If you have a 2022 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 2022 Owner’s Manual and the 2022 Ford Trailer Towing Guide Brochure.
The 2022 F150 has a max trailer towing capacity of 5,000 – 14,000 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.
Trims
There are 8 trims in the 2022 F150 series. The main difference between these trim levels is the options available and the cosmetic additions that can be added. 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
- Tremor
Cab and Bed Sizes
The cab types in the 2022 F150 are Regular, 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 2022 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 SuperCab 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
There are some towing features which are standard on every 2022 F-150. These are:
- Trailer Wiring Harness 4 pin
- Tow/Haul Mode
- Trailer Sway Control
However, 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.
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.
Tow Technology Package (17T)
The Tow Technology package does not increase performance for towing, but adds features that make it easier to drive and setup your truck with a trailer. These include:
- Smart Trailer Tow Connector
- Trailer Brake Controller
- Trailer Reverse Guidance
- 360 Degree Camera
- Tailgate ELD
- Pro Trailer Backup Assist
- Onboard Scales
Heavy-Duty Payload Package (627)
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
- 36 gallon fuel tank
- GVWR of 7,850 lbs
This package is only available in the 5.0 L or 3.5 L EcoBoost engine in the XL and XLT.
2.7 L EcoBoost Payload Package (622)
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 (53B/53A)
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 (53C)
The Max Trailer Tow Package in the 2022 Ford F150 has all the same features as the Trailer Tow Package but also includes:
- 4/7 pin connector
- Hitch Receiver
- Smart Traler Tow Commector
- Upgraded Rear Axle
- Upgraded Rear Bumper
- Trailer Brake Controller
- Pro Trailer Backup Assist
- 36 gallon fuel tank
Towing Capacity by Engine
To determine the towing capacity of your vehicle, you need to know the:
- engine type
- bed size
- cab size
- drivetrain
- 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:
- Start with the VIN decoder from Autozone to determine the engine in the vehicle
- measure the bed size with a tape measure to determine whether you have a 5.5, 6.5 or 8 ft bed
- The cab size should be evident by whether or not you have two rows and if the back doors are full-sized
- Drivetrain should be determined with the VIN as well
- 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?
The Axle Ratio is designated by a 2-digit code. The codes are listed here to indicate the proper axle ratio.
The 2022 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 2022 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 2022 Ford F150 has an automatic transmission and has a maximum towing capacity of 7,600 – 10,100 lbs.
Drive | Cab Size | Bed Size | Package | Axle Ratio | Towing Capacity | GCWR |
4x2 | Regular | 6.5 ft | - | 3.55 | 7,600 lbs | 12,200 lb |
4x2 | Regular | 6.5 ft | - | 3.73 | 8,600 lbs | 13,200 lb |
4x4 | Regular | 6.5 ft | - | 3.55 | 7,700 lbs | 12,600 lb |
4x4 | Regular | 6.5 ft | - | 3.73 | 8,500 lbs | 13,400 lb |
4x2 | Regular | 8 ft | - | 3.55 | 7,600 lbs | 12,300 lb |
4x2 | Regular | 8 ft | - | 3.73 | 8,600 lbs | 13,300 lb |
4x2 | Regular | 8 ft | 2.7 L EcoBoost Payload Package | 3.73 | 10,000 lbs | 14,900 lb |
4x4 | Regular | 8 ft | - | 3.55 | 7,700 lbs | 12,700 lb |
4x4 | Regular | 8 ft | - | 3.73 | 8,400 lbs | 13,400 lb |
4x4 | Regular | 8 ft | 2.7 L EcoBoost Payload Package | 3.73 | 10,000 lbs | 15,100 lb |
4x2 | SuperCab | 6.5 ft | 3.55 | 7,700 lbs | 12,700 lbs | |
4x2 | SuperCab | 6.5 ft | - | 3.73 | 8,400 lbs | 13,400 lb |
4x2 | SuperCab | 6.5 ft | 2.7 L EcoBoost Payload Package | 3.73 | 10,000 lbs | 15,000 lb |
4x4 | SuperCab | 6.5 ft | - | 3.55 | 7,600 lbs | 12,800 lb |
4x4 | SuperCab | 6.5 ft | - | 3.73 | 8,100 lbs | 13,300 lb |
4x4 | SuperCab | 6.5 ft | 2.7 L EcoBoost Payload Package | 3.73 | 10,100 lbs | 15,400 lb |
4x2 | SuperCab | 8 ft | - | 3.55 | 7,600 lbs | 12,700 lb |
4x2 | SuperCab | 8 ft | - | 3.73 | 8,300 lbs | 13,400 lb |
4x2 | SuperCab | 8 ft | 2.7 L EcoBoost Payload Package | 3.73 | 10,000 lbs | 15,000 lb |
4x2 | SuperCrew | 5.5 ft | - | 3.55 | 7,700 lbs | 12,800 lb |
4x2 | SuperCrew | 5.5 ft | - | 3.73 | 8,300 lbs | 13,400 lb |
4x2 | SuperCrew | 5.5 ft | 2.7 L EcoBoost Payload Package | 3.73 | 10,000 lbs | 15,200 lbs |
4x4 | SuperCrew | 5.5 ft | - | 3.55 | 7,700 lbs | 13,000 lb |
4x4 | SuperCrew | 5.5 ft | - | 3.73 | 8,100 lbs | 13,400 lb |
4x4 | SuperCrew | 5.5 ft | 2.7 L EcoBoost Payload Package | 3.73 | 10,100 lbs | 15,500 lb |
4x2 | SuperCrew | 6.5 ft | - | 3.55 | 7,800 lbs | 12,900 lb |
4x2 | SuperCrew | 6.5 ft | - | 3.73 | 8,300 lbs | 13,400 lb |
4x2 | SuperCrew | 6.5 ft | 2.7 L EcoBoost Payload Package | 3.73 | 10,000 lbs | 15,200 lb |
3.3 L Ti-VCT V6
The 3.3 L Ti-VCT V6 engine has the lowest power of the 2022 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 2022 F150 series have a maximum towing capacity of 5,000 – 8,200 lbs.
Drive | Cab Size | Bed Size | Axle Ratio | Towing Capacity | GCWR |
4x2 | Regular cab | 6.5 ft | 3.55 | 5,000 lbs | 9,500 lb |
4x2 | Regular cab | 6.5 ft | 3.73 | 8,200 lbs | 12,700 lb |
4x2 | Regular cab | 8 ft | 3.55 | 5,000 lbs | 9,600 lb |
4x2 | Regular cab | 8 ft | 3.73 | 8,200 lbs | 12,800 lb |
4x4 | Regular cab | 6.5 ft | 3.55 | 5,000 lbs | 9,800 lb |
4x4 | Regular cab | 6.5 ft | 3.73 | 8,100 lbs | 12,900 lb |
4x4 | Regular cab | 8 ft | 3.73 | 8,100 lbs | 12,900 lb |
4x2 | SuperCab | 6.5 ft | 3.55 | 5,100 lb | 9,900 lb |
4x2 | SuperCab | 6.5 ft | 3.73 | 8,200 lbs | 13,000 lb |
4x4 | SuperCab | 6.5 ft | 3.73 | 8,100 lbs | 13,200 lb |
4x2 | SuperCrew | 5.5 ft | 3.55 | 5,100 lbs | 10,000 lb |
4x2 | SuperCrew | 5.5 ft | 3.73 | 8,100 lbs | 13,000 lb |
4x4 | SuperCrew | 5.5 ft | 3.73 | 8,200 lbs | 13,400 lb |
3.5 L EcoBoost V6
The other EcoBoost engine in the F150 series is the 3.5 L. It has a hp of 400 @ 6,000 rpm and a torque of 500 lb.-ft @ 3,100 rpm. This engine supplies the most towing power of the entire family and so it is best for towing heavy loads.
Continued in 2022 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 2022 F150 series have a maximum towing capacity of 11,100 – 14,000 lbs.
Trim | Drive | Cab Size | Bed Size | Package | Axle Ratio | Towing Capacity | GCWR |
- | 4x2 | SuperCrew | 5.5 ft | - | 3.15, 3.55 | 11,200 lbs | 16,500 lbs |
- | 4x2 | SuperCrew | 5.5 ft | Max Trailer Tow Package | 3.55 | 13,900 lbs | 19,400 lbs |
- | 4x4 | SuperCrew | 5.5 ft | - | 3.31 | 11,200 lbs | 16,800 lbs |
4x4 | SuperCew | 5.5 ft | 3.55 | 11,300 lbs | 16,900 lbs | ||
- | 4x4 | SuperCrew | 5.5 ft | Max Trailer Tow Package | 3.55 | 13,800 lbs | 19,400 lbs |
Tremor | 4x4 | SuperCrew | 5.5 ft | - | 3.73 | 11,000 lbs | 17,100 lbs |
- | 4x2 | SuperCrew | 6.5 ft | - | 3.31 | 11,300 lbs | 16,700 lbs |
4x2 | SuperCrew | 6.5 ft | 3.55 | 11,300 lbs | 16,800 lbs | ||
- | 4x2 | SuperCrew | 6.5 ft | Max Trailer Tow Package | 3.55 | 14,000 lbs | 19,400 lbs |
- | 4x2 | SuperCrew | 6.5 ft | Max Duty Trailer Tow Package & Heavy Duty Payload Package | 3.73 | 14,000 lbs | 19,500 lbs |
- | 4x4 | SuperCrew | 6.5 ft | - | 3.31 | 11,200 lbs | 16,800 lbs |
- | 4x4 | SuperCrew | 6.5 ft | - | 3.55 | 11,200 lbs | 16,800 lbs |
- | 4x4 | SuperCrew | 6.5 ft | Max Trailer Tow Package | 3.55 | 13,800 lbs | 19,400 lbs |
- | 4x4 | SuperCrew | 6.5 ft | Max Duty Trailer Tow Package & Heavy-Duty Payload Package | 3.73 | 11,000 lbs | 17,100 lbs |
- | 4x2 | Regular cab | 8 ft | - | 3.31, 3.55 | 11,200 lbs | 16,200 lbs |
- | 4x2 | Regular cab | 8 ft | Max Trailer Tow Package | 3.55 | 13,000 lbs | 18,000 lbs |
- | 4x2 | Regular cab | 8 ft | Max Duty Trailer Tow Package & Heavy-Duty Payload Package | 3.73 | 13,300 lbs | 18,500 lbs |
- | 4x4 | Regular cab | 8 ft | Max Duty Trailer Tow Package | 3.55 | 12,700 lbs | 18,000 lbs |
- | 4x4 | Regular cab | 8 ft | - | 3.31, 3.55 | 11,200 lbs | 16,500 lbs |
- | 4x4 | Regular cab | 8 ft | Max Duty Trailer Tow Package & Heavy-Duty Payload Package | 3.73 | 13,000 lbs | 18,500 lbs |
- | 4x2 | SuperCab | 6.5 ft | - | 3.31, 3.55 | 11,000 lbs | 16,300 lbs |
- | 4x2 | SuperCab | 6.5 ft | Max Trailer Tow Package | 3.55 | 12,300 lbs | 17,600 lbs |
- | 4x4 | SuperCab | 6.5 ft | - | 3.31, 3.55 | 11,100 lbs | 16,600 lbs |
- | 4x4 | SuperCab | 8 ft | Max Trailer Tow Package | 3.55 | 12,100 lbs | 17,700 lbs |
- | 4x2 | SuperCab | 8 ft | - | 3.31, 3.55 | 11,200 lbs | 16,600 lbs |
- | 4x2 | SuperCab | 8 ft | Max Trailer Tow Package | 3.55 | 14,000 lbs | 19,400 lbs |
- | 4x2 | SuperCab | 8 ft | Max Trailer Tow Package & Heavy-Duty Payload Package | 3.73 | 14,000 lbs | 19,400 lbs |
- | 4x4 | SuperCab | 8 ft | - | 3.31, 3.55 | 11,200 lbs | 16,900 lbs |
- | 4x4 | SuperCab | 8 ft | Max Trailer Tow Package | 3.55 | 13,800 lbs | 19,500 lbs |
- | 4x4 | SuperCab | 8 ft | Max Trailer Tow Package & Heavy-Duty Payload Package | 3.73 | 13,800 lbs | 19,500 lbs |
4x4 | SuperCrew | 6.5 ft | - | 4.10 | 8,200 lbs | 14,500 lbs | |
4x4 | SuperCrew | 6.5 ft | Raptor 37 Performance Package | 4.10 | 8,200 lbs | 14,575 lbs |
3.5 L Hybrid V6
The 3.5 L Hybrid V6 engine has the lowest power of the 2022 F-series engines. It has a hp of 430 @ 6,000 rpm and a torque of 570 lb.-ft @ 3,000 rpm.
The automatic transmissions in the 3.5 L hybrid engine in the 2022 F150 series have a maximum towing capacity of 11,000 – 12,700 lbs.
Drive | Cab Size | Bed Size | Axle Ratio | Package | Towing Capacity | GCWR |
4x2 | SuperCrew | 5.5 ft | 3.55 | - | 11,000 lbs | 16,800 lbs |
4x2 | SuperCrew | 5.5 ft | 3.55 | Max Trailer Tow Package | 12,700 lbs | 18,500 lbs |
4x2 | SuperCrew | 6.5 ft | 3.55 | - | 11,100 lbs | 16,900 lbs |
4x2 | SuperCrew | 6.5 ft | 3.55 | Max Trailer Tow Package | 12,700 lbs | 18,500 lbs |
4x4 | SuperCrew | 5.5 ft | 3.73 | - | 11,000 lbs | 17,100 lbs |
4x4 | SuperCrew | 5.5 ft | 3.73 | Max Trailer Tow Package | 12,300 lbs | 18,400 lbs |
4x4 | SuperCrew | 6.5 ft | 3.73 | - | 11,000 lbs | 17,100 lbs |
4x4 | SuperCrew | 6.5 ft | 3.73 | Max Trailer Tow Package | 12,300 lbs | 18,400 lbs |
5.0 L V8 Ti-VCT
The 5.0 L V8 engine has 400 hp @ 5,850 rpm and 510 lb.-ft of torque @ 3,000 rpm.
The 5.0 L Ti-VCT V8 engine in the 2022 Ford F-150 has a maximum towing capacity of 8,200 lbs – 13,000 lbs.
Drive | Cab Size | Bed Size | Axle Ratio | Package | Towing Capacity | GCWR |
4x2 | Regular | 6.5 ft | 3.31 | - | 8,300 lbs | 13,100 lbs |
4x2 | Regular | 6.5 ft | 3.73 | - | 9,100 lbs | 13,900 lbs |
4x4 | Regular | 6.5 ft | 3.31 | - | 8,200 lbs | 13,200 lbs |
4x4 | Regular | 6.5 ft | 3.73 | - | 9,600 lbs | 14,600 lbs |
4x2 | Regular | 8 ft | 3.31 | - | 9,900 lbs | 14,800 lbs |
4x2 | Regular | 8 ft | 3.73 | - | 10,400 lbs | 15,300 lbs |
4x2 | Regular | 8 ft | 3.73 | Max Trailer Tow Package | 13,000 lbs | 17,900 lbs |
4x2 | Regular | 8 ft | 3.73 | Heavy Duty Payload Package | 13,000 lbs | 18,100 lbs |
4x4 | Regular | 8 ft | 3.31 | 9,700 lbs | 14,900 lbs | |
4x4 | Regular | 8 ft | 3.73 | - | 10,500 lbs | 15,700 lbs |
4x4 | Regular | 8 ft | 3.73 | Heavy Duty Payload Package | 12,800 lbs | 18,000 lbs |
4x4 | Regular | 8 ft | 3.73 | Max Trailer Tow Package & Heavy Duty Payload Package | 13,000 | 18,300 lbs |
4x2 | SuperCab | 6.5 ft | 3.31 | - | 9,700 lbs | 14,800 lbs |
4x2 | SuperCab | 6.5 ft | 3.73 | - | 10,500 lbs | 15,600 lbs |
4x2 | SuperCab | 6.5 ft | 3.73 | Max Trailer Tow Package | 12,800 lbs | 17,900 lbs |
4x4 | SuperCab | 6.5 ft | 3.31 | - | 9,500 lbs | 14,900 lbs |
4x4 | SuperCab | 6.5 ft | 3.73 | - | 10,500 lbs | 15,900 lbs |
4x4 | SuperCab | 6.5 ft | 3.73 | Max Trailer Tow Package | 12,300 lbs | 17,700 lbs |
4x2 | SuperCab | 8 ft | 3.31 | - | 9,600 lbs | 14,800 lbs |
4x2 | SuperCab | 8 ft | 3.73 | - | 10,400 lbs | 15,600 lbs |
4x2 | SuperCab | 8 ft | 3.73 | Max Trailer Tow Package | 13,000 lbs | 18,200 lbs |
4x2 | SuperCab | 8 ft | 3.73 | - | 13,000 lbs | 18,400 lbs |
4x4 | SuperCab | 8 ft | 3.31 | - | 9,400 lbs | 14,900 lbs |
4x4 | SuperCab | 8 ft | 3.73 | - | 10,400 lbs | 15,900 lbs |
4x4 | SuperCab | 8 ft | 3.73 | Max Trailer Tow Package | 13,000 lbs | 18,500 lbs |
4x4 | SuperCab | 8 ft | 3.73 | Max Trailer Tow Package & Heavy Duty Payload Package | 13,000 lbs | 18,600 lbs |
4x2 | SuperCrew | 5.5 ft | 3.31 | - | 9,600 lbs | 14,800 lbs |
4x2 | SuperCrew | 5.5 ft | 3.73 | - | 10,500 lbs | 15,700 lbs |
4x2 | SuperCrew | 5.5 ft | 3.73 | Max Trailer Tow Package | 12,900 lbs | 18,100 lbs |
4x4 | SuperCrew | 5.5 ft | 3.31 | - | 9,400 lbs | 14,800 lbs |
4x4 | SuperCrew | 5.5 ft | 3.73 | - | 10,400 lbs | 15,600 lbs |
4x4 | SuperCrew | 5.5 ft | 3.73 | Max Trailer Tow Package | 13,000 lbs | 18,400 lbs |
4x2 | SuperCrew | 6.5 ft | 3.31 | - | 9,600lbs | 14,800 lbs |
4x2 | SuperCrew | 6.5 ft | 3.73 | - | 10,400 lbs | 15,600 lbs |
4x2 | SuperCrew | 6.5 ft | 3.73 | Max Trailer Tow Package | 13,000 lbs | 18,200 lbs |
4x2 | SuperCrew | 6.5 ft | 3.73 | Max Trailer Tow Package & Heavy Duty Paylaod Package | 13,000 lbs | 18,500 lbs |
4x4 | SuperCrew | 6.5 ft | 3.31 | - | 9,300 lbs | 14,800 lbs |
4x4 | SuperCrew | 6.5 ft | 3.73 | - | 10,300 lbs | 15,800 lbs |
4x4 | SuperCrew | 6.5 ft | 3.73 | Max Trailer Tow Package | 12,900 lbs | 18,400 lbs |
4x4 | SuperCrew | 6.5 ft | 3.73 | Max Trailer Tow Package & Heavy Duty Paylaod Package | 13,000 lbs | 18,700 lbs |
2022 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).
2022 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.
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Payload Capacity
There is no clear way that Ford lists the payload capacities of the 2022 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 image near top of 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.
| GVWR | Payload Capacity 3.5 L EcoBoost | Payload Capacity 5.0 L | |
| Regular Cab 4×2 4×4 | 7,850 lbs 7,850 lbs | 2,780 lbs 2,566 lbs | 2,856 lbs 2,583 lbs |
| SuperCab 4×2 4×4 | 7,850 lbs 7,850 lbs | 2,064 lbs 1,824 lbs | 2,093 lbs 1,848 lbs |
| SuperCrew 4×2 4×4 | 7,850 lbs 7,850 lbs | 1,963 lbs 1,712 lbs | 1,980 lbs 1,731 lbs |
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 2022 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 bumper | 5,000 lbs (500 lbs) | – |
| Hitch Receiver | 5,000 lbs (500 lbs) | 14,000 lbs (1,400 lbs) |
Additional Resources
- Ford F150 Towing Capacity (Current year & links to all years)
- 2022 Ford F150 Owners Manual
- 2022 Ford Trailer Towing Guide
Conclusion
Though this guide provides good guidance on how much you can tow with your 2022 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.
