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In the conventional towing table, is shows 7,700 for my model/trim but with a sub-note stating that this requires a weight-distributing hitch. It then goes on to say that capacity will be reduced based on trim etc and to reference the towing basics information on the last page.
Required equipment section shows "For trailers over 5,000 pounds – Trailer Tow Package or Max Trailer Tow Package" is needed.
GCWR (Max. weight of vehicle + cargo + Passengers + Trailer + load) is listed as 12,800 lbs in the towing guide table
Tire and loading sticker shows that passenger + cargo weight should not exceed 1,573 lbs.
GVWR (Max. weight of vehicle + cargo + Passengers) of 6,360 means that I have 6,440 to play with for a trailer, which is less than the 7,700 listed in the table.
Sticker on the hitch shows 11,000 lbs for weight distributing and 5,000 lbs for weight carrying.
So if I am correct:
with the current hitch I can pull a measly 5,000 lbs.
With a weight distributing hitch I can pull up to 11,000 lbs however my trim is maxed out at 7,700 lbs
If I max out the 1,573 lbs passenger + cargo limit, the max trailer weight is reduced to 6,440lbs
Does this look right? I understand that you also have to factor in tongue weight too.
I pull a 4,000# trailer with my 2.7L 4x4 with max tow package and WD hitch often. It's no problem at all. I did have to upgrade the rear suspension to level it out.
I do think 8,000# or more would be pushing it with my truck even with the WD hitch and max tow package. It's not an F-350 designed for towing.
What Ford prints and the reality behind the wheel don't always align.
In short, if you are trying to consider an 11,000lb RV type trailer, no you can't haul that much.
You have a reasonable payload at almost 1600 at least. That's good for an 8,000lb trailer safely and reasonably.
You will be very limited by the 6360 GVWR.
Most of the trucks are 7,000, that gives you way more frame, and other good things for heavy trailer pulling.
If you want an 11,000 lb trailer you wouldn't start out with a 2.7liter motor. The motor makes the power but it will labor 100% of the time.
Ford does make it confusing...
limitation 1:
Since you have the Class IV hitch only (considered light duty tow package) and not the "trailer tow package", you're limited to 5,000lbs per the manual:
Limitation 2:
Your payload number needs to account for trailer tongue weight. For a 5k trailer, that's 500-750 lbs assuming 10-15%.
Thanks @45Colt@16IngotFX4@robbgt for the input - helps me get it clear in my head what I can pull. I've no plans on pulling anything in the near future (end definitely nothing at 11,000 lbs!!) but its good to know what I can pull.
There's a TON of information on the towing section here.
Typically, the weakness link in F150 is payload ( your 1573#). Once you and family get into truck, plus anything else in the back, you can eat up 500-600lbs pretty fast. Now you are at 900~lbs. Subtract 100lbs for a WDH, now you are at 800 payload left. Average of 13% weight on the hitch maxes out your towing at around 6,150lbs.
Research the towing section on here, it should answer all the questions you have as well as all the questions you don't even know to ask yet. ha.
Since you have the Class IV hitch only (considered light duty tow package) and not the "trailer tow package", you're limited to 5,000lbs per the manual:
Correction. Class IV Hitch option is considered and referred to in a couple places Medium Duty tow package. The light duty tow package is the step bumper ball mount and4 pole electrical connector.
Ford can be confusing. That 5000# limit is in that above reference but elsewhere in the write up it specifically states 6000# limit for a 2.7.
Correction. Class IV Hitch option is considered and referred to in a couple places Medium Duty tow package. The light duty tow package is the step bumper ball mount and4 pole electrical connector.
Ford can be confusing. That 5000# limit is in that above reference but elsewhere in the write up it specifically states 6000# limit for a 2.7.
I don't see anywhere it states that, can you post a screenshot? It also goes on to state the 5.0 and 3.5EB are capable of up to 7k without the heavy duty tow package. Non HD tow package would be class IV hitch, aka 53B. That would never pertain to bumper as that limit is 5k.
I don't see anywhere it states that, can you post a screenshot? It also goes on to state the 5.0 and 3.5EB are capable of up to 7k without the heavy duty tow package. Non HD tow package would be class IV hitch, aka 53B. That would never pertain to bumper as that limit is 5k.
SURE.
Note 3 is clearly discussing Medium Duty Tow package and 6000# tow limit. 2019 F150 owners manual. Yes, contradictions abound when manuals get a half arsed update.
Medium Duty Trailer Tow Package (not defined in any Ford brochure or the towing guide) = 53B package (Trailer hitch and a few more small things)
- Not shown on the window sticker except for Class IV hitch
Heavy Duty Trailer Tow Package (not defined in any Ford brochure or the towing guide, but referenced a lot) = 53A package
- Listed on the window sticker as "Trailer Tow Package"
I believe the window sticker actually shows "w/ Max Tow" in the upper left hand corner of the window sticker = 53C
Last edited by GMC to Ford; May 7, 2021 at 11:36 AM.
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