Year + Engine

2020 F-150 2.7L EcoBoost V6 towing capacity.

In Ford towing charts, this engine is listed as 2.7L GTDI V6.

Published towing ratings for the 2020 2.7L EcoBoost V6 run from 7,400 to 9,000 lbs depending on configuration. Start with tow type, then match axle ratio, wheelbase, cab, drivetrain, and package labels. Ford's engine summary lists available max payload at 2,470 lbs before options, passengers, cargo, and hitch load.

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Retrieved from official Ford 2020 RV & Trailer Guide publications. Citations for 2.7L EcoBoost V6 available below.

2020 Ford F-150 Blueprint
2.7L EcoBoost V6 RANGE
7,400 - 9,000 LBS
CONVENTIONAL MAX
9,000 LBS
Printed conditions: Maximum loaded trailer weight requires weight-distributing hitch · Requires 2.7L EcoBoost® Payload Package (622)
5TH-WHEEL MAX
9,000 LBS
Printed conditions: Requires Trailer Tow Package (53A) or Max Trailer Tow Package (53C) · Requires 2.7L EcoBoost® Payload Package (622)
ENGINE MAX PAYLOAD
2,470 LBS
2020 2.7L EcoBoost V6 (2.7L GTDI V6)
2020 2.7L EcoBoost V6 (2.7L GTDI V6)
Towing Capacity Chart

Conventional Towing

Regular Cab
3.554x2 · 122 in 4x2 122 in 12,300 lbs 7,600 lbs 760 lbs Tongue · 10% Weight-distributing hitch Section evidence · source-bound expansion · p.19 p.19
3.554x2 · 141 in 4x2 141 in 12,300 lbs 7,600 lbs 760 lbs Tongue · 10% Weight-distributing hitch Section evidence · source-bound expansion · p.19 p.19
3.554x4 · 122 in 4x4 122 in 12,500 lbs 7,600 lbs 760 lbs Tongue · 10% Weight-distributing hitch Section evidence · source-bound expansion · p.19 p.19
3.554x4 · 141 in 4x4 141 in 12,600 lbs 7,600 lbs 760 lbs Tongue · 10% Weight-distributing hitch Section evidence · source-bound expansion · p.19 p.19
3.734x2 · 122 in 4x2 122 in 13,200 lbs 8,500 lbs 850 lbs Tongue · 10% Weight-distributing hitch Section evidence · source-bound expansion · p.19 p.19
3.734x2 · 141 in 4x2 141 in 13,200 lbs 8,500 lbs 850 lbs Tongue · 10% Weight-distributing hitch Section evidence · source-bound expansion · p.19 p.19
3.734x2 · 141 in 4x2 141 in 13,400 lbs 8,500 lbs 850 lbs Tongue · 10% Weight-distributing hitch + 2.7L EcoBoost Payload Package Section evidence / Row evidence · source-bound expansion / direct source · p.19 p.19
3.734x4 · 122 in 4x4 122 in 13,300 lbs 8,400 lbs 840 lbs Tongue · 10% Weight-distributing hitch Section evidence · source-bound expansion · p.19 p.19
3.734x4 · 141 in 4x4 141 in 13,300 lbs 8,300 lbs 830 lbs Tongue · 10% Weight-distributing hitch Section evidence · source-bound expansion · p.19 p.19
3.734x4 · 141 in 4x4 141 in 14,100 lbs 9,000 lbs 900 lbs Tongue · 10% Weight-distributing hitch + 2.7L EcoBoost Payload Package Section evidence / Row evidence · source-bound expansion / direct source · p.19 p.19
SuperCab
3.554x2 · 145 in 4x2 145 in 12,700 lbs 7,700 lbs 770 lbs Tongue · 10% Weight-distributing hitch Section evidence · source-bound expansion · p.19 p.19
3.554x2 · 164 in 4x2 164 in 12,600 lbs 7,500 lbs 750 lbs Tongue · 10% Weight-distributing hitch Section evidence · source-bound expansion · p.19 p.19
3.554x4 · 145 in 4x4 145 in 12,900 lbs 7,600 lbs 760 lbs Tongue · 10% Weight-distributing hitch Section evidence · source-bound expansion · p.19 p.19
3.734x2 · 145 in 4x2 145 in 13,300 lbs 8,300 lbs 830 lbs Tongue · 10% Weight-distributing hitch Section evidence · source-bound expansion · p.19 p.19
3.734x2 · 145 in 4x2 145 in 13,300 lbs 8,300 lbs 830 lbs Tongue · 10% Weight-distributing hitch + 2.7L EcoBoost Payload Package Section evidence / Row evidence · source-bound expansion / direct source · p.19 p.19
3.734x2 · 164 in 4x2 164 in 13,300 lbs 8,200 lbs 820 lbs Tongue · 10% Weight-distributing hitch Section evidence · source-bound expansion · p.19 p.19
3.734x2 · 164 in 4x2 164 in 14,200 lbs 9,000 lbs 900 lbs Tongue · 10% Weight-distributing hitch + 2.7L EcoBoost Payload Package Section evidence / Row evidence · source-bound expansion / direct source · p.19 p.19
3.734x4 · 145 in 4x4 145 in 13,300 lbs 8,000 lbs 800 lbs Tongue · 10% Weight-distributing hitch Section evidence · source-bound expansion · p.19 p.19
3.734x4 · 145 in 4x4 145 in 14,300 lbs 9,000 lbs 900 lbs Tongue · 10% Weight-distributing hitch + 2.7L EcoBoost Payload Package Section evidence / Row evidence · source-bound expansion / direct source · p.19 p.19
SuperCrew
3.554x2 · 145 in 4x2 145 in 12,800 lbs 7,700 lbs 770 lbs Tongue · 10% Weight-distributing hitch Section evidence · source-bound expansion · p.19 p.19
3.554x2 · 157 in 4x2 157 in 12,800 lbs 7,700 lbs 770 lbs Tongue · 10% Weight-distributing hitch Section evidence · source-bound expansion · p.19 p.19
3.554x4 · 145 in 4x4 145 in 12,900 lbs 7,600 lbs 760 lbs Tongue · 10% Weight-distributing hitch Section evidence · source-bound expansion · p.19 p.19
3.734x2 · 145 in 4x2 145 in 13,300 lbs 8,100 lbs 810 lbs Tongue · 10% Weight-distributing hitch + 2.7L EcoBoost Payload Package Section evidence / Row evidence · source-bound expansion / direct source · p.19 p.19
3.734x2 · 145 in 4x2 145 in 13,300 lbs 8,200 lbs 820 lbs Tongue · 10% Weight-distributing hitch Section evidence · source-bound expansion · p.19 p.19
3.734x2 · 157 in 4x2 157 in 13,300 lbs 8,200 lbs 820 lbs Tongue · 10% Weight-distributing hitch Section evidence · source-bound expansion · p.19 p.19
3.734x2 · 157 in 4x2 157 in 14,100 lbs 9,000 lbs 900 lbs Tongue · 10% Weight-distributing hitch + 2.7L EcoBoost Payload Package Section evidence / Row evidence · source-bound expansion / direct source · p.19 p.19
3.734x4 · 145 in 4x4 145 in 13,300 lbs 8,000 lbs 800 lbs Tongue · 10% Weight-distributing hitch Section evidence · source-bound expansion · p.19 p.19
3.734x4 · 145 in 4x4 145 in 14,300 lbs 8,900 lbs 890 lbs Tongue · 10% Weight-distributing hitch + 2.7L EcoBoost Payload Package Section evidence / Row evidence · source-bound expansion / direct source · p.19 p.19
Towing Capacity Chart

5th-Wheel / Gooseneck Towing

Regular Cab
3.554x2 · 122 in 4x2 122 in 12,300 lbs 7,600 lbs 1,140 lbs King pin · 15% Trailer Tow Package (53A) or Max Trailer Tow Package Section evidence · source-bound expansion · p.21 p.21
3.554x2 · 141 in 4x2 141 in 12,300 lbs 7,500 lbs 1,125 lbs King pin · 15% Trailer Tow Package (53A) or Max Trailer Tow Package Section evidence · source-bound expansion · p.21 p.21
3.554x4 · 122 in 4x4 122 in 12,500 lbs 7,500 lbs 1,125 lbs King pin · 15% Trailer Tow Package (53A) or Max Trailer Tow Package Section evidence · source-bound expansion · p.21 p.21
3.554x4 · 141 in 4x4 141 in 12,600 lbs 7,500 lbs 1,125 lbs King pin · 15% Trailer Tow Package (53A) or Max Trailer Tow Package Section evidence · source-bound expansion · p.21 p.21
3.734x2 · 122 in 4x2 122 in 13,200 lbs 8,500 lbs 1,275 lbs King pin · 15% Trailer Tow Package (53A) or Max Trailer Tow Package Section evidence · source-bound expansion · p.21 p.21
3.734x2 · 141 in 4x2 141 in 13,200 lbs 8,400 lbs 1,260 lbs King pin · 15% Trailer Tow Package (53A) or Max Trailer Tow Package Section evidence · source-bound expansion · p.21 p.21
3.734x2 · 141 in 4x2 141 in 13,400 lbs 8,500 lbs 1,275 lbs King pin · 15% Trailer Tow Package (53A) or Max Trailer Tow Package + 2.7L EcoBoost Payload Package Section evidence / Row evidence · source-bound expansion / direct source · p.21 p.21
3.734x4 · 122 in 4x4 122 in 13,300 lbs 8,300 lbs 1,245 lbs King pin · 15% Trailer Tow Package (53A) or Max Trailer Tow Package Section evidence · source-bound expansion · p.21 p.21
3.734x4 · 141 in 4x4 141 in 13,300 lbs 8,200 lbs 1,230 lbs King pin · 15% Trailer Tow Package (53A) or Max Trailer Tow Package Section evidence · source-bound expansion · p.21 p.21
3.734x4 · 141 in 4x4 141 in 14,100 lbs 8,900 lbs 1,335 lbs King pin · 15% Trailer Tow Package (53A) or Max Trailer Tow Package + 2.7L EcoBoost Payload Package Section evidence / Row evidence · source-bound expansion / direct source · p.21 p.21
SuperCab
3.554x2 · 145 in 4x2 145 in 12,700 lbs 7,700 lbs 1,155 lbs King pin · 15% Trailer Tow Package (53A) or Max Trailer Tow Package Section evidence · source-bound expansion · p.21 p.21
3.554x2 · 164 in 4x2 164 in 12,600 lbs 7,400 lbs 1,110 lbs King pin · 15% Trailer Tow Package (53A) or Max Trailer Tow Package Section evidence · source-bound expansion · p.21 p.21
3.554x4 · 145 in 4x4 145 in 12,900 lbs 7,600 lbs 1,140 lbs King pin · 15% Trailer Tow Package (53A) or Max Trailer Tow Package Section evidence · source-bound expansion · p.21 p.21
3.734x2 · 145 in 4x2 145 in 13,300 lbs 8,200 lbs 1,230 lbs King pin · 15% Trailer Tow Package (53A) or Max Trailer Tow Package Section evidence · source-bound expansion · p.21 p.21
3.734x2 · 145 in 4x2 145 in 13,300 lbs 8,200 lbs 1,230 lbs King pin · 15% Trailer Tow Package (53A) or Max Trailer Tow Package + 2.7L EcoBoost Payload Package Section evidence / Row evidence · source-bound expansion / direct source · p.21 p.21
3.734x2 · 164 in 4x2 164 in 13,300 lbs 8,000 lbs 1,200 lbs King pin · 15% Trailer Tow Package (53A) or Max Trailer Tow Package Section evidence · source-bound expansion · p.21 p.21
3.734x2 · 164 in 4x2 164 in 14,200 lbs 9,000 lbs 1,350 lbs King pin · 15% Trailer Tow Package (53A) or Max Trailer Tow Package + 2.7L EcoBoost Payload Package Section evidence / Row evidence · source-bound expansion / direct source · p.21 p.21
3.734x4 · 145 in 4x4 145 in 13,300 lbs 7,900 lbs 1,185 lbs King pin · 15% Trailer Tow Package (53A) or Max Trailer Tow Package Section evidence · source-bound expansion · p.21 p.21
3.734x4 · 145 in 4x4 145 in 14,300 lbs 9,000 lbs 1,350 lbs King pin · 15% Trailer Tow Package (53A) or Max Trailer Tow Package + 2.7L EcoBoost Payload Package Section evidence / Row evidence · source-bound expansion / direct source · p.21 p.21
SuperCrew
3.554x2 · 145 in 4x2 145 in 12,800 lbs 7,700 lbs 1,155 lbs King pin · 15% Trailer Tow Package (53A) or Max Trailer Tow Package + 145 in SuperCrew 5.5 ft box: current 5th-wheel trailer designs do not fit Section evidence / Column evidence · source-bound expansion · p.21 p.21
3.554x2 · 157 in 4x2 157 in 12,800 lbs 7,600 lbs 1,140 lbs King pin · 15% Trailer Tow Package (53A) or Max Trailer Tow Package Section evidence · source-bound expansion · p.21 p.21
3.554x4 · 145 in 4x4 145 in 12,900 lbs 7,500 lbs 1,125 lbs King pin · 15% Trailer Tow Package (53A) or Max Trailer Tow Package + 145 in SuperCrew 5.5 ft box: current 5th-wheel trailer designs do not fit Section evidence / Column evidence · source-bound expansion · p.21 p.21
3.734x2 · 145 in 4x2 145 in 13,300 lbs 7,700 lbs 1,155 lbs King pin · 15% Trailer Tow Package (53A) or Max Trailer Tow Package + 145 in SuperCrew 5.5 ft box: current 5th-wheel trailer designs do not fit Section evidence / Column evidence · source-bound expansion · p.21 p.21
3.734x2 · 145 in 4x2 145 in 13,300 lbs 8,100 lbs 1,215 lbs King pin · 15% Trailer Tow Package (53A) or Max Trailer Tow Package + 145 in SuperCrew 5.5 ft box: current 5th-wheel trailer designs do not fit + 2.7L EcoBoost Payload Package Section evidence / Column evidence / Row evidence · source-bound expansion / direct source · p.21 p.21
3.734x2 · 157 in 4x2 157 in 13,300 lbs 8,000 lbs 1,200 lbs King pin · 15% Trailer Tow Package (53A) or Max Trailer Tow Package Section evidence · source-bound expansion · p.21 p.21
3.734x2 · 157 in 4x2 157 in 14,100 lbs 8,900 lbs 1,335 lbs King pin · 15% Trailer Tow Package (53A) or Max Trailer Tow Package + 2.7L EcoBoost Payload Package Section evidence / Row evidence · source-bound expansion / direct source · p.21 p.21
3.734x4 · 145 in 4x4 145 in 13,300 lbs 7,600 lbs 1,140 lbs King pin · 15% Trailer Tow Package (53A) or Max Trailer Tow Package + 145 in SuperCrew 5.5 ft box: current 5th-wheel trailer designs do not fit Section evidence / Column evidence · source-bound expansion · p.21 p.21
3.734x4 · 145 in 4x4 145 in 14,300 lbs 8,900 lbs 1,335 lbs King pin · 15% Trailer Tow Package (53A) or Max Trailer Tow Package + 145 in SuperCrew 5.5 ft box: current 5th-wheel trailer designs do not fit + 2.7L EcoBoost Payload Package Section evidence / Column evidence / Row evidence · source-bound expansion / direct source · p.21 p.21
PHYSICAL LIMITS MAX HITCH
13,200 LBS
DOCUMENT RULES ALTITUDE
-2% / 1K FT
FORD LIMITS FRONTAL AREA
55-75 SQ FT
SAFETY BASELINE EQUIPMENT
1 RULE
Scoped to this engine
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TECHNICAL GUIDE

Ground rules that apply to the 2020 2.7L EcoBoost V6.

Same 2020 document-level rules as the year page, scoped to what applies to the 2020 2.7L EcoBoost V6.

FIG. 2020 LOAD Load + Altitude

Base loading guidance from Ford

  • Conventional: 10% tongue weight of total loaded trailer weight.
  • 5th-wheel: 15% king pin weight of total loaded trailer weight.
  • High altitude: reduce gross vehicle weight (GVW) and gross combination weight (GCW) by 2% per 1,000 ft of elevation.
FIG. 2020 HITCH Hitch Capacities

Receiver and bumper ratings vary by model scope

  • F-150 Rear Step Bumper F-150 pickup non-Raptor Weight-carrying 5,000 / 500 lbs; no weight-distributing rating published.
  • F-150 Hitch Receiver F-150 non-Raptor Weight-carrying 5,000 / 500 lbs; weight-distributing 13,200 / 1,320 lbs.
  • F-150 Raptor Hitch Receiver F-150 Raptor Weight-carrying 5,000 / 500 lbs; weight-distributing 8,000 / 800 lbs.

Factory-installed hitch receivers

  • F-150 Raptor: factory hitch receiver is standard.
  • F-150 pickup non-Raptor: Included with Trailer Tow Packages – Option Code 53A, 53B and 53C
FIG. 2020 FRONTAL Frontal Area

Frontal-area allowances are year and setup specific

Conventional towing

  • 55 sq ft
    All F-150 · 5,001 to 7,700 lbs Any Powertrain with Trailer Towing Package or Payload Package and Trailer Towing Ratings Between 5,001 and 7,700 lbs.
  • 60 sq ft
    All F-150 · 7,701 lbs and up Any Powertrain with Trailer Towing Package or Payload Package and Trailer Towing Ratings 7,701 lbs. and Greater

5th-Wheel / Gooseneck

  • 75 sq ft
    All F-150 · All eligible trailer weights All 5th-Wheel and Gooseneck Applications with Any Powertrain with Trailer Towing Package or Payload Package
FIG. 2020 SAFETY Required Equipment

Equipment rules that apply to the 2020 2.7L EcoBoost V6

  • F-150 pickup Trailers over 5,000 lbs require Trailer Tow Package or Max Trailer Tow Package.

Under its 5th-wheel/gooseneck tables the 2020 guide prints "Trailer king pin load weight should be 15% of total loaded trailer weight." That applies whether or not a package is listed on the row.

FIG. 2020 EQUIP Printed Guidance

What the guide prints as required or recommended

  • Recommended: A weight-carrying hitch is recommended for all vehicles towing trailers less than 5,000 pounds. Ford guide, p. 15
  • Required: Weight-distributing hitch: required for certain Class III and all Class IV applications. Ford guide, p. 37
  • Required: A conventional, identical full-size spare tire is required for trailer towing (mini, compact and dissimilar full-size spare tires should not be used; always replace the spare tire with a new road tire as soon as possible). Ford guide, p. 43
NOTES: These are the 2020 document-level rules that apply to the 2020 2.7L EcoBoost V6. Row-specific requirements still apply on top.
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Other 2020 engines

Highest Capacity
3.5L EcoBoost V6 (3.5L GTDI V6)
Range: 5,900 - 13,200 lbs
Max conventional tow 13,200 LBS Printed conditions: Maximum loaded trailer weight requires weight-distributing hitch · Requires Max Trailer Tow Package (53C) · Requires 20" tires and wheels
3.0L Power Stroke Diesel V6 (3.0L Turbo Diesel V6)
Range: 7,200 - 11,500 lbs
Max conventional tow 11,500 LBS Printed condition: Maximum loaded trailer weight requires weight-distributing hitch
5.0L Ti-VCT V8 (5.0L 4-Valve V8)
Range: 8,300 - 11,500 lbs
Max conventional tow 11,500 LBS Printed condition: Maximum loaded trailer weight requires weight-distributing hitch
3.3L Ti-VCT V6 (3.3L PFDI V6)
Range: 5,000 - 7,700 lbs
Max conventional tow 7,700 LBS Printed condition: Maximum loaded trailer weight requires weight-distributing hitch
Cross-Year

This engine in other supported years

2015 2.7L GTDI V6
Range: 7,300 - 8,500 lbs
Max conventional tow 8,500 LBS Printed conditions (by configuration): Maximum loaded trailer weight requires weight-distributing hitch · Requires 2.7L EcoBoost® Payload Package
2016 2.7L GTDI V6
Range: 7,300 - 8,500 lbs
Max conventional tow 8,500 LBS Printed conditions (by configuration): Maximum loaded trailer weight requires weight-distributing hitch · Requires 2.7L EcoBoost® Payload Package
2017 2.7L GTDI V6
Range: 7,300 - 8,500 lbs
Max conventional tow 8,500 LBS Printed conditions (by configuration): Maximum loaded trailer weight requires weight-distributing hitch · Requires 2.7L EcoBoost® Payload Package
2018 2.7L GTDI V6
Range: 7,400 - 9,100 lbs
Max conventional tow 9,100 LBS Printed conditions: Maximum loaded trailer weight requires weight-distributing hitch · Requires 2.7L EcoBoost® Payload Package
2019 2.7L GTDI V6
Range: 7,400 - 9,000 lbs
Max conventional tow 9,000 LBS Printed conditions: Maximum loaded trailer weight requires weight-distributing hitch · Requires 2.7L EcoBoost® Payload Package (622)
2021 2.7L EcoBoost V6 (2.7L GTDI V6)
Range: 7,600 - 10,100 lbs
Max conventional tow 10,100 LBS Printed conditions: Requires 2.7L EcoBoost® Payload Package (622) · Do not exceed a trailer weight of 6,000 lbs. with only the Class IV hitch (53B), without the Trailer Tow Package (53A)
2022 2.7L EcoBoost V6 (2.7L GTDI V6)
Range: 7,500 - 10,100 lbs
Max conventional tow 10,100 LBS Printed conditions: Requires 2.7L EcoBoost® Payload Package (622) · Do not exceed a trailer weight of 6,000 lbs. with only the Class IV hitch (53B), without the Trailer Tow Package (53A)
2023 2.7L EcoBoost V6 (2.7L GTDI V6)
Range: 7,500 - 10,100 lbs
Max conventional tow 10,100 LBS Printed conditions: Requires 2.7L EcoBoost® Payload Package (622) · Do not exceed a trailer weight of 6,000 lbs. with only the Class IV hitch (53B), without the Trailer Tow Package (53A)
2024 2.7L EcoBoost V6 (2.7L GTDI V6)
Range: 7,200 - 8,400 lbs
Max conventional tow 8,400 LBS
2025 2.7L EcoBoost V6 (2.7L GTDI V6)
Range: 7,200 - 8,400 lbs
Max conventional tow 8,400 LBS
2026 2.7L EcoBoost V6 (2.7L GTDI V6)
Range: 7,000 - 8,400 lbs
Max conventional tow 8,400 LBS
Engine notes

Editorial notes for this engine.

Guide policy

Document-level towing rules

Trailers over 5,000 lbs require Trailer Tow Package or Max Trailer Tow Package. 5th-wheel rows still follow Ford's 15% king pin guidance even when no extra row label appears.

Technical Audit

Data sources

These citations show the Ford guide pages used to build the 2020 2.7L EcoBoost V6 page.

Show source pages for 2.7L EcoBoost V6
DOC_ID: ford-tow DOCUMENT BASIS

Ford RV & Trailer Towing Guide 2020

Audit Scope PAGES: 3, 15, 18-21, 38, 43
PDF Creation Date 2019-10-15