Hi folk,

I have a 2017 with the 2nd Gen EB and 10 speed. I love it. This generation truck had a Max tow of ~12,200lbs. In my config (4x4, SuperCrew) that number is more like 11,200. The most I have had behind it ~8k. Truck did spectacularly (except for the gas mileage ... that was fun). I have never even thought of putting 11k on the thing.

The 2021 has a published capacity of 14k. Let's assume configured it is ~12,500.

I find myself looking at a bigger boat that is still towable. The one I am looking at will have a boat / trailer weight of ~10,500. With people and other crap I am sure I would be pushing 11,500. Whereas, this sounds like it is within spec, it seams insane to put that behind a 1/2 ton even if it is a 2021 with that high rating.

As much as I love my buck and a half, I am thinking this I may have to move up to a 250 / 350 for this kind of tow.

Question: Who has pulled > 10k in their 150 for any distance? Who has tried this in the mountains or hills? I would love to hear your thoughts.

Thanks in advance.

 

Yes, insane.

 

I’d be more concerned with backing down the boat ramp and then the reverse...

 

You are pulling near the limit, but a boat/trailer is somewhat more aerodynamic than a travel trailer of the same weight. You would be fine with your current truck. You may consider upgrading your brakes to a Stop Tech caliper system and get a tune.. I'm looking at the F-250 vs. F-150 choice too, but those big trucks are thirsty on a normal basis.

 

The 1/2 ton will pull it, but in dealing with a wet ramp, I'd not even try. I think you're going to want the weight of a superduty for that, and to maintain a stable rear. Light boat tongues are great for the 150, until the weight of the boat gets to where it can push the truck around pretty good.