Many Tampa-area drivers that choose to buy or lease a 2026 Ford F-150 at Brandon Ford have towing in mind — whether it be for towing a boat or jetskis to the beach or towing a trailer for your business. When potential buyers walk into the Brandon Ford Showroom to experience the Ford F-150, they want to know more about the Ford F-150 towing capabilities and many want to know — what is included in the Ford F-150 Max Tow/Haul Package? We are here to help answer your questions and we hope this quick overview helps.
Guide to the Ford F-150 Tow/Haul Package Features and Specs
Drivers interested in best-in-class towing power will love what the hard-working 2026 Ford F-150 brings to the table. When equipped for towing duties, the Ford F-150 has a maximum towing capacity of 13,500 pounds — but not without the right equipment. The Ford F-150 Max Tow/Haul Package provides the upgraded equipment needed to improve towing performance when you get behind the wheel.
When you opt for the Max Tow/Haul Package, it will add heavy-duty axles and mechanical elements to your pickup truck to improve towing. This utility package is available on XL, STX, XLT, Tremor, and Lariat trim levels — and is a standard addition to the spec sheet when you opt for King Ranch and Platinum trim levels.
Here is a better look at the features that are
| Max Tow/Haul Package Feature | Standard Feature | Real-World Benefits |
| Upgraded Rear Axle Ratio – 3.55 or 3.73 Electronic-Locking | Standard Rear Axle Differential – 3.15 or 3.31 | The upgraded rear axle ratio shortens the gear ratio to provide higher off-the-line torque with an electronic-locking differential to evenly distribute power. |
| Integrated Trailer Brake Controller | No Dashboard Trailer Brake Controller | The Integrated Trailer Brake Controller synchronizes the truck’s brakes with the trailer’s electric brakes to improve stopping power with a dashboard feature to manage trailer brake gain. |
| Reinforced Rear Bumper and Frame | Standard Light-Duty Bumper | A heavy-duty steel bumper framework behind the fascia is built to handle higher tongue weights of trailers exceeding 10,000 pounds. |
| Enhanced Engine and Transmission Cooling – High-Capacity Radiator Fans and Oil Coolers | Standard Radiator and Cooling Setup | The upgraded radiator and oil coolers keep the engine cool when towing cargo at highway speeds up long, steep inclines. |
| Onboard Scales and Smart Hitch | Standard Tailgate and Leaf Springs | This feature uses internal pressure sensors to display real-world tongue weight and cargo payload on the central display. |
What Are the Available 2026 Ford F-150 Towing Features?
The ability of the Ford F-150 to deliver best-in-class towing numbers goes beyond the Max Tow/Haul Package. Available towing technology and features improve your ability to tow heavy cargo safely and can be added to the spec sheet. Here is a better look at the available towing features that will upgrade your capabilities.
- Pro Trailer Hitch Assist: It is not always easy to hitch up your trailer and Pro Trailer Hitch Assist simplifies the process. Press a button and Pro Trailer Hitch Assist will steer, accelerate, and brake to guide your truck into position.
- Pro Trailer Backup Assist: The Pro Trailer Backup Assist allows you to easily maneuver your trailer by turning a dial in the direction you want the trailer to go.
- Smart Trailer Tow Connector: The Ford F-150’s Smart Trailer Tow Connector provides drivers with important towing information that can include if a brake light is out or the trailer battery is low.
- Blind Spot Information System (BLIS): The available Ford Blind Spot Information System uses strategically-placed cameras to provide you with audio and visual alerts if a vehicle is in the blind spot of your truck or trailer.
- 360-Degree Camera System: Do you need to know if your trailer is in the right spot on your campsite? A 360-Degree Camera System provides a bird’s-eye view of your truck and trailer to help you position your trailer.
- Dynamic Hitch Assist: The Dynamic Hitch Assist feature provides drivers with dynamic guidelines when you shift into reverse that will help you guide your trailer into position.
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Do you have questions about the towing capabilities of the Ford F-150? You may be asking — what is included in the Ford F-150 Max Tow/Haul Package? Get answers to this question and more with this in-depth overview created by Brandon Ford in Tampa, FL.
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