. These ratings can be found on the vehicle Safety Compliance Certification Label.
f-250/f-350/f-450 suPer duTy
®PiCKuPs ConVenTionAl Towing
(1)Model f-250 f-350 srw f-350 drw f-450 drw Max. Tailgate Height* 56-57 inches 59-60 inches 56-57 inches 56-57 inches
Tailgate Clearance Considerations when Towing a 5th-wheel or gooseneck Trailer
Note: Vehicles with other configurations may have
varying tailgate heights.
*Distance from ground to top of closed tailgate.
If your vehicle will be registered in California, Connecticut, Delaware, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, New York, Oregon, Rhode Island, or Vermont, check with your Ford dealer to be sure the desired powertrain/axle ratio is available in your area.
TRAILER TOWING sELEcTOR
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f-350/f-450/f-550 suPer duTy
®ChAssis CAbs ConVenTionAl Towing
(1)(2)Trailer weights shown assume 875-lb.–1,000-lb. second-unit body weight. Be sure combined weight of vehicle and trailer does not exceed listed GCWR.
maximum loaded Trailer weight (lbs.)
Automatic regulAr ChAssis CAb suPer ChAssis CAb Crew ChAssis CAb Transmission F-350 F-350 F-350 F-350 F-450 F-450 F-550 F-550 F-350 F-350 F-350 F-350 F-450 F-450 F-550 F-550 F-350 F-350 F-350 F-350 F-450 F-450 F-550 F-550 Axle GCWR 4x2 4x4 4x2 4x4 4x2 4x4 4x2 4x4 4x2 4x4 4x2 4x4 4x2 4x4 4x2 4x4 4x2 4x4 4x2 4x4 4x2 4x4 4x2 4x4 Engine Ratio (Lbs.) SRW SRW DRW DRW DRW DRW DRW DRW SRW SRW DRW DRW DRW DRW DRW DRW SRW SRW DRW DRW DRW DRW DRW DRW 6.2L 3.73 19,000 12,400 12,100 – – – – – – 12,100 11,700 – – – – – – 11,900 11,400 – – – – – – SOHC V8 19,500 – – 12,400 12,000 – – – – – – 12,000 11,600 – – – – – – 11,800 11,400 – – – – FFV 4.30 22,000 12,500 12,500 – – – – – – 12,500 12,500 – – – – – – 12,500 12,500 – – – – – – 22,500 – – 15,000 15,000 – – – – – – 15,000 14,600 – – – – – – 14,800 14,400 – – – – 6.8L 4.88 26,000 – – – – 16,000 16,000 16,000 16,000 – – – – 16,000 16,000 16,000 16,000 – – – – 16,000 16,000 16,000 16,000 SOHC V10 6.7L V8 3.73 23,500 12,500 12,500 – – – – – – 12,500 12,500 – – – – – – 12,500 12,500 – – – – – – Turbo 24,500 – – 15,000 15,000 – – – – – – 15,000 15,000 – – – – – – 15,000 15,000 – – – – Diesel 4.10 24,500 – – 15,000 15,000 – – – – – – 15,000 15,000 – – – – – – 15,000 15,000 – – – – 26,000 – – – – 16,000 16,000 16,000 16,000 – – – – 16,000 16,000 16,000 16,000 – – – – 16,000 16,000 16,000 16,000 4.30 30,000(3) – – – – 16,000 16,000 – – – – – – 16,000 16,000 – – – – – – 16,000 16,000 – – 35,000(3) – – – – – – 16,000 16,000 – – – – – – 16,000 16,000 – – – – – – 16,000 16,000 4.88 26,000 – – – – – – 16,000 16,000 – – – – – – 16,000 16,000 – – – – – – 16,000 16,000 35,000(3) – – – – – – 16,000 16,000 – – – – – – 16,000 16,000 – – – – – – 16,000 16,000
f-350/f-450/f-550 suPer duTy ChAssis CAbs 5th-wheel Towing
6.2L 3.73 19,000 12,400 12,100 – – – – – – 12,100 11,700 – – – – – – 11,900 11,400 – – – – – – SOHC V8 19,500 – – 12,400 12,000 – – – – – – 12,000 11,600 – – – – – – 11,800 11,400 – – – – FFV 4.30 22,000 15,400 15,100 – – – – – – 15,100 14,700 – – – – – – 14,900 14,300 – – – – – – 22,500 – – 15,400 15,000 – – – – – – 15,000 14,600 – – – – – – 14,800 14,400 – – – – 6.8L 4.88 26,000 – – – – 18,300 18,000 18,300 18,000 – – – – 17,900 17,600 17,900 17,600 – – – – 17,700 17,300 17,700 17,300 SOHC V10 6.7L V8 3.73 23,500 16,200 15,600 – – – – – – 15,700 15,200 – – – – – – 15,300 14,900 – – – – – – Turbo 24,500 – – 16,600 16,200 – – – – – – 16,300 15,800 – – – – – – 16,000 15,600 – – – – Diesel 4.10 24,500 – – 16,600 16,200 – – – – – – 16,300 15,800 – – – – – – 16,000 15,600 – – – – 26,000 – – – – 17,600 17,200 17,600 17,200 – – – – 17,100 16,700 17,100 16,700 – – – – 16,900 16,500 16,900 16,500 4.30 30,000(3) – – – – 21,600 21,200 – – – – – – 21,100 20,700 – – – – – – 20,900 20,500 – – 35,000(3) – – – – – – 26,600 26,200 – – – – – – 26,100 25,700 – – – – – – 25,900 25,500 4.88 26,000 – – – – – – 17,400 17,100 – – – – – – 16,900 16,600 – – – – – – 16,700 16,400 35,000(3) – – – – – – 26,400 26,100 – – – – – – 25,900 25,600 – – – – – – 25,700 25,400
(1) Maximum loaded trailer weight requires weight-distributing hitch. See page 28 for additional information. (2) Super Duty Chassis Cab does not offer a conventional hitch receiver as a factory-installed option. (3) Available with High-Capacity Trailer Tow Package only.
Note: Trailer tongue (trailer king pin for 5th-wheel towing) load weight should be 10-15% (15-25% for 5th-wheel towing) of total loaded trailer weight. Make sure vehicle payload (reduce by option
weight) will accommodate trailer tongue (trailer king pin for 5th-wheel towing) load weight and weight of passengers and cargo added to towing vehicle. Addition of trailer tongue (trailer king pin for 5th-wheel towing) load weight and weight of passengers and cargo must not cause vehicle weights to exceed rear GAWR or GVWR. These ratings can be found on the vehicle Safety Compliance Certification Label.
Metric Conversion – To obtain information in kilograms, multiply pounds by .45; to obtain information in centimeters, multiply inches by 2.54.
If your vehicle will be registered in California, Connecticut, Delaware, Georgia, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, or Vermont, check with your Ford dealer to be sure the desired powertrain/axle ratio is available in your area.
TRAILER TOWING sELEcTOR
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Max. GVWR Max. GCWR Max. Trailer Weight
16,000 lbs. 23,000 lbs. 7,000 lbs. 18,000 lbs. 23,000 lbs. 5,000 lbs. 20,500 lbs. 26,000 lbs. 5,500 lbs. 22,000 lbs. 26,000 lbs. 4,000 lbs. 24,000 lbs. 30,000 lbs. 6,000 lbs. 26,000 lbs. 30,000 lbs. 4,000 lbs.
Note: Towing vehicle’s braking system is rated for operation at GVWR –
NOT GCWR. Separate functional brake systems should be used for safe control of towed vehicles or trailers weighing more than 1,500 lbs. when loaded.
suPer duTy
Class A motorhome Chassis
Max. GVWR Max. GCWR Max. Trailer Weight
16,000 lbs. 23,000 lbs. 7,000 lbs.
19,500 lbs. 26,000 lbs. 6,500 lbs.
22,000 lbs. 26,000 lbs. 4,000 lbs.
Note: Towing vehicle’s braking system is rated for operation at GVWR –
NOT GCWR. Separate functional brake systems should be used for safe control of towed vehicles or trailers weighing more than 1,500 lbs. when loaded.
suPer duTy
Commercial stripped Chassis
Model Max. GVWR Max. GCWR
F-650 Pro Loader (Kick-Up Frame) 20,500-26,000 lbs. *
F-650 (Straight Frame) 20,940-29,000 lbs. *
F-750 25,999-37,000 lbs. *
f-650/f-750 suPer duTy
®Chassis Cabs
diesel engine
* Specific GCWR and Maximum Trailer Weight applicable to a given F-650/F-750 model depend on many variables and customer performance expectations. See your Ford dealership sales consultant for a Commercial Truck Tools (CTT) performance evaluation for a specific vehicle/trailer configuration.
gas engine
Model Max. GVWR Max. GCWR
F-650 Pro Loader (Kick-Up Frame) 20,780-26,000 lbs. 33,000 lbs.
F-650 (Straight Frame) 20,940-30,000 lbs. 33,000 lbs.
E-350 Super Duty Cutaway GCWRs: – 5.4L V8/5R110W – 13,000 lbs. – 6.8L V10/5R110W – 18,500 lbs. E-450 Super Duty Cutaway GCWRs: – 5.4L V8/5R110W – 14,050 lbs. – 6.8L V10/5R110W – 22,000 lbs.
E-350 Super Duty Stripped Chassis GCWRs: – 5.4L V8/5R110W – 13,000 lbs. – 6.8L V10/5R110W – 18,500 lbs. E-450 Super Duty
Stripped Chassis GCWRs: – 5.4L V8/5R110W – 14,050 lbs. – 6.8L V10/5R110W – 22,000 lbs.
e-series Cutaway & stripped Chassis
To determine Maximum Trailer Weight, subtract your vehicle’s GVWR from the following GCWRs:
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Metric Conversion – To obtain information in kilograms, multiply pounds by .45; to obtain information in centimeters, multiply inches by 2.54.
Automatic Transmission Van WaGOn
T-150/250 T-150/250 T-250 T-350 T-350 T-350 T-250 T-350 T-150 T-150 T-350 T-350 T-350 T-350 T-150/250 MWB T-150/250 LWB LWB LWB LWB LWB LWB LWB MWB MWB LWB LWB LWB LWB
Axle GCWR MWB Medium LWB Medium High Low Medium High Extended Extended Low Medium Low Medium High Extended
Engine Ratio (Lbs.) Low Roof Roof Low Roof Roof Roof Roof Roof Roof High Roof High Roof Roof Roof Roof Roof Roof High Roof
3.7L DOHC V6 3.73 10,800 5,300 5,200 5,200 5,100 5,000 5,200 5,100 5,000 4,800 4,800 4,700 4,600 4,200 4,100 4,000 – 4.10 11,200 – – – – – – – – – – 5,100 5,000 4,600 4,500 4,400 – 12,125 6,600 6,600 6,500 6,400 6,300 6,500 6,400 6,300 6,100 6,100 – – – – – – 3.5L V6 3.31 11,200 5,600 5,600 5,500 5,400 5,300 5,500 5,400 5,300 5,100 5,100 5,000 5,000 4,600 4,500 4,400 3,800 EcoBoost® 3.73 11,200 – – – – – – – – – – 5,000 5,000 4,600 4,500 4,400 3,800 12,600 7,000 7,000 6,900 6,800 6,700 6,900 6,800 6,700 6,500 6,500 – – – – – – 13,000 – – – – – – – – – 6,700 – – – – – – 3.2L I5 3.31 10,600 4,700 4,600 4,600 4,600 4,400 – – – 4,200 4,000 – – 3,700 3,600 3,500 2,900 Power Stroke 3.73 11,200 – – – – – – – – – – – – 4,300 4,200 4,100 3,500 Diesel 13,500 7,500 7,500 7,500 7,500 7,300 – – – 7,100 6,900 – – – – – –
(1) Calculated with SAE J2807 method. (2) Properly equipped.
TransiT Van/WaGOn
(1)– Maximum Loaded Trailer Weight (lbs.)
(2)TRaileR Towing SelecToR
Automatic Transmission cuTaWay chassis cab
T-350 T-350
Axle GCWR T-250 T-250 T-350 T-350 Extended T-250 T-250 T-350 T-350 Extended
Engine Ratio (Lbs.) MWB LWB MWB LWB LWB MWB LWB MWB LWB LWB
3.7L V6 4.10 12,125 6,700 6,500 6,500 6,500 6,700 6,600 6,400 6,500 6,400 6,000
3.2L I5 3.73 13,500 7,500 7,500 7,500 7,500 7,100 7,500 7,500 7,500 7,500 7,100
TransiT cuTaWay/chassis cab – Maximum Loaded Trailer Weight (lbs.)
Trailer weights shown assume 1,000-lb. second-unit body weight. Be sure combined weight of vehicle and trailer does not exceed listed GCWR.
