2027 FORD SUPER DUTY TOWING & PAYLOAD
2027 Ford Super Duty Towing Capacity and Payload: F-250, F-350 & F-450
The 2027 Ford Super Duty can tow up to 40,000 pounds* with a properly equipped F-450 gooseneck setup and carry up to 7,900 pounds of payload* with a qualifying gas-powered F-350 dual-rear-wheel pickup. Those are two different trucks. We’ll help you compare the F-250, F-350 and F-450 by the trailer you pull, the weight you carry and the equipment needed for both.
40,000 lb
Super Duty maximum gooseneck towing
30,000 lb
Maximum conventional towing
7,900 lb
Maximum available gas payload
4 setups
F-250, F-350 SRW/DRW and F-450
Start with the ratings, then let us help you verify the right truck for your trailer.
PICK YOUR TRUCK AND HITCH
Explore Maximum 2027 Super Duty Tow Ratings*
Choose a Super Duty model and trailer connection. Each number is Ford’s highest published rating for a qualifying configuration, not a guarantee for every truck on the lot. The truck’s payload, axle ratings and loaded trailer weight still govern what you can pull.
View full towing & payload tables
1. SELECT YOUR SUPER DUTY
2. CHOOSE YOUR TRAILER HITCH
F-250 SRW + conventional: what to check
Ford’s 22,000-lb conventional ceiling requires a qualifying 6.7L high-output diesel F-250 with the High-Capacity Axle Upgrade Package (535) and specified tires. Check the truck’s receiver rating and allow for loaded trailer tongue weight, passengers and bed cargo.
F-250 SRW + fifth-wheel: what to check
The 22,100-lb fifth-wheel ceiling belongs to a qualifying high-output diesel F-250. Confirm the in-bed fifth-wheel hitch and prep equipment, then weigh the loaded trailer’s kingpin load against the truck’s available payload and rear-axle rating.
F-250 SRW + gooseneck: what to check
A properly configured high-output diesel F-250 reaches 23,000 lb with a gooseneck connection. The applicable axle, GCWR and hitch equipment are essential, and weight carried over the rear axle still counts toward the truck’s payload limit.
F-350 SRW + conventional: what to check
The 25,000-lb conventional ceiling requires a qualifying high-output diesel F-350 SRW with the right cab, drivetrain and tires. Check the rear receiver limit as well as the trailer’s loaded tongue weight; an F-350 badge alone does not establish this rating.
F-350 SRW + fifth-wheel: what to check
With the correct high-output diesel, axle and hitch equipment, F-350 SRW reaches 27,400 lb of fifth-wheel towing. The kingpin puts substantial weight into the bed, so compare the hitch hardware, passengers and actual pin weight with the truck’s payload and rear GAWR.
F-350 SRW + gooseneck: what to check
A qualifying high-output diesel F-350 SRW reaches 27,600 lb gooseneck. Cab, axle and tire selection change the applicable chart cell; a properly fitted in-bed hitch and enough remaining payload are just as important as the trailer-weight number.
F-350 DRW + conventional: what to check
A qualifying high-output diesel F-350 DRW reaches 28,000 lb with a conventional trailer. That number depends on the appropriate truck build and receiver; plan for loaded tongue weight rather than assuming the available 7,900-lb gas-engine payload applies to this diesel truck.
F-350 DRW + fifth-wheel: what to check
The 35,000-lb fifth-wheel ceiling requires a qualifying high-output diesel F-350 DRW. Check the actual trailer’s loaded pin weight and the in-bed hitch hardware against GVWR and rear GAWR; the headline 7,900-lb payload belongs to a separate gas-powered build.
F-350 DRW + gooseneck: what to check
F-350 DRW reaches 38,000 lb gooseneck with a qualifying high-output diesel and 4.10 axle configuration. This is a different setup from the gas F-350 DRW that carries the maximum payload; verify pin weight, hitch equipment and the actual GCWR before choosing.
F-450 DRW + conventional: what to check
The F-450’s 30,000-lb conventional maximum comes from a qualifying high-output diesel pickup and receiver combination. Do not apply it to every F-450: the special 40,000-lb gooseneck configuration has a lower published conventional rating.
F-450 DRW + fifth-wheel: what to check
The F-450 reaches 35,000 lb of fifth-wheel towing in a qualifying high-output diesel build. Confirm the fifth-wheel connection and trailer kingpin weight separately: choosing the 40K gooseneck package does not automatically raise the fifth-wheel rating.
F-450 DRW + gooseneck: what to check
Ford’s 40,000-lb gooseneck maximum requires a qualifying F-450 Regular Cab 4×2 high-output diesel with the 40K Gooseneck Tow Package (535) and a 48,000-lb GCWR. Check the loaded trailer’s pin weight and the specific truck’s available payload before relying on the maximum.
These model-by-hitch figures are upper limits across qualifying builds. Use the full ratings table and the truck’s door-jamb labels before towing.
FORD-PUBLISHED MAXIMUM
F-250 SRW · conventional towing
Up to 4,175 lb of payload on a separate qualifying 7.3L gas configuration.
The full bar is the Super Duty maximum for conventional towing.
FORD-PUBLISHED MAXIMUM
F-250 SRW · fifth-wheel towing
Up to 4,175 lb of payload on a separate qualifying 7.3L gas configuration.
The full bar is the Super Duty maximum for fifth-wheel towing.
FORD-PUBLISHED MAXIMUM
F-250 SRW · gooseneck towing
Up to 4,175 lb of payload on a separate qualifying 7.3L gas configuration.
The full bar is the Super Duty maximum for gooseneck towing.
FORD-PUBLISHED MAXIMUM
F-350 SRW · conventional towing
Up to 4,857 lb of payload on a separate qualifying 7.3L gas configuration.
The full bar is the Super Duty maximum for conventional towing.
FORD-PUBLISHED MAXIMUM
F-350 SRW · fifth-wheel towing
Up to 4,857 lb of payload on a separate qualifying 7.3L gas configuration.
The full bar is the Super Duty maximum for fifth-wheel towing.
FORD-PUBLISHED MAXIMUM
F-350 SRW · gooseneck towing
Up to 4,857 lb of payload on a separate qualifying 7.3L gas configuration.
The full bar is the Super Duty maximum for gooseneck towing.
FORD-PUBLISHED MAXIMUM
F-350 DRW · conventional towing
Up to 7,900 lb of payload on a separate qualifying 7.3L gas configuration.
The full bar is the Super Duty maximum for conventional towing.
FORD-PUBLISHED MAXIMUM
F-350 DRW · fifth-wheel towing
Up to 7,900 lb of payload on a separate qualifying 7.3L gas configuration.
The full bar is the Super Duty maximum for fifth-wheel towing.
FORD-PUBLISHED MAXIMUM
F-350 DRW · gooseneck towing
Up to 7,900 lb of payload on a separate qualifying 7.3L gas configuration.
The full bar is the Super Duty maximum for gooseneck towing.
FORD-PUBLISHED MAXIMUM
F-450 DRW · conventional towing
Up to 6,482 lb of payload on a separate qualifying 6.7L HO diesel configuration.
The full bar is the Super Duty maximum for conventional towing.
FORD-PUBLISHED MAXIMUM
F-450 DRW · fifth-wheel towing
Up to 6,482 lb of payload on a separate qualifying 6.7L HO diesel configuration.
The full bar is the Super Duty maximum for fifth-wheel towing.
FORD-PUBLISHED MAXIMUM
F-450 DRW · gooseneck towing
Up to 6,482 lb of payload on a separate qualifying 6.7L HO diesel configuration.
The full bar is the Super Duty maximum for gooseneck towing.
Tow-rating bars compare models within the same hitch category. Maximum payload and maximum towing figures are not necessarily available together on one vehicle.
WHY TWO TRUCKS HAVE DIFFERENT RATINGS
What Changes Super Duty Towing and Payload?
The model badge gets you into the right class; the vehicle build determines how much of the published capacity you can use. We focus on four details when you compare trucks in White Hall.
2 engines
7.3L gas or 6.7L high-output Power Stroke diesel; the F-450 is diesel-only
SRW / DRW rear-wheel formats
Single rear wheel or dual rear wheel changes in-bed load limits and maneuverability
3.31–4.30 axle ratios
Axle ratio, GCWR and hitch equipment control your trailer chart cell
VIN specific check
Cab, bed, 4×2/4×4, tires, packages and accessories change usable payload
For F-250 conventional towing above 18,200 lb, Ford specifies the High-Capacity Axle Upgrade Package (535) with 18-inch all-season or 20-inch all-terrain tires. Ford warns that towing without required equipment can affect the vehicle warranty.
Ford also limits factory receiver capacity to 18,200 lb on F-250/F-350 Tremor models. Always use the lowest applicable truck, receiver, hitch, axle or trailer limit.
WORK WITH THE REAL LOAD
Payload Is What Your Truck Carries, Even When You Are Towing
01 / CONVENTIONAL TRAILER
Count the Weight on the Hitch
Ford uses a 10% conventional tongue-weight guideline. A loaded 12,000-lb equipment trailer at that guideline applies about 1,200 lb to the truck before workers, tools, fuel and cargo. Do not rely on empty trailer weight.
02 / GOOSENECK AND FIFTH-WHEEL
Check Pin Weight Before the Trailer Rating
Ford uses a 15% in-bed trailer pin/tongue-weight guideline. At 24,000 lb of loaded trailer, that is about 3,600 lb borne by the truck before the hitch, passengers and bed supplies. This is a planning estimate, not the trailer’s measured pin weight. Confirm its actual loaded pin weight and compare it with the truck’s payload and rear-axle capacity.
03 / WORKDAY PAYLOAD
Remember What Goes in the Bed
Jobsite materials, toolboxes, work crews and a trailer tongue all use the same payload allowance. For property and contractor work around Fairmont, the actual loaded combination matters more than the largest number in the brochure.
CHOOSE THE RIGHT CLASS
F-250 vs. F-350 vs. F-450: Where Each Earns Its Place
F-250: A Strong Starting Point
For equipment, livestock and recreational trailers within its exact rating, the F-250 keeps a familiar single-rear-wheel truck footprint. Choose it after confirming the loaded trailer and remaining bed capacity.
F-350: More Ways to Carry Weight
Start with F-350 SRW when you need more capacity without a dually. Choose F-350 DRW when a heavy pin load, large trailer or work-focused bed payload makes dual rear wheels the better match.
F-450: Heavy Gooseneck Specialist
The diesel-only F-450 brings the highest published Super Duty pickup gooseneck rating. It does not have the lineup’s highest payload: for a very heavy bed load, compare it directly against F-350 DRW.
Bring Us Your Trailer Specs. We’ll Compare the Right Super Duty.
At Toothman & Sowers Ford, start with the trailer’s loaded weight, connection type and expected equipment in the bed. We’ll help you narrow the configurations and review the applicable Ford ratings rather than relying on one headline figure.
FORD CAPACITY DATA
2027 Super Duty Towing and Payload Tables
Compare maximums by model and hitch, then expand the engine, payload and example-configuration tables. All figures are in pounds and assume the specific qualifying builds described in Ford’s U.S. towing information.
Review Ford’s complete model, hitch and configuration ratings before matching a truck to your trailer.
WHY SHOP WITH US
Find the Super Duty That Fits Your Work at Toothman & Sowers Ford
Our White Hall team serves truck owners across north-central West Virginia. We’re here for the practical details: compare exact equipment, understand the purchase, and keep your Ford ready for the work after delivery.
Market Best Pricing
Our market-based pricing approach puts a competitive, consistent vehicle price in front of you online, by phone or in the showroom, so you can compare truck configurations with fewer unknowns.
Local Recognition for Customer Service
Toothman & Sowers Ford received Best of Marion County 2025 recognition, including Best New Car & Truck Dealer and Best Customer Service.
Ford-Trained Service and OEM Parts
Our service department supports your truck with Ford-trained technicians and OEM replacement parts for routine maintenance, inspections and repairs.
Trade-In and Finance Tools
Start with a trade appraisal and available finance tools before visiting. That gives you a clearer picture of the upgrade from your current truck to the Super Duty your workload requires.
COMMON CAPACITY QUESTIONS
2027 Ford Super Duty Towing and Payload FAQs
What is the maximum towing capacity of the 2027 Ford Super Duty?
The maximum is 40,000 pounds with a properly equipped F-450 dual-rear-wheel pickup and gooseneck connection. Maximum conventional towing is 30,000 pounds, and maximum fifth-wheel towing is 35,000 pounds. These ratings come from qualifying configurations, not all Super Duty pickups.
What is the maximum payload of the 2027 Ford Super Duty?
Up to 7,900 pounds in a qualifying gas-powered F-350 dual-rear-wheel pickup. The highest available payload and the highest tow rating belong to different trucks; your door-jamb payload label controls the amount available on the vehicle you purchase.
How much can a 2027 Ford F-250 tow?
Up to 22,000 pounds conventionally, 22,100 pounds with a fifth-wheel hitch, or 23,000 pounds with a gooseneck connection when equipped for those ratings. The 7.3L gas-powered F-250 has lower maximums.
How much can a 2027 Ford F-350 tow?
A qualifying single-rear-wheel F-350 reaches 27,600 pounds gooseneck, while a dual-rear-wheel F-350 reaches 38,000 pounds gooseneck. Maximum conventional towing is 25,000 pounds for SRW and 28,000 pounds for DRW configurations.
How much can a 2027 Ford F-450 tow?
The F-450 pickup reaches up to 40,000 pounds with a gooseneck, 35,000 pounds with a fifth-wheel and 30,000 pounds conventionally. The 40,000-pound gooseneck figure requires the 40K Gooseneck Tow Package on a qualifying build.
Is the F-350 or F-450 better for payload?
The F-350 dual-rear-wheel has the higher published maximum payload: up to 7,900 pounds with the appropriate gas configuration, compared with up to 6,482 pounds on a qualifying diesel F-450. The F-450 is the higher-capacity gooseneck towing choice.
Does a heavier hitch increase my truck’s payload?
No. A fifth-wheel or gooseneck places substantial trailer weight into the bed. That load, hitch hardware, cargo and passengers all count against available payload and must fit GVWR and rear GAWR.
Where can I compare 2027 Super Duty trucks near Fairmont?
Visit Toothman & Sowers Ford at 2231 White Hall Boulevard in White Hall, West Virginia. Bring your trailer’s loaded weight, hitch type and expected bed load so we can compare Ford’s charts against the equipment on available trucks.
YOUR NEXT STEP
Shop the Truck. Confirm Its Actual Rating.
Ready to find your Super Duty? Explore our available trucks, financing and trade-in options, or continue comparing Ford towing specifications, trim levels and configurations before making your decision.
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*All 2027 Super Duty towing ratings shown are Ford-published U.S. pickup maximum loaded trailer weights, not VIN-specific ratings. F-250, F-350 single-rear-wheel, F-350 dual-rear-wheel and F-450 pickups require different engines, axles, cab/drivetrain/tire configurations and equipment to reach the displayed figures. The maximum towing setup does not necessarily deliver maximum payload. Maximum payload figures represent qualifying configurations and vary with options, passengers, installed equipment and cargo.
*Ford requires F-250 High-Capacity Axle Upgrade Package (535) with specified tires for conventional towing above 18,200 lb and warns of potential warranty consequences without required equipment. The 40,000-lb F-450 gooseneck rating requires the 40K Gooseneck Tow Package (535) in Ford’s selector chart. Ford lists 10% conventional tongue weight and 15% fifth-wheel/gooseneck pin or tongue weight as loading guidelines. Account for hitch hardware, people, cargo, GVWR, rear GAWR, GCWR and the receiver/hitch rating; Ford’s maximum frontal-area guidance is 60 sq ft for conventional towing and 75 sq ft for fifth-wheel/gooseneck. Actual towing and payload must be verified using the vehicle’s certification and tire/payload labels, owner’s manual and Ford towing guide. 2027 Super Duty pickup data is not interchangeable with chassis-cab ratings. Inventory changes.