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The 2023 Ford F-150 is a full-size pickup truck manufactured by Ford Motor Company. The Ford F-150 was introduced in 1948. It is the best-selling vehicle in the United States. The main competitors of the 2023 Ford F-150 are the Chevrolet Silverado, Ram 1500 and GMC Sierra. In this article, we will explore the towing capacity of the 2023 Ford F-150.
How much can the 2023 Ford F-150 tow?
The 2023 Ford F-150 has a maximum towing capacity of 14,000 pounds. This is when the truck is properly equipped with the 3.5 EcoBoost V6 engine and the available Max Trailer Tow Package.
Please note, the towing capacity will vary based on factors such as engine type, drivetrain and whether or not your vehicle is equipped with a towing package. If you are unsure of your vehicle’s towing capacity, please contact your local dealership for details.
2023 Ford F-150 Payload Capacity
The payload capacity of the 2023 Ford F-150 will vary based on certain factors like engine, drivetrain and trim level. We’ve broken out the maximum payload capacities by engine type below:
| Engine Type | Payload Capacity (lbs) |
|---|---|
| 3.3L Ti-VCT V6 | 1,955 |
| 2.7L EcoBoost® V6 | 2,465 |
| 3.5L EcoBoost V6 | 3,235 |
| 3.5L PowerBoost™ Full Hybrid V6 | 2,120 |
| 5.0L Ti-VCT V8 | 3,315 |
| 3.5L EcoBoost H. O. V6 | 1,445 |
| 5.2L Supercharged V8 | 1,400 |
2023 Ford F-150 Tow Package
The tow package is not standard on the 2023 Ford F-150. It is an available option that can be added to the truck.
There are 3 tow packages available on the 2023 F-150. Please see table below for details on each.
| Ford F-150 Tow Packages | Tow Package (53B) | Trailer Tow Package (53A) | Max Trailer Tow Package (53C) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7-Wire Harness & 4-/7-Pin Connector | X | X | X |
| Hitch Receiver | X | X | X |
| Smart Trailer Tow Connector | X | X | X |
| Upgraded Rear Axle | X | ||
| Upgraded Rear Bumper | X | ||
| Tow/Haul Mode | X | X | X |
| Trailer Brake Controller | X | X | |
| Trailer Sway Control | X | X | X |
| Lane Keeping Alert | X | X | X |
| Tailgate LED | X | X | |
| Pro Trailer Backup Assist | X | X | |
| Onboard Scales with Smart Hitch | X | X | X |
For more information on the tow package, please contact your local dealership.
Towing Capacity By Engine Type
The 2023 Ford F-150 is available with six engine options. a 3.3L Ti-VCT V6 Engine, 2.7L EcoBoost® V6 Engine, 3.5L EcoBoost V6 Engine, 3.5L PowerBoost™ Full Hybrid V6 Engine, 5.0L Ti-VCT V8 Engine, 3.5L EcoBoost H. O. V6 Engine.
The towing capacity of the 2023 Ford F-150 will vary based on certain factors like engine, drivetrain and trim level. We’ve broken out the maximum towing capacities by engine type below:
| Engine Type | Towing Capacity (lbs) |
|---|---|
| 3.3L Ti-VCT V6 | 8,200 |
| 2.7L EcoBoost® V6 | 10,100 |
| 3.5L EcoBoost V6 | 14,000 |
| 3.5L PowerBoost™ Full Hybrid V6 | 12,700 |
| 5.0L Ti-VCT V8 | 13,000 |
| 3.5L EcoBoost H. O. V6 | 8,200 |
| 5.2L Supercharged V8 | 8,700 |
F-150 Towing Capacity vs Competitors
The 2023 Ford F-150 has a maximum towing capacity of 14,000 pounds. This is on par with its main competitors, such as the Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and RAM 1500.
We’ve broken out the competitor towing capacities below:
| Model | Towing Capacity (lbs) |
|---|---|
| 2023 Ford F-150 | 14,000 |
| 2023 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 | 13,300 |
| 2023 Ram 1500 | 12,750 |
| 2023 Toyota Tundra | 12,000 |
| 2023 GMC Sierra 1500 | 13,000 |
| 2023 Nissan Titan | 9,323 |
Please note the maximum towing capacity will vary based on factors such as engine type, drivetrain, and whether or not your vehicle is equipped with a towing package.
2023 Ford Trucks Towing Chart
| Model | Towing Capacity (lbs) |
|---|---|
| 2023 Ford Ranger | 7,500 |
| 2023 Ford F-150 | 14,000 |
| 2023 Ford F-250 | 22,700 |
| 2023 Ford F-350 | 35,750 |
| 2023 Ford F-150 Lightning | 10,000 |
Source: https://www.ford.com/trucks/f150