2024 Ford F-350 | 7.3l Godzilla 4.30 vs 3.73 gearing MPG real world | Lariat vs XLT | Which is best?

[@JonathanRodriguez-ys3vk]

This is the best apples to apples comparison video I’ve seen in a good while 6.8 vs 7.3 3.73 then vs 7.3 4.30 well done

[@CTECH-REVIEW]

Thank you for the kind words and for watching. Feel free to take a look at my other mpg calculations. I try to do this with several other vehicles also!

[@Alaska610ish]

This guy knows these trucks! Best video ever on Ford Superduty’s and Tremor. Very impressive and very informative! Thanks!

[@CTECH-REVIEW]

Thanks for the kind words! I appreciate it.

[@tomchepey2999]

Good review. I think you’re spot on. We bought our Tremor with a 7.3 in 2020. Have only 42,000 miles on it now first two years was a daily driver. Never had an issue yet. It’s been an absolutely fantastic. Towing small trailer to a much larger RV had no issues at all.

[@CTECH-REVIEW]

It sounds like you made a great choice with the Tremor!

[@garyfreida6504]

Thank you for the added information. I live between Howell and Fowlerville. Your review is helping me make a much better decision on what my next truck will be.

[@CTECH-REVIEW]

Glad it was helpful!

[@Jeffbob442]

Great job! Bringing up tire size was good, so many ignore that issue and as you pointed out, can make a sizeable difference in final drive ratio! completly agree on Lariat seats being SO much better for a 8+ hour day towing!

[@CTECH-REVIEW]

Thank you for watching and for your comments! Feel free to check out my other videos!

[@Icutmetal]

Very well done video and nice comparison between three great options.

[@CTECH-REVIEW]

Thanks for watching and I am glad you found it helpful!

[@justinelliott1192]

I have loved these comparison videos this past week. Thank you so much for putting them together! I have a 23 250 Lariat Ultimate with the 7.3 / 3.73. Videos like yours helped me research before making my order. Couldn't be happier with my decision.

[@CTECH-REVIEW]

That is awesome! I am glad you like the videos, thanks for watching.

[@reecethomas8839]

Keep up the great work. We need reviews and thoughts of “affordable” trucks now days, not the limited and platinums. Would love the see the same series with f150’s.

[@CTECH-REVIEW]

Thanks for the feedback! I’m glad you like the videos! I will definitely look into the F-150!

[@zadokmotorfreight2423]

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[@slmjake]

Excellent video and comparisons sir!!! I probably would go with a 6.8 gas for general towing and slide in truck camper

[@CTECH-REVIEW]

Thanks for watching! I'm glad you found it helpful.

[@erikswensen425]

You gotta try to find a 6.8 with 4.30s and see how it does. Maybe an xl with the xl offroad package

[@CTECH-REVIEW]

That’s a great idea. I will have to look into it.

[@dougcjohn]

Great Comparison video, note... You can add the Auto Locking Hub and Vacuum line (full axle line) to return to full auto lock & unlock to free up Ft Axle. Performed nicely on 2024 F450.

[@CTECH-REVIEW]

Thank you for watching! That is a great upgrade I think worth doing! I have a video on this topic coming in next few weeks you might find interesting!

[@mauriceracicot6010]

Ya this is good, real good. Thanks!

[@CTECH-REVIEW]

I appreciate that thank you for watching!

[@carlirving2138]

Good review for the most part when it comes to the difference in packages but not for fuel economy. The electronic mpg readout between trucks on a short drive can very dramatically even on the same brand. Only way to compare fuel economy is to drive all vehicles at the exact same time over at least 200 miles and hand calculate with gallons. I realize that is not feasible borrowing trucks from a dealer but reporting the digital display can be very misleading.

[@CTECH-REVIEW]

I totally agree, it's hard to compare MPG accurately unless you're driving them both in the same conditions! I have a 1400 mile road trip video coming soon to discuss hand calculated vs computer!

[@ConcoursOne]

Lack of air dam under bumper and height difference will make at least 1 mpg difference, which means 4.30 only cost 1 mpg

[@CTECH-REVIEW]

I’m think you’re right! Thanks for watching

[@phild9813]

Yeah the difference in mileage in this test has little to do with axle gearing. Meaty tires, lift, no air dam. These are the main factors.

[@johnvehling6304]

Great video series!!! One point on rear axles: The 7.3 Tremor SHOULD have the same 11.6 as the other FX4, but the HO diesel Tremor has the Dana M300 SRW version (first year offering), which is heavier than the 11.6 Sterling. I tried to do as much research prior to getting my '23 7.3 and found that during the 23 model year, some goofy things happened, like some 7.3s got the 10.5 Sterling and some got 11.6 for seemingly no reason. If you found different info., please advise. Also, I'm trying to verify if the F350 7.3 cab/chassis w/ 4.30 gears get the SRW Dana M300 or the 11.6 Sterling. I found one cab/chassis on a lot 6 months ago, and it looked like a large version of a Dana M275, which would be the M300. Thanks!!! Again, great videos Sir!!

[@CTECH-REVIEW]

I'll have to check out the axle specs on the new F350s! I appreciate the info, thanks for watching.

[@armedmariner]

I have 2022 F-350 XLT crew cab long bed white. We call it The Beluga. At 65,000 miles I put on Michelin tires. I just drove 225 miles yesterday all highway doing 75-ish the whole way. A few times I boosted up over 85 and several times traffic slowed me below 70 for many miles. Trip meter mpg shows 16.8. When I hand calculate I find sometimes my actual mpg is off 3/4mpg and always lower than the lie-o-meter. But for a tare weight of roughly 7200 pounds it’s amazing to get 15+ at highway speeds. The 7.3 is a fabulous engine. We also have a Maverick that my wife regularly squeezes hand calculated 46-47mpg. You’d think we’d defer to that truck for a lot of our trips. Nope. Why? That Beluga is SO NICE to drive on the highway. I have hauled an honest 27,000 pounds (incl trailer) and that is 10k over trucks rating. I only hauled it 20 miles. It was a poorly loaded dump trailer with construction debris. It handled it like a beast. The 1-Ton frame is superior. Super Duty’s are awesome trucks. If I had to do it over again what would I change? I like the creature comforts of the Lariat. And my buddy has a Tremor 7.3 and he regularly around town gets yucky 13mpg. I don’t know…I would stick with the 7.3 and long bed which gets me a 48 gal tank. I might go up to a Lariat. But honestly the XLT has more in it than I’ll ever need. Mine has adjustable pedals. My wife is 5’ Nuthin and she was driving yesterday while I took a nap. I also would NEVER own a SuperDuty without the auto fold mirrors. Man what a beautiful feature. And my absolute favorite feature that I just don’t understand why it isn’t STANDARD from factory is the tailgate step. I use that step all the time. It’s such a tall truck and it makes getting in and out of the bed less of an athletic achievement. PS - super easy to do oil changes. Like as easy as any vehicle on earth.

[@CTECH-REVIEW]

I agree with you, the 7.3 is a fabulous engine, and a long bed truck gets you that great 48-gallon tank! Thank you for watching and leaving such a great comment

[@TIREDOFEVIL]

I enjoy comparing the different versions of these rigs, but I wanted a vehicle to safely pull and stop my camper and or car hauler, millage wasn't a concern.

[@CTECH-REVIEW]

That makes sense, I would go with the 4.30 gearing then.

[@andysmidt4467]

Keep in mind I own 2 2024 f350 7.3, crew long single for ranch use , gas mileage was good compared to the 2021 6.7 diesels traded them for. Towing is awesome unless you’re over the road, obviously. Once they hit 15k miles and roughy 4900 towing according to the trailer page on dash, they improved by 30% easily, I’m assuming they broke in some. Awesome trucks and for my world it’s a no brained when comparing the 2.

[@CTECH-REVIEW]

Thanks for the comment! thats great to know!

[@BR549-2]

Great review series. I agree 100%, the Lariat Tremor is best bang for the buck.

[@CTECH-REVIEW]

Thanks for watching and I’m glad you agree!

[@benjaminhale1454]

I like the tremor as well but it only comes in a useless shortbed

[@BR549-2]

Absolutely, if you need an 8 foot bed, the tremor won't work for you. My bed is just for misc. Smaller stuff. I am lucky to have several trailers for larger hauling chores.

[@benjaminhale1454]

@BR549-2 i dont really follow. Why would someone pay so much for a truck and then have to haul a trailer everywhere they go. If towing is something you will do often why not get a 8 ft bed as they tow better. Tow a fifth wheel or gooseneck better too. I will never understand buying the biggest truck you can get and opting for the shortest bed. Seems crazy to me.

[@tdotw77]

​@@benjaminhale1454Honestly it seems that Ford(and the others) are pushing these crew cab short bed trucks extremely hard, like really strongly! Look at the dealer lots, and around the other sale places, it's 85%+ ccsb trucks! I personally like extended cab long bed trucks(have a '00 f250 7.3 zf6, & had another eclb b4). I get the whole crew cab thing is more popular to many that hold & carry the typical 4 - 5 passenger 'family' for the camping trips while towing the camper, and the short bed is better for other things also(parking, turning radius, etc). I never carry 5 people around but I like having the back seat to keep tools dry & safe inside and occasionally I can seat a person back there (on one side at least) if necessary. Ford also limits what you can get on what truck cab style, you want a platinum, king ranch, limited, etc it's gonna be a crew cab short bed truck, that's it. The XL, XLT, etc are available in almost all cab styles though(rclb, ecsb, eclb, ccsb, cclb). Kinda sucks to not be able to get a eclb king ranch, or a regular cab tremor, etc. Part of this issue comes from customers picking crew cab trucks more than ext cab but Ford definitely pushes the ccsb trucks more than everything else, and it sucks IMO! Bring back the cab choices! A reg cab short bed 'tremor' would be really sweet too! It's all about the mighty dollars and which model\styles make better profits and limit the choices to lessen inventory stock.😠🤔🤷🏻‍♂️🛢️🚦🚧🚚🦺⛓️⚙️😄 ✊🏻🇺🇸🦅🇺🇸✊🏻

[@Lapeerphoto]

I have a 2023 F250 Lariat CCLB 7.3L 3.73e FX4 2Alt/2Batt Bone Stock - (Plus the Rough Country Winch I installed). I will be pulling a 10,000# trailer regularly long distances. * I'd like to know what Shocks and or other suspension recommendations for a little better/smoother ride? (Mostly for the wife, It's fine for me) Anyone can recommend upgrades that you've found something you like. Thanks

[@CTECH-REVIEW]

I have had good luck with both Fox 2.0s and bilstien shocks. Feel free to check out my ram 2500 build. That truck rode phenomenal for a 3/4 ton truck

[@dw8555]

Very thorough!

[@CTECH-REVIEW]

Thanks for watching!

[@rollingacresfarmstead206]

The way i look at it if your worried about the fuel economy you most likely cant afford the truck its minimal in the grand scheme of things.4.30 all day

[@CTECH-REVIEW]

There’s a lot of truth in that. I also think to big corporations that buy hundreds of these per year in a fleet 10% in fuel savings can amount to a lot of money.

[@kyleinman8017]

Agree. No one takes in to account idle time. These trucks all burn about the same at idle. Most guys just don’t bother turning off company trucks, leave them running to keep them hot/cold. That’s very hard to truck when looking at fuel economy when half the tank was burned at idle.

[@j-rocsk]

That’s absolutely retarded. When you drive 100,000's of miles it adds up extremely quickly. Run a road tractor at 3.5 vs. 3.7 MPG's…it’s thousands of dollars a year.

[@The_Lincoln_Penny]

Fuel economy was a very high priority for us when we purchased our 3/4 ton p/u (in fact it’s been a high priority for every vehicle purchase I’ve made). I choose to not throw money out of the window unnecessarily just because “ I can afford it”. That’s why I searched for a really long time to find a late 4th gen RAM 2500, 6.7 Cummins, 4x4 , with 3.42s, and a manual G56 transmission . I won’t dare mention my mpgs because most people will accuse me of lying or not knowing how to hand calculate mileage. But I can tell you that my annual savings in fuel (California prices) are considerable. The way I see it, it’s only my money if it remains in my wallet.

[@hokiedokie]

My tacoma 3.5 4x4 gets the same mileage.. we can afford the gas 😂

[@FlatPlaneCranky]

Bought my 2024 F350 Tremor 7.3 last month and using this thing offroad is a blast!! I have my platinum Powerstroke for my trailer hauler and love it too!!

[@CTECH-REVIEW]

You have the best of both worlds! Thanks for watching.

[@kenmiller5954]

the tremor is restricted to factory set up the others have aftermarket options available for lift and tires

[@CTECH-REVIEW]

That's something to consider for sure.

[@davidhillbrand2302]

Great video series - thank you for the detail! Personally I like the Tremor Package and I just priced out a 2025 XLT Tremor and if you are careful with options, you can get it for under $68K MSRP. Might be the sweet spot!

[@CTECH-REVIEW]

Glad you liked! Thanks for watching. That would be a great package!!

[@donedoneit1355]

I recently purchased the same Tremor F350 but, it came with the Lariat Ultimate Pkg and the SAP...you are absolutely correct on the ride difference have test driven the others in the Super Duty lineup. The Tremor just "feels" like it's built more rigid. I've only racked up 600 miles on mine and it gets anywhere from 11.6 to 12.2 but...that 7.3 really snorts and as a Boomer...it reminds me of the muscle cars we drove during the 70's and I just love it. This was a very good video on the comparisons and I agree...the Tremor truly is the better option all the way around...for me anyway. Good Job!

[@CTECH-REVIEW]

I love that you are loving your new truck! It's a real blast to drive.

[@ciscogaray5378]

F350 XLT with black appearance package and 613A with the 7.3 gas. Is the best bang for your buck.

[@CTECH-REVIEW]

You're right, you can't go wrong with the XLT.

[@ciscogaray5378]

I just got one OTD 2K under msrp.

[@SteveCallsen]

What's 613a?

[@dougcjohn]

Tire & Gears: Same Truck: Moved stock '24 F450 6.7HO Diesel, 4.30 gears with 19.5 commercial tires, moved to 22.5 Wheels & 36" Tires that are 5" taller(2.5" lift by tires), slightly wider tires (apx .7"), both tire sets 16 Ply heavy commercial. Calculations show final drive about 4.00 to 3.95 . Engine at 65 mph turns about 250-300 rpm less (2050 down to 1800). Using ForScan reset all variables to reset speedo for taller tires, speed accurate. Overall milage either same or decreased slightly... hard to tell, still breaking in. I had assumed it would slightly increase with lower final drive and lower RPM for Diesel. Milage has pretty much remained 15-16mpg, although engine still breaking in and conventional oil til next Oil Change.

[@CTECH-REVIEW]

That is some great information about how the gearing changes affect performance!

[@joshuabaker5712]

The mileage is decreased due to rotating weight of bigger tires and wheel and lower RPM's. Just because the RPM's are lower doesn't mean they are in the "sweet spot" for fuel mileage. Changing gesr ratio in the axles can help get it back to where it was stock and help mileage as well. For instance a friend amd I both a have 2018 Ram 2500 6.4 hemi trucks and tow about the same 8k lbs trailer and jeep setup. Both on factory 285/60/20 AT tires. He changed axle gears to 4.88 from 3.73 amd gained fuel mileage and "power". His tows much nicer then mine with the factory 3.73 gears going up hills ect. I get around 8MPG amd he now gets about 12MPG.

[@dougcjohn]

@@joshuabaker5712 Thanks for the comments. Interesting results you got on stock tires… must put Rams engine more in its power band. I’ve considered that as well…. Although more toward the increased weight of larger tires & wheels. The F350 6.7 HO has a 3.31 or 3.55 and several Owners bump tire size up… reducing their final drive even further, Their milage continues to be decent. They use non-commercial tires compared to F450 OEM is heavy 16 ply Commercial tires. Increasing tire diameter moved from 4.30 to apx 4.00, still much stiffer than the F350 on 3.55 gears, although I haven’t looked if F350 has different 10sp Transmission gears and compare final drive ratios… I’m assuming my final drive is still stiffer than F350. The larger tires definitely weigh more and take more energy to get into motion. Shouldn’t take a lot more energy to keep them in motion but it may be more than I originally calculated. I’ll let it get a little more broke in to see where milage settles… moving to Full Synthetic on next oil change too. Power band of the 6.7 is within the 1800 rpm it runs at 65 Cruise. I’ve also been considering moving to non-commercial tires to lighten them up. Changing Axle Gears is an option but I’d prefer to keep RPM’s where they are currently.

[@chaddaniel-f8k]

100% agree with regards to the 7.3L Tremor. Good riding HD truck. Great overall balance of features and capability. I daily drive my '23 7.3L Tremor and I'm very happy with my decision after about 1.5 years.

[@CTECH-REVIEW]

It's awesome to hear you're happy with your Tremor!

[@SteveCallsen]

A friend of mine just got a 24 lariat ultimate & it doesn't have a dummy hub, did they discontinue that dummy hub thing?

[@CTECH-REVIEW]

wow let me confirm, all the 24s I have seen have dummy hub. I will circle back on this

[@Sentras2011]

Love my 23 7.3 4:30 DRW Lariat ultimate. Tows beautifully!

[@CTECH-REVIEW]

Heck ya! Great choice!

[@dvt3802]

The 6.8 sounds different because of it's design, it is snappy and doesn't have the low end torque like the 7.3. A friend has over 25, some of both, the young guys like the 6.8s older guys like the 7.3 grunt.

[@CTECH-REVIEW]

I found out after posting the exhaust system is a little different with 6.8 and 7.3. 7.3 has an extra resonator.

[@dvt3802]

Thanx, I forgot that part. The ford service guy is the one that told us about the design ??

[@logut80]

Not sure what size tanks they have but just say they have a 30gal tank, you could go an extra 45miles per tank with the 3.73. That would add up over the truck's lifetime

[@CTECH-REVIEW]

You are right, that's a lot of extra miles on a tank!

[@ryangorbutt7194]

34 gallon short bed... 48 long bed

[@danstennis1817]

Good video!

[@CTECH-REVIEW]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@rockie307]

Fuel mileage is definitely a considertion for anyone not rich. Do the math in the life of the truck figuring 250,000 miles at current gas prices you will spend almost the same in fuel as the trucks cost. Your looking at 60,000 to 100,000 depending on where you live in the country not even figuring if fuel increases which is likely. 10 % doesn't sound like much but thats 7,000 or more dollars. Choose the gear you desire and makes since for your situation. The 7.3 and 10 speed isnt lacking in power or gearing and either will do pretty well. I couldn't get a tremor for a reasonable price so bought a xl fx4 and built a better tremor 37s full bumper winch 37s armour suspension etc. If i could have got a good deal i would have gotten the 4.30s but even loaded close to max i cannot complain with how it pulls and runs. Also ford went back to manual hubs and only done the weird one hub thing for a short time all are back to normal.

[@CTECH-REVIEW]

Thanks for sharing your experience! You’re right, you gotta do what makes sense for your wallet.

[@fergotti]

Love my 6.7 HO Tremor

[@CTECH-REVIEW]

That’s a phenomenal engine! Hard to not love it. Thanks for watching.

[@BryanVercoe]

350 Lariat 7.3L Gas Tremor w/ Chrome Package in Darkened Bronze would be the spec to get for me

[@CTECH-REVIEW]

Thats a solid setup!

[@jabroni6199]

The weight rating of the axles doesn’t suggest one is much beefier than the other. It suggests the only difference is gearing. Doesn’t make any sense for ford to put a beefier axle in a 7.3 than a diesel.

[@CTECH-REVIEW]

The F350 (non Tremor) gets a different rear axle assembly than the F350 tremor. Not sure why Ford did this, but for some reason they decided to! Ford being Ford!

[@EricSawyer-c8l]

If you could only get a tremor in a long bed,shortbeds are worthless to me thats why i went with a f350 cclb 6.7 h.o. have 4270 lbs of payload and a real bed.

[@CTECH-REVIEW]

I agree, the short beds can be a little limiting.

[@joseph00012]

my 24 Lariat FX4 Sport has 275/65/20, which is 34.1. 3.73 gears.

[@CTECH-REVIEW]

Thats a great comment! Nice truck, I knew this tire was close in size to the Tremor.

[@ckryegrass11]

2024 7.3 with 3.73 and got 6-8mpg pulling 14,000lb 5th wheel 55-60mph

[@CTECH-REVIEW]

Thank you for sharing, did it hold 8th gear? Any diesel experience prior to this?

[@ryangorbutt7194]

Wow.. my 21 f250 7.3 4.3 TREMOR would get 8 easily to 9 in same setting with 13,500 that's shocking with 3.73 regular superduty

[@FordF250Tremor]

When I am not towing, I use the Eco mode and get better gas mileage.

[@CTECH-REVIEW]

That makes a lot of sense, I do the same with my vehicles, I think it works! thanks for watching!

[@JoshSmith-vj3yb]

Well that 7.3 tremor is still better than 2014 5.7 tundra. Ppl complaining about MPG, id take all 3 of those bc your getting alot more truck for the same or better mpg's

[@CTECH-REVIEW]

I totally agree with you, those trucks are getting some great mileage for what they can do.

[@joshuabaker5712]

Id probably go with the black truck. It has the options i would want. Only thing i would add was the 4.30 gears. Experience with towing with gas trucks (Ram 2500 6.4L Hemi) higher gear ratio helps with felt power and towing, as well as mileage.

[@CTECH-REVIEW]

The 4.30 gears are definitely the way to go for towing, they make a huge difference!

[@clafournaise]

Go to 16:00 if you just want the answer to the video title.

[@CTECH-REVIEW]

Thanks for watching!

[@Kriss_L]

Between the price and all the "tech" on new trucks, I doubt I will ever buy anything newer than the 2015 F-350 XL I have now.

[@CTECH-REVIEW]

The older trucks are great, tough to beat!

[@Kriss_L]

@@CTECH-REVIEW Although I don't consider anything model year 2000 and newer "older" yet.

[@kasb58]

Dude, you spent over half of the video talking nonsense unrelated to the title of the video. Wasn't the objective to show MPG differences?

[@CTECH-REVIEW]

Sorry for the confusion. This was all tied to the 3 video series comparing super duty. The mpg for 3.73 truck was in video prior. This video showcased the 4.30 gears mpg.

[@vdpeer]

If we’re talking gear ratio of the rear, of course the higher number will give better mpg. Duh.

[@CTECH-REVIEW]

Shockingly some people would argue this! That’s why I made the video! Thanks for watching!

[@trulyhappy8855]

I make 6 figures comfortably and I can’t afford either of these trucks

[@CTECH-REVIEW]

Thanks for watching, and for the comment!

[@benjaminhale1454]

Its too bad the tremor only comes inashort bed.

[@CTECH-REVIEW]

Agreed!

[@jasonmekush5280]

nice work on ur end. both of these are a waste of money i just bought a 24 ram 6-4 2500 tradesman in florida for 50 grand. 4x4 i get 17 mpg towing 3000 lb at 60 410 gears max towing is 17600 lb. and i have 20 nearky grand before yearly interest on payments to buy whatever i want

[@CTECH-REVIEW]

Thanks for watching, I appreciate your feedback! Enjoy the Ram, they are nice trucks!

[@-Nick-T]

bed step and bumper step gotta go.

[@CTECH-REVIEW]

Thanks for watching!

[@ShelbyvsViper]

May not look like a 2022, but once you have them and use them ‘as a truck’ (not a beauty queen) myself and my employees really like them.

[@rockie307]

Very useful but not the prettiest if that's what your into. I didn't like it at all at first but didn't take long using them to prefer the steps.

[@daveallen7767]

My pickups all get caps, so steps are not useful & ugly

[@-Nick-T]

Mind your Toppers as well doesn't make any sense having the steps there but I guess if a lot of people like them that's the way it goes

[@fit4ya1975]

Designers failed on the front end of these new Ford trucks.

[@CTECH-REVIEW]

Thanks for the feedback!

[@Icutmetal]

Opinions differ…but I agree.

[@trevormcclung740]

Na

[@fit4ya1975]

@@trevormcclung740 Last Gens 2500s were bad ass looking. These look like a Maverick

[@daveallen7767]

2025 Maverick ugly vs previous years

[@kraftzion]

70k for a pickup truck?😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@CTECH-REVIEW]

I know right, those are the cheap ones compared to some of the higher trim levels!