2021 Ford F-150 Towing Capacity

Ford F-150 Engine Specs

The exact towing capacity of the F-150 will mainly depend on the engine you choose to have power this truck. Overall, there are six different engine options with the 2021 F-150. Standard is a 290-horsepower 3.3L V6 engine that has a towing capacity of 8,200 pounds when properly equipped. To get the maximum towing capacity of 14,000 pounds, you'll want to get the available 3.5L EcoBoost® V6 engine that creates 400 horsepower and 500 lb-ft of torque. Let's look at what other engine choices the Ford F-150 offers.

Towing Technology

There are also a handful of features the 2021 Ford F-150 has that helps you out while towing. Standard features like Trailer Sway Control help keep everything stable when driving, while the Rear View Camera with Dynamic Hitch Assist helps you quickly line up your truck to your trailer. You can also get other available assistive technologies like:

• Pro Trailer Backup Assist™
• BLIS® (Blind Spot Information System) with Trailer Coverage
• LED projector headlamps with Adaptive Dynamic Bending

These systems help you in a variety of ways while towing to provide a more confident and safe driving experience. Back up your trailer with ease, know when it's safe to change lanes while towing, and navigate around at night, thanks to these features!

Other Capabilities of the F-150

Beyond its ability to tow a great deal of weight, there are a variety of other benefits the 2021 Ford F-150 offers. Its bed can also carry a range of tools, equipment, and gear, since it has a maximum payload capacity of 3,325 pounds and up to 77.4 cubic feet of cargo volume.

On top of the powerful capabilities of the available hybrid powertrain, it also helps save fuel anywhere you go as it gets an EPA-estimated 25 city/26 highway MPG. You can also configure your new F-150 to perform just as well off the main streets of town. Take on gravel roads, dirt trails, and more with the F-150 Raptor.