2020 Ford F150 Towing Capacity

If you have a 2020 Ford F150 and need to know the towing capacity of your truck you have come to the right place.

Here you will find all of the GCWRs and max trailer towing weights suggested by Ford. The information here is taken in combination with the 2020 Owner’s Manual and the 2020 Ford Trailer Towing Guide Brochure as well as the 2020 F150 Brochure.

The 2020 F150 has a max trailer towing capacity of 5,000 – 13,200 lbs for all automatic transmission trucks. In order for the F150 to accommodate these weights, the F150 will require either the Trailer Towing Package or the Max Trailer Towing Package. Without these packages, a trailer should never exceed 5,000 lbs.

Ford says that the tongue weight for any towing should be no more than 10% of the trailer weight. So without a weight distributing hitch, the tongue weight cannot exceed 500 lbs.

Though I tried to make this information as accurate as possible, you should always check your manual or contact your local dealer to determine the appropriate towing capacity of your vehicle and necessary equipment.

2020 ford f150 towing capacity featured image

Trims

There are 7 trims in the 2020 F150 series. The main difference between these trim levels is the options available and the cosmetic additions that can be added (Source). Each of these trim levels has various package options, bed lengths, cab sizes, and engine types, but this post will not go through all the options.

  • XL
  • XLT
  • Lariat
  • Limited
  • King Ranch
  • Platinum
  • Raptor

Cab and Bed Sizes

The cab types in the 2020 F150 are regular/standard, SuperCab and SuperCrew.

The regular is a single-row seating cab, while the SuperCab and SuperCrew can support two different rows of passengers.

The SuperCab is slightly smaller than the SuperCrew in both length, rear-seat space, and rear door sizes.

Bed Sizes

There are three main bed sizes for the 2020 F150. These include the short, standard, and long bed.

The short bed is 5.5 ft, the standard bed is 6.5 ft, and the long bed I 8 ft.

Not all bed sizes are available with every cab size or every trim. Since the regular cab is the smallest, it can accommodate both the 6.5 ft and 8 ft bed sizes.

For all trims, the Super Cab only allows the option for 6.5 ft and 8 ft bed sizes.

And the SuperCrew, being the largest is offered in the 5.5 and 6.5 ft bed sizes.

Packages

Ford states that a max trailer capacity of 5,000 lbs should never be exceeded unless you have one of the two packages listed below.

All come with 4 pin wiring harness, a tow/haul mode, and trailer sway control.

Class IV Trailer Hitch

This package provides the 3.3 and 2.7 L engines with the capability to tow up to 6,000 lbs and 7,000 lbs with the 3.5 L, 5.0 L, and 3.0 L engines. This package also includes:

  • 4/7 pin wiring harness
  • Class IV Towing Trailer Hitch Receiver
  • Smart Trailer Tow Connector

This package comes standard on the Lariat, King Ranch, Platinum and Limited, but is available as an add-on with the XL and XLT.

Heavy-Duty Payload Package

The Heavy Duty Payload Package both increased the payload capabilities and towing capacities (in some cases). It includes:

  • 18 in aluminum wheels
  • Upgraded Springs
  • 3.73 Axle Ratio
  • All Terrain Tires

This package is only available in the 3.3 L, 5.0 L or 3.5 L EcoBoost engine in the XL and XLT.

2.7 L EcoBoost Payload Package

The 2.7 L EcoBoost Payload Package is, just as the name suggests available with the 2.7 L EcoBoost engine. This is only available with the XL and XLT trims.

Trailer Tow Package

This package is the package required to tow up to 11,500 lbs. It comes standard on the Raptor, and is available on the XL. This package includes:

  • 4/7 pin wiring harness
  • Class IV Trailer Hitch Receiver
  • Smart Trailer Tow Connector

There is also a version of the Trailer Tow Package that includes Pro Trailer Backup Assist. This is available on all trims except the Raptor.

Max Trailer Tow Package

The Max Trailer Tow Package in the 2020 Ford F150 has all the same features as the Trailer Tow Package but also includes:

  • Trailer Brake controller
  • Upgraded rear bumper

This package is required for towing capacities up to 13,200 lbs and is only available on the XL.

Towing Capacity by Engine

To determine the towing capacity of your vehicle, you need to know the:

  1. engine type
  2. bed size
  3. cab size
  4. drivetrain
  5. axle ratio

If you know all of these items, then move on to the next section by engine to determine your towing capacity.

If not:

  1. Start with the VIN decoder from Autozone to determine the engine in the vehicle
  2. measure the bed size with a tape measure to determine whether you have a 5.5, 6.5 or 8 ft bed
  3. The cab size should be evident by whether or not you have two rows and if the back doors are full-sized
  4. Drivetrain should be determined with the VIN as well
  5. The axle ratio will be listed on the side of the driver’s door on the certification sticker

The image below will should you where you can find the axle ratio on this sticker in your car.

You can also see your GVWR for your vehicle here to determine your payload capacity.

Related: What is GVWR?

2017 f150 certification label sticker

The Axle Ratio is designated by a 2-digit code. The codes are listed here to indicate the proper axle ratio.

2020 ford f150 axle ratio codes
2020 Ford F150 Axle Ratio Codes

The 2020 F150 comes standard with a 6-speed automatic transmission in all engines.

2.7 L EcoBoost V6

The 2.7 L EcoBoost engine is a new engine introduced in the 2020 F150 series. It is a smaller EcoBoost engine in the family with a 3.5 L. It has 325 hp @ 5,000 rpm and 400 lb.-ft of torque @2,750 rpm.

The 2.7 L EcoBoost V6 engine in the 2020 Ford F150 has an automatic transmission and has a maximum towing capacity of 7,500 – 9,000 lbs.

Drive

Cab Size

Bed Size

Package

Axle Ratio

Towing Capacity

GCWR

4x2

Regular

6.5 ft

-

3.55

7,700 lbs

12,300 lb

4x2

Regular

6.5 ft

-

3.73

8,500 lbs

13,200 lb

4x4

Regular

6.5 ft

-

3.55

7,600 lbs

12,500 lb

4x4

Regular

6.5 ft

-

3.73

7,600 lbs

13,300 lb

4x2

Regular

8 ft

-

3.55

7,600 lbs

12,300 lb

4x2

Regular

8 ft

-

3.73

8,500 lbs

13,200 lb

4x2

Regular

8 ft

2.7 L EcoBoost Payload Package

3.73

8,500 lbs

13,400 lb

4x4

Regular

8 ft

-

3.55

7,600 lbs

12,600 lb

4x4

Regular

8 ft

-

3.73

8,300 lbs

13,300 lb

4x4

Regular

8 ft

2.7 L EcoBoost Payload Package

3.73

9,000 lbs

14,100 lb

4x2

SuperCab

6.5 ft

-

3.55

7,700 lbs

12,700 lb

4x2

SuperCab

6.5 ft

-

3.73

8,300 lbs

13,300 lb

4x4

SuperCab

6.5 ft

-

3.55

7,600 lbs

12,900 lb

4x4

SuperCab

6.5 ft

-

3.73

8,000 lbs

13,300 lb

4x4

SuperCab

6.5 ft

2.7 L EcoBoost Payload Package

3.73

9,000 lbs

14,300 lb

4x2

SuperCab

8 ft

-

3.55

7,500 lbs

12,600 lb

4x2

SuperCab

8 ft

-

3.73

8,200 lbs

13,300 lb

4x2

SuperCab

8 ft

2.7 L EcoBoost Payload Package

3.73

9,000 lbs

14,200 lb

4x2

SuperCrew

5.5 ft

-

3.55

7,700 lbs

12,800 lb

4x2

SuperCrew

5.5 ft

-

3.73

8,200 lbs

13,300 lb

4x4

SuperCrew

5.5 ft

-

3.55

7,600 lbs

12,900 lb

4x4

SuperCrew

5.5 ft

-

3.73

8,000 lbs

13,300 lb

4x4

SuperCrew

5.5 ft

2.7 L EcoBoost Payload Package

3.73

8,900 lbs

14,300 lb

4x2

SuperCrew

6.5 ft

-

3.55

7,700 lbs

12,800 lb

4x2

SuperCrew

6.5 ft

-

3.73

8,200 lbs

13,300 lb

4x2

SuperCrew

6.5 ft

2.7 L EcoBoost Payload Package

3.55

9,000 lbs

14,100 lb

3.0 L Turbo Diesel V6

The 3.0L Turbo-Diesel V6 engine is new to the F150 family this year. It has a hp of 250 @3,250 rpm and a torque of 440 lb.-ft @1,750 rpm.

The automatic transmissions in the 3.0 L Turbo-Diesel V6 engine in the 2020 F150 series have a maximum towing capacity of 10,100 – 11,500 lbs.

Drive

Cab Size

Bed Size

Axle Ratio

Towing Capacity

GCWR

4x2

SuperCab

6.5 ft

3.31

10,100 lbs

15,700 lbs

4x2

SuperCab

6.5 ft

3.55

11,500 lbs

17,100 lbs

4x4

SuperCab

6.5 ft

3.31, 3.55

10,200 lbs

16,000 lbs

4x4

SuperCab

6.5 ft

3.55

11,300 lbs

17,200 lbs

4x4

Super Cab

6.5 ftt

3.55

11,300 lbs

17,200 lbs

4x2

SuperCrew

5.5 ft

3.31

10,100 lbs

15,700 lbs

4x2

SuperCrew

5.5 ft

3.55

11,500 lbs

17,100 lbs

4x4

SuperCrew

5.5 ft

3.31, 3.55

10,200 lbs

16,000 lbs

4x4

SuperCrew

5.5 ft

3.55

11,300 lbs

17,100 lbs

4x2

SuperCrew

6.5 ft

3.31

10,100 lbs

15,900 lbs

4x2

SuperCrew

6.5 ft

3.55

11,400 lbs

17,200 lbs

4x4

SuperCrew

6.5 ft

3.31, 3.55

10,300 lbs

16,100 lbs

4x4

SuperCrew

6.5 ft

3.55

11,300 lbs

17,100 lbs

3.3 L Ti-VCT V6

The 3.3 L Ti-VCT V6 engine has the lowest power of the 2020 F-series engines. It has a hp of 290 @ 6,500 rpm and a torque of 265 lb.-ft @ 4,000 rpm.

The automatic transmissions in the 3.3 L Ti-VCT V6 engine in the 2020 F150 series have a maximum towing capacity of 5,000 – 7,700 lbs.

Drive

Cab Size

Bed Size

Axle Ratio

Towing Capacity

GCWR

4x2

Regular cab

6.5 ft

3.55

5,100 lbs

9,600 lb

4x2

Regular cab

6.5 ft

3.73

7,700 lbs

12,200 lb

4x4

Regular cab

6.5 ft

3.55

5,000 lbs

9,800 lb

4x4

Regular cab

6.5 ft

3.73

7,500 lbs

12,300 lb

4x2

Regular cab

8 ft

3.55

5,100 lbs

9,700 lb

4x2

Regular cab

8 ft

3.73

7,700 lbs

12,300 lb

4x4

Regular cab

8 ft

3.73

7,400 lbs

12,300 lb

4x2

SuperCab

6.5 ft

3.55

5,000 lb

9,800 lb

4x2

SuperCab

6.5 ft

3.73

7,400 lbs

12,300 lb

4x4

SuperCab

6.5 ft

3.73

7,400 lbs

12,500 lb

4x2

SuperCrew

5.5 ft

3.55

5,000 lbs

10,000 lb

4x2

SuperCrew

5.5 ft

3.73

7,400 lbs

12,400 lb

4x4

SuperCrew

5.5 ft

3.73

7,400 lbs

12,600 lb

3.5 L EcoBoost V6

The other EcoBoost engine in the F150 series is the 3.5 L. It has a hp of 375 @5,000 rpm and a torque of 470 lb.-ft @3,500 rpm. This engine supplies the most towing power of the entire family and so it is best for towing heavy loads.

Continued in 2020 is the High Output 3.5 L EcoBoost. This engine is supplied in the Raptor trim of the F150 and only has a max towing capacity of 8,000 lbs. It is the most powerful engine in the series with 450 hp @ 5,000 and 510 lb.-ft of torque @3,500.

The automatic transmissions in the 3.5 L EcoBoost V6 engine in the 2020 F150 series have a maximum towing capacity of 9,300 – 13,200 lbs.

Trim

Drive

Cab Size

Bed Size

Package

Axle Ratio

Towing Capacity

GCWR

-

4x2

SuperCrew

5.5 ft

-

3.15, 3.55

10,500 lbs

15,900 lbs

-

4x2

SuperCrew

5.5 ft

Max Duty Trailer Tow Package

3.55

12,500 lbs

17,000 lbs

Limited

4x2

SuperCrew

5.5 ft

-

3.55

11,100 lbs

16,700 lbs

-

4x4

SuperCrew

5.5 ft

-

3.31, 3.55

10,500 lbs

16,200 lbs

-

4x4

SuperCrew

5.5 ft

Max Duty Trailer Tow Package

3.55

12,500 lbs

18,200 lbs

Limited

4x4

SuperCrew

5.5 ft

-

3.55

9,300 lbs

16,200 lbs

-

4x2

SuperCrew

6.5 ft

-

3.15, 3.55

10,500 lbs

15,900 lbs

-

4x2

SuperCrew

6.5 ft

Max Trailer Tow Package

3.55

13,200 lbs

18,200 lbs

-

4x2

SuperCrew

6.5 ft

Max Duty Trailer Tow Package & Heavy Duty Payload Package

3.73

11,500 lbs

17,100 lbs

-

4x4

SuperCrew

6.5 ft

-

3.31

10,500 lbs

16,100 lbs

-

4x4

SuperCrew

6.5 ft

-

3.55

10,500 lbs

16,200 lbs

-

4x4

SuperCrew

6.5 ft

Max Trailer Tow Package

3.55

12,700 lbs

17,100 lbs

-

4x4

SuperCrew

6.5 ft

Max Duty Trailer Tow Package & Heavy-Duty Payload Package

3.73

11,300 lbs

17,100 lbs

-

4x2

Regular cab

8 ft

-

3.15, 3.55

10,500 lbs

15,500 lbs

-

4x2

Regular cab

8 ft

Max Trailer Tow Package

3.55

12,000 lbs

17,000 lbs

-

4x2

Regular cab

8 ft

Max Duty Trailer Tow Package & Heavy-Duty Payload Package

3.73

11,900 lbs

17,100 lbs

-

4x4

Regular cab

8 ft

Max Duty Trailer Tow Package

3.55

12,000 lbs

17,100 lbs

-

4x4

Regular cab

8 ft

-

3.31, 3.55

10,600 lbs

15,900 lbs

-

4x4

Regular cab

8 ft

Max Trauker Tow Package

3.55

11,800 lbs

17,100 lbs

-

4x4

Regular cab

8 ft

Max Duty Trailer Tow Package & Heavy-Duty Payload Package

3.73

11,700 lbs

17,100 lbs

-

4x2

SuperCab

6.5 ft

-

3.15, 3.31

10,500 lbs

15 800 lbs

-

4x2

SuperCab

6.5 ft

Max Trailer Tow Package

3.55

11,800 lbs

17,100 lbs

-

4x4

SuperCab

6.5 ft

-

3.31, 3.55

10,500 lbs

16,100 lbs

-

4x4

SuperCab

8 ft

Max Trailer Tow Package

3.55

11,500 lbs

17,100 lbs

-

4x2

SuperCab

8 ft

-

3.15, 3.55

10,400 lbs

15,900 lbs

-

4x2

SuperCab

8 ft

Max Trailer Tow Package

3.73

11,600 lbs

17,100 lbs

-

4x2

SuperCab

8 ft

Max Trailer Tow Package & Heavy-Duty Payload Package

3.73

11,600 lbs

17,100 lbs

-

4x4

SuperCab

8 ft

-

3.31, 3.55

10,500 lbs

16,200 lbs

-

4x4

SuperCab

8 ft

Max Trailer Tow Package

3.55

11,400 lbs

17,100 lbs

-

4x4

SuperCab

8 ft

Max Trailer Tow Package & Heavy-Duty Payload Package

3.73

11,300 lbs

17,100 lbs

5.0 L V8 Ti-VCT

The 5.0 L V8 engine has 395 hp @ 5,750 rpm and 400 lb.-ft of torque @4,500 rpm.

The 5.0 L Ti-VCT V8 engine is only available with an automatic transmission and has a maximum towing capacity of 8,400 lbs – 11,500 lbs.

Drive

Cab Size

Bed Size

Axle Ratio

Package

Towing Capacity

GCWR

4x2

Regular

6.5 ft

3.15,3.31

-

8,400 lbs

13,100 lbs

4x2

Regular

6.5 ft

3.55

-

9,200 lbs

13,300 lbs

4x4

Regular

6.5 ft

3.31

-

8,300 lbs

13,300 lbs

4x4

Regular

6.5 ft

3.55

-

8,300 lbs

13,300 lbs

4x4

Regular

6.5 ft

3.73

-

9,700 lbs

14,700 lbs

4x2

Regular

8 ft

3.15

-

9,200 lbs

13,100 lbs

4x2

Regular

8 ft

3.31

-

9,200 lbs

14,000 lbs

4x2

Regular

8 ft

3.55

10,200 lbs

15,000 lbs

4x2

Regular

8 ft

3.31,3.55

-

9,100 lbs

14,200 lbs

4x4

Regular

8 ft

3.73

Heavy Duty Payload Package

11,100 lbs

16,200 lbs

4x4

Regular

8 ft

3.73

-

11,200 lbs

16,300 lbs

4x2

SuperCab

6.5 ft

3.15,3.31

-

9,200 lbs

14,200 lbs

4x2

SuperCab

6.5 ft

3.55

-

10,200 lbs

15,200 lbs

4x4

SuperCab

6.5 ft

3.31,3.55

-

9,100 lbs

14,400 lbs

4x4

SuperCab

6.5 ft

3.73

-

11,300lbs

16,600 lbs

4x2

SuperCab

8 ft

3.15,3.31

-

9,100 lbs

14,300 lbs

4x2

SuperCab

8 ft

3.55

-

10,100 lbs

15,300 lbs

4x2

SuperCab

8 ft

3.73

Heavy Duty Paylaod Package

11,000lbs

16,200 lbs

4x4

SuperCab

8 ft

3.31

-

9,000 lbs

14,400 lbs

4x4

SuperCab

8 ft

3.55

-

9,100 lbs

14,600 lbs

4x4

SuperCab

8 ft

3.73

Heavy Duty Paylaod Package

10,700 lbs

16,200 lbs

4x4

SuperCab

8 ft

3.73

-

11,200 lbs

16,600 lbs

4x2

SuperCrew

5.5 ft

3.15,3.31

-

9,100 lbs

14,200 lbs

4x2

SuperCrew

5.5 ft

3.55

-

10,100lbs

15,200 lbs

4x4

SuperCrew

5.5 ft

3.31

-

9,000 lbs

14,400 lbs

4x4

SuperCrew

5.5 ft

3.55

-

9,100 lbs

14,500 lbs

4x4

SuperCrew

5.5 ft

3.73

-

10,900 lbs

16,200 lbs

4x2

SuperCrew

6.5 ft

3.15,3.31

-

9,100lbs

14,200 lbs

4x2

SuperCrew

6.5 ft

3.55

-

10,100 lbs

15,200 lbs

4x2

SuperCrew

6.5 ft

3.73

Heavy Duty Paylaod Package

10,900 lbs

16,300 lbs

4x4

SuperCrew

6.5 ft

3.31

-

9,000 lbs

14,400 lbs

4x4

SuperCrew

6.5 ft

3.55

-

9,100 lbs

14,500 lbs

4x4

SuperCrew

6.5 ft

3.73

Heavy Duty Paylaod Package

10,700 lbs

16,300 lbs

4x4

SuperCrew

6.5 ft

3.73

-

11,500 lbs

16,900 lbs

2020 F150 Towing Capacity Chart

The following chart is from the trailer tow guide from the Ford brochure. If there are any differences between this document and what’s listed before, what is there is simply the information that came from the owner’s manual (which is the most reliable source).

2020 ford f150 towing capacity chart pt1-min
2020 Ford F150 Towing Capacity Chart (1)
2020 ford f150 towing capacity chart pt2-min
2020 Ford F150 Towing Capacity Chart (2)

2020 F150 5th Wheel Towing Capacity

Ford does not offer any kind of 5th-wheel towing hitch, so in order to use your F150 for 5th-wheel towing, you will need to get your own hitch installed.

Upon installation and setup, before you tow, you also should have a tongue weight (also known as king pin load weight for 5th wheel) of 15% compared to the 10% in conventional towing.

2020 ford f150 5th wheel gooseneck towing capacity chart pt1-min
2020 Ford F150 5th-wheel/Gooseneck Towing Capacity Chart (1)
2020 ford f150 towing capacity chart pt2-min
2020 Ford F150 5th-wheel/Gooseneck Towing Capacity Chart (2)

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Payload Capacity

There is no clear way that Ford lists the payload capacities of the 2020 F150. The best way to check the payload capacity is to find the GVWR listed on the certification sticker listed on the inside of the driver’s side door (see the image near the top of the article).

There is information, however on the maximum cargo weight (or maximum payload capacity) on F150 trucks with the Heavy-Duty Payload Package (see table below).

This is only available with the 3.5 L EcoBoost and 5.0 L V8 engine.

GVWRPayload Capacity
3.5 L EcoBoost
Payload Capacity
5.0 L
Regular Cab – 18 in tires
4×2
4×4

7,850 lbs
7,850 lbs

2,812 lbs
2,622 lbs

2,852 lbs
2,735 lbs
SuperCab – 18 in tires
4×2
4×4

7,850 lbs
7,850 lbs

2,079 lbs
1,864 lbs

2,198 lbs
1,900 lbs
SuperCrew – 18 in tires
4×2
4×4

7,850 lbs
7,850 lbs

2,001 lbs
1,822 lbs

2,060 lbs
1,844 lbs
2020 Ford F150 Payload Capacity with Heavy-Duty Payload Package

Rear Step Bumper Towing vs Hitch Receiver Towing

However, even if you have a hitch receiver, this does not mean that you can tow the capacities listed above. You first need a proper hitch receiver (Class III, Class IV), and a weight-distributing trailer hitch if towing above 5,000 lbs.

You can, however, tow with the 2020 F150 through a step bumper ball hitch. This can hold up to 5,000 lbs (with a weight-carrying trailer).

In either case with a weight-carrying trailer or weight-distributing trailer, the tongue weight should not exceed 10% of the total trailer weight (according to the Trailer Tow Guide).

Weight Carrying Trailer Capacity
(Max Tongue Load)
Weight-Distributing Trailer Capacity
(Max Tongue Load)
Rear bumper5,000 lbs
(500 lbs)
Hitch Receiver5,000 lbs
(500 lbs)
13,200 lbs
(1,320 lbs)
Max Tongue Load and Trailer Capacity for Rear Step Bumper and Hitch Receivers on 2020 F150

Additional Resources

Conclusion

Though this guide provides good guidance on how much you can tow with your 2020 F150, you should always calculate your own towing capacity.

Not sure how? Read: How is Towing Capacity Calculated? Here you will find a helpful calculator as well.

You’ll still need the GCWR, which should be appropriately listed here, but you should double-check the manual before you make a final decision.

Ford makes an assumption that there is a 150 lb passenger to make the maximum trailer weights listed in their manual.

JOEY TECCHI

I, Joey, am the owner and primary writer for Tailored Trucks. When I'm not writing, I enjoy taking my RAM pickup to the White Mountains for skiing, camping, or ATVing. Thanks for reading!

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