When it comes to handling demanding tasks on the road, knowing your Ford Super Duty towing capacity can save time and money. The three Super Duty models (the F-250, F-350, and F-450) all raise the bar in capability. The commercial options (the F-550 and F-600) have lower towing capacity but offer extremely high payload capacity for businesses. For some of the best heavy-duty truck specifications in Sacramento, CA, these pickups deliver exceptional capability.
Before you visit Downtown Ford Sacramento, take a look at the maximum towing capacity offered by these models below.
As the smallest of our new Ford Super Duty models, the Ford F-250 SD has a fantastic towing capacity for work and play alike. With 22,000 pounds1 of conventional towing and 23,000 pounds with a gooseneck hitch,1 the F-250 can handle most vacation or worksite tasks with ease.
The F-250 has more than enough for most livestock and flatbed carriers, heavy-duty equipment holders, and similarly hefty pieces of cargo. Whether you're on the farm or tackling DIY projects around the house, the F-250 often delivers the Ford Super Duty towing capacity you're looking for.
While the F-250 is an excellent choice for most jobs, it is far from the most capable model in the lineup. The Ford F-350 SD, for example, has a maximum conventional towing capacity of 28,000 pounds and a gooseneck limit of 38,000 pounds.1 This is thanks to its dual-rear-wheel configuration, which significantly increases towing and payload capability.
With this configuration, the F-350 Super Duty payload capacity climbs to 8,000 pounds2 with the standard 6.8-liter gas V-8 – the highest of the non-commercial options. As an all-around package, the Ford F-350 SD is one of the most capable options in our new trucks and vans lineup.
For the best tow ratings among our new Ford vehicles, consider the Ford F-450 SD. At a gooseneck towing capacity of 40,000 pounds,1 the heaviest-duty truck of our standard lineup is ready to make a statement. When it comes to towing, the F-450 makes drives to Sacramento beaches more fun – bring a fishing boat or a bed of jet skis with ease.
However, the model's additional bulk means you have less payload to work with. The lightest configuration, equipped with the 6.8-liter gas engine, offers 6,482 pounds2 of towing capacity – more than the F-250 but less than the F-350. Generally, if you know you'll be towing loads exceeding 38,000 miles, that's where the F-450 truly shines.
While this guide focuses more on the F-250, F-350, and F-450, there are two additional models in the Super Duty lineup – the Ford F-550 SD and F-600 SD. These chassis cab models are almost always used for commercial purposes, such as transporting large amounts of food, drink, or furniture from one location to another. As a result, their towing capacity is lower: 34,300 pounds for the F-550 and 34,700 pounds for the F-600.1 However, they offer impressive payloads, with the F-600 reaching up to 15,140 pounds when properly equipped.
| Super Duty Model | F-250 | F-350 | F-450 | F-550 (Chassis Cab) | F-600 (Chassis Cab) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 6.7L H.O. Turbo Diesel V-8 | 6.7L H.O. Turbo Diesel V-8 | 6.7L H.O. Turbo Diesel V-8 | 6.7L Diesel V-8 | 6.7L Diesel V-8 |
| Max Conventional | 22,000 lbs1 | 28,000 lbs (DRW)1 | 30,000 lbs1 | 19,500 lbs1 | 20,000 lbs1 |
| Max Fifth-Wheel | 22,300 lbs1 | 35,000 lbs (DRW)1 | 35,000 lbs1 | 34,200 lbs1 | 34,600 lbs1 |
| Max Gooseneck | 23,000 lbs1 | 38,000 lbs (DRW)1 | 40,000 lbs1 | 34,300 lbs1 | 34,700 lbs1 |
| Super Duty Model | F-250 | F-350 | F-450 | F-550 (Chassis Cab) | F-600 (Chassis Cab) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 7.3L V-8 | 6.8L V-8 | 6.7L H.O. Turbo Diesel V-8 | 7.3L V-8 | 7.3L V-8 |
| Max Payload | 4,246 lbs2 | 8,000 lbs2 | 6,482 lbs2 | 12,700 lbs2 | 15,140 lbs2 |
So, are you ready to update your business, farm, or garage with a heavy-duty model? Trust our dealership in Sacramento, CA, to be your best option for exploring Ford Super Duty lease deals. We'll work with you to determine which Super Duty truck best fits your upcoming projects. Then, our financing team will explore investment options and discuss maintenance schedules with you.
The engine with the highest towing capacity is the 6.7-liter high-output turbo diesel V-8. With this powertrain and a gooseneck hitch, the F-450 can tow up to 40,000 pounds, the F-250 can handle up to 23,000 pounds, and the F-350 delivers up to 38,000 pounds.1 However, this engine is not available for the F-550.
The maximum conventional towing capacity of Ford Super Duty trucks is 30,000 pounds1 with the F-450 Crew Cab. With a gooseneck hitch, you can tow up to 40,000 pounds in a F-450 Regular Cab.1 The F-250 has a lower towing capacity, at a maximum of 23,000 pounds when properly equipped, and the F-350 can handle up to 38,000 pounds.1
Yes, the Ford F-350 SD, F-450 SD, and the F-550/F-600 Chassis Cab have enough towing capacity to handle a large RV. However, before towing an RV or fifth-wheel camper, it's important to weigh it after installing appliances, securing cargo, and preparing for departure. The additional weight of an RV's interior may exceed the tow rating of your Ford Super Duty pickup.
11/22/2025
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1When properly equipped. See dealer for details.
2Maximum payload capabilities are for properly equipped vehicles with required equipment and vary based on vehicle configuration, accessories, and option content. Horsepower, torque, payload and towing are independent attributes and may not be achieved simultaneously.
