2024 Ford F-150 Towing Capacity & Payload

The 2024 Ford F-150 can tow up to 13,500 pounds when properly equipped.

Quick Answer

• Max Towing Capacity: Up to 13,500 lbs
• Max Payload: Up to 2,455 lbs
• GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating): Varies by configuration, typically 6,100 - 7,300 lbs
• GCWR (Gross Combined Weight Rating): Varies by configuration, up to 19,400 lbs
• Curb Weight: Varies significantly by configuration, typically 4,025 - 5,740 lbs
• Hitch Class: Class IV (standard on most models) or Class V (with Max Trailer Tow Package on certain configurations).
  • Class IV: Up to 5,000 lbs (weight carrying), up to 11,600 lbs (weight distributing)
  • Class V: Up to 5,000 lbs (weight carrying), up to 13,500 lbs (weight distributing) with appropriate powertrain, axle, and package.

Tow Ratings by Engine & Trim

It is crucial to verify the specific towing and payload capacities for your vehicle on the door-jamb sticker, as these figures vary greatly depending on engine, drivetrain, cab style, bed length, and optional equipment.

Note: The "Max Tow" values listed here are the maximum possible for that engine with the most optimal configuration (often Regular Cab, 4x2, specific axle ratio, and Max Trailer Tow Package). Your specific truck's capacity will vary. Always check your truck's door jamb sticker for precise ratings.

Tow Package Contents

Ford offers several towing-related packages for the 2024 F-150 to enhance its capabilities and safety:

• Trailer Tow Package: Often includes a Class IV trailer hitch receiver with a 4-pin and 7-pin wiring harness, Pro Trailer Backup Assist, and upgraded front stabilizer bar.

• Max Trailer Tow Package: This is the most comprehensive towing package and is required to achieve the highest tow ratings. It typically includes:

  • Integrated Trailer Brake Controller (ITBC)
  • Upgraded rear bumper
  • Upgraded front stabilizer bar
  • Receiver hitch with 4/7-pin connector
  • Engine oil cooler (if not standard with engine)
  • Transmission oil cooler (if not standard with engine)
  • Pro Trailer Backup Assist with Trailer Reverse Guidance
  • Electronic locking rear differential (specific axle ratio often required).

• Tow Technology Package: Builds on the Trailer Tow Package, adding features like Smart Hitch, Onboard Scales, and continuously controlled damping (adaptive suspension) for improved towing stability.

Ford F-150 models are generally rated according to SAE J2807 standards, which are voluntary guidelines established by the Society of Automotive Engineers to ensure consistent and comparable tow ratings across manufacturers. This helps provide a more realistic assessment of a vehicle's towing capabilities.

5th-Wheel & Gooseneck

The 2024 Ford F-150, being a half-ton light-duty truck, is not typically designed or rated for 5th-wheel or gooseneck towing applications. These types of hitches are generally reserved for heavy-duty trucks (F-250 and above) which have significantly stronger frames, suspension components, and greater payload capacities to handle the concentrated pin weight of a 5th-wheel or gooseneck trailer.

Attempting to tow a 5th-wheel or gooseneck trailer with an F-150 could exceed its GVWR and rear axle weight rating, leading to unsafe driving conditions and potential mechanical damage. If you require 5th-wheel or gooseneck capability, you should consider a Ford Super Duty truck.

Weight Distribution & WDH Requirements

For towing trailers over 5,000 lbs (or as specified in your owner's manual for specific configurations), a Weight Distributing Hitch (WDH) is generally required for the Ford F-150. A WDH helps distribute the trailer's tongue weight more evenly across the tow vehicle's axles and the trailer's axles, improving stability, braking, and steering control. It also helps to maintain proper headlight aim and prevent excessive sag in the rear of the truck.

When using a WDH, always ensure it is properly sized for your specific trailer and correctly adjusted according to the manufacturer's instructions and your F-150's owner