Ford F-150 Lightning Towing Capacity

An All-Electric Engine

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Of course, when talking about towing capacity, you’ll need to start under the (proverbial) hood, where you’ll find the engine, of course. When it comes to the F-150 Lightning, you’ll find dual electric motors working to power it. One motor works with the front axle, while the second works with the rear axle.

This dual motor system will supply you with a targeted 775 lb-ft of torque, ready at a moment’s notice. So, whether you’re hitting the highway on-ramp on the way home, looking to get up to speed, or you’re towing the boat to the marina for a weekend on the water, you’ll have instant acceleration.

Corresponding Towing Capabilities

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The F-150 Lightning comes in four different trim levels. At the base level, with the Ford F-150 Lightning Pro, you’ll have 5,000 pounds of towing capacity at your disposal. This should prove to be plenty if you’re towing something like a trailer with jet skis, for example.

Maybe your favorite toy is a bit larger, though, like a boat. Well, the F-150 Lightning has you covered here, too. When properly configured with the correct equipment, you can double the targeted towing capacity to 10,000 pounds—perfect for larger equipment.

A Note About Payload

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When talking about capabilities, of course your attention is immediately drawn toward towing capacity. It’s worth noting, though, that because the F-150 is a pickup, you’ll have a bed space with a sizable payload ceiling that you can utilize as well. In fact, the F-150 Lightning offers a targeted max available payload of 2,000 pounds.

Towing Through Any Terrain

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One day you may be towing on regular roads, another you could be towing as you traverse more challenging terrain, like dirt and mud. Whatever the case may be, you can count on supreme traction control capability, thanks to the standard 4x4 drivetrain.

Pair the 4-wheel drive system with the standard Trailer Sway Control, which will steady your trailer, and you’ll have a supremely stable driving and towing experience.