INDEX
Subject Page Number
Camper Information 2-4
Trailer Towing Tips 5-9
Trailer Towing Weight Definitions 10-11
Trailer Towing Applications—Trailer Weights/Frontal Area Considerations/Required Equipment:
— Escape 12
— Ranger 13
— Explorer 4-Door 14
— Explorer Sport Trac 15
— E-Series Van/Crew Van/Cutaway/Chassis Cab/Stripped Chassis 16
— E-Series Wagon 17
— Expedition 18
— Excursion 19
— F-150 Heritage Pickup Conventional Towing 20
— F-150 Pickup Conventional Towing 21
— Super Duty F-250-350 Regular Cab Pickup Conventional Towing 22 — Super Duty F-250-350 SuperCab Pickup Conventional Towing 23 — Super Duty F-250-350 Crew Cab Pickup Conventional Towing 24
— F-150 Heritage Pickup Fifth Wheel Towing 25
— F-150 Pickup Fifth Wheel Towing 26
CAMPER INFORMATION
Slide-in Camper Installation• Ford Motor Company recommends that you consult with 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
• 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 the cabover portion of the camper clears the roof of the truck cab
Camper Center Of Gravity Information/Location
• All Styleside pickups that are qualified for slide-in camper bodies will have the camper center-of-gravity included on the Consumer Information Sheet, which is placed in the vehicle’s glove box
• Data are calculated for each individual truck based on vehicle options
• If the vehicle is not qualified for camper usage, the Consumer Information Sheet will state that the vehicle is not recommended for camper usage, and no center-of-gravity data will be shown
Slide-in Camper Selector
• Combined weight of vehicle, camper body, occupants and cargo must not exceed Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR)
CAMPER INFORMATION
Slide-In Camper Data — F-150 Pickup
Minimum Equipment
Model W.B. GVWR(lbs.)
Maximum Cargo
Weight Rating
(lbs.) Engine RecommendedAxle Ratio F-150
Heritage 4x2 Regular Cab 138.5″ 6600 1985 4.6L V-8 3.55 F-150 4x2 Regular Cab 144.5″ 8200 2605 5.4L V-8 Standard
4x4 Regular Cab 144.5″ 8200 2175 5.4L V-8 Standard 4x2 SuperCab 163.0″ 8200 1845 5.4L V-8 Standard 4x4 SuperCab 163.0″ 8200 1420 5.4L V-8 Standard
CAMPER INFORMATION
Slide-In Camper Data — Super Duty F-Series Pickup
Minimum Equipment(1)
Model W.B. GVWR(lbs.)
Maximum Cargo Weight Rating (lbs.) Gas
F-350(2) 4x2 SRW Regular Cab 137.0″ 9700 3870 3190 4x2 SRW Regular Cab 137.0″ 9900 4070 3390 4x2 DRW Regular Cab 137.0″ 11,000 4940 4190 4x2 DRW Regular Cab 137.0″ 11,200 5140 — 4x2 DRW Regular Cab 137.0″ 11,500 — 4690 4x2 SRW SuperCab 141.8″ 9700 3225 2545 4x2 SRW SuperCab 141.8″ 9900 3425 2745 4x2 SRW SuperCab 158.0″ 9700 3065 2385 4x2 SRW SuperCab 158.0″ 9900 3265 2585 4x2 DRW SuperCab 158.0″ 11,000 4135 3385 4x2 DRW SuperCab 158.0″ 11,200 4335 — 4x2 DRW SuperCab 158.0″ 11,500 — 3885 4x2 SRW Crew Cab 156.2″ 9700 2990 2310 4x2 SRW Crew Cab 156.2″ 9900 3190 2510 4x2 DRW Crew Cab 156.2″ 11,000 4060 3360 4x2 DRW Crew Cab 156.2″ 11,200 4260 — 4x2 DRW Crew Cab 156.2″ 11,500 — 3860 4x2 SRW Crew Cab 172.4″ 9700 2845 2165 4x2 SRW Crew Cab 172.4″ 9900 3045 2365 4x2 DRW Crew Cab 172.4″ 11,000 3915 3215 4x2 DRW Crew Cab 172.4″ 11,200 4115 — 4x2 DRW Crew Cab 172.4″ 11,500 — 3715 4x4 SRW Regular Cab 137.0″ 9700 3450 2740 4x4 SRW Regular Cab 137.0″ 9900 3650 2940 4x4 DRW Regular Cab 137.0″ 11,000 4450 3770 4x4 DRW Regular Cab 137.0″ 11,200 4650 — 4x4 DRW Regular Cab 137.0″ 11,500 — 4270 4x4 SRW SuperCab 141.8″ 9700 2815 2135 4x4 SRW SuperCab 141.8″ 9900 3015 2335 4x4 SRW SuperCab 158.0″ 9700 2655 1945 4x4 SRW SuperCab 158.0″ 9900 2855 2145 4x4 DRW SuperCab 158.0″ 11,000 3655 2965 4x4 DRW SuperCab 158.0″ 11,200 3855 — 4x4 DRW SuperCab 158.0″ 11,500 — 3465 4x4 SRW Crew Cab 156.2″ 9700 2560 1850 4x4 SRW Crew Cab 156.2″ 9900 2760 2050 4x4 DRW Crew Cab 156.2″ 11,000 3590 2900 4x4 DRW Crew Cab 156.2″ 11,200 3790 — 4x4 DRW Crew Cab 156.2″ 11,500 — 3400 4x4 SRW Crew Cab 172.4″ 9700 2420 1740 4x4 SRW Crew Cab 172.4″ 9900 2620 1940 4x4 DRW Crew Cab 172.4″ 11,000 3420 2730 4x4 DRW Crew Cab 172.4″ 11,200 3620 — 4x4 DRW Crew Cab 172.4″ 11,500 — 3230 (1) No engine or axle ratio upgrades required.
(2) Requires Camper Package option.
CAMPER INFORMATION
Slide-In Camper Data — Super Duty F-Series Pickup (Cont’d)
TRAILER TOWING TIPS
ACCELERATION AND PASSING• The added weight of the trailer can dramatically decrease the acceleration of the towing vehicle — exercise caution
• If you must pass a slower vehicle, be sure to allow extra distance. Remember, you also have the added length of the trailer which must clear the other vehicle before you can pull back in
• Make your pass on level terrain with plenty of clearance • If necessary, downshift for improved acceleration
BACKING
• Back up slowly, with someone outside at rear of trailer to guide you
• Place one hand at bottom of steering wheel and move it in the direction you want the trailer to go • Make small steering inputs — slight movement of steering wheel results in much greater movement in
rear of trailer
BEFORE STARTING
• Before setting out on a trip, practice turning, stopping and backing up your trailer in an area away from heavy traffic
BRAKING
• Towing a trailer will increase the distance needed to stop
• Allow considerably more distance for stopping with trailer attached • If you have a manual brake controller, "lead" with trailer brakes, if possible
• To correct trailer side-sway, touch trailer brakes momentarily without using vehicle brakes
DOWNGRADES AND UPGRADES
• Downshifting assists braking on downgrades and provides added power at the drive wheels for climbing hills
DRIVING WITH AN AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE TRANSMISSION
• With certain compact truck automatic overdrive transmissions, towing - especially in hilly areas - may result in excessive shifting between overdrive and the next lowere gear
• If this occurs, it is recommended that the overdrive gear be locked out to eliminate the condition and provide steadier performance (see vehicle’s Owner Guide for information)
• When there is no excessive shifting, use the overdrive gear for optimum fuel economy • Overdrive gear may be locked out to obtain engine braking on downgrades
DRIVING WITH SPEED CONTROL
HIGH ALTITUDE OPERATION
• Gasoline engines lose power at the rate of 3% to 4% per 1000 ft. elevation
• A reduction in gross vehicle weights and gross combination weights (of 2% per 1000 ft. elevation) is recommended to maintain performance
HITCHES
• Weight Carrying (Non-Weight Distributing) Hitch — Choose a proper hitch and ball and make sure its location is compatible with that of the trailer. Use a good weight-carrying hitch that uniformly distributes the trailer tongue loads through the bumper and frame (through the body with Escape; bumper hitch not available with Escape or Explorer 4-Door)
• Weight Distributing Hitch — Used in conjunction with a hitch platform (receiver), to distribute tongue load to all towing vehicle and trailer wheels. Required for certain Class III and all Class IV applications (Refer to chart below)
— Weight-distributing hitch platforms are welded or bolted to vehicle frame. Bolt-on types are recommended because they can be removed
— Properly installed bolt-on weight-distributing hitch platform will not weaken vehicle or underbody as heat of welding might
— Equalizing arms are connected from hitch to trailer’s A-frame, and are adjusted for best towing performance. Lengths of chain are pulled up and tightened to bend spring bars upward which lifts some of the weight from the rear wheels and transfers weight to the other wheels of the vehicle and trailer
• Ford rear step bumpers and hitch receivers provide weight-carrying and weight-distributing capacities as shown in the chart below (a label, affixed to the hitch receiver, provides both the weight carrying and weight distributing capacities for each receiver). The vehicle owner is responsible for obtaining the proper hitch ball, ball mounting, weight distributing equipment (ie: equalizing arms and snap-up
brackets, sway control system) and other appropriate equipment to tow both the trailer and the load that will be towed
Ford Rear Step Bumper/Hitch Receiver Weight Capacity
(1)(1) The maximum weight capacities for the weight-distributing hitch receivers shown above may exceed the maximum loaded trailer weight for the specified vehicle. Refer to the trailer towing charts for Maximum Loaded Trailer Weights for each vehicle. VEHICLE
WEIGHT CARRYING MAX. TRAILER CAPACITY (Lbs.)(2)
(2) Ford rear step bumpers and hitch receivers do not include a hitch ball or ball mounting. The vehicle owner is responsible for obtaining the proper hitch ball, ball mounting, weight distributing equipment (ie: equalizing arms and snap-up brackets, sway control system) and other appropriate equipment to tow both the trailer and it’s cargo load.
MAX. TONGUE LOAD (lbs.)
WEIGHT DISTRIBUTING MAX. TRAILER
CAPACITY (Lbs.)(2) MAX. TONGUELOAD (lbs.)
Rear Step Bumper:
Ranger 2000 200 — —
Explorer Sport Trac 3500 350 — —
E-Series Van/Wagon 5000 500 — — Excursion 5000 500 — — F-Series 5000 500 — — Hitch Receiver: Escape 3500 300 — — Ranger 3500 350 6000 600
Explorer 4-Door (Class II) 3500 350 — —
Explorer 4-Door (Class III/IV) 5000 500 7700 770
HITCHES (Cont’d)
• Fifth-Wheel Hitch — Is mounted in the pickup box to put more of the trailer weight directly over the towing vehicle. The receiver center-line of the hitch should be mounted at least two-inches forward of the rear axle of the truck chassis. This mounting location will distribute the king pin weight of the trailer for optimum load-carrying and sway control performance. Care must be taken to maintain nominal clearance from the back of the cab to the front of the trailer during tight cornering or backing maneuvers.Failure to follow this recommendation can adversely affect the towing vehicle’s steering, braking, and handling characteristics
ON THE ROAD
• After traveling about 50 miles or so, stop in a protected location and double check: — Trailer hitch attachment
— Lights and electrical connections — Trailer wheel lug nuts for tightness • Check engine oil and coolant level regularly
PARKING WITH TRAILER
• When ever possible, vehicles with trailers should not be parked on a grade. However, if it is necessary to park on a grade, place wheel chocks under the trailer's wheels as follows:
— Apply the foot service brakes and hold
— Have another person place the wheel chocks under the trailer wheels on the downgrade side — Once the wheel chocks are in place, release foot service brakes, making sure that the chocks are
holding the vehicle and trailer — Apply the parking brake
— Shift the transmission into P (PARK) with an automatic transmission and make sure it is latched there. If your vehicle has a manual transmission, put the gearshift lever in R (REVERSE) NOTE: With 4-wheel drive, make sure the transfer case is not in N (NEUTRAL) (where applicable). • To start, after being parked on a grade:
— Apply the foot service brake and hold
— Start the engine with the gearshift selector lever in P (PARK) on automatic transmissions or N (NEUTRAL) on manual transmissions
— Shift the transmission into gear and release the parking brake
— Release the foot service brakes and move the vehicle uphill to free the wheel chocks — Apply the foot service brakes and hold while another person retrieves the chocks
POWERTRAIN CONSIDERATIONS
• The “Maximum Loaded Trailer Weight” charts in this section show the minimum engine size needed to move the gross combination weight of the tow vehicle and trailer
• Under certain conditions, however, (e.g., when the trailer has a large frontal area that adds substantial air drag or when trailering in hilly or mountainous terrain) it’s wise to choose a larger engine
TIRE PRESSURE
• Underinflated tires get very hot and can lead to tire failures and possible loss of vehicle control • Overinflated tires can cause uneven tire wear
• Tires should be checked often for conformance to cold inflation pressures recommended on the Safety Compliance Certification Label for original equipment tires
TONGUE LOAD OR FIFTH-WHEEL KING PIN WEIGHT
• A critical measurement that must be made before towing. It refers to the amount of the trailer’s weight that presses down on the trailer hitch. Too much tongue load or king pin weight can cause suspension/ drivetrain damage, and can press the vehicle down in back causing the front wheels to lift to the point where traction, steering response and braking can be severely decreased. Too little tongue load or king pin weight can reduce rear-wheel traction and cause instability which may result in tail wagging or jackknifing
• For towing trailers up to 2000 lbs., the maximum tongue load should not exceed 200 lbs.
• For conventional trailers over 2000 lbs., the tongue load should be 10-15% of loaded trailer weight • For fifth-wheel trailers, the king pin weight should be 15-25% of loaded trailer weight
• Be sure the addition of tongue load or king pin weight does not cause the key towing vehicle weight limits (GVWR and Rear GAWR) to be exceeded. Remember, GVWR and GAWR are found on the vehicles Safety Compliance Certification Label. If either of these limits is exceeded, you should go with a larger vehicle or a smaller trailer
• To measure actual tongue load or king pin weight, disconnect the trailer and place only the tongue (king pin) on a scale (at hitch ball or fifth-wheel king pin receiver height). If the tongue load/king pin weight exceeds the upper weight limit, move more of the trailer contents rearward to achieve the
recommended tongue load/king pin weight. If the tongue load/king pin weight is less than the lower limit, shift the load forward
TOWING A VEHICLE BEHIND A MOTORHOME
• For safe operation, towed vehicles, or dollies or trailers carrying them, should be equipped with a separate functional brake system
• See your vehicle’s Owner Guide or the RV & Trailer Towing Guide for truck models that can be towed with all four wheels down without speed or distance restrictions, or without disconnecting the driveshaft
TRAILER BRAKES
• Many states require a separate braking system on trailers with a loaded weight of more than 1,500 pounds. For your safety, Ford Motor Company recommends that a separate functional brake system be used on any towed vehicle, including those dolly-towed or towbar-towed
• There are two basic types of brake systems designed to activate trailer brakes:
— Electronically Controlled Brakes — Usually provide automatic and manual control of trailer brakes. They require that the vehicle be equipped with a controlling device and additional wiring for electrical power. These brakes typically have a control box installed within reach of the driver and can be applied manually or automatically
— Surge Brakes — Independent hydraulic brakes activated by a master cylinder at the junction of the hitch and trailer tongue. They are not controlled by the hydraulic fluid in the tow vehicle’s brake system, and the tow vehicles hydraulic system should never be connected directly to the trailer’s hydraulic system
• Be sure your trailer brakes conform to all applicable state regulations
TRAILER LAMPS
• Make sure the trailer is equipped with lights that conform to all applicable government regulations. Do not connect a trailer lighting system directly to the lighting system of the vehicle. See a local
TRAILER WIRING HARNESS
• Vehicles equipped with a factory-installed Trailer Towing Package include a wiring harness and a wiring kit
• This kit is packaged in a cardboard box and includes one or more jumper harnesses (to connect to your trailer wiring connector) and installation instructions
WEIGHT CONSIDERATIONS
• Probably the single most critical factor in trailer towing is weight, since overloading a vehicle can put you in danger by reducing braking capability. It also places undue stress on components and can lead to shortened service life or failure. And, you must always remember that added weight of the trailer decreases the acceleration of the towing vehicle
WEIGHT DISTRIBUTION
• For optimum handling, the trailer must be properly loaded and balanced • Keep center-of-gravity low for best handling
• Approximately 60% of the cargo weight should be in the front half of the trailer and 40% in the rear (within limits of Tongue Load or King Pin Weight)
• Load should also be balanced from side to side for good handling and proper tire wear
• Load must be firmly secured to prevent shifting during cornering or braking, which could result in a sudden loss of control
VEHICLE SELECTION
• If you are selecting a vehicle that will be used for towing, you should determine the approximate weight of the trailer you intend to tow, including the weight of any additional cargo and fluids that you will be carrying in the trailer. Also be sure the vehicle has the proper optional equipment
• Performance can be severely compromised in hilly terrain when minimum acceptable powertrain combination is selected. It is wise to consider purchasing a vehicle with a more powerful engine for hilly terrain
TRAILER TOWING WEIGHT DEFINITIONS
BASE CURB WEIGHT• Weight of the vehicle including a full tank of fuel and all standard equipment. It does not include passengers, cargo or any optional equipment
CARGO WEIGHT
• Includes all weight added to the Base Curb Weight — including cargo and optional equipment. When towing, trailer tongue load or king pin weight also is part of the Cargo Weight
GROSS AXLE WEIGHT (GAW)
• The total weight placed on each axle (front and rear). To determine The Gross Axle Weights for your vehicle and trailer combination, take your loaded vehicle and trailer to a scale. With the trailer attached, place the front wheels of the vehicle on the scale to get the front GAW. To get the rear GAW, weigh the towing vehicle with trailer attached, but with just the four wheels of the vehicle on the scale. You get the rear GAW by subtracting the front GAW from that amount
GROSS AXLE WEIGHT RATING (GAWR)
• The total weight each axle (front and rear) is capable of carrying. These numbers are shown on the Safety Compliance Certification Label, located on the left front door lock facing or the door latch post pillar. The total load on each axle (GAW) must never exceed its GAWR
GROSS COMBINATION WEIGHT (GCW)
• The weight of the loaded vehicle (GVW) plus the weight of the fully loaded trailer. It is the actual weight obtained when the vehicle and trailer are weighed together on a scale
GROSS COMBINATION WEIGHT RATING (GCWR)
• The maximum allowable weight of the towing vehicle and the loaded trailer (including all cargo and passengers) that the vehicle can handle without risking costly damage. The measured GCW must never exceed the GCWR. (Important: The towing vehicle’s brake system is rated for operation at the GVWR — not GCWR. Separate functional brake systems should be used for safe control of towed vehicles and for trailers weighing more than 1,500 lbs. when loaded)
GROSS VEHICLE WEIGHT (GVW)
• Base Curb Weight plus actual Cargo Weight (including tongue load or king pin weight) plus passengers. It is important to remember that GVW is not a limit or specification...it is the actual weight that is obtained when the fully loaded vehicle is driven onto a scale
GROSS VEHICLE WEIGHT RATING (GVWR)
• The maximum allowable weight of the fully loaded vehicle (including passengers and cargo). The vehicle’s measured GVW must never exceed the GVWR
MAXIMUM LOADED TRAILER WEIGHT
• As shown in the trailer towing charts, is the highest possible weight of a fully loaded trailer the vehicle can tow, based on a minimum towing vehicle GVW. It assumes a towing vehicle with any mandatory options, no cargo, tongue load of 10-15 percent (conventional trailer) or king pin weight of 15 to 25 percent (fifth-wheel trailer) and the driver only (150 lbs.). F-Series Super Duty Chassis Cab models also assume a second-unit body weight of 1,000 pounds. Weight of additional options, passengers, cargo and hitch must be deducted from this weight. The addition of trailer tongue load or king pin weight cannot cause vehicle weights to exceed the rear GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating) or GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating). These ratings can be found on each vehicles Safety Compliance Certification Label
PAYLOAD
• Combined, maximum allowable weight of cargo and passengers that the vehicle is designed to carry. It is Gross Vehicle Weight Rating minus the Base Curb Weight
RECOMMENDED EQUIPMENT
• Includes items that can make towing easier, and are strongly recommended for strenuous towing conditions
REQUIRED EQUIPMENT
TRAILER TOWING APPLICATIONS
Escape
Engine GCWR—FWD/4x4 (lbs.) Axle Ratios Maximum Loaded Trailer Weight (lbs.)(1)
FWD 4x4
Manual Transmission
2.0L (121) SEFI I-4 4180/4340 All 1000 1000
Automatic Transmission 3.0L (181) SEFI V-6 Without
Class II Trailer Towing Package 5340/5500 All 2000 2000 3.0L (181) SEFI V-6 With Class
II Trailer Towing Package 6880/7040 All 3500 3500
(1) Certain states require electric trailer brakes for trailers over a specified weight. Be sure to check state regulations for this specified weight. The maximum trailer weights listed above may be limited to this specified weight, as the Escape’s electrical system does not provide the necessary wiring connector to activate electric trailer brakes.
NOTE: Maximum loaded trailer weights shown (Refer to page 11 for definition and assumptions). The combined weight of the towing vehicle (including hitch, passengers and cargo) and the loaded trailer must not exceed the Gross Combination Weight Rating (GCWR).
Frontal Area Considerations:
• Not to exceed base vehicle frontal area (24 square feet):
— 2.0L (121) SEFI I-4 or 3.0L (181) SEFI V-6 Without Class II Trailer Towing Package • Not to exceed 30 square feet:
— 3.0L (181) SEFI V-6 With Class II Trailer Towing Package
Required Equipment:
• 3.0L (181) SEFI V-6 for trailers over 1000 lbs. • 3.0L (181) SEFI V-6 and Class II Trailer
Towing Package for trailers over 2000 lbs.
Standard Trailer Towing Equipment:
• None
Optional Trailer Towing Equipment:
• Class II Trailer Towing Package — 4-Wire Harness and 4-Pin Connector — Hitch Receiver (Weight Carrying Capacity—
TRAILER TOWING APPLICATIONS
Ranger
Engine/Transmission Axle Ratio GCWR Max. (lbs.)
Maximum Loaded Trailer Weight (lbs.)(1)
Regular Cab SuperCab
4x2 4x4 4x2 4x4
6-ft. Box 7-ft. Box 6-ft. Box 7-ft. Box 6-ft. Box 6-ft. Box MANUAL TRANSMISSIONS 2.3L (140) SEFI I-4 3.73/4.10 4800 1580 1520(2) — — — — 3.0L (182) SEFI V-6 3.73 6000 2660 2580 — — 2480 — 3.73/4.10(3) 6000 2520 — — — 2400 — 3.73/4.10 6000 — — 2340 — — — 4.0L (245) SEFI V-6 3.55 7000 — — — — 3400/3320(3) — 3.73/4.10 7000 — — — — — 3100(4) AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION 2.3L (140) SEFI I-4 4.10 5500 2240 2180(2) — — — — 3.0L (182) SEFI V-6 3.73 6000 2620 2540 — — 2440 — 3.73/4.10(3) 6000 2480 — — — 2360(5) — 4.10 6000 — — 2300 — — — 4.0L (245) SEFI V-6 3.55 9500 — 5980(2) — — 5860 — 3.55(3) 9500 — — — — 5740 — 3.73/4.10 9500 — — — 5660(2) — 5560(5)(6) NOTE: Maximum loaded trailer weights shown (Refer to page 11 for definition and assumptions). The combined weight of the towing vehicle (including hitch, passengers and cargo) and the loaded trailer must not exceed the Gross Combination Weight Rating (GCWR).
NOTE: Trailer tongue load weight should be 10-15% of total loaded trailer weight. Make sure vehicle payload (reduced by option weight) will accommodate tongue load weight and weight of passengers and cargo added to towing vehicle. Addition of trailer tongue load weight and and weight of passengers and cargo cannot cause vehicle weights to exceed the rear GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating) or GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating). These ratings can be found on the vehicle Safety Compliance Certification Label.
(1) Certain states require electric trailer brakes for trailers over a specified weight. Be sure to check state regulations for this specified weight. The maximum trailer weights listed above may be limited to this specified weight, as the Ranger’s electrical system does not provide the necessary wiring connector to activate electric trailer brakes.
(2) Available for Fleet only. (3) Ranger Edge only. (4) 2740 lbs. with “FX4” Level II. (5) Also available with Tremor. (6) 5200 lbs. with “FX4”Level II.
Frontal Area Considerations:
•Not to exceed base vehicle frontal area: —2.3L (140) SEFI I-4
•Not to exceed 50 square feet:
—3.0L (182) SEFI V-6 or 4.0L (245) SEFI V-6 engine
Required Equipment:
•None
Standard Trailer Towing Equipment:
• 4-Wire Harness and 4-Pin Connector
Optional Trailer Towing Equipment:
• Class III Trailer Tow Package
TRAILER TOWING APPLICATIONS
Explorer 4-Door
Engine Axle Ratios GCWR Max. (lbs.)
Maximum Loaded Trailer Weight (lbs.) Explorer 4-Door
4x2
Class II 4x2 Class III/IV4x4 Class II 4x4 Class III/IVAWDClass II AWD Class III/IV AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION 4.0L (245) SOHC SEFI V-6 3.55 7700 3260 — — — — — 3.55 8,000 — — 3400 — 3400 — 3.73/3.73LS 10,000 — — — 5380 — 5380 3.73/3.73LS 10,240 — 5780 — — — — 4.6L (281) SOHC SEFI V-8 3.55 7700 3260 — — — — — 3.55 8000 — — 3420 — 3420 — 3.73/3.73LS 11,600(1) — 7140(1) — 7000(1) — 7000(1)
NOTE: Maximum loaded trailer weights shown (Refer to page 11 for definition and assumptions). The combined weight of the towing vehicle (including hitch, passengers and cargo) and the loaded trailer must not exceed the Gross Combination Weight Rating (GCWR).
NOTE: Trailer tongue load weight should be 10-15% of total loaded trailer weight. Make sure vehicle payload (reduced by option weight) will accommodate tongue load weight and weight of passengers and cargo added to towing vehicle. Addition of trailer tongue load weight and and weight of passengers and cargo cannot cause vehicle weights to exceed the rear GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating) or GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating). These ratings can be found on the vehicle Safety Compliance Certification Label.
(1) Deduct 500 lbs. with Auxiliary Climate Control.
Required Equipment:
• Trailer Towing Prep Package Class III/IV for trailers over 3500 lbs.
Standard Trailer Towing Equipment:
• Class II Trailer Towing Package — 4-Wire Harness and 4-Pin Connector — Hitch Receiver (Weight Carrying Capacity—
3500 lbs., Refer To Page 6)
Optional Trailer Towing Equipment:
• Class III/IV Trailer Towing Prep Package — 3.73 Limited Slip Rear Axle
— Wire Harness and Pin Connector With 7-Pin To 4-7-Pin Adapter
— Frame Mounted Hitch Receiver (Weight Carrying Capacity—5000 lbs., Weight Distributing Capacity—7700 lbs., Refer To Page 6)
TRAILER TOWING APPLICATIONS
Explorer Sport Trac
Engine Axle Ratios GCWR Max. (lbs.)
Maximum Loaded Trailer Weight (lbs.) Sport Trac 4-Door
4x2 4x4
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION 4.0L (245) SOHC
SEFI V-6 All 9600 5300 5080
NOTE: Maximum loaded trailer weights shown (Refer to page 11 for definition and assumptions). The combined weight of the towing vehicle (including hitch, passengers and cargo) and the loaded trailer must not exceed the Gross Combination Weight Rating (GCWR).
NOTE: Trailer tongue load weight should be 10-15% of total loaded trailer weight. Make sure vehicle payload (reduced by option weight) will accommodate tongue load weight and weight of passengers and cargo added to towing vehicle. Addition of trailer tongue load weight and and weight of passengers and cargo cannot cause vehicle weights to exceed the rear GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating) or GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating). These ratings can be found on the vehicle Safety Compliance Certification Label.
Required Equipment:
• None
Standard Trailer Towing Equipment:
• 4-Wire Harness and 4-Pin Connector
Optional Trailer Towing Equipment:
TRAILER TOWING APPLICATIONS
E-Series Van/Crew Van/Cutaway/Chassis Cab/Stripped Chassis
Engine Axle Ratios GCWR Max. (lbs.)
Maximum Loaded Trailer Weight (lbs.) Van
Regular Extended
E-150 E-250 E-350 Super Duty E-250 E-350Super Duty AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION 4.6L (281) SEFI V-8 3.553.73 11,50010,500 6500— 5100— — — — 5000 — — 4.10 11,000 — 5600 — 5400 — 5.4L (330) SEFI V-8 2V 3.553.73 12,00013,000 6900— 7500— — 6300 — 7300 6200— 4.10 13,000 — — 7300 — 7200 6.8L (415) SEFI V-10 3.734.10 15,00018,500 — — 9200— — 10,000 — — 900010,000 6.0L (363) V-8 DI Turbo Diesel 3.55 16,000 — — 9,700 — 9500 4.10 20,000 — — 10,000 — 10,000
NOTE: Maximum loaded trailer weights shown (Refer to page 11 for definition and assumptions). The combined weight of the towing vehicle (including hitch, passengers and cargo) and the loaded trailer must not exceed the Gross Combination Weight Rating (GCWR).
NOTE: Trailer tongue load weight should be 10-15% of total loaded trailer weight. Make sure vehicle payload (reduced by option weight) will accommodate tongue load weight and weight of passengers and cargo added to towing vehicle. Addition of trailer tongue load weight and and weight of passengers and cargo cannot cause vehicle weights to exceed the rear GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating) or GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating). These ratings can be found on the vehicle Safety Compliance Certification Label.
NOTE: Trailer Towing Package not available with the School Bus Body Builder Prep Package or Ambulance Prep Package. NOTE: For maximum trailer weights with Crew Van deduct 200-lbs. from the weights above (except with 18,500 lbs. and 20,000 lbs. GCWR).
NOTE:To determine maximum trailer weights for Cutaway, Chassis Cab and Stripped Chassis models subtract the GVWR from the GCWR (E-350-450 Super Duty Cutaway/Chassis Cab GCWRs — 5.4L=13,000 lbs., 6.8L=18,500 lbs. (4.10 and E-350 4.56 axle), 20,000 lbs. (E-450 4.56 axle), 6.0L=20,000 lbs/E-350-450 Super Duty Stripped Chassis GCWRs — 5.4L=13,000 lbs., 6.8L=18,500 lbs. 6.0L Diesel applications that exceed 10,000 lbs. maximum trailer weight require a fifth wheel hitch.
Frontal Area Considerations:
• Not to exceed 60 square feet: — All applications
Required Equipment:
• None
Standard Trailer Towing Equipment:
• Class I Trailer Towing Package (Van/Crew Van) — 4-Wire Harness and 4-Pin Connector
Optional Trailer Towing Package Content:
• Class II/III/IV Trailer Towing Package (Van/Crew Van)
— Electric Brake Controller Tap-in Capability — 7-Wire Harness (Blade Style Female 7-Pin
Connector)/Bumper Bracket
— Relay System For Backup/B+/Running Lights — Frame Mounted Hitch Receiver (Weight
TRAILER TOWING APPLICATIONS
E-Series Wagon
Engine Axle Ratios GCWR Max. (lbs.)
Maximum Loaded Trailer Weight (lbs.) Wagon
E-150 E-350 Super Duty E-350 Super Duty Extended AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION 4.6L (281) SEFI V-8 3.55 11,500 6100 — — 5.4L (330) SEFI V-8 2V 3.55 12,000 6500 — 5700 3.73/4.10 13,000 — 6900 6700 6.8L (415) SEFI V-10 3.73 15,000 — 8800 8400 4.10 18,500 — 10,000 10,000 6.0L (444) V-8 DI Turbo Diesel 3.55 16,000 — 9300 9000 4.10 20,000 — 10,000 10,000
NOTE: Maximum loaded trailer weights shown (Refer to page 11 for definition and assumptions). The combined weight of the towing vehicle (including hitch, passengers and cargo) and the loaded trailer must not exceed the Gross Combination Weight Rating (GCWR).
NOTE:Trailer tongue load weight should be 10-15% of total loaded trailer weight. Make sure vehicle payload (reduced by option weight) will accommodate tongue load weight and weight of passengers and cargo added to towing vehicle. Addition of trailer tongue load weight and and weight of passengers and cargo cannot cause vehicle weights to exceed the rear GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating) or GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating). These ratings can be found on the vehicle Safety Compliance Certification Label.
Frontal Area Considerations:
• Not to exceed 60 square feet: — All applications
Required Equipment:
• None
Standard Trailer Towing Equipment:
• Class I Trailer Towing Package
— 4-Wire Harness and 4-Pin Connector
Optional Trailer Towing Package Content:
• Class II/III/IV Trailer Towing Package — Electric Brake Controller Tap-in Capability — 7-Wire Harness (Blade Style Female 7-Pin
Connector)/Bumper Bracket
— Relay System For Backup/B+/Running Lights — Frame Mounted Hitch Receiver (Weight
TRAILER TOWING APPLICATIONS
Expedition
Engine Axle Ratios GCWR Max. (lbs.)
Maximum Loaded Trailer Weight (lbs.) Expedition 4x2 4x4 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION 4.6L (281) SEFI V-8 3.73 10,50010,700 5000— —5000 5.4L (330) SEFI V-8 2V 3.73 11,80011,900 6000— —6000 14,500(1) 8950 8650
NOTE: Maximum loaded trailer weights shown (Refer to page 11 for definition and assumptions). The combined weight of the towing vehicle (including hitch, passengers and cargo) and the loaded trailer must not exceed the Gross Combination Weight Rating (GCWR).
NOTE: Trailer tongue load weight should be 10-15% of total loaded trailer weight. Make sure vehicle pay-load (reduced by option weight) will accommodate tongue pay-load weight and weight of passengers and cargo added to towing vehicle. Addition of trailer tongue load weight and and weight of passengers and cargo cannot cause vehicle weights to exceed the rear GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating) or GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating). These ratings can be found on the vehicle Safety Compliance Certifica-tion Label.
(1) Requires Heavy Duty Trailer Tow Package.
Frontal Area Considerations:
• Not to exceed base vehicle frontal area:
— 4.6L (281) SEFI V-8
— 5.4L (330) SEFI V-8 without Heavy Duty Trailer Tow Package
• Not to exceed 60 square feet: — 5.4L (330) SEFI V-8 with Heavy
Duty Trailer Tow Package
Required Equipment:
• Heavy Duty Trailer Tow Package for trailers over 6000 lbs.
Standard Trailer Towing Equipment:
• Standard on all models:
— 4-Wire Harness and 4-Pin Connector — Frame Mounted Hitch Receiver (Weight
Carrying Capacity—6000 lbs., Weight Distributing Capacity—8950 lbs., Refer To Page 6)
— Auxiliary Transmission Oil Cooler (14-plate)
— Heavy Duty Flashers
Optional Trailer Towing Equipment (In place of or in addition to standard):
• Heavy Duty Trailer Tow Package (Available with 5.4L (330) SEFI V-8 only):
— 7-Wire Harness and 4/7-Pin Connectors — Auxiliary Transmission Oil Cooler
(22-plate)
— Radiator With 1.42” Core Thickness (Late Availability)
TRAILER TOWING APPLICATIONS
Excursion
Engine Axle Ratios GCWR Max. (lbs.)
Maximum Loaded Trailer Weight (lbs.) Excursion 4x2 4x4 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION 5.4L (330) SEFI V-8 3.734.10 13,00014,500 61007600 —7200 6.8L (415) SEFI V-10 3.734.30 17,00020,000 10,00011,000 960011,000 6.0L (363) V-8 DI Turbo Diesel 3.73 20,000 11,000 11,000
NOTE: Maximum loaded trailer weights shown (Refer to page 11 for definition and assumptions). The combined weight of the towing vehicle (including hitch, passengers and cargo) and the loaded trailer must not exceed the Gross Combination Weight Rating (GCWR).
NOTE: Trailer tongue load weight should be 10-15% of total loaded trailer weight. Make sure vehicle pay-load (reduced by option weight) will accommodate tongue pay-load weight and weight of passengers and cargo added to towing vehicle. Addition of trailer tongue load weight and and weight of passengers and cargo cannot cause vehicle weights to exceed the rear GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating) or GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating). These ratings can be found on the vehicle Safety Compliance Certifica-tion Label.
Frontal Area Considerations:
• Not to exceed 60 square feet: — All applications
Required Equipment:
• None
Standard Trailer Towing Equipment:
• HD Trailer Towing Package
— 7-Wire Harness and 7-Pin Connector — Trailer Brake Wiring Kit
— Frame Mounted Hitch Receiver (Weight Carrying Capacity—5000 lbs., Weight Distributing Capacity—12,500 lbs., Refer To Page 6)
Optional Trailer Towing Equipment:
TRAILER TOWING APPLICATIONS
F-150 Heritage Conventional Towing
Engine Axle Ratios GCWR Max. (lbs.)
Maximum Loaded Trailer Weight (lbs.) Regular Cab SuperCab
4x2 4x4 4x2 4x4 MANUAL TRANSMISSION 4.2L (256) SEFI V-6 3.08 6500 2000 — 2000 — 3.31 7200 — 2500 — — 3.55 7800 3500 3200 3300 — AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION 4.2L (256) SEFI V-6 3.31 9000 4600 — 4500 — 3.55 10,000 5700 5400 5500 — 4.6L (281) SEFI V-8 3.08 10,000 2000 — 2000 — 3.31 10,500 6100 5800 5900 5500 3.55 11,500(1) 7100 6800 6900 6500 11,000(2) — 6300 — 6000 5.4L (330) NGV V-8 3.73 11,000 5800 — — — 5.4L (330) Bi-Fuel V-8 3.73(3) 13,500 8300 8000 8200 7800 3.73(4) 13,500 8200 7800 8000 7700
NOTE: Maximum loaded trailer weights shown (Refer to page 11 for definition and assumptions). The combined weight of the towing vehicle (including hitch, passengers and cargo) and the loaded trailer must not exceed the Gross Combination Weight Rating (GCWR).
NOTE: Trailer tongue load weight should be 10-15% of total loaded trailer weight. Make sure vehicle payload (reduced by option weight) will accommodate tongue load weight and weight of passengers and cargo added to towing vehi-cle. Addition of trailer tongue load weight, and weight of passengers and cargo cannot cause vehicle weights to exceed the rear GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating) or GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating). These ratings can be found on the vehicle Safety Compliance Certification Label.
(1) With 16” tires or 4x2 P275 17” tires. (2) With 4x4 P265 17” tires.
(3) LPG. (4) CNG.
Frontal Area Considerations:
•Not to exceed base vehicle frontal area without Class III Trailer Towing Group
•Not to exceed 60 square feet with Trailer Towing Group
Required Equipment:
•Trailer Towing Group for trailers over 4000 lbs.
Standard Trailer Towing Equipment:
• 4-Wire Harness and 4-Pin Connector
Optional Trailer Towing Equipment:
• Class III Trailer Tow Group
— 7-Wire Harness and 7/4-Pin Connector
— Frame Mounted Hitch Receiver (Weight Carrying Capacity—5000 lbs., Weight Distributing Capacity—8800 lbs., Refer To Page 6) — Auxiliary Automatic Transmission Oil Cooler — 72 Amp.-hr. Heavy Duty Battery
TRAILER TOWING APPLICATIONS
F-150 Regular Cab/SuperCrew Conventional Towing
Engine Axle Ratios GCWR Max. (lbs.)
Maximum Loaded Trailer Weight (lbs.)
Regular Cab SuperCrew
4x2 4x4 4x2 4x4 126.0″ Wb 144.5″ Wb 126.0″ Wb 144.5″ Wb 138.5″ Wb 138.5″ Wb AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION 4.6L (281) SEFI V-8 3.55 11,50011,700 6500— —6600 6200— —6300 —6200 —— 3.73 12,000 7000 — 6700 — — — 12,200 — 7100 — 6800 6700 6500 5.4L (330) SEFI V-8 3V(1) 3.31 12,000 6900 — — — — — 12,500 — 7300 — — — — 3.55 13,000 7900 — 7700 — — — 14,000 — 8800 — 8500 8500 8200 3.73 13,500 8400 — 8200 — — — 15,000 — 9500 — 9500 9500 9200 4.10 15,300 — 9500 — 9500 — —
(1) Reduce GCWR/Maximum Trailer Weight by 500-lbs. on models with 18″ wheels.
F-150 SuperCab Conventional Towing
Engine Axle Ratios GCWR Max. (lbs.)
Maximum Loaded Trailer Weight (lbs.) SuperCab 4x2 4x4 132.5″ Wb 144.5″ Wb 163.0″ Wb 132.5″ Wb 144.5″ Wb 163.0″ Wb AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION 4.6L (281) SEFI V-8 3.55 11,50011,700 6300— —6300 —— 5900— —6000 —— 3.73 12,000 6800 — — 6400 — — 12,200 — 6800 — — 6500 — 5.4L (330) SEFI V-8 3V(1)
(1) Reduce GCWR/Maximum Trailer Weight by 500-lbs. on models with 18″ wheels.
3.55 13,000 7600 — — 7300 — —
14,000 — 8500 — — 8300 —
3.73 13,500 8100 — — 7800 — —
15,000 — 9500 — — 9300 —
4.10 15,300 — — 9500 — — 9200
NOTE: Maximum loaded trailer weights shown.The combined weight of the towing vehicle (including hitch, passengers and cargo) and the loaded trailer must not exceed the Gross Combination Weight Rating (GCWR).
NOTE: Trailer tongue load weight should be 10-15% of total loaded trailer weight. Make sure vehicle payload (reduced by option weight) will accommodate tongue load weight and weight of passengers and cargo added to towing vehicle. Addi-tion of trailer tongue load weight, and weight of passengers and cargo cannot cause vehicle weights to exceed the rear GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating) or GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating). These ratings can be found on the vehicle Safety Compliance Certification Label.
Frontal Area Considerations:
•Not to exceed base vehicle frontal area without Trailer
Standard Trailer Towing Equipment:
TRAILER TOWING APPLICATIONS
Super Duty F-250-F-350 Regular Cab Pickup Conventional Towing
Engine AxleRatios
GCWR Max. (lbs.)
Maximum Loaded Trailer Weight (lbs.) Regular Cab Pickup
F-250-350 4x2 SRW F-3504x2 DRW F-250-3504x4 SRW F-3504x4 DRW Manual Transmission 5.4L (330) SEFI V-8 3.734.10 13,50015,000 78009300 76009100 74008900 71008600 6.8L (415) SEFI V-10 3.734.30 16,50020,000 10,60012,500 10,40013,900 10,20012,500 990013,400 6.0L (363) V-8 DI Turbo Diesel 3.734.10 20,00020,000 12,500— 13,40013,400 12,500— 12,90012,900 Automatic Transmission 5.4L (330) SEFI V-8 3.734.10 13,50015,000 78009300 76009100 74008900 72008700 6.8L (415) SEFI V-10 3.734.30 17,00020,000 11,20012,500 10,90013,900 10,80012,500 10,40013,400 6.0L (363) V-8 DI Turbo Diesel 3.734.10 20,00020,000 12,500— 13,40013,400 12,500— 13,00013,000 NOTE: For F-250-350 SRW models, F-350 trailer weights are shown. F-250 trailer weights are within 100 pounds.
NOTE: Maximum loaded trailer weights shown (Refer to page 11 for definition and assumptions). The combined weight of the towing vehicle (including hitch, passengers and cargo) and the loaded trailer must not exceed the Gross Combination Weight Rating (GCWR).
NOTE: Trailer tongue load weight should be 10-15% of total loaded trailer weight. Make sure vehicle payload (reduced by option weight) will accommodate 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 the rear GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating) or GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating). These ratings can be found on the vehicle Safety Com-pliance Certification Label.
NOTE: This information also applies to models with Pickup Box Delete option.
Frontal Area Considerations:
• Not to exceed 60 square feet: — All applications
Required Equipment:
• None
Standard Trailer Towing Equipment:
• Trailer Tow Package(1)
— Rear Stabilizer Bar (DRW 4x2 Only) — 7-Wire Harness and 7/4-Pin Connector — Trailer Brake Wiring/Feed Kit (In-Cab, No
Controller)
Optional Trailer Towing Equipment:
• Frame Mounted Hitch Receiver (Weight Carrying Capacity—6000 lbs., Weight Distributing
Capacity—12,500 lbs. SRW/15,000 lbs. DRW, Refer To Page 6)
TRAILER TOWING APPLICATIONS
Super Duty F-250-F-350 SuperCab Pickup Conventional Towing
Engine Axle Ratios
GCWR Max. (lbs.)
Maximum Loaded Trailer Weight (lbs.) SuperCab Pickup F-250-350 4x2 SRW F-350 4x2 DRW F-250-3504x4 SRW F-350 4x4 DRW Manual Transmission 5.4L (330) SEFI V-8 3.734.10 13,50015,000 74008900 72008700 70008500 68008300 6.8L (415) SEFI V-10 3.734.30 16,50020,000 10,30012,500 10,00013,500 990012,500 960013,100 6.0L (363) V-8 DI Turbo Diesel 3.734.10 20,00020,000 12,500— 13,00013,000 12,500— 12,60012,600 Automatic Transmission 5.4L (330) SEFI V-8 3.734.10 13,50015,000 75009000 72008700 71008600 68008300 6.8L (415) SEFI V-10 3.734.30 17,00020,000 10,80012,500 10,50013,500 10,40012,500 10,10013,100 6.0L (363) V-8 DI Turbo Diesel 3.734.10 20,00020,000 12,500— 13,00013,000 12,500— 12,60012,600 NOTE: For F-250-350 SRW models, F-350 trailer weights are shown. F-250 trailer weights are within 100 pounds.
NOTE: Maximum loaded trailer weights shown (Refer to page 11 for definition and assumptions). The combined weight of the towing vehicle (including hitch, passengers and cargo) and the loaded trailer must not exceed the Gross Combination Weight Rating (GCWR).
NOTE: Trailer tongue load weight should be 10-15% of total loaded trailer weight. Make sure vehicle payload (reduced by option weight) will accommodate 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 the rear GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating) or GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating). These ratings can be found on the vehicle Safety Com-pliance Certification Label.
NOTE: This information also applies to models with Pickup Box Delete option.
Frontal Area Considerations:
• Not to exceed 60 square feet: — All applications
Required Equipment:
• None
Standard Trailer Towing Equipment:
• Trailer Tow Package(1)
— Rear Stabilizer Bar (DRW 4x2 Only) — 7-Wire Harness and 7/4-Pin Connector — Trailer Brake Wiring/Feed Kit (In-Cab, No
Controller)
Optional Trailer Towing Equipment:
• Frame Mounted Hitch Receiver (Weight Carrying Capacity—6000 lbs., Weight Distributing
Capacity—12,500 lbs. SRW/15,000 lbs. DRW, Refer To Page 6)
TRAILER TOWING APPLICATIONS
Super Duty F-250-F-350 Crew Cab Pickup Conventional Towing
Engine Axle Ratios
GCWR Max. (lbs.)
Maximum Loaded Trailer Weight (lbs.) Crew Cab Pickup
F-250-350 4x2 SRW F-3504x2 DRW F-250-3504x4 SRW F-3504x4 DRW Manual Transmission 5.4L (330) SEFI V-8 3.734.10 13,50015,000 72008700 —— 68008300 —— 6.8L (415) SEFI V-10 3.73 16,500 10,100 9800 9700 9300 4.30 20,000 12,500 13,300 12,500 12,800 6.0L (363) V-8 DI Turbo Diesel 3.734.10 20,00020,000 12,500— 12,80012,800 12,500— 12,40012,400 Automatic Transmission 5.4L (330) SEFI V-8 3.734.10 13,50015,000 72008700 —— 69008400 —— 6.8L (415) SEFI V-10 3.734.30 17,00020,000 10,60012,500 10,30013,300 10,20012,500 990012,900 6.0L (363) V-8 DI Turbo Diesel 3.734.10 20,00020,000 12,500— 12,80012,800 12,500— 12,40012,400 NOTE: For F-250-350 SRW models, F-350 trailer weights are shown. F-250 trailer weights are within 100 pounds.
NOTE: Maximum loaded trailer weights shown (Refer to page 11 for definition and assumptions). The combined weight of the towing vehicle (including hitch, passengers and cargo) and the loaded trailer must not exceed the Gross Combination Weight Rating (GCWR).
NOTE: Trailer tongue load weight should be 10-15% of total loaded trailer weight. Make sure vehicle payload (reduced by option weight) will accommodate 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 the rear GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating) or GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating). These ratings can be found on the vehicle Safety Compliance Certification Label.
NOTE: This information also applies to models with Pickup Box Delete option.
Frontal Area Considerations:
• Not to exceed 60 square feet:
—Without High Capacity Trailer Tow Package
Required Equipment:
• None
Standard Trailer Towing Equipment:
• Trailer Tow Package(1)
— Rear Stabilizer Bar (DRW 4x2 Only) — 7-Wire Harness and 7/4-Pin Connector — Trailer Brake Wiring/Feed Kit (In-Cab, No
Controller)
Optional Trailer Towing Equipment:
• Frame Mounted Hitch Receiver (Weight Carrying Capacity—6000 lbs., Weight Distributing
Capacity—12,500 lbs. SRW/15,000 lbs. DRW, Refer To Page 6)
TRAILER TOWING APPLICATIONS
F-150 Heritage Pickup Fifth Wheel Towing
Engine Axle Ratios GCWRMax. (lbs.)
Maximum Loaded Trailer Weight (lbs.) Regular Cab SuperCab
4x2 4x4 4x2 4x4 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION 4.2L (256) SEFI V-6 3.55 10,000 5700 5400 5500 — 4.6L (281) SEFI V-8 3.55 11,500 (1) 7200 6800 6900 6600 11,000(2) — 6300 — 6100
NOTE: Maximum loaded trailer weights shown (Refer to page 11 for definition and assumptions). The combined weight of the towing vehicle (including hitch, passengers and cargo) and the loaded trailer must not exceed the Gross Combina-tion Weight Rating (GCWR).
NOTE: Trailer king pin weight should be 15-25% of total loaded trailer weight. Make sure vehicle payload (reduced by option weight) will accommodate trailer king pin weight and weight of passengers and cargo added to the towing vehicle. Addition of trailer king pin weight, and weight of passengers and cargo cannot cause vehi-cle weights to exceed the rear GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating) or GVWR (Gross Vehivehi-cle Weight Rating). These ratings can be found on the vehicle Safety Compliance Certification Label.
(1) With 16” tires or 4x2 P275 17” tires. (2) With 4x4 P265 17” tires.
Frontal Area Considerations:
• Not to exceed base vehicle frontal area without Trailer Towing Group
• Not to exceed 60 square feet with Trailer Towing Group
Required Equipment:
• Trailer Towing Group for trailers over 4000 lbs.
Standard Trailer Towing Equipment:
• 4-Wire Harness and 4-Pin Connector
Optional Trailer Towing Equipment:
• Class III Trailer Tow Group
— 7-Wire Harness and 7/4-Pin Connector — Frame Mounted Hitch Receiver (Weight
Carrying Capacity—5000 lbs., Weight Distributing Capacity—8800 lbs., Refer To Page 6) (No Fifth Wheel Hitch Available - Available Aftermarket Only)
— Auxiliary Automatic Transmission Oil Cooler — 72 Amp.-hr. Heavy Duty Battery
TRAILER TOWING APPLICATIONS
F-150 Regular Cab Fifth Wheel Towing
Engine Axle Ratios GCWR Max. (lbs.)
Maximum Loaded Trailer Weight (lbs.) Regular Cab 4x2 4x4 126.0″ Wb 144.5″ Wb 126.0″ Wb 144.5″ Wb AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION 4.6L (281) SEFI V-8 3.55 11,50011,700 6500— —6600 6200— —6300 3.73 12,000 7000 — 6700 — 12,200 — 7100 — 6800 5.4L (330) SEFI V-8 3V(1) 3.31 12,000 6900 — — — 12,500 — 7300 — — 3.55 13,000 7900 — 7700 — 14,000 — 8800 — 8500 3.73 13,500 8400 — 8200 — 15,000 — 9800 — 9500 4.10 15,300 — 10,000 — 9600
(1) Reduce GCWR/Maximum Trailer Weight by 500-lbs. on models with 18″ wheels.
F-150 SuperCab Fifth Wheel Towing
Engine Axle Ratios GCWR Max. (lbs.)
Maximum Loaded Trailer Weight (lbs.) SuperCab 4x2 4x4 144.5″ Wb 163.0″ Wb 144.5″ Wb 163.0″ Wb AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION 4.6L (281) SEFI V-8 3.55 11,700 6400 — 6100 — 3.73 12,200 6900 — 6600 — 5.4L (330) SEFI V-8 3V(1)
(1) Reduce GCWR/Maximum Trailer Weight by 500-lbs. on models with 18″ wheels.
3.55 14,000 8500 — 8300 —
3.73 15,000 9500 — 9300 —
4.10 15,300 — 9600 — 9200
NOTE: Maximum loaded trailer weights shown.The combined weight of the towing vehicle (including hitch, passengers and cargo) and the loaded trailer must not exceed the Gross Combination Weight Rating (GCWR).
NOTE: Trailer king pin weight should be 15-25% of total loaded trailer weight. Make sure vehicle payload (reduced by option weight) will accommodate trailer king pin weight and weight of passengers and cargo added to the towing vehi-cle. Addition of trailer king pin weight, and weight of passengers and cargo cannot cause vehicle weights to exceed the rear GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating) or GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating). These ratings can be found on the vehicle Safety Compliance Certification Label.
Frontal Area Considerations:
•Not to exceed base vehicle frontal area without Trailer Tow Package (Class IV) or Heavy Duty Payload Package
•Not to exceed 60 square feet with Trailer Tow Package (Class IV) or Heavy Duty Payload Package
Required Equipment:
• Trailer Tow Package (Class IV) or Heavy Duty Payload Package for trailers over 5000 lbs.
Standard Trailer Towing Equipment:
• 4-Wire Harness and 4-Pin Connector
• 4-Channel/8-Plate Auxiliary Transmission Oil Cooler
Optional Trailer Towing Equipment:
• Trailer Tow Package (Class IV)
— 7-Wire Harness and 7/4-Pin Connector
— Frame Mounted Hitch Receiver (Weight Carrying Capacity—5000 lbs., Weight Distributing Capacity—9500 lbs.) (No Fifth Wheel Hitch Available - Available Aftermarket Only)
— Super Engine Cooling (Radiator With 1.42” Core Thickness)
— 9-Channel/18-Plate Auxiliary Transmission Oil Cooler
TRAILER TOWING APPLICATIONS
Super Duty F-250-F-350 Regular Cab Pickup Fifth Wheel Towing
Engine AxleRatios
GCWR Max. (lbs.)
Maximum Loaded Trailer Weight (lbs.)(1)
Regular Cab Pickup F-250-350 4x2 SRW F-3504x2 DRW F-250-3504x4 SRW F-3504x4 DRW Manual Transmission 5.4L (330) SEFI V-8 3.734.10 13,50015,000 78009300 76009100 74008900 71008600 6.8L (415) SEFI V-10 3.734.30 16,50020,000 10,60014,100 10,40013,900 10,20013,700 9,90013,400 6.0L (363) V-8 DI Turbo Diesel 3.734.10 20,00020,000 13,600— 13,40013,400 13,300— 12,90012,900 Automatic Transmission 5.4L (330) SEFI V-8 3.734.10 13,50015,000 78009300 76009100 74008900 72008700 6.8L (415) SEFI V-10 3.734.30 17,00020,000 11,20014,200 10,90013,900 10,80013,800 10,40013,400 6.0L (363) V-8 DI Turbo Diesel 3.734.10 20,00020,000 13,700— 13,40013,400 13,300— 13,00013,000
NOTE: Maximum loaded trailer weights shown (Refer to page 11 for definition and assumptions). The combined weight of the towing vehicle (including hitch, passengers and cargo) and the loaded trailer must not exceed the Gross Combination Weight Rating (GCWR).
NOTE: Trailer king pin weight should be 15-25% of total loaded trailer weight. Make sure vehicle payload (reduced by option weight) will accommodate trailer king pin weight and weight of passengers and cargo added to the towing vehicle. Addition of trailer king pin weight, and weight of passengers and cargo cannot cause vehicle weights to exceed the rear GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating) or GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating). These ratings can be found on the vehicle Safety Com-pliance Certification Label.
NOTE: This information also applies to models with Pickup Box Delete option.
(1) For F-250-350 SRW models, F-350 trailer weights are shown. F-250 trailer weights are within 100 pounds.
Frontal Area Considerations:
• Not to exceed 60 square feet: — All applications
Required Equipment:
• None
Standard Trailer Towing Equipment:
• Trailer Tow Package(1)
— Rear Stabilizer Bar (DRW 4x2 Only) — 7-Wire Harness and 7/4-Pin Connector — Trailer Brake Wiring/Feed Kit (In-Cab, No
Controller)
Optional Trailer Towing Equipment:
• Frame Mounted Hitch Receiver (Weight Carrying Capacity—6000 lbs., Weight Distributing
Capacity—12,500 lbs. SRW/15,000 lbs. DRW, Refer To Page 6) (No Fifth Wheel Hitch Available - Available Aftermarket Only)
TRAILER TOWING APPLICATIONS
Super Duty F-250-F-350 SuperCab Pickup Fifth Wheel Towing
Engine Axle Ratios
GCWR Max. (lbs.)
Maximum Loaded Trailer Weight (lbs.)(1) SuperCab Pickup F-250-350 4x2 SRW F-350 4x2DRW F-250-3504x4 SRW F-350 4x4DRW Manual Transmission 5.4L (330) SEFI V-8 3.734.10 13,50015,000 74008900 72008700 70008500 68008300 6.8L (415) SEFI V-10 3.734.30 16,50020,000 10,30013,800 10,00013,500 9,90013,400 9,60013,100 6.0L (363) V-8 DI Turbo Diesel 3.73 20,000 13,300 13,000 12,900 (1) 12,600 4.10 20,000 — 13,000 — 12,600 Automatic Transmission 5.4L (330) SEFI V-8 3.734.10 13,50015,000 75009000 72008700 71008600 68008300 6.8L (415) SEFI V-10 3.734.30 17,00020,000 10,80013,800 10,50013,500 10,40013,400 10,10013,100 6.0L (363) V-8 DI Turbo Diesel 3.73 20,000 13,300 13,000 13,000 (1) 12,600 4.10 20,000 — 13,000 — 12,600
NOTE: Maximum loaded trailer weights shown (Refer to page 11 for definition and assumptions). The combined weight of the towing vehicle (including hitch, passengers and cargo) and the loaded trailer must not exceed the Gross Combination Weight Rating (GCWR).
NOTE: Trailer king pin weight should be 15-25% of total loaded trailer weight. Make sure vehicle payload (reduced by option weight) will accommodate trailer king pin weight and weight of passengers and cargo added to the towing vehicle. Addition of trailer king pin weight, and weight of passengers and cargo cannot cause vehicle weights to exceed the rear GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating) or GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating). These ratings can be found on the vehicle Safety Com-pliance Certification Label.
NOTE: This information also applies to models with Pickup Box Delete option.
(1) For F-250-350 SRW models, F-350 trailer weights are shown. F-250 trailer weights are within 100 pounds, except for the F-250 SRW 4x4 SuperCab applications indicated above. For these applications, maximum loaded trailer weight is 12,000 pounds.
Frontal Area Considerations:
• Not to exceed 60 square feet: — All applications
Required Equipment:
• None
Standard Trailer Towing Equipment:
• Trailer Tow Package(1)
— Rear Stabilizer Bar (DRW 4x2 Only) — 7-Wire Harness and 7/4-Pin Connector — Trailer Brake Wiring/Feed Kit (In-Cab, No
Controller)
Optional Trailer Towing Equipment:
• Frame Mounted Hitch Receiver (Weight Carrying Capacity—6000 lbs., Weight Distributing
Capacity—12,500 lbs. SRW/15,000 lbs. DRW, Refer To Page 6) (No Fifth Wheel Hitch Available - Available Aftermarket Only)
TRAILER TOWING APPLICATIONS
Super Duty F-250-F-350 Crew Cab Pickup Fifth Wheel Towing
Engine Axle Ratios GCWR Max. (lbs.)
Maximum Loaded Trailer Weight (lbs.)(1) Crew Cab Pickup
F-250-350 4x2 SRW F-3504x2 DRW F-250-3504x4 SRW F-3504x4 DRW Manual Transmission 5.4L (330) SEFI V-8 3.734.10 13,50015,000 72008700 —— 68008300 —— 6.8L (415) SEFI V-10 3.734.30 16,50020,000 10,10013,600 9,80013,300 9,70013,200 930012,800 6.0L (363) V-8 DI Turbo Diesel 3.73 20,000 12,900 12,800 12,700 (1) 12,400 4.10 20,000 — 12,800 — 12,400 Automatic Transmission 5.4L (330) SEFI V-8 3.734.10 13,50015,000 72008700 —— 69008400 —— 6.8L (415) SEFI V-10 3.734.30 17,00020,000 10,60013,600 10,30013,300 10,20013,200 9,90012,900 6.0L (363) V-8 DI Turbo Diesel 3.73 20,000 13,100 12,800 12,700 (1) 12,400 4.10 20,000 — 12,800 — 12,400
NOTE: Maximum loaded trailer weights shown (Refer to page 11 for definition and assumptions). The combined weight of the towing vehicle (including hitch, passengers and cargo) and the loaded trailer must not exceed the Gross Combination Weight Rating (GCWR).
NOTE: Trailer king pin weight should be 15-25% of total loaded trailer weight. Make sure vehicle payload (reduced by option weight) will accommodate trailer king pin weight and weight of passengers and cargo added to the towing vehicle. Addition of trailer king pin weight, and weight of passengers and cargo cannot cause vehicle weights to exceed the rear GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating) or GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating). These ratings can be found on the vehicle Safety Com-pliance Certification Label.
NOTE: This information also applies to models with Pickup Box Delete option.
(1) For F-250-350 SRW models, F-350 trailer weights are shown. F-250 trailer weights are within 100 pounds, except for the F-250 SRW 4x4 Crew Cab applications indicated above. For these applications, maximum loaded trailer weight is 10,400 pounds.
Frontal Area Considerations:
• Not to exceed 60 square feet: — All applications
Required Equipment:
• None
Standard Trailer Towing Equipment:
• Trailer Tow Package(1)
— Rear Stabilizer Bar (DRW 4x2 Only) — 7-Wire Harness and 7/4-Pin Connector — Trailer Brake Wiring/Feed Kit (In-Cab, No
Controller)
Optional Trailer Towing Equipment:
• Frame Mounted Hitch Receiver (Weight Carrying Capacity—6000 lbs., Weight Distributing
Capacity—12,500 lbs. SRW/15,000 lbs. DRW, Refer To Page 6) (No Fifth Wheel Hitch Available - Available Aftermarket Only)
TRAILER TOWING APPLICATIONS
Super Duty F-350-F-450-F-550 Regular Chassis Cab Fifth Wheel Towing
Engine AxleRatios
GCWR Max. (lbs.)
Maximum Loaded Trailer Weight (lbs.) Regular Chassis Cab
F-350 4x2 SRW F-3504x4 SRW F-3504x2 DRW F-3504x4 DRW F-4504x2 DRW F-4504x4 DRW F-5504x2 DRW F-5504x4 DRW Manual Transmission 5.4L (330) SEFI V-8 3.734.10 13,50015,000 72008700 68008300 85007000 65008000 —— —— —— —— 6.8L (415) SEFI V-10 3.734.30 16,50020,000 10,100— 9700— 13,3009800 930012,800 —— —— —— —— 4.88 22,000 — — — — 14,600 14,200 14,500 14,100 5.38 22,000 — — — — 14,600 14,200 14,500 14,100 6.0L (363) V-8 DI Turbo Diesel 3.734.10 20,00020,000 13,100— 12,700— 12,80012,800 12,30012,300 —— —— —— —— 4.30 26,000 — — — — 18,100 17,700 — — 4.88 26,000 — — — — 18,100 17,700 18,000 17,700 Automatic Transmission 5.4L (330) SEFI V-8 3.734.10 13,50015,000 73008800 68008300 85007000 65008000 —— —— —— —— 6.8L (415) SEFI V-10 3.734.30 17,00020,000 10,600— 10,200— 13,30010,300 980012,800 —— —— —— —— 4.88 24,000 — — — — 16,600 16,300 16,500 16,200 5.38 26,000 — — — — 18,600 18,300 18,500 18,200 6.0L (363) V-8 DI Turbo Diesel 3.734.10 20,00020,000 13,100— 12,700— 12,90012,900 12,30012,300 —— —— —— —— 4.30 26,000 — — — — 18,100 17,800 — — 4.88 26,000 — — — — 18,100 17,800 18,000 17,700
NOTE: Maximum loaded trailer weights shown (Refer to page 11 for definition and assumptions). F-450-F-550 weights are for 140.8″ wheelbase mod-els. For 164.8″, 188.8″ and 200.8″ wheelbase models, weights may be somewhat less (usually not more than 400 pounds). Be sure the combined weight of your vehicle and trailer does not exceed the listed Gross Combination Weight Rating (GCWR).
NOTE: Trailer king pin weight should be 15-25% of total loaded trailer weight. Make sure vehicle payload (reduced by option weight) will accommodate trailer king pin weight and weight of passengers and cargo added to the towing vehicle. Addition of trailer king pin weight, and weight of passengers and cargo cannot cause vehicle weights to exceed the rear GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating) or GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating). These ratings can be found on the vehicle Safety Compliance Certification Label.
NOTE:To determine conventional towing maximum trailer weights for Chassis Cab, subtract weight of completed, fully loaded vehicle (including pas-sengers) from GCWR. Weight of fully loaded vehicle and trailer must not exceed GCWR. Ford Motor Company does not offer a factory-installed hitch receiver for Chassis Cab applications.
Frontal Area Considerations: • Not to exceed 60 square feet:
—All Applications Required Equipment: • None
Standard Trailer Towing Equipment: • 7-Wire Harness (Blunt Cut) With Relays • Trailer Tow Prep Package (Lariat Trim Only):
— Trailer Brake Wiring/Feed Kit (In-Cab, No Controller) Optional Trailer Towing Equipment: