What is the towing capacity of Ford, Chevrolet and RAM trucks?

July 27, 2019 · 2 min read

Maximum tow rating of Ford F-150, Chevrolet Silverado, and RAM 1500 trucks

Hard-working, blue-collar Floridians need a truck that is willing to put in the extra work day after day to keep them satisfied on the job. It's for this reason that we see so many American-made pickups driving around here in Lakeland, as they certainly have much to offer no matter what you're looking to accomplish on board. If you're searching for a top-tier American truck and want to see which one has the right power for your needs, come with Kelley Lakeland today as we look at the maximum tow rating of the Ford F-150, Chevrolet Silverado and RAM 1500 trucks for their current model years!

2018 Ford F-150 engine specifications, towing and payload capacities

There are six engines available on each of the Ford F-150 truck's various trims, but we'll be focusing in on its 3.5-liter EcoBoost® V6 today, as it represents the most powerful in the line. You'll be in line for 375 horsepower, best-in-class 470 pound-feet of torque, and a maximum tow rating of 13,200 pounds when properly equipped. This also equates to a payload capacity of 3,270 pounds!

2018 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 engine specifications, towing and payload capacities

The largest engine of the 2018 Chevy Silverado comes in the form of its 6.2-liter V8, which can produce as much as 420 horsepower (which is best in its class) and 460 pound-feet of torque. With this motor under the hood, you can handle a maximum haul of 12,500 pounds and 2,250 pounds of payload - that places the Silverado comfortably in the "full-ton" pickup designation!

2019 RAM 1500 engine specifications, towing and payload capacities

Not to be outdone by its market counterparts, the all-new 2019 RAM 1500 has introduced some great capability of its own. Its 5.7L HEMI® V8 engine with eTorque is a mild hybrid that can crank out as high as 395 horsepower and 410 lb-ft of torque output. With all the right equipment on board, you can handle a tow rating as high as 12,750 pounds, touting itself as best in class. This also allows you to bring up to 2,100 pounds of payload along for the ride.

Test drive a used pickup truck at Kelley Lakeland in Lakeland FL

We have a wide-ranging selection of new and used pickups here on our lot, and we invite you to contact Kelley Lakeland today if you'd like to check one out and schedule a test drive. We're always happy to get you signed off and rolling off in confidence!

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2021 GMC Yukon Model Review at Kelley Automotive Group

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2021 GMC Terrain Model Review in Bartow, FL

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