2023 Ford F-250 Specs: Towing Capacity & Engines

June 7th, 2023 by

2022 Ford F-250 Towing Boat
Are you looking for a heavy-duty truck with a higher towing capacity than the classic Ford F-150? A Super Duty model like the F-250 could be the perfect match–but just how much can the F-250 tow? When equipped with an optional high output V8 diesel engine and fifth-wheel/gooseneck trailer, the Ford F-250 towing capacity reaches 23,000 pounds.

 

 

If that sounds like the kind of power you need on the job in Loganville, read on! Below, Five Star Ford Stone Mountain takes a closer look at the Ford F-250 towing capacity and other key specs across the trim lineup.

How Much Can the F-250 Tow?

The Ford F-250 towing capacity varies widely—from 14,800 to 23,000 pounds—depending on your selected engine, drivetrain, and other factors. Let’s break down how much the F-250 can tow at maximum with each of the four available engines:

6.8L V8 Gas Engine

  • 405 hp
  • 445 lb-ft of torque
  • Base towing capacity(2WD/4WD): 14,800/14,400 pounds
  • Maximum towing capacity (5th wheel/gooseneck): 14,800 pounds

7.3L V8 Gas

  • 430 hp
  • 485 lb-ft of torque
  • Standard towing capacity (2WD/4WD): 17,200/16,800 pounds
  • Maximum towing capacity (5th wheel/gooseneck): 17,200 pounds

6.7L Power Stroke® Diesel V8

  • 475 hp
  • 1,050 lb-ft of torque
  • Base towing capacity (2WD/4WD): 18,200/20,000 pounds
  • Maximum towing capacity (5th wheel/gooseneck): 22,900 pounds

High Output 6.7L Power Stroke® Diesel V8

  • 500 hp
  • 1,200 lb-ft of torque
  • Base towing capacity (2WD/4WD): 18,200/20,000 pounds
  • Maximum towing capacity (5th wheel/gooseneck): 23,000 pounds

Not sure which model is right for you? Contact our team—we can help you compare Ford F-250 specs and decide which option offers the capability you need at the right price.

More Ford F-250 Specs & Features

There’s much more to the Ford F-250 than towing capacity. It’s also equipped with the industry’s most advanced towing technology features so that you can handle heavy loads with complete confidence in Winder:

  • 360-Degree Camera System
  • Built-in On-Board Scales
  • Pro-Trailer Hitch Assist
  • Enhanced Trailer Navigation
  • And much more!

Explore More F-250 Specs With Five Star Ford Stone Mountain

If you’d like to know more about what this hardworking Ford truck can bring to your toughest jobs, visit our showroom in Atlanta today! Be sure to check out our current new vehicle specials and learn how our VIP exchange process works before you drop by.

 

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