2021 Model Year
Source: Official Ford Towing Guide

Ford F 150
Towing Capacity

14 configurations · Official Manufacturer Data

14,000lbs max tow

Best-case across all configurations

2021 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)
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× 40 lbs
Lead acid batteries
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× 60 lbs
Fresh water (gal)
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× 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
14,000
lbs · OEM rating
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Load Penalty
0
lbs · above baseline
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Available to Tow
14,000
lbs · your setup
Available (100%)
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Tow package required: Max Trailer Tow Package (53C)

Max tongue weight for this config: 1,400 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.

MAX3.5L V6 gasoline
400 hp · 500 lb-ft
Cab
Crew Cab
Bed
Standard Bed
Drive
2WD
Payload
1,700 lbs
Max Tow
14,000lbspkg req.
MAX3.5L V6 gasoline
400 hp · 500 lb-ft
Cab
Double Cab
Bed
Long Bed
Drive
2WD
Payload
1,840 lbs
Max Tow
14,000lbspkg req.
3.5L V6 gasoline
400 hp · 500 lb-ft
Cab
Crew Cab
Bed
Short Bed
Drive
4WD
Payload
1,560 lbs
Max Tow
13,800lbspkg req.
5L V8 gasoline
400 hp · 410 lb-ft
Cab
Crew Cab
Bed
Short Bed
Drive
2WD
Payload
1,800 lbs
Max Tow
13,000lbspkg req.
3.5L V6 gasoline
400 hp · 500 lb-ft
Cab
Regular Cab
Bed
Long Bed
Drive
2WD
Payload
1,990 lbs
Max Tow
13,000lbspkg req.
5L V8 gasoline
400 hp · 410 lb-ft
Cab
Regular Cab
Bed
Long Bed
Drive
2WD
Payload
2,100 lbs
Max Tow
13,000lbspkg req.
3.5L V6 hybrid
430 hp · 570 lb-ft
Cab
Crew Cab
Bed
Short Bed
Drive
2WD
Payload
1,730 lbs
Max Tow
12,700lbspkg req.
3.5L V6 hybrid
430 hp · 570 lb-ft
Cab
Crew Cab
Bed
Short Bed
Drive
4WD
Payload
1,560 lbs
Max Tow
12,400lbspkg req.
5L V8 gasoline
400 hp · 410 lb-ft
Cab
Crew Cab
Bed
Short Bed
Drive
2WD
Payload
1,800 lbs
Max Tow
10,500lbspkg req.
2.7L V6 gasoline
325 hp · 400 lb-ft
Cab
Crew Cab
Bed
Short Bed
Drive
4WD
Payload
1,510 lbs
Max Tow
10,100lbspkg req.
2.7L V6 gasoline
325 hp · 400 lb-ft
Cab
Regular Cab
Bed
Long Bed
Drive
2WD
Payload
1,910 lbs
Max Tow
8,600lbspkg req.
2.7L V6 gasoline
325 hp · 400 lb-ft
Cab
Crew Cab
Bed
Short Bed
Drive
2WD
Payload
1,680 lbs
Max Tow
8,300lbspkg req.
3.3L V6 gasoline
290 hp · 265 lb-ft
Cab
Crew Cab
Bed
Short Bed
Drive
2WD
Payload
1,520 lbs
Max Tow
8,200lbspkg req.
3.3L V6 gasoline
290 hp · 265 lb-ft
Cab
Regular Cab
Bed
Long Bed
Drive
2WD
Payload
1,840 lbs
Max Tow
8,200lbspkg req.

* 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 2021 Ford F 150 can tow between 8,200 and 14,000 lbs, depending on the engine, cab style, bed length, and drivetrain. The maximum rated towing capacity of 14,000 lbs is achieved with the optimal configuration when properly equipped.

The 3.5L V6 gasoline delivers the highest towing capacity on the 2021 Ford F 150, rated at up to 14,000 lbs. It produces 400 hp and 500 lb-ft of torque.

Yes — reaching the maximum towing capacity of 14,000 lbs on the 2021 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 2021 Ford F 150, the 2WD configuration tows more — up to 14,000 lbs versus 13,800 lbs for 4WD, a difference of 200 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 2021 Ford F 150, rated up to 14,000 lbs. Other cab styles are: Double Cab (14,000 lbs), Regular Cab (13,000 lbs).

The tongue weight limit for the 2021 Ford F 150 ranges from 820–1,400 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.