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How much can the 2016 Ford F-150 tow?
By Product Expert | Posted in Ford F-150 on Friday, July 8th, 2016 at 11:42 am
2016 Ford F-150 towing capacity
When you decide that a full-sized pickup truck is the right car for you, odds are you’re choosing it for its impressive capability and powerful performance. In that case, why settle for anything but the very best? To get the most power at the best value, most drivers turn to the Ford F-150. Known for its impressive power and capability the 2016 Ford F-150 towing capacity leaves little to be desired, whether you need it on the work site or just for projects around the house.
Of course, the build you decide on for your 2016 Ford F-150 will affect its capability and the amount it’s able to tow and carry. Factors that can affect your F-150’s power output include its engine size, bed size, wheelbase and more.
[Read more: Ford F-150 engine options]
Depending on the model you choose, your F-150 is able to tow a maximum capacity of anywhere between 5,000 and impressive 12,200 lbs., making it a great choice for a wide variety of pickup truck drivers. To give you an idea of how impressive the F-150’s towing capacity really is, it’s important to note that it’s capable of towing more than any other pickup truck in the full-sized, under 8,500 lbs. pickup segment.
To make towing easier than ever, the 2016 F-150 offers a wide range of available features including:
- New Pro Trailer Backup Assist
- Dynamic Hitch Assist
- Smart Trailer Tow Connector
- standard Trailer Sway Control
- Trailer Brake Controller
2016 F-150 maximum payload
Despite having plenty of new, high-tech features available to make towing easier than ever, some drivers just feel more comfortable and in control by utilizing the bed of their truck instead of using a trailer. Of course, you probably can’t fit your entire boat in the back of your truck (unless it’s a canoe or something like that), but for smaller gear and equipment, there’s plenty of room in the F-150’s bed.
The 2016 F-150 offers three different bed sizes, the 5.5-ft, 6.5-ft and 8-ft, which not only dictate how much stuff you can fit in back, but its maximum payload amount too. Once again, depending on the build of your model, the F-150 is capable of a maximum payload between 1,514 and 2,320 lbs.
[Read more: Benefits of bedliners in your F-150]
Get the 2016 F-150 at Houston Ford of Pine River
If you’re looking to get behind the wheel of the 2016 Ford F-150, you’ve definitely come to the right place. Here at Houston Ford of Pine River, we have one of the widest selections of F-150 models in the area. So even if you have a specific build and model in mind in your search for a new truck, there’s a good chance that we’ve got it here.
Just take a look at our inventory here on our site to begin the search for the F-150 model that’s right for you. Once you’ve narrowed down your options, you can schedule an appointment for a test drive right here on our site. That way you can get a feel for the powerful drive and capability of the Ford F-150 before making a final decision.
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