2026 Ford Towing Guide
Whether you need to get equipment to the worksite or a camper out into the woods, Ford trucks and SUVs give you unrivaled towing capacity along with comfortable and safe cabins for the longest of hauls. But it’s not always easy to figure out what vehicle you need for your specific type of towing. Even when talking about just one model, differences in equipment can make a difference of thousands of pounds. That’s why Sarchione Ford of Alliance has put together this towing guide to help you sort through different models and configurations to find what’s right for you.
Ford Truck Towing Capacities
Ford F-150 Towing Capacity
The Ford F-150 is an icon. The best-selling truck in America for decades now, the F-150 offers incredible capability thanks to a wide selection of powertrains and cutting-edge technology. The F-150 is built from a mix of aluminum alloy and high-strength steel to create a strong but lightweight truck that can handle anything. Four different powertrains are offered including a segment-first hybrid powertrain as well as the popular Coyote V8. There are multiple EcoBoost options available as well to help maximize both power and fuel efficiency. So whatever you need to tow, the F-150 has a configuration that will impress you.
| Engine | HP @ RPM | Torque @ RPM | Max Towing (lbs) | Max Payload (lbs) |
| 2.7L EcoBoost V6 | 325 @ 5,500 | 400 lb-ft @ 3,500 | 8,400 | 1,775 |
| 3.5L EcoBoost V6 | 382 @ 5,250 | 500 lb-ft @ 3,100 | 13,500 | 2,440 |
| 5.0L Ti-VCT V8 | 400 @ 6,250 | 410 lb-ft @ 4,250 | 12,800 | 2,235 |
| 3.5L PowerBoost Full Hybrid V6 | 420 @ 5,250 | 570 lb-ft @ 3,500 | 11,600 | 1,740 |
Ford F-150 Lightning Towing Capacity
You might have to take a closer look to tell the F-150 Lightning apart from the rest of the F-150 lineup, but it is still different enough that we gave it its own section. The Ford F-150 Lightning is everything that makes the F-150 such a superb truck but with an electric drivetrain. The world’s first pure electric full-size pickup, the F-150 Lightning offers up to 320 miles of range and will hit 60 MPH in under 4 seconds. There are two different battery packs offered and each comes with different power, range, and towing capabilities, but whichever one you choose, you’ll get a superbly capable truck. To show off just how capable it is, when Ford announced the F-150 Lightning, it was with a publicity event where the truck pulled a 1 million pound train. Ford doesn’t recommend doing this yourself but the towing capacities for the F-150 Lightning are nonetheless impressive.
| Ford F-150 Lightning | Standard Range Battery | Extended Range Battery |
| Horsepower | 452 | 580 |
| Torque | 775 lb-ft | 775 lb-ft |
| Max Payload | 2,235 lbs | 1,913 lbs |
| Max Towing | 7,700 lbs | 10,000 lbs |
Ford Super Duty Towing Capacity
Since the toughest tasks call for the toughest trucks, the Ford Super Duty remains the industry benchmark by which all other heavy-duty trucks are measured. Dominating both commercial and retail segments, the Super Duty continues to lead the pack in terms of performance, durability, and towing strength. Both gasoline and diesel engine configurations have a unique blend of low-end responsiveness and fuel-sipping efficiency to help you tow with confidence. From the job site to the camp site, the Ford Super Duty is the perfect companion for individuals who depend on their truck to work as hard as they do.
| Ford Super Duty Engines | Extended Range Battery |
| 6.8L Gas V8 | 580 |
| 7.3 Gas V8 | 775 lb-ft |
| 6.7L Power Stroke® Diesel | 1,913 lbs |
| 6.7L High Output Power Stroke® Diesel | 10,000 lbs |
Ford Ranger Towing Capacity
If you’re looking for fantastic towing capacity in a midsize package, the Ford Ranger is a shockingly excellent solution. The standard 2.3-liter EcoBoost engine is turbocharged for better torque across a wider range of the powerband and that extra low-end grunt delivers a much better towing capacity than what you’ll find in the competitors of the Ford Ranger. This solidly built engine is mated with a durable 10-speed automatic transmission that delivers excellent capability as well as fuel economy. Similar to the rest of the Ford truck lineup, the Ranger is built to tackle off-road conditions as well as smooth highway cruising.
| Ford Ranger | 2.3L EcoBoost® | 2.7L EcoBoost® |
| HP @ RPM | 270 | 315 |
| Torque @ RPM | 310 lb-ft | 400 lb-ft |
| Max Towing (lbs) | 7,500 | 7,500 |
| Max Payload (lbs) | 1,767 | 1,513 |
Ford Maverick Towing Capacity
Don’t be caught off-guard by its impressive compact platform! The innovative Ford Maverick is evidence that big things can come in small packages.Whether you opt for the standard 2.0L EcoBoost® engine or upgrade to the available 2.5L hybrid powertrain, the Maverick delivers outstanding capability including an impressive towing capacity. When equipped with the available 4K Towing Package, the Maverick can tow up to an astounding 4,000 pounds. Combined with other key features like an available all-wheel drive system and its clever FLEXBED™, the Ford Maverick offers the class-leading capabilities you need to help get the job done.
| Ford Maverick | 2.5L Hybrid Powertrain | 2.0L EcoBoost® |
| HP @ RPM | 184 @ 5,600 | 250 @ 5,500 |
| Torque @ RPM | 155 lb-ft @ 4,000 | 280 lb-ft @ 3,000 |
| Max Towing (lbs) | 4,000 | 4,000 |
| Max Payload (lbs) | 1,500 | 1,500 |
Ford SUV Towing Capacities
Ford Expedition Towing Capacity
The Ford Expedition offers even more towing capacity than some configurations of the F-150 while still having room for the whole family to comfortably stretch out inside. Some of that is due to the truck-like body-on-frame construction that delivers unparalleled toughness. Some of it is due to the advanced 3.5L EcoBoost® V6 that comes with lots of low-end grunt to make towing effortless.
| Ford Expedition | Expedition 4X2 | Expedition 4X4 | Expedition MAX 4X2 | Expedition MAX 4X4 |
| Standard Engine | 3.5L EcoBoost® V6 with Ti-VCT | 3.5L EcoBoost® V6 with Ti-VCT | 3.5L EcoBoost® V6 with Ti-VCT | 3.5L EcoBoost® V6 with Ti-VCT |
| Max Towing Capacity (lbs) | 6,000 | 9,600 | 6,300 | 9,000 |
Ford Explorer Towing Capacity
The Ford Explorer defines the SUV the same way that the F-150 defines the pickup truck. This iconic vehicle is the benchmark for midsize SUVs and it’s easy to see why. With its luxurious cabin and highly capable drivetrain options, the Explorer is a stylish way to get all of your stuff to wherever it needs to go.
| Ford Explorer Engines | Max Towing Capacity |
| 2.3L EcoBoost I4 | 5,000 lbs |
| 3.0L EcoBoost V6 | 5,000 lbs |
Ford Bronco Towing Capacity
Off-road enthusiasts now have an even more capable vehicle with an impressive towing capacity thanks to the return of the legendary Ford Bronco. Offered in both classic 2-door and 4-door body styles, the Bronco is ready for any challenge that stands in front of it.
| Ford Bronco Engines | Max Towing - 2-Door (lbs) | Max Towing - 4-Door (lbs) |
| 2.3L EcoBoost® I4 | 3,500 | 3,500 |
| 2.7L EcoBoost V6 | 3,500 | 3,500 |
Ford Bronco Sport Towing Capacity
With the Bronco Sport, Ford brings serious off-road capability to the compact segment. With that comes the towing capacity you need to take your dirt bikes, jet skis, or a small camper with you wherever the adventure takes you.
| Ford Bronco Sport Engines | Max Towing Capacity |
| 1.5L EcoBoost® I3 | 2,200 |
| 2.0L EcoBoost I4 | 2,700 |
Ford Escape Towing Capacity
Stylish, efficient, and technologically advanced, the Ford Escape has a lot to offer and an uncommonly good towing capacity is definitely on that list. You might not think of a compact crossover as a good towing vehicle, but you can when it’s an Escape.
| Ford Escape Engines | Max Towing Capacity |
| 2.5L I4 Hybrid / PHEV | 1,500 lbs |
| 1.5L EcoBoost I3 | 2,000 lbs |
| 2.0L EcoBoost I4 | 3,500 lbs |
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