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2023 Ford F-250 Super Duty Towing Capacity

Factory towing capacity, payload, GCWR, and hitch class for the 2023 Ford F-250 Super Duty — plus the gear this setup calls for.

2023 Ford F-250 Super Duty — Slide-in camper GVWR and Maximum Cargo Weight tables only (4x2 cabs shown); no conventional/gooseneck trailer tow rating charts present in the scraped text

⚠ Pending verification

Figures were extracted from the source below and are pending confirmation against the OEM towing guide.

Source: OEM towing guide2023 Ford RV & Trailer Towing Guide · retrieved 2026-07-01

Max Towing Capacity

23,000

lbs / 10,350 kg

Payload

Hitch Class

Gooseneck / 5th-wheel

GCWR

31,800 lbs

Engine Variants

4 variants

Trim Notes

Max of 23,000 lbs achieved with the 6.7L Power Stroke H.O. Turbo Diesel V8, 3.31 axle ratio, Crew Cab 4x4 176.0" WB, gooseneck towing, requiring the F-250 High-Capacity Axle Upgrade Package (535) at 31,800 lbs GCWR. Same figure available with 3.55 axle.

⚠ Important

Peak 23,000 lb: 6.7L V8 H.O. Turbo Diesel, Crew Cab 4x4, 3.31 or 3.55 axle, Gooseneck towing (31,000 GCWR) (gooseneck/5th-wheel). Next-highest 22,000 lb: 6.7L V8 H.O. Turbo Diesel, SuperCab/Crew Cab 4x4, 3.31 or 3.55 axle, conventional towing (31,000 GCWR).

◆ Gear you may need

Always confirm against your door-jamb sticker & OEM towing guide before hauling. Ratings vary by exact configuration.

Different configuration? Look it up

The 23,000 lbs figure above is the properly-equipped maximum for this model year. For a specific trim, engine, or drivetrain, run your exact setup through the live tool:

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Prose overview

The 2023 Ford F-250 Super Duty carries a maximum towing capacity of 23,000 lbs when properly equipped, paired with a Gooseneck / 5th-wheel hitch. As with every truck and SUV, the rating swings by engine, drivetrain, cab and bed configuration, and rear axle ratio — so two 2023 Ford F-250 Super Dutys on the same lot can be rated thousands of pounds apart. Match your trailer to the lowestrelevant limit (towing capacity, payload, GCWR, and hitch rating), and verify against the sticker inside the driver's-side door jamb.

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2023 Ford F-250 Super Duty towing FAQ

What is the maximum towing capacity of a 2023 Ford F-250 Super Duty?

A properly equipped 2023 Ford F-250 Super Duty is rated to tow up to 23,000 lbs. This maximum applies only to specific engine, axle, and tow-package combinations — most trims tow less.

What hitch class does the 2023 Ford F-250 Super Duty need?

Based on its rated capacity, the 2023 Ford F-250 Super Duty typically pairs with a Gooseneck / 5th-wheel hitch. Always match the hitch to your loaded trailer weight and never exceed the vehicle's rated capacity.

Do I need a brake controller to tow with a 2023 Ford F-250 Super Duty?

Most states require trailer brakes — and a brake controller — for trailers over 3,000 lbs loaded. A brake controller syncs the trailer's brakes with the vehicle's for safe, controlled stops.

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