Robustus

What's different about an F250 of the 1992-1996 generation versus an F150 of that gen?

Maulerman

F250 is a 3/4 ton chassis, F150 is 1/2 ton. There are quite a few differences. The F250 is a much more heavy duty unit.

Robustus

So specifically what's that mean? Beefier suspension? Thicker frame rails? Bigger brakes? All of the above? ??

wde3477

I think the answer is Yes to all of your questions - rated loads are different between the series. Also, I think the rear axles are different - semi- or full-floating on the 250 versus conventional on the 150.

To provide a better answer, need more information on where your question is going.

dewman

The F250 and F350 series are super duty trucks.
Generally speaking they will handle a bigger load and tow a heavier trailer.
They were designed to take more abuse as work trucks.
You may notice that most are used by contractors, plumbers
and the like.

Think bigger, thicker, heavier.

Robustus

Yes, I know they can handle/tow a bigger load. I'm asking what the physical differences are that yield the increased capability. That is (as I've inquired before), do F250s have thicker frame rails? Bigger brakes? Bigger suspension? I'm sure the answer to the latter two is "yes", but I'm curious if 150s and 250s have the same frame. Etc... What exactly is it physically that makes up the difference?

reds89

the frame is thicker than a 150,i dont have measurements and they look basicily the same shape but its definitely a thicker unit,also the brakes are bigger,spring sizes and rates are different and all the f250,s i have seen run a 10.25 rearend.

dewman

After running a google search on the differences between the F150 and the F250:

I have done a little peeping around (at other forums) and have found that
the frame rails are thicker steel. Couldn't say by how much though. Also the front and rear differentials are bigger and the transmission is beefier. I saw a few places where it was mentioned that the F250 has a solid front axle, not the twin I-beam. The GVW rating for F150 is 7700lbs, F250 is 8800lbs and the F350 is 9900lbs.

svt tech

Just about everything except the powertrain and sheet metal are in fact different.Where is this question going and why?

Robustus

Interesting, thanks.

This question is going nowhere. I just recently got an F150, never having owned a truck before, so I figured I should learn the differences.