2021 Ford F-250 Towing Capacity

Whether you need a rugged pickup truck to meet the challenges of your Normal work site or to haul a camper or boat for your next adventure outside of Bloomington, the 2021 Ford F-250 is the one for you. The class-leading F-250 towing capacity offers:
- 20,000-pound maximum conventional towing
- 22,800-pound diesel gooseneck and 5th-wheel towing
- 19,500-pound gas gooseneck and 5th-wheel towing
Get all of the details on how much the new Ford F-250 can tow in this guide from Sam Leman Ford to find out if this heavy-duty pickup can deliver the power you need.
2021 Ford F-250 Performance Specs
The 2021 F-250 lineup includes three strong engines, and this truck can be equipped with either rear-wheel drive or all-wheel drive, so you can pick the setup that will best suit your Decatur-area driving needs. Check out the Ford F-250 specs below to learn more about the F-250 performance capabilities:
Standard 6.2L V8 engine with TorqShift® G 6-Speed SelectShift Automatic® Transmission or TorqShift® 10-Speed SelectShift Automatic® Transmission with Selectable Drive Modes
- 385 hp
- 430 lb-ft of torque
6.7L Power Stroke® V8 Turbo Diesel
- 475 hp
- 1,050 lb-ft of torque
7.3L PFI V8 engine with TorqShift® 10-Speed SelectShift Automatic® Transmission with Selectable Drive Modes
- 430 hp
- 475 lb-ft of torque
2021 Ford F-250 Towing and Safety Features
With the Ford F-150, F-250, or F-350, you can depend on superior performance capabilities, as well as a variety of features designed to enhance your Champaign-area towing experience. With the 2021 Ford F-250, specifically, you can take advantage of the following:
- Factory-installed weight-carrying hitch built into the frame
- 12/7 connector pins
- Gooseneck hitch kits and 5th-wheel hitch kits
- Trailer hitch receiver
- Trailer sway control
- Trailer brake controller
- Pro Trailer Backup Assist™
- BLIS® (Blind Spot Information System) with Trailer Coverage
- Hill Descent Control™
Test Drive the New Ford F-250 at Sam Leman Ford
See how the 2020 Ford F-250 towing specs compare to the 2021 F-250, and check out our F-150 vs. F-250 comparison, then contact us to schedule a test drive. We carry the entire new Ford truck lineup and we offer a wide range of new Ford finance and lease specials that can help you get the budget-friendly deal you’ve been searching for. We look forward to putting you behind the wheel of an exciting new Ford F-250 today!
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