What’s the 2021 Ford F-150’s Maximum Towing Capacity?
To unlock that class-leading, 14,000-pound towing capacity, you have a choice of the SuperCab or SuperCrew. With the SuperCab, you’ll need the 400-hp, twin-turbocharged 3.5-liter EcoBoost V-6, two-wheel drive (through the rear wheels) and the Max Trailer Tow Package. This option includes features such as a 3.55 or 3.73 electronic locking rear differential (the difference depends on whether the Heavy-Duty Payload Package is ordered; the 3.73 version is included when the HD option is added), 36-gallon gas tank, seven-pin wiring harness, Class IV trailer hitch, integrated trailer brake controller, smart trailer tow connector,
Pro Trailer Backup Assist and upgraded rear bumper. The SuperCab’s only bed option is the 8-footer.
In the SuperCrew, you’ll also need the 400-hp, EcoBoost V-6; 2WD and the Max Trailer Tow Package. As with the SuperCab, the 3.55 or 3.73 electronic locking differential depends on whether the Heavy-Duty Payload Package has been added. The SuperCrew capable of towing 14,000 pounds can be had with either a 5.5- or 6.5-foot cargo bed.
Keep in mind that higher trim levels have more comfort and convenience features, but they also add weight to the truck. This is why lower trims, such as the XL and XLT, offer the highest maximum tow ratings.