How do I use the Ford Towing* Calculator to find the towing capacity of my vehicle?
The Ford online Towing Calculator provides a quick way to calculate the maximum loaded trailer weight and maximum tongue weight for your vehicle.
Important: Only 2020 Model Year and newer F-Series pickup trucks capable of towing have the ability to use the Ford Towing Calculator at this time. Please check back at a later date to see if additional vehicles have been added.
Using the Ford Towing Calculator
To determine the towing capacity of your vehicle using the Ford Towing calculator:
- Log in to your Ford account on ford.ca.
- Select a vehicle that is eligible to use the Towing Calculator from your garage.
- If the vehicle selected is eligible, when you scroll down you will see a TOWING CALCULATOR tile.
- If the vehicle selected is ineligible, this tile will not appear.
- Scroll down and select Start Now in the TOWING CALCULATOR tile.
- Read the warning and click Okay.
- Scroll down to see the general ratings for your vehicle, and select Conventional, Gooseneck, or 5th Wheel to view data based on different hitch types.
- Select Configure to calculate for your specific needs.
- Enter the estimated weights:
- Occupant(s) – All the occupants of the vehicle
- Cargo – Items carried by the vehicle
- Accessories – Additional vehicle add-ons and trailer connection hardware
- Select Calculate and the Towing Calculator will provide Max Tongue Load and Max Trailer Weight based on the information you entered.
- If your vehicle is capable of towing what you require, you will see a message at the top of the page advising, “Weight is within your vehicle’s ratings.”
- If your vehicle is incapable of towing what you require, you will see a message at the top of the page advising, “Weight exceeds your vehicle’s ratings. Reduce added weight.”
Note: Choose Edit Values to update the information you entered.
- If your vehicle is capable of towing what you require, you will see a message at the top of the page advising, “Weight is within your vehicle’s ratings.”
Additional Information
Ford Online Towing Calculator Frequently Asked Questions
What is towing capacity?
*Before towing, review your Owner's Manual and the RV & Trailer Towing Guide for information specific to your vehicle. You can also consult your Ford Dealer about additional equipment needs.