
{"id":436,"date":"2016-07-08T11:42:25","date_gmt":"2016-07-08T16:42:25","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.dealerfireblog.com\/houstonford\/?p=436"},"modified":"2026-02-27T20:55:05","modified_gmt":"2026-02-27T20:55:05","slug":"much-can-2016-ford-f-150-tow","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.kimbercreekford.com\/blog\/much-can-2016-ford-f-150-tow\/","title":{"rendered":"How much can the 2016 Ford F-150 tow?"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2>2016 Ford F-150 towing capacity<\/h2>\n<p>When you decide that a full-sized pickup truck is the right car for you, odds are you\u2019re 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 <strong>2016 Ford F-150 towing capacity<\/strong> leaves little to be desired, whether you need it on the work site or just for projects around the house.<!--more--><\/p>\n<p>Of course, the build you decide on for your <a href=\"http:\/\/www.houstonford.com\/clp-2016-ford-f-150-brainerd-mn\"><strong>2016 Ford F-150<\/strong><\/a> will affect its capability and the amount it\u2019s able to tow and carry. Factors that can affect your F-150\u2019s power output include its engine size, bed size, wheelbase and more.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>[Read more: <a href=\"http:\/\/www.houstonford.com\/blog\/2016-ford-f-150-engine-specs\/\">Ford F-150 engine options<\/a>]<\/strong><\/p>\n<div class=\"one_half\">\n<p>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\u2019s towing capacity really is, it\u2019s important to note that it\u2019s capable of towing more than any other pickup truck in the full-sized, under 8,500 lbs. pickup segment.<\/p>\n<blockquote><p>To make towing easier than ever, the 2016 F-150 offers a wide range of available features including:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>New Pro Trailer Backup Assist<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Dynamic Hitch Assist<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Smart Trailer Tow Connector<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>standard Trailer Sway Control<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Trailer Brake Controller<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/blockquote>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"one_half_last\"><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignright wp-image-3996 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.kimbercreekford.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/347\/2016\/05\/2016-Ford-F-150_o.jpg\" alt=\"2016 Ford F-150\" width=\"768\" height=\"500\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn-ds.com\/blogs-media\/sites\/720\/2016\/05\/02081356\/2016-Ford-F-150_o.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cdn-ds.com\/blogs-media\/sites\/720\/2016\/05\/02081356\/2016-Ford-F-150_o-300x195.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a class=\"btn custom-btn\" href=\"http:\/\/www.houstonford.com\/new-ford-f-150-pine-river-mn\">View our F-150 inventory!<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"clear\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"one_half\">\n<hr \/>\n<h3>2016 F-150 maximum payload<\/h3>\n<p>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\u2019t fit your entire boat in the back of your truck (unless it\u2019s a canoe or something like that), but for smaller gear and equipment, there\u2019s plenty of room in the F-150\u2019s bed.<\/p>\n<p>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.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"one_half_last\">\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignright wp-image-3973 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.kimbercreekford.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/347\/2016\/03\/2016-Ford-F-150-Platinum-B2_o.jpg\" alt=\"2016 Ford F-150 top view\" width=\"768\" height=\"500\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn-ds.com\/blogs-media\/sites\/720\/2016\/03\/02081347\/2016-Ford-F-150-Platinum-B2_o.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cdn-ds.com\/blogs-media\/sites\/720\/2016\/03\/02081347\/2016-Ford-F-150-Platinum-B2_o-300x195.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \/><\/div>\n<div class=\"clear\"><\/div>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>[Read more: <a href=\"http:\/\/www.houstonford.com\/blog\/what-is-a-truck-bedliner-for\/\">Benefits of bedliners in your F-150<\/a>]<\/strong><\/p>\n<h3>Get the 2016 F-150 at Houston Ford of Pine River<\/h3>\n<p>If you\u2019re looking to get behind the wheel of the 2016 Ford F-150, you\u2019ve 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\u2019s a good chance that we\u2019ve got it here.<\/p>\n<p>Just take a look at our inventory here on our site to begin the search for the F-150 model that\u2019s right for you. Once you\u2019ve narrowed down your options, you can <a href=\"http:\/\/www.houstonford.com\/test-drive-cars-pine-river-mn\">schedule an appointment for a test drive<\/a> 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.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>What do you think of the 2016 Ford F-150 towing and payload capacity? 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