2020 Model Year
Source: Official Ford Towing Guide

Ford F 150
Towing Capacity

16 configurations · Official Manufacturer Data

13,200lbs max tow

Best-case across all configurations

2020 Ford F 150

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TONGUE WEIGHT ESTIMATOR

ESTIMATE REAL-WORLD TONGUE WEIGHT BEFORE YOU TOW

Maximum loaded weight of your trailer

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Propane tanks (20 lb)
0
× 40 lbs
Lead acid batteries
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× 60 lbs
Fresh water (gal)
0
× 8.3 lbs

Enter your trailer GVWR to calculate estimated tongue weight.

Towing Calculator

Driver Weight (lbs)
Passengers
Avg Passenger Weight (lbs)
Bed Cargo Weight (lbs)
Hitch + WDH Equipment (lbs)

Ball hitch: 30–50 lbs · WDH: 100–200 lbs

Trailer Tongue Weight (lbs)
Max Rated
13,200
lbs · OEM rating
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Load Penalty
0
lbs · above baseline
=
Available to Tow
13,200
lbs · your setup
Available (100%)
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Tow package required: Max Trailer Tow Package (53C)

Max tongue weight for this config: 1,320 lbs
Payload Capacity200 / 1,700 lbs used
Remaining: 1,500 lbsHitch gear: 50 lbs included

Uses SAE J2807 standard (150 lb driver baseline). Always verify ratings with your owner's manual and dealer before towing.

3.5L V6 gasoline
375 hp · 470 lb-ft
Crew Cab
Standard Bed
2WD
MAX13,200lbs
pkg req.
1,700lbs
3.5L V6 gasoline
375 hp · 470 lb-ft
Crew Cab
Short Bed
2WD
12,500lbs
pkg req.
1,730lbs
3.5L V6 gasoline
375 hp · 470 lb-ft
Regular Cab
Long Bed
2WD
12,000lbs
pkg req.
1,990lbs
3L V6 diesel
250 hp · 440 lb-ft
Double Cab
Long Bed
2WD
11,500lbs
pkg req.
1,750lbs
3L V6 diesel
250 hp · 440 lb-ft
Crew Cab
Short Bed
2WD
11,400lbs
pkg req.
1,630lbs
3.5L V6 gasoline
450 hp · 510 lb-ft
Crew Cab
Standard Bed
4WD
11,100lbs
pkg req.
1,520lbs
5L V8 gasoline
395 hp · 400 lb-ft
Regular Cab
Long Bed
2WD
11,000lbs
pkg req.
2,100lbs
3L V6 diesel
250 hp · 440 lb-ft
Crew Cab
Short Bed
4WD
10,200lbs
pkg req.
1,500lbs
5L V8 gasoline
395 hp · 400 lb-ft
Regular Cab
Long Bed
2WD
10,200lbs
pkg req.
2,100lbs
5L V8 gasoline
395 hp · 400 lb-ft
Crew Cab
Short Bed
2WD
10,100lbs
pkg req.
1,800lbs
2.7L V6 gasoline
325 hp · 400 lb-ft
Crew Cab
Short Bed
4WD
9,000lbs
pkg req.
1,510lbs
2.7L V6 gasoline
325 hp · 400 lb-ft
Regular Cab
Long Bed
2WD
8,500lbs
pkg req.
1,910lbs
2.7L V6 gasoline
325 hp · 400 lb-ft
Crew Cab
Short Bed
2WD
8,200lbs
pkg req.
1,680lbs
3.5L V6 gasoline
450 hp · 510 lb-ft
Crew Cab
Short Bed
4WD
8,000lbs
1,200lbs
3.3L V6 gasoline
290 hp · 265 lb-ft
Regular Cab
Long Bed
2WD
7,700lbs
pkg req.
1,840lbs
3.3L V6 gasoline
290 hp · 265 lb-ft
Crew Cab
Short Bed
2WD
7,400lbs
pkg req.
1,520lbs

* Amber values indicate highest available tow rating for current filter. "pkg req." = tow package required.

⚠ IMPORTANT — READ BEFORE TOWING

Figures shown are base configuration ratings from official manufacturer towing guides. Your actual capacity may differ based on installed options and accessories. For non-HD trucks, payload is often the limiting factor — not tow rating. Always check: (1) the yellow sticker on your driver door jamb for actual payload, (2) your hitch receiver weight rating, and (3) real-world tongue weight including propane, batteries and water.

Frequently Asked Questions

The 2020 Ford F 150 can tow between 7,400 and 13,200 lbs, depending on the engine, cab style, bed length, and drivetrain. The maximum rated towing capacity of 13,200 lbs is achieved with the optimal configuration when properly equipped.

The 3.5L V6 gasoline delivers the highest towing capacity on the 2020 Ford F 150, rated at up to 13,200 lbs. It produces 375 hp and 470 lb-ft of torque.

Yes — reaching the maximum towing capacity of 13,200 lbs on the 2020 Ford F 150 requires the Max Trailer Tow Package (53C) tow package. Without it, towing ratings on some configurations are significantly lower. The package typically adds a trailer hitch receiver, upgraded transmission cooler, integrated trailer brake controller, and a higher-output alternator.

On the 2020 Ford F 150, the 2WD configuration tows more — up to 13,200 lbs versus 11,100 lbs for 4WD, a difference of 2,100 lbs. The 2WD variant's advantage comes from a lower curb weight, which directly increases available towing capacity.

The Crew Cab cab tows the most on the 2020 Ford F 150, rated up to 13,200 lbs. Other cab styles are: Regular Cab (12,000 lbs), Double Cab (11,500 lbs).

The tongue weight limit for the 2020 Ford F 150 ranges from 740–1,320 lbs depending on configuration. Tongue weight — the downward force your trailer hitch applies to the truck — should be kept between 10% and 15% of your total trailer weight. Exceeding the tongue weight limit can cause trailer sway and loss of steering control even when within the max tow rating.