Manual control lever and /– (GAIN adjustment) buttons allow the trailer brakes to be manually applied and adjusted for improved performance Factory-installed and warranted by Ford Motor Company(6) Tow/Haul Mode With Integrated Engine-Exhaust Brake(7) Tow/haul mode and tow/haul mode with integrated engine-exhaust brake (6.7L diesel
2019 RV & TRAILER TOWING GUIDE TOW MORE. HAUL MORE. DO MORE! The 2019 F-Series have the most advanced powertrain lineup ever, so it's no surprise that F-150's best-in-class torque and capability features come right along with it. You want best-in-class payload? You got it ... up to 3,270 lbs. How about best-in-class towing? Try up to 13,200 lbs. for size. And that's just the beginning. F-Series Super Duty® Pickups and Chassis Cabs also offer outstanding towing capability and efficiency for the toughest jobs out there. F-Series are America's best selling trucks with decades of RV and towing experience in every configuration! CONTENTS 3 Pickups/Chassis Cabs 7 Class A Motorhome Chassis 8 Commercial Stripped Chassis 9 Class C Motorhome Chassis 10 Transit Class C Chassis 11 Slide-In Campers 13 Four-Wheel-Down Towing 14 Dolly Towing 15Frontal Area Considerations and Trailer Towing Equipment 16Maximum Trailer Weights and Towing Equipment/Packages TRAILER TOWING SELECTOR 18 F-150 Pickup 22 F-250 SRW Super Duty Pickup 24 F-350 SRW Super Duty Pickup 26F-350/F-450 DRW Super Duty Pickups 27F-350/F-450/F-550 Super Duty Chassis Cabs 30F-650/F-750 Super Duty, Class A Motorhome Chassis, Commercial Stripped Chassis, and E-Series Cutaway/Stripped Chassis 31 Transit and Ranger 32Expedition, Explorer, Escape, and EcoSport 33Edge, Flex, Transit Connect, Mustang, Taurus, and Fusion 34 Know Before You Tow 41 Safe Towing for All Vehicles SAE TOWING STANDARD The Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE) testing standard J2807 defines procedures and requirements to determine gross combined weight ratings (GCWR) and to calculate the trailer weight rating (TWR) for any tow vehicle. This standard establishes minimum performance conditions to allow for consistent comparisons between similar class vehicles. Ford will apply the SAE standard to all vehicles. The following vehicles are not recommended for trailer towing: Fiesta, Fusion Hybrid, Fusion Energi, Shelby GT350/GT350R Mustang, and Taurus SHO. 2019 RV & TRAILER TOWING GUIDE 3 F-150 TOUGHER SMARTER MORE CAPABLE EXCEPTIONAL PRODUCTIVITY Towing Capability 13,200 lbs.(1) Payload Capacity 3,270 lbs.(2) Cargo Box Volume 77.4 cu. ft. (8' box) 62.3 cu. ft. (6.5' box) 52.8 cu. ft. (5.5' box) The 2019 F-150 delivers on its Built Ford Tough promise through a segment-exclusive combination of advanced materials that are durable and inhibit corrosion. A high-strength steel fully boxed ladder frame and high-strength, military-grade, aluminum alloy body save weight and add capability, helping F-150 tow heavier trailers than ever and deliver best-in-class payload ratings. The staggered rear outboard shocks help provide additional driving stability. Exceptional space, power and towing capacity make F-150 the preferred choice for towing and hauling. (1) Max towing on 2019 F-150 XLT SuperCrew®, 6.5' box, 3.5L EcoBoost® engine, 4x2 and Max Trailer Tow Package with 20" tires. Not shown. (2) Max payload on 2019 F-150 XL Regular Cab, 8' box, 5.0L engine, 4x2, Heavy-Duty Payload Package and 18" heavy-duty wheels. Not shown. Class is full-size pickups under 8,500-lb. GVWR based on Ford segmentation. IMPRESSIVE ENGINE OPTIONS OUTSTANDING CAPABILITY The impressive F-150 now provides more engine alternatives for more applications. The standard 3.3L Ti-VCT V6 features dual-direct and port fuel injection. And, the 10-speed transmission is now available with the 2.7L EcoBoost, a 5.0L Ti-VCT V8, a 3.0L Turbo Diesel V6 and 3.5L EcoBoost, delivering improved acceleration and performance. The entire F-150 engine lineup has been extensively tested to meet the highest durability and reliability standards. So you can confidently pick the engine that best fits your towing needs. Engine HP @ rpm Torque @ rpm Maximum Towing (lbs.) Maximum Payload (lbs.) 3.3L Ti-VCT V6 290 @ 6,500 265 lb.-ft. @ 4,000 7,700 1,990 2.7L EcoBoost V6 325 @ 5,000 400 lb.-ft. @ 2,750 9,000 2,470 3.5L EcoBoost V6 375 @ 5,000 470 lb.-ft. @ 3,500 13,200 3,230 5.0L Ti-VCT V8 395 @ 5,750 400 lb.-ft. @ 4,500 11,500 3,270 3.0L Turbo Diesel V6 250 @ 3,250 440 lb.-ft. @ 1,750 11,500 2,020 3.5L EcoBoost H.O. V6 450 @ 5,000 510 lb.-ft. @ 3,500 8,000(1)/11,100(2) 1,200(1)/1,530(2) (1)Raptor only. (2) Limited only. F-150 TOWING FEATURES HIGHLIGHTS TRAILER SWAY CONTROL works in conjunction with the AdvanceTrac® with RSC (Roll Stability ControlTM) system to expand the vehicles dynamic stability control capabilities, adding an additional layer of confidence and control while towing a trailer TOW/HAUL MODE reduces gear hunting, improves power delivery. Especially useful with hauling or towing a heavy load HILL START ASSIST helps prevent rolling back on a grade by momentarily maintaining brake pressure until the engine delivers enough torque to move the truck up the hill TRAILER BRAKE CONTROLLER uses braking input, vehicle speed and ABS logic to balance the performance of the truck brakes and electric trailer brakes. Fully integrated into the instrument panel and vehicle's onboard computer 360-DEGREE CAMERA SYSTEM provides a view of all four sides of the vehicle BLIS® (BLIND SPORT INFORMATION SYSTEM) with cross traffic alert and trailer tow monitoring alerts the driver if something is detected in the trailer's blind spot DYNAMIC HITCH ASSIST enhancement to the optional rear camera enables easier hitching by helping to line up the truck and trailer without requiring a spotter or having to get out of the vehicle PRO TRAILER BACKUP ASSISTTM available feature improves driver confidence by letting the driver steer the trailer instinctively as they control the accelerator and brakes, while the truck takes care of the rest Note: Driver-assist features are supplemental and do not replace the driver's attention, judgement and need to control the vehicle. REVISED 10.25.18 SUPER DUTY® PICKUPS A NEW STANDARD OF TOUGHNESS 4 Horsepower 450 hp @ 2,800 rpm(1) Torque 935 lb.-ft. @ 1,800 rpm(1) Conventional Towing Up to 21,000 lbs.(2) 5th-Wheel Towing Up to 27,500 lbs.(2) Gooseneck Towing Up to 35,000 lbs.(2) Payload Up to 7,640 lbs.(3) (1)6.7L Power Stroke® V8 Turbo Diesel. (2)Maximum capacity when properly equipped. See your Ford dealer for specific equipment requirements and other limitations. (3)F-350 DRW Regular Cab 4x2. 2019 RV & TRAILER TOWING GUIDE The 2019 Super Duty reinforces the long tradition of F-Series toughness and continues to meet the needs of a multitude of commercial vocations, as well as personal use towing customers. Within the toughest industries, Super Duty pickups provide tough-as-nails work capability well as SuperCab and Crew Cab configurations in both 4x2 and 4x4 drivetrains for added flexibility. POWERFUL ENGINE CHOICES The Diesel Leader 6.7L V8 Turbo Designed, engineered and built by Ford, our 6.7L Power Stroke® V8 Turbo Diesel engine is designed to produce more power and torque than ever. And the single-sequential turbocharger helps improve airflow and performance. You'll really appreciate it when towing heavy loads uphill and at high altitudes. Rule the Class With 6.2L 2-Valve V8 Gas Ease your heavy-duty workload with lots of low-rpm torque. The gas engine's stiff SOHC valvetrain with roller-rocker shafts enables an intake- and exhaust-port layout that optimizes airflow, helping it produce plenty of torque down low. Balanced performance. Dual-equal variable cam timing phases the intake- and exhaust-valve opening and closing events simultaneously to optimize fuel economy, low-end torque and peak horsepower. Alternative fuel options include a CNG/Propane Gaseous Engine Prep Package that readies your truck to be upfit for compressed natural gas (CNG), propane autogas, or as a bi-fuel vehicle with the ability to seamlessly switch between CNG or propane and gasoline. 5 2019 RV & TRAILER TOWING GUIDE SUPER DUTY® SMART TECHNOLOGY Trailer Sway Control Works in conjunction with AdvanceTrac® with RSC (Roll Stability ControlTM) to detect trailer sway and reduce it as necessary AdvanceTrac® control module incorporates additional software to monitor the vehicle's performance while towing The added software measures the yaw motion of the vehicle to determine if the trailer is swaying and then responds to eliminate the sway condition(4) Trailer Brake Controller (TBC)(5) Ensures smooth and effective trailer braking by powering the trailer's brakes with an output proportional to the towing vehicle's brake pressure The controller adapts output based on the status of the Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) When the ABS module senses the towing vehicle's brakes are approaching lockup, the controller's trailer braking strategy changes to compensate for traction conditions, reducing the risk of trailer brake lockup Provides instant visual and audible warnings in case of accidental trailer disconnect Fully integrated into the truck's brake system Manual control lever and +/ (GAIN adjustment) buttons allow the trailer brakes to be manually applied and adjusted for improved performance Factory-installed and warranted by Ford Motor Company(6) Standard Hill Start Assist Helps prevent rolling back on a grade by momentarily maintaining brake pressure until the engine delivers enough torque to move the truck up the hill Whether heading up an incline in drive or in reverse, you're covered Smart Trailer Tow Connector Provides trailer connection status, lighting and trailer battery alerts/warnings Alerts/warnings are displayed in the message center or either the 4.2" or 8" productivity screen (if equipped) Included in all optional towing packages 5th-Wheel/Gooseneck Prep Package Available on all models Provides the necessary under-the-bed hardware to allow mounting of a 5th-wheel/ gooseneck hitch in the pickup bed to put more of the trailer weight over the tow vehicle Features five pickup bed attachment points with plugs, frame under-bed crossmember and integrated 7-pin connector Trailer Reverse Guidance Tow/Haul Mode With Integrated Engine-Exhaust Brake(7) Tow/haul mode and tow/haul mode with integrated engine-exhaust brake (6.7L diesel only) with auto setting give drivers even greater control when traveling downhill Helps eliminate unwanted frequency of gear shifting on steep uphill grades and allow engine braking to maintain or reduce vehicle speed and assist the driver in controlling the vehicle when descending a steep grade Provides additional braking and control on downhill grades when used in combination with the engine brake feature on the 6.7L V8 turbo diesel engine Utilizes 3 cameras to provide multiple views along with steering guidance graphics to assist in backing and maneuvering a trailer Included with the optional Ultimate Trailer Tow Camera System Ultimate Trailer Tow Camera System Available 360-degree camera with split-view display utilizes 4 cameras to provide an all-around view on 8" color screen Trailer Reverse Guidance uses 3 cameras to provide multiple views of trailers, as well as steering guidance graphics, to assist with trailer maneuvers while in reverse Includes rear view camera, rear center highmounted stop lamp (CHMSL) camera and LED center high-mounted stop lamp (CHMSL) Dynamic Hitch Assist Included within the standard rear-view camera, providing added driver convenience when hitching a trailer Uses a dynamic centerline in the display to assist in guiding the truck backward Helps better position the truck with a trailer coupler As steering adjustments are made, the projected path is shown on the screen Reduces the need for a spotter or having to get in and out of the truck to check position Tow Technology Bundle Available on Lariat and King Ranch Provides driver-assist technology features to improve the driver-towing experience: · Adaptive steering · Auto high-beam headlamps with rainsensing windshield wipers · Lane-keeping alert · Ultimate Trailer Tow Camera System (includes 360-degree camera with splitview display and rear center high-mounted stop lamp [CHMSL] camera) (4)Remember that even advanced technology cannot overcome the laws of physics. It's always possible to lose control of a vehicle due to inappropriate driver input for the conditions. (5)Standard on F-350 DRW/F-450; optional on F-250/F-350 SRW. (6)See limited warranty for details. Ask your dealer for details. (7)6.7L Power Stroke® V8 Turbo Diesel. 2019 RV & TRAILER TOWING GUIDE 6 THE FUTURE OF HEAVY-DUTY TRUCKS SUPER DUTY® CHASSIS CABS The 2019 Super Duty Chassis Cab F-350/F-450/F-550s bring smart, tough and capable to a whole new level. They reinforce the tradition of Built Ford Tough and continue to handle hard-line towing jobs and aggressive payloads. The purpose-built Ford powertrains help deliver excellent performance and torque. With a maximum towing capability of 31,900 lbs. for 5th-wheel trailers and 18,500 lbs. for conventional trailers, Super Duty is designed to conquer even the most challenging jobs. CNG/Propane Gaseous Engine Prep Package Available on F-350 with 6.2L V8 Gas Engine and on F-450 & F-550 with 6.8L V10 Gas Engine. Powerful Ford 6.8L 3V SOHC V10 The V10 gas powerplant gets your heavy loads moving with up to 424 lb.-ft. of torque and 288 horsepower on F-450 and F-550 For more information on any of these Ford trucks, see your Ford dealer or visit www.ford.com. It's paired with a TorqShift® 6-speed automatic transmission featuring a massive torque converter, beefy gear sets and a selectable tow/haul mode The CNG/Propane Gaseous Engine Prep Package includes hardened valves and valve seats to help ready your Super Duty for alternative-fuel upfits Metric Conversion To obtain information in kilograms, multiply pounds by .45; to obtain information in kilometers, multiply miles by 1.6; to obtain information in centimeters, multiply inches by 2.54. 7 FORD POWER AND STRENGTH 2019 RV & TRAILER TOWING GUIDE CLASS A MOTORHOME CHASSIS FEATURES Seven wheelbase choices: 158/178/190/208/228/242/252-inch Six Gross Vehicle Weight Ratings (GVWRs): 16,000/18,000/20,500/ 22,000/24,000/26,000 lbs. Three Gross Combination Weight Ratings (GCWRs): 23,000/26,000/ 30,000 lbs. for excellent towing capabilities (7,000 lbs. maximum trailer weight at 16,000-lb. GVWR) 6.8L 3-valve SOHC V10 gas engine (320 hp/460 lb.-ft. of torque) TorqShift® 6-speed automatic transmission with tow/haul mode Power 4-wheel disc Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) for consistent, responsive braking performance 19.5-inch steel wheels and tires included with 16,000/18,000/20,500 lbs. GVWR; 19.5-inch wheels and tires optional with 22,000-lb. GVWR Large-diameter stabilizer bars, front and rear, for ride control 22.5-inch aluminum wheels and tires included with 22,000/24,000/ 26,000 lbs. GVWR Heavy-duty front track bar enhances ride and handling on all models (optional on 16,000-lb. GVWR) 8 1-inch front tread width (79-inch on 22,000/24,000/26,000-lb. GVWRs) Designed to accommodate wide-body and slide-out type motorhomes 7-wire trailer wiring harness with relays, blunt cut and labeled High-capacity front axle system 80-gallon fuel tank, aft axle Heavy-duty shock absorbers Air Conditioning Prep Package CNG/LPG Gaseous Fuel Prep Package available 2019 RV & TRAILER TOWING GUIDE BUILT FOR 8 BUSINESS COMMERCIAL STRIPPED CHASSIS FEATURES Five wheelbase choices: 158/168(1)/178/ 190/208-inch Three Gross Vehicle Weight Ratings (GVWRs): 16,000/19,500/22,000 lbs. Two Gross Combination Weight Ratings (GCWRs): 23,000/26,000 lbs. (7,000 lbs. maximum trailer weight at 16,000-lb. GVWR) 7,700 lbs. maximum trailer weight with 19,500lb. or 22,000-lb. GVWR with optional Parcel Delivery Package 6.8L 3-valve SOHC V10 gas engine (320 hp/460 lb.-ft. of torque) TorqShift® 6-speed automatic transmission with tow/haul mode Power 4-wheel disc Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) for consistent, responsive braking performance 19.5-inch steel wheels and tires 40-gallon fuel tank capacity aft of axle Heavy-duty Sachs shock absorbers (1) Only available with Parcel Delivery Package. 7-wire trailer wiring harness with relays, blunt cut and labeled Low load floor height for ease of cargo loading Front and rear stabilizer bars Driver's steering column positioned for easy ingress and egress Galvanized frame available on 208-inch wheelbase with 19,500-lb. or 22,000-lb. GVWR and included with Parcel Delivery Package Pull-Out Ramp Prep Package available on 19,500-lb. GVWR/208-inch wheelbase Air Conditioning Prep Package available CNG/LPG Gaseous Fuel Prep Package available 9 2019 RV & TRAILER TOWING GUIDE E-SERIES CLASS C MOTORHOME CHASSIS FEATURES Three wheelbase choices: 138/158/176-inch Up to 14,500 lbs. GVWR and 22,000 lbs. GCWR(1) Powerful 6.8L 2-valve SOHC V10 engine; optional 6.2L V8 available TorqShift® 6-speed automatic transmission with tow/haul mode 97,500-mile scheduled tune-up interval(2) Out-front engine design provides spacious cab with access to "living area" and ease of ingress/egress Twin-I-Beam independent front suspension (with caster/camber adjustment), front stabilizer bar and gas-pressurized shock absorbers contribute to a smooth, comfortable ride Driver and front passenger airbags(3) 4-wheel disc Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) Available CNG/Propane Gaseous Engine Prep Package(4) Available Integrated Trailer Brake Controller (TBC) Steel ladder-type truck frame with seven cross members 40-gallon fuel tank (E-350; optional on E-450); 55-gallon fuel tank (E-450; optional on E-350 DRW with 11,500- or 12,500-lb. GVWR) Van-like driver position with ergonomic instrument panel and controls (1) 22,000-lb. GCWR requires electrical connector heat shield on all E-450 Cutaways. (2) Under normal driving conditions with routine fluid/filter changes. (3) Always wear your safety belt. (4) See your Ford dealer for details. MOTORHOME CUSTOMER CARE Customer Assistance Center This 24-hour, seven-days-a-week hotline was designed to serve both motorhome owners and RV dealers. By simply calling 1-800-444-3311, the caller has access to: The nearest appropriate service location Assistance in scheduling a service appointment Service assistance for motorhome customers and RV dealers in resolving Ford chassis-related concerns In-Dealership Service Support Over 1,900 Ford dealerships in the U.S. and Canada provide Class C motorhome service support Certified service technicians backed by computerized diagnostics and national technical hotline support Verification of available owner notification and recall information affecting motorhomes Metric Conversion To obtain information in kilograms, multiply pounds by .45; to obtain information in centimeters, multiply inches by 2.54; to obtain information in liters, multiply gallons by 3.8; to obtain information in kilometers, multiply miles by 1.6. 2019 RV & TRAILER TOWING GUIDE 10 TRANSIT CLASS C MOTORHOME CHASSIS FEATURES Three wheelbase choices: 138/156/178-inch Up to 10,360 lbs. GVWR and 13,500 lbs. GCWR Two engine choices: 3.7L Ti-VCT V6 gas and 3.2L I5 diesel 6-speed automatic transmission with SelectShift® Driver and front passenger airbags(1) 4-wheel disc Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) AdvanceTrac® with Roll Stability ControlTM (RSC®) Independent MacPherson strut front suspension and stabilizer bar Leaf spring rear suspension with heavy-duty shock absorbers 25-gallon fuel tank capacity Frame rail extension adapters Available Trailer Brake Controller (TBC) Available tow/haul mode with Trailer Wiring Provisions (1) Always wear your safety belt. Metric Conversion To obtain information in kilograms, multiply pounds by .45; to obtain information in centimeters, multiply inches by 2.54. F-SERIES PICKUP SLIDE-IN CAMPERS 11 Slide-In Camper Installation Consult your camper manufacturer/dealer for details regarding proper installation of your slide-in camper A dimensionally stable block spacer is recommended between the headboard of the pickup box and the forward edge of the camper floor. Resting the spacer on the pickup box bed helps prevent movement and contact of the fully installed camper with the pickup box headboard or taillight rear pillars Note: Be sure to measure your slide-in camper before attempting to install it onto the bed of the truck. Some campers may require a platform in the bed of the truck to make sure there is adequate clearance for both the box rails and cab roof of the truck. 2019 RV & TRAILER TOWING GUIDE Camper Center-of-Gravity All Styleside pickups that qualify for slide-in camper bodies have camper center-of-gravity included on the Consumer Information Sheet in the glovebox Data is calculated for each individual truck, based on vehicle options If vehicle does not qualify for camper use, the Consumer Information Sheet states that the vehicle is not recommended for camper use and no center-of-gravity data is shown F-150 Heavy-Duty Payload Package (Option Code 627) Increases GVWR to 7,850 lbs. on XL, XLT and Lariat. LT275/65R18C OWL A/T tires (5) 18" silver aluminum heavy-duty wheels Upgraded springs 9.75" gear set with 3.73 electronic-locking rear axle 36-gallon fuel tank Available on XL, XLT Base, XLT Mid and Lariat Base. Requires 5.0L V8 or 3.5L V6 EcoBoost® gas engine. Trailer Tow Package required when ordered with 5.0L engine. Max Trailer Tow Package also required with 3.5L V6 EcoBoost engine. F-250/F-350/F-450 Super Duty® Camper Package (Option Code 471) Increased capacity front springs (2 Up [4x2] or 1 Up [4x4] upgrade over springs, computerselected based on options ordered. Not included if maximum springs already selected.) Rear stabilizer bar (SRW) Rear auxiliary springs (F-250) Slide-in camper certification F-SERIES PICKUP/CAMPER COMBINATION SELECTOR Combined weight of vehicle, camper body, occupants and cargo must not exceed Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) Heavy-Duty Payload Package (Option Code 627) required with F-150 Camper Package (Option Code 471) required with F-250/F-350/F-450 Super Duty® Cargo Weight Rating shown in chart is maximum allowable, assuming weight of a base vehicle with required camper option content and a 150-lb. passenger at each available seating position Ratings also assume weight of engine and standard transmission. Cargo Weight Rating shown must be further reduced by weight of transmission upgrade and any other options. Option weights and center-of-gravity information are available on the Ford Pickup Truck Consumer Information Sheet If you intend to pull a trailer in addition to carrying your camper, see the F-Series Pickup Trailer Towing Selector charts on pages 18, 19, 22, 24 and 26. Metric Conversion To obtain information in kilograms, multiply pounds by .45; to obtain information in kilometers, multiply miles by 1.6; to obtain information in centimeters, multiply feet by 30.48. 12 2019 RV & TRAILER TOWING GUIDE MAXIMUM CARGO WEIGHT WITH SLIDE-IN CAMPER Note: The following chart lists GVWRs and Maximum Cargo Weights (with minimum equipment) by engine for each approved pickup model: 3.5L V6 EcoBoost®, 5.0L V8, 6.2L V8 and 6.7L Power Stroke® Turbo Diesel V8. GVWR (lbs.) Maximum Cargo Weight Rating (lbs.) Model Wheelbase 3.5L GTDI 5.0L 6.2L 6.7L 3.5L GTDI Std. 5.0L Std. 6.2L Std./Opt. 6.7L Std./Opt. F-150 (1) 4x2 Reg. Cab(3) 4x2 SuperCab(3) 4x2 SuperCrew(3) 4x4 Reg. Cab(3) 4x4 SuperCab(3) 4x4 SuperCrew(3) F-250 Super Duty (4) 4x2 Reg. Cab 4x2 SuperCab 4x2 SuperCab 4x2 Crew Cab 4x2 Crew Cab 4x4 Reg. Cab 4x4 SuperCab 4x4 SuperCab 4x4 Crew Cab 4x4 Crew Cab 141.1" 163.7" 156.8" 141.1" 163.7" 156.8" 141.6" 148.0" 164.2" 159.8" 176.0" 141.6" 148.0" 164.2" 159.8" 176.0" 7,850 7,850 7,850 7,850 7,850 7,850 7,850 7,850 7,850 7,850 7,850 7,850 10,000 10,000 10,000 10,000 10,000 10,000 10,000 10,000 10,000 10,000 10,000 10,000 10,000 10,000 10,000 10,000 10,000 10,000 10,000 10,000 2,812 2,852 / 2,079 2,109 / 2,001 2,060 / 2,622 2,735 / 1,864 1,900 / 1,822 1,844 / / / / / / / 3,882/ 3,072/ 3,155/ 2,351/ 3,045/ 2,221/ 3,057/ 2,233/ 2,828/ 2,004/ 3,456/ 2,664/ 2,740/ 1,958/ 2,650/ 1,839/ 2,654/ 1,850/ 2,398/ 1,574/ F-350 Super Duty (4) 4x2 SRW Reg. Cab(2) 141.6" 4x2 SRW SuperCab(2) 148.0" 4x2 SRW SuperCab(2) 164.2" 4x2 SRW Crew Cab(2) 159.8" 4x2 SRW Crew Cab(2) 176.0" 4x2 SRW Reg. Cab(3) 141.6" 4x2 SRW SuperCab(3) 148.0" 4x2 SRW SuperCab(3) 164.2" 4x2 SRW SuperCab(3) 164.2" 4x2 SRW Crew Cab(3) 159.8" 4x2 SRW Crew Cab(3) 176.0" 4x2 SRW Crew Cab(3) 176.0" 4x2 DRW Reg. Cab 141.6" 4x2 DRW SuperCab 164.2" 4x2 DRW Crew Cab 176.0" 4x4 SRW Reg. Cab(2) 141.6" 4x4 SRW SuperCab(2) 148.0" 4x4 SRW SuperCab(2) 164.2" 4x4 SRW Crew Cab(2) 159.8" 4x4 SRW Crew Cab(2) 176.0" 4x4 SRW Reg. Cab(3) 141.6" 4x4 SRW Reg. Cab(5) 141.6" 4x4 SRW Reg. Cab(5) 141.6" 4x4 SRW SuperCab(3) 148.0" 4x4 SRW SuperCab(5) 148.0" 4x4 SRW SuperCab(5) 148.0" 4x4 SRW SuperCab(3) 164.2" 4x4 SRW SuperCab(5) 164.2" 4x4 SRW SuperCab(5) 164.2" 4x4 SRW Crew Cab(3) 159.8" 4x4 SRW Crew Cab(5) 159.8" 4x4 SRW Crew Cab(3) 159.8" 4x4 SRW Crew Cab(5) 159.8" 4x4 SRW Crew Cab(5) 176.0" 4x4 SRW Crew Cab(5) 176.0" 4x4 DRW Reg. Cab 141.6" 4x4 DRW SuperCab 164.2" 4x4 DRW Crew Cab 176.0" 10,000 10,600* 10,000 10,800* 10,300* 11,000* 10,100* 10,900* 10,500* 11,100* 10,400 11,100 10,500 11,200 10,800 11,500 11,400 10,600 11,300 10,900 11,500 11,400 14,000 14,000 14,000 14,000 14,000 14,000 10,300* 11,000* 10,400* 11,100* 10,700* 11,300* 10,500* 11,200* 10,800* 11,500* 10,800 11,500 11,300 11,500 11,400 10,800 11,500 11,300 11,500 11,400 11,200 11,500 11,500 11,500 11,400 11,400 10,900 11,500 11,300 11,500 11,300 11,500 11,400 11,500 11,500 11,400 11,400 14,000 14,000 14,000 14,000 14,000 14,000 3,691/ 3,559/2,959 2,991/ 3,080/2,280 3,178/2,878 3,153/2,153 2,930/2,830 2,999/2,099 3,103/2,603 2,961/1,861 4,033/ 4,002/ 3,430/ 3,423/ 3,621/ 3,595/ / 3,495/ 3,373/ 3,342/ 3,446/ 3,304/ / 3,204/ 7,261/ 6,526/ 6,370/ 5,656/ 6,144/ 5,425/ 3,573/3,273 3,545/2,545 2,969/2,569 2,967/1,867 3,160/2,460 3,040/1,740 2,919/2,419 2,888/1,688 2,986/2,186 2,937/1,437 4,016/ 3,988/ 4,511/ 3,983/ / 3,883/ 3,312/ 3,309/ 3,807/ 3,305/ / 3205/ 3,603/ 3,183/ 3,898/ 3,178/ 3,798/ 3,078/ 3,262/ 3,131/ 3,657/ 3,126/ 3,428/ 2,880/ / 3,026/ 3,623/ 2,875/ 3,523/ 2,775/ 6,856/ 6,137/ 5,961/ 5,244/ 5,729/ 4,979/ F-450 Super Duty (4) 4x2 DRW Reg. Cab 141.6" 14,000 4x4 DRW Reg. Cab 141.6" 14,000 4x2 DRW Crew Cab 176.0" 14,000 4x4 DRW Crew Cab 176.0" 14,000 / 5,820/ / 5,520/ / 4,820/ / 4,500/ (1) Requires Heavy-Duty Payload Package option. (2) 17" tires and wheels. (3) 18" tires and wheels. (4) Requires Camper Package option. (5) 18"/20" tires and wheels. *10,000 pounds with optional 10,000-lb. GVWR Package. With 10,000-lb. GVWR Package. 13 2019 RV & TRAILER TOWING GUIDE Individual vehicles have different restrictions and towing procedures. Contact your dealer for complete details. FOUR- WHEEL-DOWN TOWING Many motorhome owners prefer the practicality of having another vehicle along when they travel. In fact, towing another vehicle behind the motorhome has become more and more popular in recent years. Furthermore, many of those who want to tow another vehicle prefer one that can be easily towed without a dolly or trailer. The car and truck models shown in the chart at right can be towed with all four wheels down. For safe operation, towed vehicles (or dollies or trailers carrying them) should be equipped with a separate functional brake system. See pages 34 and 41 for additional brake information. Note: Some aftermarket camper centers offer kits which may allow vehicles with automatic transmissions to be flat-towed. Check your new vehicle Warranty Guide, as this could void the warranty of your vehicle. FOUR-WHEEL-DOWN AVAILABILITY 2019 Ford Cars Manual Transmission Fiesta Yes (1) Fiesta ST No Mustang No Shelby GT350/GT350R No Fusion 1.5L EcoBoost®/2.0L EcoBoost/2.5L Fusion 2.7L EcoBoost Taurus 3.5L/3.5L EcoBoost Automatic Transmission Yes (1)(2)(10) No No Yes (3)(4)(5)(7) Yes (3)(4)(5) 2019 Ford Electrified Vehicles Fusion Hybrid Fusion Energi Yes (6)(7)(8) Yes (6)(7)(8) 2019 Ford CUVs/SUVs Transit Connect EcoSport Escape Edge Edge ST Flex Explorer 2.3L EcoBoost Explorer 3.5L/3.5L EcoBoost Expedition/Expedition MAX 4x2 Expedition/Expedition MAX 4x4 No No No No Yes (3)(4)(5)(12) Yes (3)(4)(5)(10) No Yes (3)(4)(5)(10) No Yes (9)(11) 2019 Ford Trucks Ranger 4x2 No Ranger 4x4 Yes (9) F-150 4x2 No F-150 4x4 Yes (9) F-250/350/450/550 Super Duty® 4x2 No F-250/350/450/550 Super Duty 4x4 Yes (9) E-Series Cutaway/Stripped Chassis No Transit No (1) Maximum speed is 70 mph. (2)Transmission must be in neutral during four-wheel-down towing (ignition must be "ON" before shifting into neutral, refer to Owner's Manual). (3) Intelligent all-wheel-drive (AWD)/4WD vehicles cannot be towed on a dolly. (4)Maximum speed with automatic transmission is 65 mph. (5)Start the engine and allow it to run for five (5) minutes at the beginning of each day and every six (6) hours thereafter. (6)Maximum speed with hybrid transmission is 70 mph. (7)Select "Stay In Neutral" mode refer to Owner's Manual transmission and towing sections to follow procedures. (8)Start the engine and allow it to run for one (1) minute at the beginning of each day and every six (6) hours thereafter. (9)Place the transfer case in the neutral position to engage the four-wheel-down towing feature. Refer to Owner's Manual. (10) Disconnect the negative (black) cable from the battery. (11)Requires 2-speed transfer case. (12)Activate Manual Park Release (MPR) refer to Owner's Manual transmission and towing sections to follow procedures. REVISED 01.25.19 2019 RV & TRAILER TOWING GUIDE 14 TOW-DOLLY FLEXIBILITY Tow-dollies allow you to tow your vehicle behind a RV or motorhome if you are unable to four-wheel-down your car, truck or SUV. Tow-dollies work by letting the front two wheels of the vehicle rest on it while the back two wheels stay on the ground. They are not as long as the traditional trailers, which helps make turning corners easy. TOW-DOLLY AVAILABILITY 2019 Ford Vehicles Fiesta/Fiesta ST Mustang Fusion Fusion Hybrid Fusion Energi Taurus Transit Connect Edge Flex EcoSport Escape Explorer Expedition Transit Ranger F-150 Super Duty® Pickup/Chassis Cab E-Series Cutaway/Stripped Chassis N/A Not Applicable. FWD Yes N/A Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A RWD N/A No N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A No No No No No No AWD/4WD N/A N/A No N/A N/A No N/A No No No No No No N/A No No No N/A Metric Conversion To obtain information in kilograms, multiply pounds by .45; to obtain information in kilometers, multiply miles by 1.6; to obtain information in square meters, multiply square feet by .09; to obtain information in centimeters, multiply inches by 2.54. Before using the tow-dolly there are a few things you must know before towing. Read the manufacturer's instructions that came with the tow-dolly before towing, loading or unloading the dolly. Attach the appropriate trailer hitch and drawbar hardware to the vehicle for the tow-dolly. Attach the dolly to the drawbar. The dolly should be completely secure and on level ground before the vehicle to be towed is put on or taken off the dolly. Drive the vehicle onto the dolly with its front wheels. Secure the vehicle to the tow-dolly according to the manufacturer's instructions. Follow the instructions for attaching and connecting the auxiliary lights to the back of the vehicle being towed. Test the auxiliary lights to make sure that the turn signals, stop lamps and running lights work properly. 15 2019 RV & TRAILER TOWING GUIDE FRONTAL AREA CONSIDERATIONS Frontal Area is the total area in square feet that a moving vehicle and trailer exposes to air resistance. The chart shows the maximum trailer frontal area that must be considered for a vehicle/trailer combination. Exceeding these limitations may significantly reduce the performance of your towing vehicle. Vehicle Frontal Area Limitations/ Considerations With EcoSport 12 sq. ft. All Applications Mustang 12 sq. ft. All Applications Taurus 12 sq. ft. All Applications Except Taurus SHO Fusion 12 sq. ft. 2.7L EcoBoost® V6 Engine 20 sq. ft. 2.5L I4 Engine, 1.5L EcoBoost I4 Engine and 2.0L EcoBoost I4 Engine Transit Connect 20 sq. ft. All Applications Edge Base Vehicle Frontal Area (20 sq. ft.) Without Class II Trailer Tow Package 30 sq. ft. With Class II Trailer Tow Package Escape Base Vehicle Frontal Area (20 sq. ft.) Without Class II Trailer Tow Package 30 sq. ft. With Class II Trailer Tow Package Flex Base Vehicle Frontal Area (20 sq. ft.) Without Class III Trailer Tow Package 40 sq. ft. With Class III Trailer Tow Package Explorer Base Vehicle Frontal Area (20 sq. ft.) Without Class II or Class III Trailer Tow Package 30 sq. ft. With Class II Trailer Tow Package 40 sq. ft. With Class III Trailer Tow Package Expedition Base Trailer Frontal Area (55 sq. ft.) Without Heavy-Duty Trailer Tow Package 60 sq. ft. With Heavy-Duty Trailer Tow Package Transit Cargo Van/Passenger Van 55 sq. ft. All Applications Transit Cutaway/Chassis Cab 72 sq. ft. All Applications E-Series Cutaway 60 sq. ft. All Applications Ranger Base Vehicle Frontal Area (40 sq. ft.) Without Trailer Tow Package 55 sq. ft. With Trailer Tow Package F-150 55 sq. ft. Any Powertrain with Trailer Towing Package or Payload Package and Trailer Towing Ratings Between 5,001 and 7,700 lbs. 60 sq. ft. Any Powertrain with Trailer Towing Package or Payload Package and Trailer Towing Ratings 7,701 lbs. and Greater 75 sq. ft. All 5th-Wheel and Gooseneck Applications with Any Powertrain with Trailer Towing Package or Payload Package F-250/F-350/F-450/F-550 Super Duty® 75 sq. ft. All 5th-Wheel and Gooseneck Applications 60 sq. ft.All Other Applications Note: All vehicles calculated with SAE J2807 method except Chassis Cab models. TOWING EQUIPMENT It is essential that your vehicle includes any optional equipment needed to best perform its expected towing tasks. This equipment falls into two categories: Required and Recommended. REQUIRED Equipment Includes items that must be installed.* Your New Vehicle Limited Warranty (see your dealer for a copy) may be voided if you tow without them. *Check with your dealer for additional requirements, restrictions and limited warranty details. Transit Connect For trailers over 1,500 pounds Class I Trailer Tow Package Edge For trailers over 1,500 pounds Class II Trailer Tow Package and AWD Escape For trailers over 2,000 pounds Class II Trailer Tow Package and 2.0L EcoBoost engine Explorer For towing capacity between 2,000 pounds and 3,000 pounds maximum with 2.3L EcoBoost engine Class II Trailer Tow Package For towing capacity between 2,000 pounds and 5,000 pounds maximum with 3.5L and 3.5L EcoBoost V6 engines Class III Trailer Tow Package Flex For trailers over 2,000 pounds Class III Trailer Tow Package Expedition For trailers over 6,000 pounds Class IV Heavy-Duty Trailer Tow Package Transit For trailers over 5,000 pounds Heavy-Duty Trailer Tow Package Ranger For trailers over 3,500 pounds Trailer Tow Package F-150 For trailers over 5,000 pounds Trailer Tow Package or Max Trailer Tow Package F-450/F-550 Chassis Cab For 40,000-pound GCWR on F-550; 35,000-pound GCWR on F-450 High-Capacity Trailer Tow Package REVISED 11.26.18 RECOMMENDED Equipment (where not required) Includes items that can make towing easier, and are strongly recommended for strenuous towing conditions. A weight-carrying hitch is recommended for all vehicles towing trailers less than 5,000 pounds. For a listing of all CUV/ SUV/Truck standard and optional towing equipment, see chart on the next page. 2019 RV & TRAILER TOWING GUIDE 16 MAXIMUM TRAILER WEIGHTS IN POUNDS FOR PROPERLY EQUIPPED NVOEHCIACRLGEOS 35,000 31,900 27,500 21,000 18,500 13,200 12,100 9,300 WITH 7,500 5,000 4,500 3,500 2,000 1,000 Super Duty® Super Duty Super Duty Super Duty Super Duty F-150 F-150 Expedition Transit Explorers Flex Pickup Chassis Cab Pickup Pickup Chassis Cab Pickup Pickup Cargo Van Transit (Gooseneck) (5th-Wheel) (5th-Wheel) (Conventional) (Conventional) (Conventional) (5th-Wheel) Ranger Passenger Van Escape Edge Fusion Mustang Transit Connect Taurus EcoSport CUV/SUV/TRUCK TOWING EQUIPMENT & TRAILER TOWING PACKAGES Model (Option Code) Transit Connect Van/Wagon Edge (53T) (53G)(2) Flex (53G) Escape Explorer Explorer Expedition Transit Ranger F-150 (536)(4) (52R)(5) (52T)(6) (536) (53B) (53R) (Std.) F-150 Raptor (Std.) F-150 (53B) F-150 (53A) F-150 (53C) F-250/ F-350/F-450 Super Duty Pickup (Standard) F-250 Super Duty Pickup(13) (535) F-350/ F-450/F-550 F-450/F-550 Super Duty Super Duty Chassis Cab Chassis Cab (531)(15)(16) (535) 7-Wire Harness & 4-/7-Pin Connector X X (Std.) X(8) X X X X X X (Std.) 7-Wire Harness (Blunt Cut) with Relays (Std.) (Std.) Trailer Wiring Harness (4-Pin) X X X X (Std.) X Trailer Module X Trailer Wiring Provision X Hitch Receiver (See chart on page 38) X X X X X X (Std.) X X X X X X X (Std.) Aux. Auto Trans. Oil Cooler X X Radiator Upgrade X X X(9) X(9) X(9) Higher-Power Cooling Fans (1) X X X Smart Trailer Tow Connector X X X X X(11) Electronic Traction Assist (eLSD) X Upgraded Front Stabilizer Bar X X X Trailer Brake Wiring/Feed Kit X(12) (Std.) X X(15) Aluminum Wheels X(14) Upgraded Rear Axle X X X(11) X X Increased GCW (6.7L) X(11) X X Upgraded Rear Bumper X Rear Stabilizer Bar (Std.) (Std.) Tow/Haul Mode X X (Std.) (Std.) (Std.) X (Std.) (Std.) (Std.) 2-Speed Automatic 4WD X(7) Electric Brake Controller Tap-In Cap. X Trailer Brake Controller X X X(11) Trailer Sway Control X X X X (Std.) (Std.) (Std.) (Std.) X (Std.) (Std.) (Std.) X (Std.) (Std.) (Std.) Engine Oil Cooler X(3) X X(1) X (Std.) (Std.) (Std.) Tailgate LED X Pro Trailer Backup Assist X X(10) X 36-Gallon Fuel Tank X (1) Not available on 3.3L V6 engine. (2) Available with twin-scroll 2.0L EcoBoost® I4 only and AWD only. (3) Not included with EcoBoost engine. (4) Available with 2.0L EcoBoost I4 only. (5) Requires 2.3L EcoBoost I4 engine. (6) Requires 3.5L V6 engine. (7) 4x4 only. (8) Blade-style female connector including relay system for backup/B+/running lights. (9) 2.7L EcoBoost V6 and 3.5L EcoBoost V6 engines only. (10) Not included on XL 100A. (11) F-350 DRW/F-450 only. (12) In-cab, no controller (SRW). (13) Requires 6.7L diesel engine. (14) Polished (Platinum). (15) Not included if Trailer Brake Controller is ordered. (16) XL model only. Notes: · Content may vary depending on model, trim and/or powertrain. See your dealer for specific content information. · Trailer Towing Package recommended for all light trucks that will be used for towing to help ensure easy, proper connection of trailer lights. REVISED 12.21.18 2019 RV & TRAILER TOWING GUIDE 17 F-150 AND SUPER DUTY® Select the F-Series cab design and drive system (4x2 or 4x4) you prefer. (See pages 1829.) Read down the column to find the trailer weight that can be towed with engine/axle ratio combinations listed. GCWR column shows maximum allowable combined weight of vehicle, trailer and cargo (including passengers) for each engine/axle ratio combination. Maximum Loaded Trailer Weight assumes a towing vehicle with any mandatory options, no cargo, tongue load of 10% (conventional trailer) or king pin weight of 15% (5th-wheel trailer) and driver and passenger (150 lbs. each). Weight of additional options, passengers, cargo and hitch must be deducted from this weight. Also check Required and Recommended Equipment on page 15. 18 2019 RV & TRAILER TOWING GUIDE If your vehicle will be registered in California, Connecticut, Delaware, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Jersey, New York, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont or Washington, check with your Ford dealer to be sure the desired powertrain/axle ratio is available in your area. F-150 CONVENTIONAL TOWING Maximum Loaded Trailer Weight (lbs.)(1) Towing capability will be reduced based on trim series, option content and payload See dealer and reference "eSourceBook" Job Aid "Spec'ing F-Series Trucks for Towing" Automatic Transmission Engine Axle GCWR Ratio (lbs.) 3.3L PFDI V6 3.55 9,600 9,700 9,800 9,900 10,000 3.73 12,200 12,300 12,400 12,500 12,600 5.0L 4-Valve V8 3.15 13,100 14,000 14,200 14,300 3.31 13,100 13,300 14,000 14,200 14,300 14,400 3.55 13,300 13,900 14,200 14,400 14,500 14,600 15,000 15,200 15,300 3.73 14,700 16,000(2) 16,200(2) 16,300 16,600 16,900 3.0L Turbo Diesel V6 3.31 15,700 15,900 16,000 16,100 3.55 16,000 16,100 17,100 REGULAR CAB 4x2 4x4 122" WB 141" WB 122" WB 141" WB 5,100 5,100 5,000 7,700 7,700 7,500 7,400 8,400 9,200 8,400 8,300 9,200 9,100 8,300 9,200 9,100 10,200 9,700 11,000(4) 11,100(4) 11,200 SUPERCAB 4x2 4x4 145" WB 164" WB 145" WB 164" WB 5,000 7,400 7,400 9,200 9,100 9,200 9,100 9,100 9,000 9,100 9,100 10,200 10,100 11,000(4) 10,700(4) 11,300 11,200 10,100 10,200(3)/ 10,100(5) 10,200(3)/ 10,100(5) 11,500 11,300(3)/ 11,200(5) SUPERCREW® 4x2 4x4 145" WB 157" WB 145" WB 157" WB 5,000 7,400 7,400 9,100 9,100 9,100 9,100 9,000 9,000 9,100 9,100 10,100 10,100 10,900(2)(4) 10,900 10,700(2)(4) 11,500 10,200 10,100 10,300(3)/ 10,300(3)/ 10,100(5) 10,100(5) 11,200 11,300 10,300(3)/ 10,100(5) 11,300(3)/ 10,900(5) 10,300(3)/ 10,100(5) 11,300(3)/ 11,100(5) (1) Maximum loaded trailer weight requires weight-distributing hitch. See page 38 for additional information. (2) Requires Heavy-Duty Payload Package (627). (3) Electronic Shift-OnThe-Fly transmission. (4) Includes 18" tires and wheels. (5) 2-speed automatic 4WD transmission. Notes: · Calculated with SAE J2807 method. · Do not exceed trailer weight of 5,000 lbs. when towing with bumper only. · Trailer tongue load weight should be 10% of total loaded trailer weight. Make sure vehicle payload (reduce by option weight) will accommodate trailer tongue load weight and weight of passengers and cargo added to towing vehicle. Addition of trailer tongue load weight and weight of passengers and cargo cannot cause vehicle weights to exceed rear GAWR or GVWR. These ratings can be found on the vehicle Safety Compliance Certification Label. 2019 RV & TRAILER TOWING GUIDE 19 If your vehicle will be registered in California, Connecticut, Delaware, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Jersey, New York, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont or Washington, check with your Ford dealer to be sure the desired powertrain/axle ratio is available in your area. F-150 CONVENTIONAL TOWING Maximum Loaded Trailer Weight (lbs.)(1) Towing capability will be reduced based on trim series, option content and payload See dealer and reference "eSourceBook" Job Aid "Spec'ing F-Series Trucks for Towing" Automatic Transmission Engine Axle Ratio 2.7L GTDI V6 3.55 3.73 3.5L GTDI V6 3.15 3.31 3.55 3.73 4.10 GCWR (lbs.) 12,300 12,500 12,600 12,700 12,800 12,900 13,200 13,300 13,400 14,100 14,200 14,300 15,500 15,800 15,900 15,900 16,100 16,200 15,500 15,800 15,900 16,100 16,200 16,700(3) 17,000(4) 17,100(4) 17,900(4) 18,200(4) 18,400(4) 17,100(5)(4) 12,050(7) 14,250(7) REGULAR CAB SUPERCAB SUPERCREW® 4x2 4x4 4x2 4x4 4x2 4x4 122" WB 141" WB 122" WB 141" WB 145" WB 164" WB 145" WB 164" WB 145" WB 157" WB 145" WB 157" WB 7,600 7,600 7,600 7,600 7,500 7,700 7,700 7,700 7,600 7,600 8,500 8,500 8,400 8,300 8,300/8,300(2) 8,200 8,000 8,200/8,200(2) 8,200 8,000 8,500(2) 9,000(2) 9,000(2) 9,000(2) 9,000(2) 8,900(2) 10,700 10,700 10,600 10,700 10,700 10,800 10,700 10,700 10,700 10,700 10,700 10,700 10,800 10,600 10,700 10,700 10,700 10,700 10,700 10,700 11,100 9,400 12,100 12,000 12,000 11,800 11,700 11,600 12,700(9) 12,700(9) 13,200(9) 12,900(9) 12,000(6) 11,800(6) 11,700(6) 11,500(6) 11,700(6) 11,500(6) 6,000(8) 8,000 (1) Maximum loaded trailer weight requires weight-distributing hitch. See page 38 for additional information. (2) Requires 2.7L EcoBoost® Payload Package (622). (3) Limited model only. (4) Requires Max Trailer Tow Package (53C). (5) Requires Heavy-Duty Payload Package (627). (6) Includes 18" tires and wheels. (7) Raptor model only. (8) 133" wheelbase. (9) Requires 20" tires and wheels. Notes: · Calculated with SAE J2807 method. · Do not exceed trailer weight of 5,000 lbs. when towing with bumper only. · Trailer tongue load weight should be 10% of total loaded trailer weight. Make sure vehicle payload (reduce by option weight) will accommodate trailer tongue load weight and weight of passengers and cargo added to towing vehicle. Addition of trailer tongue load weight and weight of passengers and cargo cannot cause vehicle weights to exceed rear GAWR or GVWR. These ratings can be found on the vehicle Safety Compliance Certification Label. REVISED 10.25.18 20 2019 RV & TRAILER TOWING GUIDE If your vehicle will be registered in California, Connecticut, Delaware, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Jersey, New York, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont or Washington, check with your Ford dealer to be sure the desired powertrain/axle ratio is available in your area. F-150 5th-WHEEL TOWING(1)(2) Maximum Loaded Trailer Weight (lbs.) Towing capability will be reduced based on trim series, option content and payload See dealer and reference "eSourceBook" Job Aid "Spec'ing F-Series Trucks for Towing" Automatic Transmission Engine Axle GCWR Ratio (lbs.) 3.3L PFDI V6 3.55 9,600 9,700 9,800 9,900 10,000 3.73 12,200 12,300 12,400 12,500 12,600 5.0L 4-Valve V8 3.15 13,100 14,000 14,200 14,300 3.31 13,100 13,300 14,000 14,200 14,300 14,400 3.55 13,300 13,900 14,200 14,400 14,500 14,600 15,000 15,200 15,300 3.73 14,700 16,000(3) 16,200(3) 16,300 16,600 16,900 3.0L Turbo Diesel V6 3.31 15,700 15,900 16,000 16,100 3.55 16,000 16,100 17,100 REGULAR CAB 4x2 4x4 122" WB 141" WB 122" WB 141" WB 5,000 5,100 5,000 7,600 7,700 7,500 7,400 8,400 9,200 8,400 8,300 9,200 9,100 8,300 9,200 9,100 10,200 9,400 10,900(4) 11,000(4) 11,200 SUPERCAB 4x2 4x4 145" WB 164" WB 145" WB 164" WB 5,000 7,400 7,300 9,100 9,100 9,100 9,100 9,100 8,900 9,000 9,100 10,100 10,100 10,900(4) 10,600(4) 11,000 10,200 9,300 8,200(5)/ 7,700(6) 8,200(5)/ 7,700(6) 9,300 8,200(5)/ 7,700(6) SUPERCREW® 4x2 4x4 145" WB 157" WB 145" WB 157" WB 5,000 7,400 7,300 9,000 9,000 9,000 9,000 9,000 8,900 9,100 9,000 10,000 10,000 10,900(3)(4) 10,500 10,700(3)(4) 10,700 9,000 8,600 8,000(5)/ 8,000(5)/ 7,300(6) 7,200(6) 9,000 8,600 8,000(5)/ 7,300(6) 8,000(5)/ 7,300(6) 8,000(5)/ 7,200(6) 8,000(5)/ 7,200(6) (1) Vehicles equipped with 5.5' box will accept a 5th-wheel hitch, but current 5th-wheel trailer designs are not compatible with this model (145" wb. SuperCrew). (2) 5th-wheel towing requires Trailer Tow Package (53A) or Max Trailer Tow Package (53C). (3) Requires Heavy-Duty Payload Package (627). (4) Includes 18" tires and wheels. (5) Electronic Shift-On-The-Fly transmission. (6) 2-speed automatic 4WD transmission. Notes: · Calculated with SAE J2807 method. · Trailer king pin load weight should be 15% of total loaded trailer weight. Make sure vehicle payload (reduce by option weight) will accommodate trailer king pin load weight and weight of passengers and cargo added to towing vehicle. Addition of trailer tongue load weight and weight of passengers and cargo cannot cause vehicle weights to exceed rear GAWR or GVWR. These ratings can be found on the vehicle Safety Compliance Certification Label. 2019 RV & TRAILER TOWING GUIDE 21 If your vehicle will be registered in California, Connecticut, Delaware, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Jersey, New York, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont or Washington, check with your Ford dealer to be sure the desired powertrain/axle ratio is available in your area. F-150 5th-WHEEL TOWING(1)(2) Maximum Loaded Trailer Weight (lbs.) Towing capability will be reduced based on trim series, option content and payload See dealer and reference "eSourceBook" Job Aid "Spec'ing F-Series Trucks for Towing" Automatic Transmission Engine Axle GCWR Ratio (lbs.) 2.7L GTDI V6 3.55 12,300 12,500 12,600 12,700 12,800 12,900 3.73 13,200 13,300 13,400 14,100 14,200 14,300 3.5L GTDI V6 3.15 15,500 15,800 15,900 3.31 15,900 16,100 16,200 3.55 15,500 15,800 15,900 16,100 16,200 16,700(7) 17,000(6) 17,100(6) 17,900(6) 18,200(6) 18,400(6) 3.73 17,100(4)(6) REGULAR CAB 4x2 4x4 122" WB 141" WB 122" WB 141" WB 7,600 7,500 7,500 7,500 8,500 8,400 8,300 8,200 8,500(3) 8,900(3) 10,600 10,700 10,600 10,700 12,100 11,900 12,000(5) 11,800(5) SUPERCAB 4x2 4x4 145" WB 164" WB 145" WB 164" WB 7,400 7,700 7,600 8,300/8,200(3) 8,000 7,900 9,000(3) 9,000(3) 10,600 10,600 10,700 10,600 10,600 10,600 10,700 10,600 10,800 11,800 10,700 10,600 11,700(5) 11,500(5) SUPERCREW® 4x2 4x4 145" WB 157" WB 145" WB 157" WB 7,700 7,700 7,500 7,800/8,100(3) 8,100 7,600 8,900(3) 8,900(3) 10,300 10,600 10,000 10,400 10,300 10,600 10,000 10,400 7,700 6,000 10,300(8) 10,000(8) 11,800(8) 10,400(8) 11,600(5) 11,400(5) (1) Vehicles equipped with 5.5' box will accept a 5th-wheel hitch, but current 5th-wheel trailer designs are not compatible with this model (145" wb. SuperCrew). (2) 5th-wheel towing requires Trailer Tow Package (53A) or Max Trailer Tow Package (53C). (3) Requires 2.7L EcoBoost® Payload Package (622). (4) Requires Heavy-Duty Payload Package (627). (5) Includes 18" tires and wheels. (6) Requires Max Trailer Tow Package (53C). (7) Limited model only. (8) Requires 20" tires and wheels. Notes: · Calculated with SAE J2807 method. · Trailer king pin load weight should be 15% of total loaded trailer weight. Make sure vehicle payload (reduce by option weight) will accommodate trailer king pin load weight and weight of passengers and cargo added to towing vehicle. Addition of trailer tongue load weight and weight of passengers and cargo cannot cause vehicle weights to exceed rear GAWR or GVWR. These ratings can be found on the vehicle Safety Compliance Certification Label. 22 2019 RV & TRAILER TOWING GUIDE F-250 SRW SUPER DUTY® PICKUPS CONVENTIONAL TOWING Maximum Loaded Trailer Weight (lbs.) Towing capability will be reduced based on trim series, option content and payload See dealer and reference "eSourceBook" Job Aid "Spec'ing F-Series Trucks for Towing" Automatic Transmission Engine Axle GCWR Ratio (lbs.) REGULAR CAB 4x2 142" WB 4x4 142" WB 8' Box 8' Box 4x2 148" WB 6-3/4' Box SUPERCAB 4x2 164" WB 4x4 148" WB 8' Box 6-3/4' Box 4x4 164" WB 4x2 160" WB 8' Box 6-3/4' Box CREW CAB 4x2 176" WB 4x4 160" WB 8' Box 6-3/4' Box 4x4 176" WB 8' Box 6.2L V8 3.73 19,500 13,300 12,900 13,000 12,900 12,600 12,500 12,900 12,700 12,500 12,300 4.30 22,000 14,000 15,000 14,000 15,000 15,000 15,000 15,000 15,000 15,000 14,800 6.7L V8 3.31 23,500 Turbo Diesel 25,700(1) 15,000 15,000 15,000 15,000 15,000 15,000 15,000 15,000 15,000 15,000 15,000 15,000 15,000 15,000 15,000 18,000 15,000 15,000 15,000 17,500 3.55 23,500 15,000 15,000 15,000 15,000 15,000 15,000 15,000 15,000 15,000 15,000 25,700(1) 15,000 15,000 15,000 15,000 15,000 15,000 15,000 18,000 15,000 17,500 (1) Requires Trailer Tow Package. Notes: · Calculated with SAE J2807 method. · Trailer tongue (trailer king pin for 5th-wheel towing) load weight should be 10% (15% for 5th-wheel towing) of total loaded trailer weight. Make sure vehicle payload (reduce by option weight) will accommodate trailer tongue (trailer king pin for 5th-wheel towing) load weight and weight of passengers and cargo added to towing vehicle. Addition of trailer tongue (trailer king pin for 5th-wheel towing) load weight and weight of passengers and cargo must not cause vehicle weights to exceed rear GAWR or GVWR. These ratings can be found on the vehicle Safety Compliance Certification Label. REVISED 01.18.19 23 2019 RV & TRAILER TOWING GUIDE F-250 SRW SUPER DUTY® PICKUPS 5th-WHEEL/GOOSENECK TOWING Maximum Loaded Trailer Weight (lbs.) Towing capability will be reduced based on trim series, option content and payload See dealer and reference "eSourceBook" Job Aid "Spec'ing F-Series Trucks for Towing" Automatic Transmission Engine Axle GCWR Ratio (lbs.) REGULAR CAB SUPERCAB CREW CAB 4x2 142" WB 4x4 142" WB 4x2 148" WB 4x2 164" WB 4x4 148" WB 4x4 164" WB 4x2 160" WB 4x2 176" WB 4x4 160" WB 4x4 176" WB 8' Box 8' Box 6-3/4' Box 8' Box 6-3/4' Box 8' Box 6-3/4' Box 8' Box 6-3/4' Box 8' Box 6.2L V8 3.73 19,500 4.30 22,000 13,300 15,800 12,800 15,300 13,000 15,500 12,900 15,400 12,600 15,100 12,500 15,000 12,900 15,400 12,700 15,200 12,500 15,000 12,200 14,700 6.7L V8 3.31 23,500 Turbo Diesel 25,700(1) 16,500 18,500(2) 16,000 16,500 16,200 17,400 16,100 16,600 15,500 14,800 14,700 14,000 16,100 16,600 15,800 15,100 14,800 14,100 13,000 12,300 3.55 23,500 16,500 16,000 16,200 16,100 15,500 14,700 16,100 15,800 14,800 13,000 25,700(1) 18,500(2) 16,500 17,400 16,600 14,800 14,000 16,600 15,100 14,100 12,300 (1) Requires Trailer Tow Package. (2) Gooseneck tow rating shown. 5th-wheel tow rating limited to 5th-wheel hitch rating of 18,000 lbs. Notes: · Calculated with SAE J2807 method. · Trailer tongue (trailer king pin for 5th-wheel towing) load weight should be 10% (15% for 5th-wheel towing) of total loaded trailer weight. Make sure vehicle payload (reduce by option weight) will accommodate trailer tongue (trailer king pin for 5th-wheel towing) load weight and weight of passengers and cargo added to towing vehicle. Addition of trailer tongue (trailer king pin for 5th-wheel towing) load weight and weight of passengers and cargo must not cause vehicle weights to exceed rear GAWR or GVWR. These ratings can be found on the vehicle Safety Compliance Certification Label. REVISED 01.18.19 24 2019 RV & TRAILER TOWING GUIDE Automatic Transmission Engine Axle GCWR Ratio (lbs.) 6.2L V8 3.73 19,500 4.30 23,000 6.7L V8 3.31 28,700 Turbo Diesel 3.55 28,700 (1) 18" Tires. (2) 20" Tires. F-350 SRW SUPER DUTY® PICKUPS CONVENTIONAL TOWING Maximum Loaded Trailer Weight (lbs.) Towing capability will be reduced based on trim series, option content and payload See dealer and reference "eSourceBook" Job Aid "Spec'ing F-Series Trucks for Towing" REGULAR CAB SUPERCAB CREW CAB 4x2 142" WB 4x4 142" WB 4x2 148" WB 4x2 164" WB 4x4 148" WB 4x4 164" WB 4x2 160" WB 4x2 176" WB 4x4 160" WB 4x4 176" WB 8' Box 8' Box 6-3/4' Box 8' Box 6-3/4' Box 8' Box 6-3/4' Box 8' Box 6-3/4' Box 8' Box 13,100 12,700/12,600(1)(2) 12,900/12,800(1) 12,800/12,700(1) 12,400 12,300 12,700/12,600(1) 12,500/12,400(1) 12,300/12,200(1)(2) 12,100/12,000(1)(2) 14,000 15,000 14,000 15,000 15,000 15,000 15,000 15,000 15,000 15,000 15,000 15,000 15,000 15,000 15,000 15,000 15,000 18,000 15,000 18,000 15,000 15,000 15,000 15,000 15,000 15,000 15,000 18,000 15,000 18,000 Notes: · Calculated with SAE J2807 method. · Trailer tongue (trailer king pin for 5th-wheel towing) load weight should be 10% (15% for 5th-wheel towing) of total loaded trailer weight. Make sure vehicle payload (reduce by option weight) will accommodate trailer tongue (trailer king pin for 5th-wheel towing) load weight and weight of passengers and cargo added to towing vehicle. Addition of trailer tongue (trailer king pin for 5th-wheel towing) load weight and weight of passengers and cargo must not cause vehicle weights to exceed rear GAWR or GVWR. These ratings can be found on the vehicle Safety Compliance Certification Label. REVISED 01.18.19 25 2019 RV & TRAILER TOWING GUIDE F-350 SRW SUPER DUTY® PICKUPS 5th-WHEEL/GOOSENECK TOWING Maximum Loaded Trailer Weight (lbs.) Towing capability will be reduced based on trim series, option content and payload See dealer and reference "eSourceBook" Job Aid "Spec'ing F-Series Trucks for Towing" Automatic Transmission Engine Axle GCWR Ratio (lbs.) REGULAR CAB 4x2 142" WB 4x4 142" WB 8' Box 8' Box 4x2 148" WB 6-3/4' Box SUPERCAB 4x2 164" WB 4x4 148" WB 8' Box 6-3/4' Box 4x4 164" WB 8' Box 4x2 160" WB 6-3/4' Box CREW CAB 4x2 176" WB 4x4 160" WB 8' Box 6-3/4' Box 4x4 176" WB 8' Box 6.2L V8 3.73 19,500 13,100/ 13,000(1) 12,700/ 12,600(1)(2) 12,800 12,700 12,400/ 12,300(1)(2) 12,300/ 12,200(1)(2) 12,700/ 12,600(1) 12,400 12,200 12,000 4.30 23,000 16,600/ 16,500(1) 16,200/ 16,100(1)(2) 16,300 16,200 15,900/ 15,800(1)(2) 15,800/ 15,700(1)(2) 16,200/ 16,100(1) 15,900 15,700 15,500 6.7L V8 Turbo Diesel 3.31 28,700 21,500(1)(4)(5)/ 19,200(3)(4) 21,100(4)/ 16,400(3) 21,300(1)(4)(5)/ 17,700(3) 21,100(1)(4)/ 21,200(4)(5)/ 16,800(3) 20,900(4)(5)/ 20,800(1)(2)(4)/ 14,900(3) 20,800(4)(5)/ 20,700(1)(2)(4)/ 14,100(3) 21,100(1)(4)(5)/ 16,500(3) 20,800(1)(4)/ 20,600(4)(5)/ 14,900(3) 20,700(4)/ 15,700(3) 20,400(4)/ 12,100(3) 3.55 28,700 21,500(1)(4)(5)/ 19,200(3)(4) 21,100(4)/ 16,400(3) 21,300(1)(4)(5)/ 17,700(3) 21,100(1)(4)/ 21,200(4)(5)/ 16,800(3) 20,900(4)(5)/ 20,800(4)(5)/ 20,800(1)(2)(4)/ 20,700(1)(2)(4)/ 14,900(3) 14,100(3) 21,100(1)(4)(5)/ 16,500(3) 20,800(1)(4)/ 20,600(4)(5)/ 14,900(3) 20,700(4)/ 15,700(3) 20,400(4)/ 12,100(3) (1) 18" Tires. (2) 20" Tires. (3) Optional 10,000-lb. GVWR Package (68D). (4) Gooseneck tow rating shown. 5th-wheel tow rating limited to 5th-wheel hitch rating of 18,000 lbs. (5) 17" Tires. Notes: · Calculated with SAE J2807 method. · Trailer tongue (trailer king pin for 5th-wheel towing) load weight should be 10% (15% for 5th-wheel towing) of total loaded trailer weight. Make sure vehicle payload (reduce by option weight) will accommodate trailer tongue (trailer king pin for 5th-wheel towing) load weight and weight of passengers and cargo added to towing vehicle. Addition of trailer tongue (trailer king pin for 5th-wheel towing) load weight and weight of passengers and cargo must not cause vehicle weights to exceed rear GAWR or GVWR. These ratings can be found on the vehicle Safety Compliance Certification Label. REVISED 01.18.19 26 2019 RV & TRAILER TOWING GUIDE F-350/450 DRW SUPER DUTY® PICKUPS CONVENTIONAL TOWING Automatic Transmission Engine 6.2L V8 6.7L V8 Turbo Diesel Axle GCWR Ratio (lbs.) 3.73 20,000 4.30 23,500 3.55 36,000 4.10 40,000 4.30 42,000 42,800 43,300 Maximum Loaded Trailer Weight (lbs.) Towing capability will be reduced based on trim series, option content and payload See dealer and reference "eSourceBook" Job Aid "Spec'ing F-Series Trucks for Towing" REGULAR CAB F-350 F-450 4x2 142" WB 4x4 142" WB 4x2 142" WB 4x4 142" WB 8' Box 8' Box 8' Box 8' Box SUPERCAB F-350 4x2 164" WB 4x4 164" WB 8' Box 8' Box CREW CAB F-350 F-450 4x2 176" WB 4x4 176" WB 4x2 176" WB 4x4 176" WB 8' Box 8' Box 8' Box 8' Box 13,200 12,800 12,700 12,300 12,500 12,100 16,700 16,300 16,200 15,800 16,000 15,600 21,000 20,000 21,000 21,000 21,000 21,000 21,000 20,000 21,000 21,000 21,000 21,000 21,000 21,000 21,000 21,000 F-350/450 DRW SUPER DUTY PICKUPS 5th-WHEEL/GOOSENECK TOWING 6.2L V8 3.73 20,000 13,100 12,700 12,700 12,300 12,500 12,100 4.30 23,500 16,600 16,200 6.7L V8 3.55 36,000 28,400(1) 28,000(1) Turbo Diesel 4.10 40,000 32,400(1) 32,000(1) 4.30 42,000 16,200 15,800 16,000 15,600 28,000(1) 27,600(1) 27,800(1) 27,300 32,000(1) 31,600(1) 31,800(1) 31,300(1) 32,500(1) 42,800 34,000(1) 43,300 35,000(1) 34,700(1) (1) Gooseneck tow rating shown. 5th-wheel tow rating limited to 5th-wheel hitch rating of 27,500 lbs. Notes: · Calculated with SAE J2807 method. · Trailer tongue (trailer king pin for 5th-wheel towing) load weight should be 10% (15% for 5th-wheel towing) of total loaded trailer weight. Make sure vehicle payload (reduce by option weight) will accommodate trailer tongue (trailer king pin for 5th-wheel towing) load weight and weight of passengers and cargo added to towing vehicle. Addition of trailer tongue (trailer king pin for 5th-wheel towing) load weight and weight of passengers and cargo must not cause vehicle weights to exceed rear GAWR or GVWR. These ratings can be found on the vehicle Safety Compliance Certification Label. TAILGATE CLEARANCE Considerations When Towing a 5th-Wheel or Gooseneck Trailer* Model F-150 Max. Tailgate Height** 58.3 inches *Raptor 5th-wheel towing is not recommended. **Distance from ground to top of closed tailgate. F-250 59.8 inches F-350 SRW F-350 DRW F-450 DRW 59.6 inches 58.7 inches 58.0 inches Note: V ehicles with other configurations may have varying tailgate heights. REVISED 01.18.19 27 2019 RV & TRAILER TOWING GUIDE F-350 SUPER DUTY® CHASSIS CABS CONVENTIONAL TOWING (1) Maximum Loaded Trailer Weight (lbs.) Trailer weights shown assume 400-lb.800-lb. second-unit body weight. Be sure combined weight of vehicle and trailer does not exceed listed GCWR. Automatic Transmission Axle GCWR Engine Ratio (lbs.) 6.2L 3.73 SOHC V8 19,500 20,000 4.30 23,000 23,500 6.7L 3.73 26,500 Diesel 31,000 4.10 32,000 F-350 4x2 SRW 145 WB 13,200/ 13,100(2) 13,500 13,500 REGULAR CAB CHASSIS F-350 F-350 F-350 F-350 4x4 SRW 4x2 DRW 4x2 DRW 4x4 DRW 145 WB 145 WB 169 WB 145 WB 12,700 13,500 13,500 13,300 16,800 17,500 17,500 13,200 16,700 17,500 17,500 12,900 16,400 17,500 17,500 F-350 4x4 DRW 169 WB 12,800 16,300 17,500 17,500 SUPERCAB CHASSIS F-350 F-350 F-350 F-350 4x2 SRW 4x4 SRW 4x2 DRW 4x4 DRW 168 WB 168 WB 168 WB 168 WB 12,800(2)/ 12,900 12,400 12,900 12,500 13,500 13,500 16,400 16,000 13,500 13,500 17,500 17,500 17,500 17,500 CREW CAB CHASSIS F-350 F-350 F-350 F-350 4x2 SRW 4x4 SRW 4x2 DRW 4x4 DRW 179 WB 179 WB 179 WB 179 WB 12,600 12,100(2)/ 12,200 12,800 12,400 13,500 13,500 16,300 15,900 13,500 13,500 17,500 17,500 17,500 17,500 F-350 SUPER DUTY CHASSIS CABS 5th-WHEEL TOWING 6.2L 3.73 SOHC V8 19,500 20,000 4.30 23,000 23,500 6.7L Diesel 3.73 26,500 31,000 4.10 32,000 13,100 16,600 19,200(2)/ 18,000 12,600(2)/ 12,700 16,100(2)/ 16,200 18,700(2)/ 15,100 13,200 16,700 23,500 24,500 13,200 16,700 23,400 24,400 12,800 16,300 23,100 24,100 12,800 16,300 23,000 24,000 12,800 16,300 18,800(2)/ 15,700 12,400/ 12,300(2) 15,800(2)/ 15,900 18,400(2)/ 13,800 12,900 16,400 23,100 24,100 12,500 16,000 22,700 23,700 12,600/ 12,500(2) 16,000(2)/ 16,100 18,600(2)/ 14,100 12,200/ 12,100(2) 15,600(2)/ 15,700 18,200(2)/ 12,300 12,700 16,200 23,000 24,000 12,300 15,800 22,600 23,600 (1) Super Duty Chassis Cab does not offer a conventional hitch receiver as a factoryinstalled option. (2) 18" Tires. Note: Trailer tongue (trailer king pin for 5th-wheel towing) load weight should be 10% (15% for 5th-wheel towing) of total loaded trailer weight. Make sure vehicle payload (reduce by option weight) will accommodate trailer tongue (trailer king pin for 5th-wheel towing) load weight and weight of passengers and cargo added to towing vehicle. Addition of trailer tongue (trailer king pin for 5th-wheel towing) load weight and weight of passengers and cargo must not cause vehicle weights to exceed rear GAWR or GVWR. These ratings can be found on the vehicle Safety Compliance Certification Label. 28 2019 RV & TRAILER TOWING GUIDE F-450 SUPER DUTY® CHASSIS CABS CONVENTIONAL TOWING (1) Maximum Loaded Trailer Weight (lbs.) Trailer weights shown assume 400-lb.800-lb. second-unit body weight. Be sure combined weight of vehicle and trailer does not exceed listed GCWR. Automatic Transmission Axle GCWR Engine Ratio (lbs.) 6.8L SOHC V10 4.88 28,000 6.7L 4.10 32,000 Diesel 4.30 34,500 F-450 4x2 DRW 145 WB F-450 4x2 DRW 169 WB REGULAR CAB CHASSIS F-450 F-450 F-450 F-450 4x2 DRW 4x2 DRW 4x4 DRW 4x4 DRW 193 WB 205 WB 145 WB 169 WB F-450 F-450 4x4 DRW 4x4 DRW 193 WB 205 WB SUPERCAB CHASSIS F-450 F-450 F-450 F-450 4x2 DRW 4x2 DRW 4x4 DRW 4x4 DRW 168 WB 192 WB 168 WB 192 WB CREW CAB CHASSIS F-450 F-450 F-450 F-450 4x2 DRW 4x2 DRW 4x4 DRW 4x4 DRW 179 WB 203 WB 179 WB 203 WB 17,500 17,500 17,500 17,500 17,500 17,500 17,500 17,500 17,500 17,500 17,500 17,500 17,500 17,500 17,500 17,500 17,500 17,500 17,500 17,500 17,500 17,500 17,500 17,500 17,500 17,500 17,500 17,500 17,500 17,500 17,500 17,500 17,500 17,500 17,500 17,500 17,500 17,500 17,500 17,500 17,500 17,500 17,500 17,500 17,500 17,500 17,500 17,500 F-450 SUPER DUTY CHASSIS CABS 5th-WHEEL TOWING 6.8L SOHC V10 4.88 28,000 6.7L V8 4.10 32,000 Diesel 4.30 34,500 20,600 23,900 26,400 20,400 23,700 26,200 20,100 23,300 25,800 19,900 23,200 25,700 20,300 23,600 26,100 20,100 23,300 25,800 19,800 23,000 25,500 19,600 22,900 25,400 20,300 23,600 26,100 20,000 23,200 25,700 20,000 23,200 25,700 19,700 22,900 25,400 20,200 23,400 25,900 19,900 23,100 25,600 19,900 23,100 25,600 19,600 22,800 25,300 (1) Super Duty Chassis Cab does not offer a conventional hitch receiver as a factoryinstalled option. Note: Trailer tongue (trailer king pin for 5th-wheel towing) load weight should be 10% (15% for 5th-wheel towing) of total loaded trailer weight. Make sure vehicle payload (reduce by option weight) will accommodate trailer tongue (trailer king pin for 5th-wheel towing) load weight and weight of passengers and cargo added to towing vehicle. Addition of trailer tongue (trailer king pin for 5th-wheel towing) load weight and weight of passengers and cargo must not cause vehicle weights to exceed rear GAWR or GVWR. These ratings can be found on the vehicle Safety Compliance Certification Label. Metric Conversion To obtain information in kilograms, multiply pounds by .45; to obtain information in square meters, multiply square feet by .09; to obtain information in centimeters, multiply inches by 2.54; to obtain information in kilometers, multiply miles by 1.6. 29 2019 RV & TRAILER TOWING GUIDE F-550 SUPER DUTY® CHASSIS CABS CONVENTIONAL TOWING (1) Maximum Loaded Trailer Weight (lbs.) Trailer weights shown assume 400-lb.800-lb. second-unit body weight. Be sure combined weight of vehicle and trailer does not exceed listed GCWR. Automatic Transmission F-550 Axle GCWR 4x2 DRW Engine Ratio (lbs.) 145 WB 6.8L SOHC V10 4.88 28,000 18,500 6.7L 4.10 32,000 Diesel 4.30 35,000 18,500 18,500 4.88 32,000 18,500 40,000(2) 18,500 F-550 4x2 DRW 169 WB 18,500 18,500 18,500 18,500 18,500 REGULAR CAB CHASSIS F-550 F-550 F-550 F-550 4x2 DRW 4x2 DRW 4x4 DRW 4x4 DRW 193 WB 205 WB 145 WB 169 WB 18,500 18,500 18,500 18,500 18,500 18,500 18,500 18,500 18,500 18,500 18,500 18,500 18,500 18,500 18,500 18,500 18,500 18,500 18,500 18,500 F-550 F-550 4x4 DRW 4x4 DRW 193 WB 205 WB 18,500 18,500 18,500 18,500 18,500 18,500 18,500 18,500 18,500 18,500 SUPERCAB CHASSIS F-550 F-550 F-550 F-550 4x2 DRW 4x2 DRW 4x4 DRW 4x4 DRW 168 WB 192 WB 168 WB 192 WB 18,500 18,500 18,500 18,500 18,500 18,500 18,500 18,500 18,500 18,500 18,500 18,500 18,500 18,500 18,500 18,500 18,500 18,500 18,500 18,500 CREW CAB CHASSIS F-550 F-550 F-550 F-550 4x2 DRW 4x2 DRW 4x4 DRW 4x4 DRW 179 WB 203 WB 179 WB 203 WB 18,500 18,500 18,500 18,500 18,500 18,500 18,500 18,500 18,500 18,500 18,500 18,500 18,500 18,500 18,500 18,500 18,500 18,500 18,500 18,500 F-550 SUPER DUTY CHASSIS CABS 5th-WHEEL TOWING 6.8L SOHC V10 4.88 28,000 6.7L V8 4.10 32,000 Diesel 4.30 35,000 4.88 32,000 40,000(2) 20,600 23,900 26,900 23,900 31,900 20,400 23,700 26,700 23,600 31,600 20,100 23,300 26,300 23,300 31,300 19,900 23,200 26,200 23,100 31,100 20,300 23,600 26,600 23,500 31,500 20,100 23,300 26,300 23,300 31,300 19,800 23,000 26,000 23,000 31,000 19,600 22,900 25,900 22,800 30,800 20,300 23,600 26,600 23,500 31,500 20,000 23,200 26,200 23,200 31,200 20,000 23,200 26,200 23,200 31,200 19,700 22,900 25,900 22,900 30,900 20,200 23,400 26,400 23,400 31,400 19,900 23,100 26,100 23,100 31,100 19,900 23,100 26,100 23,100 31,100 19,600 22,800 25,800 22,800 30,800 (1) Super Duty Chassis Cab does not offer a conventional hitch receiver as a factoryinstalled option. (2) Available with HighCapacity Trailer Tow Package only. Note: Trailer tongue (trailer king pin for 5th-wheel towing) load weight should be 10% (15% for 5th-wheel towing) of total loaded trailer weight. Make sure vehicle payload (reduce by option weight) will accommodate trailer tongue (trailer king pin for 5th-wheel towing) load weight and weight of passengers and cargo added to towing vehicle. Addition of trailer tongue (trailer king pin for 5th-wheel towing) load weight and weight of passengers and cargo must not cause vehicle weights to exceed rear GAWR or GVWR. These ratings can be found on the vehicle Safety Compliance Certification Label. SUPER DUTY Class A Motorhome Chassis GVWR 16,000 lbs. 18,000 lbs. 20,500 lbs. 22,000 lbs. 24,000 lbs. 26,000 lbs. GCWR 23,000 lbs. 23,000 lbs. 26,000 lbs. 26,000 lbs. 30,000 lbs. 30,000 lbs. Trailer Weight 7,000 lbs. 5,000 lbs. 5,500 lbs. 4,000 lbs. 6,000 lbs. 4,000 lbs. Note: Towing vehicle's braking system is rated for operation at GVWR NOT GCWR. See page 34 for more details. 30 2019 RV & TRAILER TOWING GUIDE F-650/F-750 SUPER DUTY® Chassis Cabs DIESEL ENGINE Model F-650 Pro Loader (Kick-Up Frame) F-650 (Straight Frame) F-750 (Straight Frame) F-650 Tractor F-750 Tractor GVWR 20,500-26,000 lbs. 25,600-29,000 lbs. 30,200-37,000 lbs. 27,500-29,000 lbs. 30,200-37,000 lbs. GCWR 50,000 lbs. 50,000 lbs. 50,000 lbs. 50,000 lbs. 50,000 lbs. GAS ENGINE Model GVWR GCWR F-650 Pro Loader (Kick-Up Frame) 22,000-26,000 lbs. 37,000 lbs. F-650 (Straight Frame) 25,600-29,000 lbs. 37,000 lbs. F-750 (Straight Frame) 30,200-33,000 lbs. 37,000 lbs. Note: Combined weight of vehicle and trailer cannot exceed listed GCWR. Metric Conversion To obtain information in kilograms, multiply pounds by .45; to obtain information in centimeters, multiply inches by 2.54. SUPER DUTY Commercial Stripped Chassis GVWR GCWR Trailer Weight 16,000 lbs. 23,000 lbs. 7,000 lbs. 19,500 lbs. 26,000 lbs. 6,500 lbs. 19,500 lbs. 27,200 lbs. 7,700 lbs.(1) 22,000 lbs. 26,000 lbs. 4,000 lbs. 22,000 lbs. 29,700 lbs. 7,700 lbs.(1) (1) Requires Parcel Delivery Package option. Note: Towing vehicle's braking system is rated for operation at GVWR NOT GCWR. See page 34 for more details. E-SERIES Cutaway and Stripped Chassis Maximum Trailer Weight = GCWR Vehicle GVW or 10,000 pounds, whichever is less. E-350 Super Duty Cutaway SRW GCWRs: 6.2L V8/6R140 13,000 lbs. 6.8L V10/6R140 18,500 lbs. E-350 Super Duty Stripped Chassis GCWRs: 6.2L V8/6R140 17,000 lbs. 6.8L V10/6R140 18,500 lbs. E-350 Super Duty Cutaway DRW GCWRs: 6.2L V8/6R140 17,000 lbs. 6.8L V10/6R140 18,500 lbs. E-450 Super Duty Stripped Chassis GCWRs: 6.2L V8/6R140 18,000 lbs. 6.8L V10/6R140 22,000 lbs. E-450 Super Duty Cutaway GCWRs: 6.2L V8/6R140 18,000 lbs. 6.8L V10/6R140 22,000 lbs. 31 2019 RV & TRAILER TOWING GUIDE TRANSIT CARGO VAN/PASSENGER VAN Maximum Loaded Trailer Weight (lbs.)(1) Automatic Transmission CARGO VAN PASSENGER VAN Engine 150/250 150/250 350 350 150/250 150/250 250 350 350 350 250 350 150 150 350 350 350 350 RWB RWB RWB RWB LWB LWB LWB LWB LWB LWB LWB LWB RWB RWB LWB LWB LWB LWB Axle GCWR Low Medium Low Medium Low Medium High Low Medium High Extended Extended Low Medium Low Medium High Extended Ratio (lbs.) Roof Roof Roof Roof Roof Roof Roof Roof Roof Roof High Roof High Roof Roof Roof Roof Roof Roof High Roof 3.7L DOHC V6 3.73 10,800 5,400 5,200 5,400 5,200 5,200 5,100 5,200 5,100 4,700 4,500 4,300 4,100 4.10 10,400 3,100 11,200 4,700 4,500 4,500 12,000 6,600 6,400 6,600 6,400 6,400 6,300 6,200 6,400 6,300 6,200 6,000 6,000 3.5L EcoBoost® 3.31 11,200 5,700 V6 3.73 11,200 5,500 5,700 5,500 5,600 5,400 5,300 5,600 5,400 5,300 5,100 5,100 5,000 4,900 4,600 4,500 4,400 5,000 4,900 4,600 4,500 4,400 3,800 12,600 7,100 6,900 7,100 6,900 7,000 6,800 6,700 7,000 6,800 6,700 6,500 6,500 13,000 6,700 3.2L I5 3.31 10,600 4,800 4,600 4,800 4,600 4,600 4,500 4,400 4,500 4,400 4,200 4,200 Power Stroke® 3.73 11,200 Diesel 13,500 7,500 7,400 7,300 7,400 7,300 7,100 7,100 3,800 3,600 3,500 4,400 4,200 4,100 3,500 (1) Properly equipped. Notes: · Calculated with SAE J2807 method. · Trailer tongue load weight should be 10% of total loaded trailer weight. Make sure vehicle payload (reduce by option weight) will accommodate trailer tongue load weight and weight of passengers and cargo added to towing vehicle. Addition of trailer tongue load weight and weight of passengers and cargo cannot cause vehicle weights to exceed rear GAWR or GVWR. These ratings can be found on the vehicle Safety Compliance Certification Label. TRANSIT CUTAWAY/CHASSIS CAB Maximum Loaded Trailer Weight (lbs.) Trailer weights shown assume 1,000-lb. second-unit body weight. Be sure combined weight of vehicle and trailer does not exceed listed GCWR. Automatic Transmission Engine 3.7L DOHC V6 3.2L I5 Power Stroke® Diesel Axle GCWR Ratio (lbs.) 4.10 12,000 3.73 13,500 250 SRW RWB 6,800 250 SRW LWB 6,600 CUTAWAY 350 HD 350 SRW 350 SRW DRW RWB LWB RWB 6,800 6,600 6,600 7,500 7,500 350 HD DRW LWB 6,500 7,500 350 HD DRW E-LWB 6,200 250 SRW RWB 6,800 250 SRW LWB 6,600 CHASSIS CAB 350 HD 350 SRW 350 SRW DRW RWB LWB RWB 6,800 6,600 6,600 7,100 7,500 7,500 350 HD DRW LWB 6,400 7,500 350 HD DRW E-LWB 6,200 7,100 RANGER Automatic Transmission Maximum Loaded Trailer Weight (lbs.) Engine Axle GCWR SUPERCAB SUPERCAB SUPER CREW SUPER CREW Ratio (lbs.) 4x2 4x4 4x2 4x4 2.3L EcoBoost I4 3.73 8,650 3,500 8,750 3,500 8,900 3,500 9,000 3,500 12,150 7,500(1) 12,250 7,500(1) 12,400 7,500(1) 12,500 7,500(1) (1) Requires optional Trailer Towing Package (53R). Notes: · Ranger calculated with SAE J2807 method. · Do not exceed trailer weight of 3,500 lbs. when towing with bumper only. REVISED 01.29.19 Expedition Explorer Escape EcoSport 32 2019 RV & TRAILER TOWING GUIDE SUVS Automatic Transmission Maximum Loaded Trailer Weight (lbs.)(1) Engine Axle GCWR Ratio (lbs.) EXPEDITION 4x2 4x4 EXPEDITION MAX 4x2 4x4 3.5L EcoBoost® V6 3.15 12,000 6,000 3.31 12,000 6,000 12,100 6,000 12,300 6,000 12,400 6,000 12,500 6,300 3.73 12,300(2) 6,000 12,400(2) 6,000 15,200(3) 9,000 15,300(3) 9,300 15,500(3) 9,200 9,000 (1) Maximum loaded trailer weight requires weight-distributing hitch. (2) Included with FX4 Off-Road Package (17F). (3) Requires optional Class IV Heavy-Duty Trailer Tow Package (536). Notes: · Trailer tongue load weight should be 10% of total loaded trailer weight. Make sure vehicle payload (reduced by option weight) will accommodate trailer tongue load weight and weight of passengers and cargo added to towing vehicle. Addition of trailer tongue load weight and weight of passengers and cargo cannot cause vehicle weights to exceed rear GAWR or GVWR. These ratings can be found on the vehicle Safety Compliance Certification Label. · Expedition calculated with SAE J2807 method. Automatic Transmission Final Drive GCWR (lbs.) Maximum Loaded Trailer Weight (lbs.) Engine Ratio FWD 4WD EXPLORER 2.3L EcoBoost I4 3.36 6,900 2,000(1) 7,950 3,000(2) 3.51 8,150 3,000(2) 3.5L V6 3.39 6,900 2,000(1) 3.65 7,110 2,000(1) 3.39 9,950 5,000(3) 3.65 10,150 5,000(3) 3.5L EcoBoost V6 3.16 10,400 5,000(4) (1) Explorer does not offer factory-installed towing equipment for this application; only available as dealer accessory. (2) Requires optional Class II Trailer Towing Package (52R). (3) Requires optional Class III Trailer Tow Package (52T) and weight-distributing hitch. (4) Class III Trailer Tow Package standard on Sport/Platinum series only. Requires weight-distribution hitch. Note: Explorer calculated with SAE J2807 method. Automatic Transmission Final Drive GCWR (lbs.) Engine Ratio FWD 4WD Maximum Loaded Trailer Weight (lbs.) ESCAPE 2.5L I4 3.51 5,351 1,500(1) 1.5L EcoBoost I4 3.21 5,862 2,000(1) 3.51 6,005 2,000(1) 2.0L EcoBoost I4 3.07 7,457 7,591 3,500(2) (1) Escape does not offer factory-installed towing equipment for this application; only available as dealer accessory. (2) Requires optional Class II Trailer Tow Package (536). Notes: · Certain states require electric trailer brakes for trailers over a specified weight. Be sure to check state regulations for this specified weight. The maximum trailer weights listed above may be limited to this specified weight, as the electrical system does not include the wiring connector needed to activate electric trailer brakes. · Escape calculated with SAE J2807 method. Automatic Transmission Final Drive GCWR (lbs.) Maximum Loaded Trailer Weight (lbs.) Engine Ratio FWD 4WD ECOSPORT(1) 1.0L EcoBoost I3 3.44 4,960 1,400 2.0L Ti-VCT I4 3.51 5,754 2,000 (1) EcoSport does not offer factory-installed towing equipment for this application; only available as aftermarket accessory. Notes: · Certain states require electric trailer brakes for trailers over a specified weight. Be sure to check state regulations for this specified weight. The maximum trailer weights listed above may be limited to this specified weight, as the electrical system does not include the wiring connector needed to activate electric trailer brakes. · EcoSport calculated with SAE J2807 method. REVISED 03.08.19 Edge Flex Mustang Taurus 33 2019 RV & TRAILER TOWING GUIDE CROSSOVERS Automatic Transmission Engine Axle Configuration Maximum Loaded Trailer Weight (lbs.) EDGE FLEX TRANSIT CONNECT VAN/WAGON 1.5L I4 EcoBlue Turbo Diesel FWD 2,000(1) 2.0L I4 FWD 2,000(1) 2.0L EcoBoost® I4 FWD/AWD 1,500(2)/3,500(3) 2.5L I4 FWD 2,000(1) 2.7L EcoBoost V6 AWD 3,500(4) 3.5L V6 FWD/AWD 4,500(5)(6) 3.5L EcoBoost V6 AWD 4,500(5) (1) Requires Class I Trailer Tow Package (53T). (2) Edge does not offer factory-installed towing equipment for this application; only available as dealer accessory. (3) Requires Class II Trailer Tow Package (53G). (4) Edge ST. Includes Class II Trailer Tow Package standard. (5) Requires Class III Trailer Tow Package (53G). (6) Requires weight-distributing hitch on FWD models. Note: All vehicles calculated with SAE J2807 method. Transit Connect CARS Automatic Transmission Axle Engine Configuration 1.5L EcoBoost I4 FWD 2.0L EcoBoost I4 FWD/AWD 2.3L EcoBoost I4 RWD 2.5L I4 FWD 2.7L EcoBoost V6 AWD 3.5L V6 FWD/AWD 5.0L V8 RWD Maximum Loaded Trailer Weight (lbs.) MUSTANG(1)(3) TAURUS(1)(2) FUSION(1)(3) 1,000 2,000 1,000 1,000 1,000(4) 1,000 1,000 Manual Transmission 2.3L EcoBoost I4 RWD 1,000 5.0L V8 RWD 1,000 (1) Mustang, Taurus, and Fusion do not offer factory-installed towing equipment for this application; only available as aftermarket accessory. (2) Taurus SHO is not rated to tow a trailer. (3) Shelby GT350/GT350R Mustang, Fusion Hybrid, and Fusion Energi are not rated to tow a trailer. (4) Sport model only. Note: All vehicles calculated with SAE J2807 method. Fusion 34 2019 RV & TRAILER TOWING GUIDE KNOW BEFORE YOU TOW BEFORE YOU BUY If you are selecting a vehicle that will be used for towing, you should determine the approximate weight of the trailer you intend to tow, including the weight of any additional cargo and fluids that you will be carrying in the trailer. Also, be sure the vehicle has the proper optional equipment (see page 16). Keep in mind that performance can be severely affected in hilly terrain when the minimum acceptable powertrain combination is selected. Consider purchasing a vehicle with a more powerful engine. Brakes Many states require a separate braking system on trailers with a loaded weight of more than 1,500 pounds. For your safety, Ford Motor Company recommends that a separate functional brake system be used on any towed vehicle, including those dollytowed or towbar-towed. There are several basic types of brake systems designed to activate trailer brakes: Electronically Controlled Brakes usually provide automatic and manual control of trailer brakes. They require that the tow vehicle be equipped with a controlling device and additional wiring for electrical power. These brakes typically have a control box installed within reach of the driver and can be applied manually or automatically. Electric-Over-Hydraulic (EOH) Trailer Brakes are operated by an electrically powered pump that pressurizes a hydraulic fluid reservoir built into the trailer's brake system. Many of the available EOH trailer brake models are compatible with the Ford factory installed, dash-integrated Trailer Brake Controller (TBC). Surge Brakes are independent hydraulic brakes activated by a master cylinder at the junction of the hitch and trailer tongue. They are not controlled by the hydraulic fluid in the tow vehicle's brake system and the tow vehicle's hydraulic system should never be connected directly to the trailer's hydraulic system. Be sure your trailer brakes conform to all applicable state regulations. See Safe Towing for All Vehicles on the last page for additional braking information. AFTER YOU BUY Before heading out on a trip, check your vehicle's Owner's Manual for break-in and severe-duty maintenance schedules (do not tow a trailer until your vehicle has been driven at least 1,000 miles). Be sure to have your fully-loaded vehicle (including passengers) and trailer weighed so as not to exceed critical weight limits (see page 39). If any of these limits are exceeded, cargo should be removed from the vehicle and/or trailer until all weights are within the specified limits. Trailer Lamps Make sure the trailer is equipped with lights that conform to all applicable government regulations. The trailer lighting system should not be connected directly to the lighting system of the vehicle. See a local recreational vehicle dealer or rental trailer agency for correct wiring and relays for the trailer and heavy-duty flashers. Safety Chains Always use safety chains when towing. Safety chains are used to retain connection between the towing and towed vehicle in the event of separation of the trailer coupling or ball Cross chains under the trailer tongue to prevent the tongue from contacting the ground if a separation occurs. Allow only enough slack to permit full turning be sure they do not drag on the pavement When using a frame-mounted trailer hitch, attach the safety chains to the frame-mounted hitch using the recommendations supplied by the hitch manufacturer See your vehicle's Owner's Manual for safety chain attachment information For rental trailers, follow rental agency instructions for hookup of safety chains Trailer Wiring Harness Some vehicles equipped with a factory-installed Trailer Tow Package include a trailer wiring harness and a wiring kit This kit includes one or more jumper harnesses (to connect to your trailer wiring connector) and installation instructions Refer to chart on page 16 for standard and optional wiring harness usage. 2019 RV & TRAILER TOWING GUIDE 35 TRAILER TYPES FOLDING CAMPING TRAILER These are very cost effective units providing campers with a comfortable, dry, mobile shelter, plus these added benefits: Lightweight for easy towing Simple conventional weight-carrying hitch is usually sufficient for towing Compact, low-profile traveling package Easily maneuverable generally 8 to 16 feet long CONVENTIONAL TRAVEL TRAILER Generally larger, rigid construction units offering more of the conveniences of home, including such features as kitchen sink, dinette, shower, refrigerator and flush toilet. Additional benefits include: Widely varied levels of roominess, comfort and luxury depending on the towing capacity of your vehicle, and your budget Sizes usually range from 12 to 35 feet long Normally towed with a conventional weight-distributing hitch, depending on weight 5TH-WHEEL TRAILER Provides the same types of accommodations as a conventional travel trailer but with these unique characteristics: The forward raised portion is designed to extend over the box of a pickup truck Attaches to the truck via a 5th-wheel hitch mounted in the pickup bed Offers the advantages of improved weight distribution and towing dynamics, since some trailer weight is directly over the towing vehicle TRAILER CLASSES Class I LIGHT-DUTY Class II MEDIUM-DUTY Class III HEAVY-DUTY Class IV EXTRA-HEAVY-DUTY(2) 2,000-lb. maximum weight (trailer 2,0013,500-lb. gross trailer weight 3,5015,000-lb. gross trailer weight Over 5,000-lb. gross trailer and cargo combined) Large folding camping trailers, Dual-axle or large single-axle weight(2) Small folding camping trailers single-axle, small- to medium- travel trailers Largest travel and 5th-wheel and trailers for small boats, motorcycles and snowmobiles length (up to 18 ft.) trailers Most properly equipped Ford Ford trucks and compact SUVs can trucks and SUVs can tow them(1) trailers made for recreation Most Ford trucks and some SUVs Many Ford vehicles can handle easily be equipped to tow these trailers(1) Conventional weight-distributing Conventional weight-distributing hitch not required unless specified can be equipped to handle trailer weights in this class(1) Conventional weight-carrying hitch hitch not required unless specified for a particular vehicle Most applications require a for a particular vehicle conventional weight-distributing (1)Refer to page 15 for required equipment. or 5th-wheel hitch (2)Some industry sources refer to trailers over 10,000 pounds as Class V Trailers. Ford F-150, Super Duty® Pickups and Chassis Cabs can be equipped to handle these trailers. 2019 RV & TRAILER TOWING GUIDE 36 THERE'S A HITCH FOR THAT WEIGHT-CARRYING (Non-Weight-Distributing) A weight-carrying (non-weight-distributing) hitch is commonly used to tow small- and medium-sized trailers. Choose a proper hitch and ball and make sure its location is compatible with that of the trailer. Use a good weight-carrying hitch that uniformly distributes the trailer tongue loads through the bumper and frame (through the body with Escape; bumper hitch not available with Escape or Explorer). Ford hitch receivers provide weight-carrying capacities as shown in the chart on page 38. (A label affixed to the hitch receiver provides both the weight-carrying and weightdistributing capacities for each receiver.) You are responsible for obtaining the proper hitch ball, ball mounting and other appropriate equipment to tow both the trailer and load that will be towed. WEIGHT-DISTRIBUTING A weight-distributing hitch is used in conjunction with a hitch platform (receiver) to distribute tongue load to all towing vehicle and trailer wheels. Required for certain Class III and all Class IV applications (see the chart on page 38). Weight-distributing hitch platforms are welded or bolted to the vehicle frame. Bolt-on types are recommended because they can be removed A properly installed bolt-on weight-distributing hitch platform should not weaken the vehicle or underbody as heat of welding might Equalizing arms are connected from the hitch to the trailer's A-frame. They can be adjusted for best towing performance. Lengths of chain are pulled up and tightened to bend spring bars upward, which lifts some of the weight from the rear wheels and transfers weight to the other wheels of the vehicle and trailer GOOSENECK A gooseneck hitch attaches in the truck bed using custom or universal rails. This hitch style provides great stability and is suitable for heavier loads, since the weight of the tongue rests directly on the truck bed over the rear axles. Goosenecks are commonly used for horse and other agricultural trailers. Other features include: Tight turning radius "Fold down" and "install under bed" models provide unobstructed bed area for carrying cargo Attachment rails require no welding (sold separately) 5TH-WHEEL A 5th-wheel hitch is mounted in the pickup bed to put more of the trailer weight directly over the towing vehicle. The receiver center line of the hitch should be mounted at least two inches forward from the rear axle of the truck chassis. This mounting location will distribute the king pin weight of the trailer for optimum loadcarrying and sway-control performance. 5th-wheel hitches are commonly used for RV trailers. 37 2019 RV & TRAILER TOWING GUIDE CALCULATE WEIGHT DISTRIBUTION WEIGHT DISTRIBUTION HITCH SETUP Vehicle Mustang Taurus Fusion Edge EcoSport Escape Transit Connect Flex Explorer Expedition Transit Ranger F-150 F-150 Raptor F-250/F-350 Super Duty® Pickup F-450 Super Duty Pickup Weight Distribution Correction Factor Not Required Not Required Not Required Not Required Not Required Not Required Not Required 50% (3.5 Ti-VCT V6 FWD only) (Not required for other configurations) 50% 50% Use Not Recommended Not Required 25% 50% 50% 25% Regular Cab 50% Crew Cab CALCULATION Vehicle = H1 = H2 = Correction Factor = Height Change = (H2) minus (H1) Reduction Amount = = (Height Change) times (Correction Factor) Height Change = = (H2) minus (Reduction Amount) CALCULATION EXAMPLE Vehicle = F-150 H1 = 37 inches H2 = 38 inches Correction Factor = 25% Height Change = 38" - 37" = 1 inch Reduction Amount = = 1" x 25% = .25 inches Height Change = = 38" - .25" = 37.75 inches Target Height = 37.75 inches 1 Load trailer similar to the way it will be loaded for the trip with 10% tongue load and park on level ground 2 Adjust trailer tongue jack to get trailer level or just slightly nose down 3 Load tow vehicle similar to the way it will be used for the trip and park vehicle on level ground 4 Adjust and secure weight distribution ball mount height per manufacturer's instructions so tow ball is the same height as trailer coupler when trailer not connected to tow vehicle 5 Measure top of front fender lip above the center of the wheel to ground 6 Record this value as "H1" H1 7 Connect trailer to tow ball with no weight distribution bars attached (make sure tongue jack is fully retracted) 8 Measure top of front fender lip above the center of the wheel to ground 9 Record this value as "H2" H2 10 Adjust weight distribution bars per manufacturer's instructions to get tow vehicle top front of fender lip to "Target Height" and making sure trailer is level to slightly nose down 11 Complete coupler latching, electrical connections, safety chains and emergency braking system attachments Target Height HITCH RECEIVER OPTIONS AND CAPACITIES Factory-installed Trailer Hitch Receiver Options available on the following vehicles: Transit Connect: Included with Class I Trailer Tow Package Option Code 53T Edge: Included with Class II Trailer Tow Package Option Code 53G Flex: Included with Class III Trailer Tow Package Option Code 53G Escape: Included with Class II Trailer Tow Package Option Code 536 Explorer: Included with Class II Trailer Tow Package (I4) Option Code 52R Included with Class III Trailer Tow Package (V6) Option Code 52T Expedition: Standard Class IV Transit: Included with Trailer Tow Package Option Code 53B Ranger: Included with Trailer Tow Package Option Code 53R F-150 Raptor: Standard F-150 Pickup: Included with Trailer Tow Packages Option Code 53A, 53B and 53C F-250/F-350/F-450 Super Duty® Pickups: A conventional trailer hitch receiver is standard on all Super Duty Pickups. The following configurations have a standard 2.5" receiver: F-250 (less Trailer Tow Package) F-350 Single Rear Wheel (142", 148", 160", 164") F-350 Single Rear Wheel 6.2L 176" The following configurations have a standard 3" receiver with a 2.5" reducer and a high capacity 5/8" pin: F-250 equipped with Trailer Tow Package F-350 Single Rear Wheel 6.7L 176" F-350/F-450 Dual Rear Wheel You are responsible for obtaining the proper hitch ball, ball mounting, weight-distributing equipment (i.e., equalizing arms and snap-up brackets, sway control system) and other appropriate equipment to tow both the trailer and its cargo load. Note: See chart below for the weight-carrying and weight-distributing capacities of these hitch receivers. (These capacities also are shown on a label affixed to each receiver.) 38 5th-Wheel and Gooseneck Hitch Recommendation Shorter pickup boxes (e.g. 5.5'/6.5' F-150, 6.75' F-250/350) provide less clearance between the cab and 5th-wheel/gooseneck trailer compared to "long box" pickups. When selecting a trailer and tow vehicle, it's critical that this combination provide clearance between the cab and tow vehicle for turns up to and including 90 degrees. Failure to follow this recommendation could result in the trailer contacting the cab of the tow vehicle during tight turns that are typical during low-speed parking and turning maneuvers. This contact could result in damage to the trailer and tow vehicle. Ford Motor Company offers a factory-installed 5th-wheel hitch prep package option for Super Duty only. Optional 5th-wheel hitch and gooseneck ball are also available. Go to accessories.ford.com for more information. Note: R aptor 5th-wheel towing is not recommended. 2019 RV & TRAILER TOWING GUIDE REAR STEP BUMPER/HITCH RECEIVER WEIGHT CAPACITY The maximum weight capacities for the weight-distributing hitch receivers shown below may exceed the maximum loaded trailer weight for the vehicle specified. Refer to the Trailer Towing Selector charts on pages 1833 for Maximum Loaded Trailer Weights for each vehicle. Vehicle REAR STEP BUMPER Ranger F-150 HITCH RECEIVER Transit Connect Edge Escape Flex Explorer Transit Cargo Van Transit Passenger Van Expedition Expedition MAX Ranger F-150 F-150 Raptor F-250/F-350 Super Duty SRW F-250/F-350 Super Duty SRW w/6.7L engine F-350 Super Duty DRW w/6.2L engine F-350 Super Duty DRW w/6.7L engine and F-450 Super Duty Weight-Carrying Max. Max. Tongue Weight-Distributing Max. Max. Tongue Trailer Capacity (lbs.)(1) Load (lbs.) Trailer Capacity (lbs.)(1) Load (lbs.) 3,500 350 5,000 500 2,000 3,500 3,500 2,000 2,000 7,500 5,000 6,000 6,300 7,500(2) 5,000 5,000 15,000 18,000 16,700 21,000 200 350 350 200 200 750 500 600 630 750(2) 500 500 1,500 1,800 1,670 2,100 4,500 5,000 9,300 9,000 13,200 8,000 15,000(3) 18,000(4) 16,700 21,000 450 500 930 900 1,320 800 1,500(3) 1,800(4) 1,670 2,100 (1) Ford rear step bumpers and hitch receivers do not include a hitch ball or ball mounting. You are responsible for obtaining the proper hitch ball, ball mounting, weight-distributing equipment (i.e., equalizing arms and snap-up brackets, sway control system) and other appropriate equipment to tow both the trailer and its cargo load. (2) When properly equipped. (3) Not available with 6.7L diesel with 176" wheelbase. (4) Available only with 176" wheelbase. REVISED 01.29.19 2019 RV & TRAILER TOWING GUIDE BASE CURB WEIGHT is the weight of the vehicle including a full tank of fuel and all standard equipment. It does not include passengers, cargo or any optional equipment. Your dealership sales consultant can give you this number for the vehicle(s) you are considering. 39 CARGO WEIGHT includes all weight added to the Base Curb Weight, including cargo and optional equipment (check with your sales consultant). When towing, trailer tongue load or king pin weight is also part of the Cargo Weight. PAYLOAD is the combined maximum allowable weight of cargo and passengers that the vehicle is designed to carry. It is the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating minus the Base Curb Weight. Base Curb Weight + Cargo Weight + Passenger Weight = Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) GVW must not exceed GVWR (obtain from Safety Compliance Certification Label on the left front door lock facing or the door latch post pillar). GVW + Loaded Trailer Weight = Gross Combination Weight (GCW) GCW must not exceed GCWR (obtain from charts on pages 1833 or your vehicle's Owner's Manual). Measuring Tongue Load With Commercial Scale To measure actual tongue load or king pin weight, disconnect the trailer and place only the tongue (king pin) on a scale (at hitch ball or 5th-wheel king pin receiver height). If the tongue load/king pin weight exceeds the upper weight limit, move more of the trailer contents rearward to achieve the recommended tongue load/king pin weight. If the tongue load or king pin weight is less than the lower limit, shift the load forward. WEIGHTY INFORMATION Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) is the Base Curb Weight plus actual Cargo Weight plus passengers. It is important to remember that GVW is not a limit or specification it is the actual weight that is obtained when the fully-loaded vehicle is driven onto a scale. Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) is the maximum allowable weight of the fully-loaded vehicle (including passengers and cargo). This number along with other weight limits, as well as tire, rim size and inflation pressure data is shown on the vehicle's Safety Compliance Certification Label, located on the left front door lock facing or the door latch post pillar (see next page). The GVW must never exceed the GVWR. Gross Axle Weight (GAW) is the total weight placed on each axle (front and rear). To determine the Gross Axle Weights for your vehicle and trailer combination, take your loaded vehicle and trailer to a scale. With the trailer attached, place the front wheels of the vehicle on the scale to get the front GAW. For rear GAW, weigh the towing vehicle with trailer attached, but with just the four wheels of the vehicle on the scale. Subtracting front GAW from that amount gives you rear GAW. Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) is the maximum weight to be carried by a single axle (front or rear). These numbers are also shown on the Safety Compliance Certification Label. The total load on each axle must never exceed its GAWR. KNOW YOUR LIMITS Gross Combination Weight (GCW) is the weight of the loaded vehicle (GVW) plus the weight of the fully loaded trailer. It is the actual weight obtained when the vehicle and trailer are weighed together on a scale. Gross Combination Weight Rating (GCWR) is the maximum allowable weight of the towing vehicle and the loaded trailer including all cargo and passengers that the vehicle can handle without risking damage. (Important: The towing vehicle's brake system is rated for operation at the GVWR NOT GCWR. Separate functional brake systems should be used for safe control of towed vehicles and for trailers weighing more than 1,500 lbs. when loaded.) The measured GCW must never exceed the GCWR. Maximum Loaded Trailer Weight (as shown in the Trailer Towing Selector charts pages 1833) is the highest possible weight of a fully loaded trailer the vehicle can tow, based on a minimum towing vehicle GVW. It assumes a towing vehicle with any mandatory options, no cargo, tongue load of 10% (conventional trailer) or king pin weight of 15% (5th-wheel trailer), and driver and passenger (150 lbs. each). F-Series Super Duty® Chassis Cab models also assume a second-unit body weight based on 80 lbs. per foot cab-to-axle (CA). Weight of additional options, passengers, cargo and hitch must be deducted from this weight. Tongue Load or 5th-Wheel King Pin Weight is another critical measurement that must be made before towing. It refers to the amount of the trailer's weight that presses down on the trailer hitch. Too much tongue load or king pin weight can cause suspension/drivetrain damage and can press the vehicle down in back causing the front wheels to lift to the point where traction, steering response and braking can be severely decreased. Too little tongue load or king pin weight can reduce rear-wheel traction and cause instability, which may result in tail wagging or jackknifing. Tongue load or king pin weights must meet the following requirements:* For trailers up to 2,000 lbs., tongue load not to exceed 200 lbs. For conventional trailers over 2,000 lbs., tongue load 10% of loaded trailer weight. For 5th-wheel trailers, king pin weight 15% of loaded trailer weight. Examples: For a 5,000-lb. conventional trailer, multiply 5,000 by .10 to obtain a proper tongue load of 500 lbs. For an 11,500-lb. 5th-wheel trailer, multiplying 11,500 by .15 yields a king pin weight of 1,725 lbs. Note: Be sure the addition of tongue load or king pin weight does not cause the key towing vehicle weight limits (GVWR and Rear GAWR) to be exceeded. Remember, GVWR and GAWR are found on the vehicle's Safety Compliance Certification Label. If either of these limits is exceeded, you should go with a larger vehicle or a smaller trailer. *Refer to the chart on page 38 for tongue load recommendations with Ford factory-installed trailer hitch receivers. 40 2019 RV & TRAILER TOWING GUIDE HOW TO FIND YOUR TRUCK'S AXLE RATIO If you do not know the axle ratio of your vehicle, check its Truck Safety Compliance Certification Label (located on the left front door lock facing or the door latch post pillar). Below the bar code, you will see the word AXLE and a two-digit code. Use the chart below to find the axle ratio that corresponds to that code. Sample Truck Safety Compliance Certification Label (Refer to actual label on your vehicle) Front GAWR Rear GAWR GVWR Axle Code REAR AXLE RATIO CODES Vehicle Super Duty (F-250/550) F-150 Expedition Transit Ranger E-Series Cutaway Motorhome Commercial Stripped Chassis Rear Axle Ratio 3.31 3.55 3.73 4.10 4.30 4.88 3.15 3.31 3.55 3.73 4.10 3.15 3.31 3.73 3.31 3.73 4.10 3.73 4.10 4.56 4.30 5.38 6.17 4.30 4.88 5.38 Non-Limited Slip 31 35 37 41 Not Available 48 15 27 19 26 Not Available 10 15 Not Available 31 73 41 71 52/56 58/83/85 43 53 61 43 48 53 Limited Slip Not Available 3K 3L 4N/4W(1) 4L 8L Not Available Not Available Not Available Not Available Not Available Not Available Not Available 3L(2) 3L 7L 4L 73 E2/E6 E8/F3/F5 Not Available Not Available Not Available Not Available Not Available Not Available Electronic Locking 3H 3J 3E Not Available 4M Not Available L5 L3 L9 L6 L4 Not Available Not Available Not Available Not Available Not Available Not Available Not Available Not Available Not Available Not Available Not Available Not Available Not Available Not Available Not Available (1) Wide rear axle on F-350 DRW Chassis Cab with Ambulance Package. (2) Electronic Limited Slip axle. SAFE TOWING FOR ALL VEHICLES Towing a trailer is demanding on your vehicle, your trailer and your personal driving skills. Follow some basic rules that will help you tow safely and have a lot more fun. For the latest RV & Trailer Towing information, check out www.fleet.ford. com/towing-guides or go to esourcebook. dealerconnection.com. Photography, illustrations and information presented herein were correct when approved for publishing. Ford Motor Company reserves the right to discontinue or change at any time the specifications or designs without incurring obligation. Some features shown or described are optional at extra cost. Some options are required in combination with other options. Consult your dealer for the latest, most complete information on models, features, prices and availability. Many of the recreational vehicles shown in this brochure are modified or manufactured by companies other than Ford Motor Company. Ford assumes no responsibility for such modifications or manufacturing. Weight Distribution For optimum handling and braking, the load must be properly distributed Keep center of gravity low for best handling Approximately 60% of the allowable cargo weight should be in the front half of the trailer and 40% in the rear (within limits of tongue load or king pin weight) Load should be balanced from side-toside to optimize handling and tire wear Load must be firmly secured to prevent shifting during cornering or braking, which could result in a sudden loss of control Before Starting Before setting out on a trip, practice turning, stopping and backing up your trailer in an area away from heavy traffic Know clearance required for trailer roof Check equipment (make a checklist) Backing Up Back up slowly, with someone spotting near the rear of the trailer to guide you Place one hand at bottom of steering wheel and move it in the direction you want the trailer to go Make small steering inputs slight movement of steering wheel results in much greater movement in rear of trailer Turning When turning, be sure to swing wide enough to allow trailer to avoid curbs and other obstructions. Braking Allow considerably more distance for stopping with trailer attached Remember, the braking system of the tow vehicle is rated for operation at the GVWR, not GCWR If your tow vehicle is an F-150, F-Series Super Duty ®, Transit or Expedition and your trailer has electric brakes, the optional Integrated Trailer Brake Controller (TBC) assists in smooth and effective trailer braking by powering the trailer's electric or electric-over-hydraulic brakes with proportional output based on the towing vehicle's brake pressure If you are experiencing trailer sway and your vehicle is equipped with electric brakes and a brake controller, activate the trailer brakes with the brake controller by hand. Do not apply the tow vehicle brakes as this can result in increased sway Towing On Hills Downshift the transmission to assist braking on steep downgrades and to increase power (reduce lugging) when climbing hills With TorqShift® transmission, select tow/ haul mode to automatically eliminate unwanted gear search when going uphill and help control vehicle speed when going downhill Parking With A Trailer Whenever possible, vehicles with trailers should not be parked on a grade. However, if it is necessary, place wheel chocks under the trailer's wheels, following the instructions below. Apply the foot service brakes and hold Have another person place the wheel chocks under the trailer wheels on the downgrade side Once the chocks are in place, release brake pedal, making sure the chocks will hold the vehicle and trailer Apply the parking brake Shift automatic transmission into park, or manual transmission into reverse With 4-wheel drive, make sure the transfer case is not in neutral (if applicable) Starting Out Parked On A Grade Apply the foot service brake and hold Start the engine with transmission in park (automatic) or neutral (manual) Shift the transmission into gear and release the parking brake Release the brake pedal and move the vehicle uphill to free the chocks Apply the brake pedal while another person retrieves the chocks Acceleration And Passing The added weight of the trailer can dramatically decrease the acceleration of the towing vehicle exercise caution. When passing a slower vehicle, be sure to allow extra distance. Remember, the added length of the trailer must clear the other vehicle before you can pull back in Signal and make your pass on level terrain with plenty of clearance If necessary, downshift for improved acceleration Driving With An Automatic Overdrive Transmission With certain automatic overdrive transmissions, towing especially in hilly areas may cause excessive shifting between overdrive and the next lower gear. To eliminate this condition and achieve steadier performance, overdrive can be locked out (see vehicle Owner's Manual) If excessive shifting does not occur, use overdrive to optimize fuel economy 41 Overdrive may also be locked out to obtain engine braking on downgrades When available, select tow/haul mode to automatically eliminate unwanted gear search and help control vehicle speed when going downhill Driving With Cruise Control Turn off the cruise control with heavy loads or in hilly terrain. The cruise control may turn off automatically when you are towing on long, steep grades. Use caution while driving on wet roads and avoid using cruise control in rainy or winter weather conditions. Tire Pressure Underinflated tires get hot and may fail, leading to possible loss of vehicle control Overinflated tires may wear unevenly and compromise traction and stopping capability Tires should be checked often for conformance to recommended cold inflation pressures Spare Tire Use A conventional, identical full-size spare tire is required for trailer towing (mini, compact and dissimilar full-size spare tires should not be used; always replace the spare tire with a new road tire as soon as possible). On The Road After about 50 miles, stop in a protected location and double-check: Trailer hitch attachment Lights and electrical connections Trailer wheel lug nuts for tightness Engine oil check regularly throughout trip High Altitude Operation Gasoline engines lose power by 3-4% per 1,000 ft. elevation. To maintain performance, reduce GVWs and GCWs by 2% per 1,000 ft. elevation starting at the 1,000 ft. elevation point. Powertrain/Frontal Area Considerations The charts in this Guide show the minimum engine size needed to move the GCW of tow vehicle and trailer. Under certain conditions, however, (e.g., when the trailer has a large frontal area that adds substantial air drag or when trailering in hilly or mountainous terrain) it is wise to choose a larger engine Selecting a trailer with a low-drag, rounded front design will help optimize performance and fuel economy Note: F or additional trailering information pertaining to your vehicle, refer to the vehicle Owner's Manual. 2019 RV & TRAILER TOWING GUIDEAdobe InDesign CC 2015 (Macintosh) Adobe PDF Library 15.0