Which Ford Truck Is Best for Towing?

The latest Ford Super Duty® equipped with the 6.7-liter High Output Power Stroke® Diesel engine, offers best-in-class maximum towing capacity, reaching up to 40,000 pounds. The latest Ford truck lineup offers exceptional choices like the F-150 and Super Duty® to meet your towing needs. Each new Ford truck is engineered to handle different hauling demands with confidence and capability.

Whether you're hauling recreational trailers, transporting equipment for your business or moving livestock across central Illinois farmland, the team at Jim Xamis Ford Lincoln is here to help you discover the best Ford truck for your specific towing requirements. Our comprehensive guide breaks down the Ford truck lineup by towing capacity, engine performance and real-world applications to simplify your decision. Book your F-250 test-drive at our Ford dealer near Bloomington today to learn more!

2026 Ford F-150® Platinum® truck in Marsh Gray pulling a camper

Ford Truck Towing by Engine

Choosing the best new Ford truck for towing starts with understanding your specific hauling needs. Central Illinois drivers face diverse towing challenges, from weekend campers heading to Illinois state parks to farmers moving heavy equipment during harvest season.

One of the best ways to determine the right truck for your preferences is to look at its available engine options and see what each can deliver in terms of towing power. Here is a thorough comparison of various Ford truck engines:

Model	Engine	Max Towing (lbs)	Max Payload (lbs)
Ford F-150	2.7-liter EcoBoost® V6	8,400	1,775
Ford F-150	3.5-liter EcoBoost® V6	13,500	2,445
Ford F-150	3.5-liter PowerBoost™ Full Hybrid V6	11,200	1,815
Ford F-150	5.0-liter Ti-VCT V8	12,900	2,225
Ford F-150	3.5-liter EcoBoost® H.O. V6	8,200	1,405
Ford F-150	5.2-liter Supercharged V8	8,700	1,410
Ford Super Duty®	6.8-liter Gas V8	18,900	8,000
Ford Super Duty®	7.3-liter Gas V8	22,500	7,635
Ford Super Duty®	6.7-liter Power Stroke® Diesel	38,600	6,952
Ford Super Duty®	6.7-liter High Output Power Stroke® Diesel	40,000	6,935

New Ford F-150: America's Most Capable Light-Duty Truck

The new Ford F-150 remains America's best-selling truck for good reason, offering impressive towing capacity up to 13,500 pounds when properly equipped. Six different engine options provide flexibility to match your priorities. The 3.5-liter EcoBoost® V6 delivers the best towing performance in the lineup, while the F-150 hybrid engine option combines towing capability with incredible fuel efficiency.

New Ford Super Duty®: Maximum Towing Performance

When your towing demands exceed light-duty capabilities, the new Ford Super Duty® lineup delivers uncompromising power. The F-250, F-350 and F-450 offer towing capacities reaching up to 40,000 pounds, making them a top choice for serious hauling applications. The 6.7-liter High Output Power Stroke® Diesel engine provides the best performance in the Super Duty® engine lineup when it comes to towing.

Advanced Towing Technologies & Configurations

Modern Ford trucks include sophisticated towing assistance systems that make hauling safer and more convenient than ever before. From extra camera views for improved visibility with larger loads, to sensors and more, new Ford trucks are packed with technology that make trailering safer and easier.

Looking for the best truck configuration for trailering wide loads? Compare Ford Super Duty® SRW vs. DRW options to see which best suits your needs. Dually Ford trucks are often considered the best configuration for hauling large trailers, but single rear wheel models can be more versatile. Weigh SRW vs. dually trucks for sale nearby with our Ford sales experts.