What factors impact towing and payload capacity in a pickup truck?
The max tow rating of any Ford F-Series pickup truck is mainly determined by the choice of engine under the hood of said truck, with a larger more powerful engine—in the case of the Super Duty series, the 6.7-litre Power Stroke or 7.3-litre gas V8 are rated higher than the 6.2-litre gas V8 option—often providing more towing capacity. Though, once again, it’s in your best interest to take to a member of our team, as there are a ton of different factors that play into towing. For example, diesel-powered engines tend to have more torque than their equivalent gas-powered counterparts, and will provide a bit more efficient performance when towing—so if you tend to tow large loads over longer distances, a diesel engine might help you save in fuel over the long haul (no pun intended). Of course, there are other factors to consider, including your truck’s rear axle (single-rear wheels vs dual-rear wheels) or axle ratio.
