Official 2024 Ford RV & Trailer Towing Guide
2024 Ford Towing Reference
2024 Ford RV & Trailer Towing Guide
Research 2024 Ford towing capacities for F-150, F-150 Lightning, Super Duty, Ranger, Maverick, Expedition, Explorer, Bronco, Bronco Sport, Edge, Escape, Transit and other Ford vehicles. Compare maximum trailer ratings, towing packages, payload considerations, hitch types and important weight limits.
Important: Maximum towing capacity applies only to properly equipped vehicles. Actual capability varies with engine, drivetrain, axle ratio, cab, wheelbase, trim, optional equipment, payload, passengers, cargo and trailer configuration. Use the complete Ford towing guide and the information for the specific vehicle before towing.
2024 Guide Navigation
Find the Towing Information You Need
Use this page as a quick-reference guide, then open the complete Ford document when you need configuration-specific GCWR, axle ratio and trailer weight tables.
2024 Maximum Available Towing
2024 Ford Towing Capacity Highlights
Ford's 2024 lineup spans a huge range of towing needs, from compact utility trailers to heavy fifth-wheel and gooseneck applications.
13,500 lbs.
Ford F-150
Maximum available towing with the proper 3.5L EcoBoost configuration and required equipment.
40,000 lbs.
Ford Super Duty
Maximum available heavy-duty towing with the applicable diesel and gooseneck configuration.
9,300 lbs.
Ford Expedition
Maximum listed trailer weight for qualifying 2024 Expedition configurations.
7,500 lbs.
Ford Ranger
Maximum towing with the appropriate configuration and Trailer Tow Package.
Quick Comparison
2024 Ford Maximum Towing Capacities
These are selected maximum available ratings. They are not universal ratings for every vehicle of the model listed.
| 2024 Ford Vehicle | Maximum Listed Towing | Important 2024 Detail |
|---|---|---|
| F-150 | Up to 13,500 lbs. | Maximum requires the appropriate 3.5L EcoBoost, Tow/Haul Package and optional Max Tow Axle. |
| F-150 PowerBoost Hybrid | Up to 11,200 lbs. | Maximum varies by SuperCrew configuration, wheelbase, equipment and available payload. |
| F-150 Lightning | Up to 10,000 lbs. | Battery configuration and Max Trailer Tow equipment affect the Lightning's trailer rating. |
| Super Duty | Up to 40,000 lbs. | Maximum capability requires a very specific diesel, truck and gooseneck configuration. |
| Ranger | Up to 7,500 lbs. | Trailer Tow Package is required for trailers over 3,500 pounds. |
| Ranger Raptor | Up to 5,510 lbs. | The Raptor uses the 3.0L EcoBoost V6 and has a separate maximum trailer rating. |
| Maverick | Up to 4,000 lbs. | The 2024 4,000-lb. rating requires the available 2.0L EcoBoost engine and 4K Tow Package. |
| Expedition | Up to 9,300 lbs. | Ratings above 6,000 lbs. require a weight-distributing hitch. |
| Expedition MAX | Up to 9,000 lbs. | Long-wheelbase Expedition MAX uses its own configuration-specific towing table. |
| Explorer | Up to 5,600 lbs. | Certain 2024 Explorer configurations reach 5,600 lbs.; Explorer Hybrid reaches up to 5,000 lbs. |
| Bronco | Up to 3,500 lbs. | Standard Bronco configurations are rated separately from Bronco Raptor. |
| Bronco Raptor | Up to 4,500 lbs. | Bronco Raptor provides the highest Bronco trailer rating listed for 2024. |
| Bronco Sport | Up to 2,200 lbs. | 2024 Bronco Sport requires the Class II Trailer Tow Package for its listed towing applications. |
| Edge | Up to 3,500 lbs. | The 2024 Edge remains part of Ford's towing guide and can reach 3,500 lbs. with the applicable equipment. |
| Escape | Up to 3,500 lbs. | Maximum applies to the appropriately equipped 2.0L EcoBoost configuration. |
| Mustang | Up to 1,000 lbs. | Certain EcoBoost and GT configurations are listed at 1,000 lbs.; Dark Horse is not rated for trailer towing. |
| Transit Passenger Van | Up to 4,500 lbs. | Capacity varies with engine, drivetrain, wheelbase and roof configuration. |
| Transit Cargo Van | Up to 6,900 lbs. | Different RWD and AWD configurations have different trailer ratings. |
| Transit Cutaway / Chassis Cab | Up to 7,500 lbs. | Completed vehicle weight and body configuration must be included in the towing calculation. |
What Makes the 2024 Ford Towing Guide Worth Keeping?
2024 Explorer: Up to 5,600 lbs.
The 2024 Explorer towing tables differ from later model years. Certain properly equipped gas configurations are listed at up to 5,600 pounds, while hybrid configurations reach up to 5,000 pounds.
Ford Edge Is Still Included
Anyone researching a 2024 Edge needs year-specific information. The 2024 Edge can tow up to 3,500 pounds with the applicable drivetrain and Class II Trailer Tow Package.
2024 Bronco Sport Ratings Differ
Unlike later Bronco Sport model years that can reach higher ratings, the 2024 Ford guide lists a maximum loaded trailer weight of 2,200 pounds.
2024 F-150 Towing
2024 Ford F-150 Engine Towing Capacities
Six F-150 powertrains provide substantially different towing and payload combinations.
| 2024 F-150 Engine | Maximum Available Towing | Maximum Available Payload |
|---|---|---|
| 2.7L EcoBoost V6 | 8,400 lbs. | 1,775 lbs. |
| 3.5L EcoBoost V6 | 13,500 lbs. | 2,445 lbs. |
| 3.5L PowerBoost Full Hybrid V6 | 11,200 lbs. | 1,755 lbs. |
| 5.0L Ti-VCT V8 | 12,900 lbs. | 2,230 lbs. |
| 3.5L High Output EcoBoost V6 | 8,200 lbs. | 1,405 lbs. |
| 5.2L Supercharged V8 | 8,700 lbs. | 1,410 lbs. |
The 13,500-pound maximum F-150 rating requires the appropriate 3.5L EcoBoost configuration, Tow/Haul Package and optional Max Tow Axle. Horsepower, torque, payload and towing are separate attributes and should not be assumed to occur simultaneously.
Electric Truck Towing
2024 Ford F-150 Lightning Towing Capacity
Maximum Trailer Rating
Up to 10,000 lbs.The 2024 F-150 Lightning has its own towing limits separate from gas and hybrid F-150 models. Maximum capability depends on battery, trim, equipment and available payload.
Trailer Frontal Area
- 40 sq. ft. with standard-range battery without the applicable Trailer Tow Package.
- 55 sq. ft. with standard-range battery and the applicable Trailer Tow Package.
- 60 sq. ft. with extended-range battery.
Trailer shape, weight and aerodynamic drag can also influence real-world electric driving range while towing.
Heavy-Duty Capability
2024 Ford Super Duty Towing
F-250, F-350 and F-450 pickups offer conventional, fifth-wheel and gooseneck towing configurations with very different maximum ratings.
Maximum Available Towing
40,000 lbs.Ford's 2024 Super Duty maximum available trailer rating reaches 40,000 pounds when the truck is properly configured for the applicable diesel gooseneck towing application.
That headline number does not apply to every F-250, F-350 or F-450.
Super Duty Configuration Matters
The Ford guide separates towing capability by:
- F-250, F-350 and F-450 model
- Single or dual rear wheels
- Gas or Power Stroke diesel engine
- Cab and wheelbase
- Rear axle ratio
- GVWR and available payload
- Conventional, fifth-wheel or gooseneck hitch
- Required towing and axle packages
Midsize & Compact Pickups
2024 Ranger & Maverick Towing Capacity
2024 Ford Ranger
Up to 7,500 lbs.Both the 2.3L EcoBoost and available 2.7L EcoBoost Ranger can reach a 7,500-pound maximum loaded trailer weight when properly equipped.
The 3.0L EcoBoost Ranger Raptor is listed at up to 5,510 pounds.
Ford specifies the Trailer Tow Package for trailers over 3,500 pounds. Trailer frontal area increases from 30 square feet without the package to 55 square feet with it.
2024 Ford Maverick
Up to 4,000 lbs.For 2024, the 4,000-pound maximum is available with the 2.0L EcoBoost engine, AWD and available 4K Tow Package.
The 2.5L Hybrid is listed at up to 2,000 pounds for this model year, making the exact model year important when researching a used Maverick.
Ford lists a 20-square-foot trailer frontal-area limit without the 4K Tow Package and 40 square feet with it.
2024 Ford SUV Towing
Expedition, Explorer, Bronco, Edge, Escape & Bronco Sport
SUV towing capability varies dramatically across the 2024 Ford lineup, making model-specific research particularly important.
Ford Expedition
Up to 9,300 lbs.The 3.5L EcoBoost Expedition provides the highest maximum trailer rating among these 2024 Ford SUVs.
Ford Expedition MAX
Up to 9,000 lbs.The longer-wheelbase Expedition MAX has its own GCWR and trailer weight combinations.
Ford Explorer
Up to 5,600 lbs.Certain 3.0L EcoBoost Explorer configurations reach 5,600 pounds. Explorer Hybrid is listed at up to 5,000 pounds.
Ford Bronco Raptor
Up to 4,500 lbs.Bronco Raptor has a higher maximum trailer rating than standard Bronco models.
Ford Bronco
Up to 3,500 lbs.Properly equipped non-Raptor Bronco configurations are listed at up to 3,500 pounds.
Ford Edge
Up to 3,500 lbs.Select AWD Edge configurations can reach 3,500 pounds with the applicable Class II Trailer Tow Package.
Ford Escape
Up to 3,500 lbs.The highest Escape rating applies to a properly equipped 2.0L EcoBoost configuration with the Class II Trailer Tow Package.
Ford Bronco Sport
Up to 2,200 lbs.The 2024 Bronco Sport Badlands with its 2.0L EcoBoost reaches the model's highest listed rating.
Ford Mustang
Up to 1,000 lbs.Certain EcoBoost and GT models are listed at 1,000 pounds. Mustang Dark Horse is not rated to tow a trailer.
A Notable 2024 Rating
2024 Ford Explorer Towing Capacity
Explorer deserves extra attention because its 2024 towing ratings differ from later model years.
3.0L EcoBoost Explorer
Up to 5,600 lbs.Certain King Ranch, Platinum and ST configurations equipped with the applicable towing equipment reach the highest rating listed in Ford's 2024 Explorer towing chart.
Explorer Hybrid
Up to 5,000 lbs.Ford lists the applicable 3.3L hybrid Explorer at up to 5,000 pounds, depending on configuration and required equipment.
2024 Model-Year Research
2024 Ford Edge Towing Capacity
Edge is an especially useful reason to maintain historical towing guides because buyers researching a used 2024 model need information that no longer appears in Ford's newest vehicle lineup.
2.0L EcoBoost Edge
Up to 3,500 lbs.The higher rating requires AWD and the Class II Trailer Tow Package. Without the applicable factory tow equipment, lower limits apply.
Edge ST
Up to 3,500 lbs.The 2.7L EcoBoost V6 Edge ST is listed with a 3,500-pound maximum loaded trailer weight and includes the applicable Class II towing equipment.
Commercial Towing
2024 Ford Transit Towing
Ford's towing resources also cover passenger vans, cargo vans, cutaways and chassis-cab applications.
Transit Passenger Van
Up to 4,500 lbs.Engine, roof height, wheelbase and drivetrain all influence actual trailer capacity.
Transit Cargo Van
Up to 6,900 lbs.Ford provides separate tables for RWD and AWD cargo van configurations.
Transit Cutaway / Chassis Cab
Up to 7,500 lbs.Actual capability depends on GCWR, body upfit, completed vehicle weight and configuration.
Trailer Weight Categories
Understanding Ford Trailer Classes
Class I
Up to 2,000 lbs.Small folding campers and trailers for small boats, motorcycles or recreational equipment.
Class II
2,001-3,500 lbs.Larger folding campers and smaller single-axle recreational trailers.
Class III
3,501-5,000 lbs.Larger single-axle and dual-axle travel trailers.
Class IV
More than 5,000 lbs.Larger travel trailers and fifth-wheel recreational trailers.
Match the Hitch to the Job
Trailer Hitch Types
Weight-Carrying Hitch
Common for lighter trailers. The receiver, ball mount and hitch ball must all be correctly rated for the trailer being towed.
Weight-Distributing Hitch
Helps distribute trailer tongue load across the tow vehicle and trailer axles. Ford requires this setup for certain heavier applications.
Fifth-Wheel Hitch
Mounted in the pickup bed with trailer king pin weight positioned over the truck. Frequently used for large recreational trailers.
Gooseneck Hitch
A bed-mounted hitch commonly used with heavy agricultural, commercial and recreational trailers.
Understand the Numbers
Important Ford Towing Weight Ratings
Base Curb Weight
Vehicle weight with standard equipment and fluids, excluding passengers, cargo and optional equipment.
Payload
The combined allowable weight of passengers and cargo carried by the vehicle.
GVW
Gross Vehicle Weight is the actual weight of the loaded vehicle, including passengers and cargo.
GVWR
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating is the maximum allowable loaded weight of the vehicle itself.
GAWR
Gross Axle Weight Rating is the maximum allowable load on an individual front or rear axle.
GCW
Gross Combination Weight is the actual combined weight of the loaded tow vehicle and loaded trailer.
GCWR
Gross Combination Weight Rating is the maximum allowable combined weight of the vehicle and trailer.
Tongue / King Pin Weight
The portion of trailer weight transferred downward onto the tow vehicle through the hitch connection.
Choose the Right Tow Vehicle
How to Research a 2024 Ford for Towing
1
Find the Trailer's Loaded Weight
Include cargo, water, fuel, equipment and other items rather than relying only on the trailer's advertised empty weight.
2
Identify the Exact Ford Configuration
Determine engine, drivetrain, axle ratio, wheelbase, cab, GVWR and towing equipment.
3
Check Available Payload
Passengers, cargo, accessories and trailer tongue or king pin weight all consume available payload.
4
Confirm the Tow Package
Many maximum ratings shown in the Ford guide require specific factory or dealer-installed towing equipment.
5
Verify GVWR, GAWR & GCWR
Do not allow the loaded vehicle, individual axles or complete vehicle-and-trailer combination to exceed their applicable limits.
6
Use the Complete Ford Guide
Before towing, compare your exact configuration with Ford's detailed towing tables and the vehicle Owner's Manual.
Trailer-Towing Basics
Before You Head Down the Road
Load & Connect Carefully
- Keep cargo balanced from side to side.
- Maintain appropriate tongue or king pin weight.
- Secure cargo so it cannot shift while driving.
- Verify hitch and safety-chain connections.
- Check trailer lighting and electrical connections.
Adjust Your Driving
- Allow substantially more stopping distance.
- Make wider turns.
- Use additional room when passing.
- Use Tow/Haul mode when appropriate.
- Be especially cautious on grades and in high winds.
Ford recommends rechecking trailer hitch attachment, lights, electrical connections and wheel lug nuts after approximately the first 50 miles of towing.
2024 Ford Towing FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the maximum towing capacity of a 2024 Ford F-150?
A properly equipped 2024 Ford F-150 can tow up to 13,500 pounds. The highest rating requires the appropriate 3.5L EcoBoost configuration, Tow/Haul Package and optional Max Tow Axle.
How much can a 2024 F-150 Lightning tow?
The 2024 Ford towing guide lists the F-150 Lightning at up to 10,000 pounds of maximum loaded trailer weight on qualifying configurations.
How much can a 2024 Ford Super Duty tow?
Ford lists maximum available towing of up to 40,000 pounds with a properly configured Super Duty and the required gooseneck towing equipment.
How much can a 2024 Ford Ranger tow?
Properly equipped Ranger configurations can tow up to 7,500 pounds. Ranger Raptor is listed at up to 5,510 pounds.
Can a 2024 Ford Maverick tow 4,000 pounds?
Yes. The 2024 Maverick can tow up to 4,000 pounds with the available 2.0L EcoBoost engine, AWD and the applicable 4K Tow Package.
How much can a 2024 Ford Expedition tow?
The 2024 Expedition is listed at up to 9,300 pounds when properly equipped. Expedition MAX reaches up to 9,000 pounds.
How much can a 2024 Ford Explorer tow?
Certain properly equipped 2024 Explorer configurations can tow up to 5,600 pounds. The applicable Explorer Hybrid maximum is 5,000 pounds.
How much can a 2024 Ford Edge tow?
Properly equipped 2024 Ford Edge AWD configurations can tow up to 3,500 pounds with the applicable Class II Trailer Tow Package.
How much can a 2024 Bronco Sport tow?
The 2024 Ford towing guide lists Bronco Sport at up to 2,200 pounds when properly equipped.
Does tongue weight reduce Ford payload capacity?
Yes. Trailer tongue or fifth-wheel king pin weight is carried by the tow vehicle and must be considered along with passengers, cargo and accessories when evaluating available payload.
Need Help Matching a Ford to Your Trailer?
Whether you're researching a used 2024 Ford or comparing it with a newer tow vehicle, the team at Chuck Anderson Ford can help you understand engine choices, drivetrains, tow packages, payload and trailer requirements before you make your decision.
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Ford towing capacities and required equipment can change significantly from one model year to the next.
2024 Ford Towing Disclaimer: Information on this page summarizes the 2024 Ford RV & Trailer Towing Guide for research purposes. Maximum towing ratings apply only to properly equipped vehicles and vary based on cargo, vehicle configuration, accessories, optional equipment and number of passengers. Do not exceed the specific vehicle's GVWR, GAWR, GCWR, Maximum Loaded Trailer Weight, hitch receiver rating, payload capacity or other applicable limits. Consult the complete 2024 Ford RV & Trailer Towing Guide, vehicle Owner's Manual, Safety Compliance Certification Label and other Ford information applicable to the specific vehicle before towing. Chuck Anderson Ford is located at 1910 W Jesse James Road, Excelsior Springs, MO 64024.