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Ford towing guide · Michigan City Ford · Michigan City, IN
Ford F-250 Towing Capacity
How much can a Ford F-250 Super Duty tow? Here are Ford's F-250 towing ratings by engine and hitch type, the payload range Ford lists, and the engine figures behind them.
23,000 lbsgooseneck, 6.7L diesel
22,000 lbsconventional, 6.7L diesel
19,500 lbsgooseneck or 5th-wheel, 7.3L gas
1,200 lb-ft6.7L H.O. diesel torque
The short answer
Ford rates the F-250 SRW at up to 23,000 lbs with a gooseneck hitch and the 6.7L High-Output Power Stroke® diesel, and up to 22,000 lbs with a conventional hitch. With the standard 7.3L gas V8, Ford lists up to 18,200 lbs conventional and 19,500 lbs gooseneck or 5th-wheel.
F-250 towing at a glance
Ford's Super Duty specs page lists towing ratings for the F-250 SRW (single rear wheel) by engine, axle ratio and hitch type. The highest F-250 figure in Ford's tables is 23,000 lbs with a gooseneck hitch and the 6.7L High-Output Power Stroke® diesel. With the standard 7.3L gas V8, the F-250 tops out at 19,500 lbs on a gooseneck or 5th-wheel hitch.
Highest values in the F-250 SRW rows of the towing tables on Ford.com's 2027 Super Duty specifications page, read November 11, 2026.
Ford F-250 towing by engine and hitch
| Hitch type | 7.3L V8 gas | 6.7L H.O. Power Stroke® diesel |
|---|---|---|
| Conventional | Up to 18,200 lbs | Up to 22,000 lbs |
| 5th-wheel | Up to 19,500 lbs | Up to 22,100 lbs |
| Gooseneck | Up to 19,500 lbs | Up to 23,000 lbs |
Highest values in the F-250 SRW rows of the towing tables on Ford.com's 2027 Super Duty specifications page, read November 11, 2026. Gas ratings use the 4.30 axle and 26,000-lb GCWR; diesel ratings use the 3.31 or 3.55 axle and 31,000-lb GCWR, which Ford says requires the F-250 High-Capacity Axle Upgrade Package. Ratings vary by cab, box, drive and axle.
F-250 payload
Ford's F-250 SRW payload table lists up to 4,175 lbs with the 7.3L gas engine and up to 3,918 lbs with the 6.7L High-Output diesel, depending on configuration. Ford notes that payload is reduced by trim series, option content and passengers, and that the label on the door jamb shows the carrying capacity of a specific truck.
From the F-250 SRW payload table on Ford.com's 2027 Super Duty specifications page, read November 11, 2026.
F-250 engines
7.3L V8 gas
420 hp at 5,350 rpm and 445 lb-ft at 4,250 rpm per Ford. Ford lists it as standard on the F-250 XL, XLT, Lariat, King Ranch and Platinum.
6.7L High-Output Power Stroke® V8 diesel
500 hp at 2,600 rpm and 1,200 lb-ft at 1,600 rpm per Ford. Ford lists it as available on the F-250 XL, XLT, Lariat, King Ranch and Platinum.
What about 40,000 lbs?
Ford's headline Super Duty figure of 40,000 lbs is for the Super Duty lineup as a whole when properly equipped, not the F-250. The F-250's own table tops out at 23,000 lbs.
From Ford.com's 2027 Super Duty specifications page, read November 11, 2026.
Before you hook up
Match the exact truck
Ratings change with cab, box, drive, axle ratio and packages. Check the build and the door-jamb label of the exact F-250 you will tow with.
Use the right hitch
The higher 5th-wheel and gooseneck ratings only apply with the matching hitch. A conventional hitch uses the conventional rating.
Check the payload
Ford says payload is reduced by trim series, option content and passengers. The door-jamb label shows the carrying capacity of a specific truck.
Get your F-250 ready to tow at Michigan City Ford
The Works® at Michigan City Ford includes a synthetic blend oil change, tire rotation and pressure check, brake inspection, Multi-Point Inspection, fluid top-off, battery test, and a filter, belts and hoses check. Before a big haul, our technicians can look over your Super Duty during your next visit.
Schedule service online and see our service specials first. Michigan City Ford is at 3930 Franklin St. in Michigan City. Get directions.
Michigan City Ford service hours
| Days | Hours |
|---|---|
| Mon-Fri | 7:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. |
| Sat | 8 a.m.-3 p.m. |
| Sun | closed |
From Michigan City Ford's website, November 11, 2026. Holiday hours can differ.
Ford F-250 towing FAQ
How much can a Ford F-250 tow?
Ford's 2027 Super Duty specs list up to 23,000 lbs for the F-250 SRW with a gooseneck hitch and the 6.7L High-Output Power Stroke diesel. With a conventional hitch the F-250 tops out at 22,000 lbs with the diesel and 18,200 lbs with the 7.3L gas V8.
How much can an F-250 with the 7.3L gas engine tow?
Ford lists up to 18,200 lbs conventional and up to 19,500 lbs with a 5th-wheel or gooseneck hitch for the 7.3L gas F-250, on the 4.30 axle.
What does the F-250 diesel tow?
Ford lists up to 22,000 lbs conventional, 22,100 lbs 5th-wheel and 23,000 lbs gooseneck for the F-250 with the 6.7L High-Output Power Stroke diesel, with the F-250 High-Capacity Axle Upgrade Package.
Can an F-250 tow 40,000 lbs?
No. Ford's 40,000-lb figure is the Super Duty lineup's maximum when properly equipped. The F-250's own towing table tops out at 23,000 lbs.
What is the F-250 payload capacity?
Ford's F-250 SRW payload table lists up to 4,175 lbs with the 7.3L gas engine and up to 3,918 lbs with the 6.7L diesel. Check the door-jamb label for a specific truck.
More Ford truck guides
See our Ford F-150 MPG guide or the Ford Super Duty at Michigan City Ford.
Sources
Towing, payload and engine figures are from Ford.com's 2027 Super Duty specifications page, read November 11, 2026. Ratings depend on configuration and equipment; Ford's own disclosures govern. Service details, address and hours are from Michigan City Ford's own website, checked November 11, 2026. Photo is illustrative.
- Ford.com: 2027 Ford Super Duty specifications (F-250 towing and payload tables), Ford Motor Company, read November 11, 2026
- General service: The Works, Michigan City Ford, November 11, 2026
- Address and service hours (structured data), Michigan City Ford, November 11, 2026