You Won't Believe How Much the New 2018 Ford F-150 Can Tow!

[@BUILTDIESELMAFIA]

can you believe that the superduty 10 years ago wasn't hardly rated for 13,200. man that's awesome.

[@caedom21]

This news is amazing. I drive a F150 and bought a 5.0. I just want to say that this is the golden age of trucks. GM, Dodge and Toyota are gonna try to one up Ford next year and am sure all will put out some fantastic products. Competition is a great thing. It's even better that we have TFL will be covering every single minute of it. All we need now is a Ford Diesel engine and a 5.0 Ecoboost V8. I almost forgot about a Jeep truck! Life is good.

[@mountainhobo]

"this is the golden age of trucks" -- This is also a golden era of truck pricing for the Big Three.

[@KB-bh9hp]

mountainhobo You can still buy a relatively cheap work truck for like 28k for a f250 so it's not that bad, better now because consumers have more options.

[@caedom21]

More like the "platinum" era of truck pricing? It's biggly. I know trucks, that I can tell you. We're going to make American Trucks Great and Pricey again. This I know. It's real easy. We're going to build great trucks and have the Mexicans pay for it. You'd better believe it.

[@CJColvin]

stephen yoo Yea right mate and I seriously they'll outlast my 96 Ford F150 with a 5.0L (302) Windsor V8. Trucks today are not only overpriced but they look hideous and ugly, so complicated to work on, made out of plastic, and lack soul and character as well.

[@CJColvin]

mountainhobo Exactly man.

[@IronCross82]

Now I have a crazy question for you from the 2017 F150 to the 2018 F150 what has been changed to get that 13000 tow rating?

[@niceatrya3477]

16:24 That's all you need to see to bypass the other 16 minutes of news we've already been informed of before.

[@NordicViking88]

GOOD INFO thanks for getting this out so quick

[@TFLnow]

Thanks for watching!

[@markm0000]

I'm not a Ford guy but the 5.0 is the only engine I would trust in a half ton.

[@theroemergarage6119]

If you are going to need to tow 13,200 pounds, you should just get a 3/4 ton. Especially when the half ton costs about the same as the 3/4 ton truck.

[@skoog321]

If the truck is equipped to handed a max towing of 13,200 lbs, SAE Compliant, that just means pulling your 7,000 lbs boat is going to be that much better! I don't think too many folks out there would be thrilled to be driving a half-ton towing 13,000 lbs, but, if it can safely handle it, you know towing the toys is going to a breeze.

[@DanielJaegerFilms]

All these people in the comments saying TFL is biased towards Ford must have not seen their video of the F250 failing before the Ike Gauntlet... lol

[@joelesko681]

DanielJaegerFilms yes we all have seen that episode.... doesn't mean shit.

[@trials_bike-xu3xf]

My 1998 f150 is rated at 6,600 lbs towing capacity I believe so it's pretty impressive that in 20 years it's gained about 7,000 lbs in towing capacity

[@Expressionistix]

We need another oil crisis then prices can come down.

[@philtripe]

causes prices to go up, not down...car companies are FOR PROFIT just like my company and the price is partly determined by what the market will bear and if there was no profit we wouldn't do it...we are not in it to be benevolent

[@Expressionistix]

So you're telling me the cost of a F250 superduty will go up when gas hits $5 a gallon - that makes no sense. I disagree - I think the used truck market will blow up.

[@pilotguy1141]

Katalabix On what planet they are the answer

[@supadoopa926]

+Expressionistix That's not how this works, the fewer trucks they sell, the more money they have to make on each one to stay profitable.

[@Expressionistix]

Supa Doopa Demand would drop, incentives would increase, and markets for cheaper vehicles would flourish. You're ignoring the fact that under $5 or $6 a gallon gas, the economy would be in shambles and new car sales for poor fuel economy vehicles would drastically drop. You can raise prices in this time if you provide a necessity like food, fuel, water, etc but as a car manufacturer, people will run to other cheaper more fuel efficient vehicles, buy on the used market, or maintain their own vehicles for as long as possible.

[@minivanmaster]

I think the King Ranch 2018 is the sexiest truck ever made

[@jeremysmith9868]

What happened to the F-250 that Kent and Andrea blew-up?

[@beartankoperator7950]

I feel like ford is doing a scatter shot of full size trucks to clear the field of anyone who would buy one before they put out the mid size ranger and potentially take sales from the 150

[@myraptor89cook43]

How can anyone afford a truck anymore?

[@ScantSphinx9]

With a good credit score and a 60-month finance with a 5k down payment lol Being debt free is the real American dream these days. We're all slaves to industry and consumerism

[@therealjohnsmith4811]

ScantSphinx9 we are slaves to our own need for instant gratification. Nobody forces anyone to buy a car. If one wants to complain about the payments then they probably shouldn't have bought it in the first place. But of course its the "industrial complex's" fault that I just had to buy a new vehicle I couldn't afford. As one of the best selling vehicles in the world, it seems plenty of folks think they can afford F150s.

[@robertsmith9074]

The Real John Smith this guy gets it everybody else just wants to bitch and blame everyone else

[@CJColvin]

MyRaptor89 Cook Exactly man and I seriously they'll outlast my 96 Ford F150 anyway.

[@CJColvin]

The Real John Smith Exactly man and they don't realize that trucks today are not only overpriced but they look hideous and ugly, so complicated to work on, made out of plastic, and lack soul and character as well.

[@53bigmikejones]

OK, I purchased a 2018 Ford F-150 crew cab with the 2.7 Eco, 10 speed transmission and 3.55 rear end. According to the manual I can tow 11,300 . . . . BUT, in talking to Ford, they say 9000. I purchased a Sunset Trailer Grand Reserve, Dry weight 7500. Loaded it up, weighed it, 8154. I just took it on its maiden voyage of 516 miles which included several 6 and 7 percent grades and pulled and handled great. MPG was 11.5 and even in the windy conditions in SoCal, (had Santa Ana winds on Friday) no sway or problems. Only thing I did to the truck was Firestone Airbags to help stabilize handling. Overall, well pleased with my Ford. Towing, running 11-12 MPG, around town, 17-19 MPG and highway without a trailer, 20-22 MPG.

[@fxdwings]

I have a 2018 f-150 king ranch I bought and it says on the door 7000 gvwr. Truck has 3.5eco boost and 3:55 gears. It's gotta be more than that unless I'm reading it wrong???

[@superdave074]

I hope you get to drive the 5.0! I currently have a '16 2.7 6 speed Ecoboost and almost immediately stopped driving it to keep miles down becaus I knew I would be trading it in shortly after the '18 5.0 10 speed would be released. I tow a 5500 lb travel trailer and feel that 2.7 has to "flex" its muscles the whole time causing my poor mpg's. My thoughts are the 5.0 10 speed won't need to work as hard giving me better fuel economy whether I'm towing or not. What do you think? I feel bad for my 2.7 because she just sits in the garage and still has that new car smell. I can't wait to see you all tow realistic weight with ALL the trucks. I want naturally aspirated again because I don't want to deal with any turbo issues down the road. Thanks and can't wait until tomorrow!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@maryellengrabendike4620]

I drive a 2016 Ford F-150 XLT with a 3.5L EcoBoost and it has almost 100,000 miles its cool

[@DGETHIS01]

Weri RAFE 50,000 miles a year!?

[@robertsmith9074]

Weri RAFE what do you do for a living in drive the piss out of my car and put maybe 35-40k a year on it

[@maryellengrabendike4620]

Robert Smith I sell pipe and deliver pipe to people but I love the pro trailer backup assist

[@775summit]

Test the 2.7 L MPG. I'm getting around 16 on combined and the sticker says I should be getting closer to 20. I will admit I do like my sport mode. Just wondering what you guys have found out on your 2.7 MPG runs

[@brettradecki]

2.7L tow test to see when the boost makes good pulling power

[@bikesaretheansr5742]

So what is the max towing on an 18 F150? Can't find it in the video

[@robertwise1411]

Jerry Bowers over 13k per Ford but that will be with the diesel which hasn't been released so hold tight

[@CoelhoSports]

go to the other recent video where they tried to do their towing test and the radiator blew almost immediately

[@MikeJohnson-nr4yo]

13 200lbs. holy shit

[@AnthonySvt_]

Is there anyway of getting a signal cab and short bed F150? I’ve seen one where I live and it was a company work truck

[@bboy1hunnid329]

La_Lobo_Negra yes. Not common though. Dealers usually have them in the back or can find you one

[@robertsmith9074]

Bboy 1hunnid you want rare try and find a long bed extended cab half ton I see lots of scsb

[@bboy1hunnid329]

Robert Smith lol also true.

[@jeffmalz7103]

I'll stick with high displacement v8. Will outlast a v6 turbo

[@CJColvin]

Jeff Malz Exactly man.

[@ricmills251]

I have had both the 5.0 and the 3.5 ecoboost. The Ecoboost performance is amazing. The 5.0 was good and they both got close to the same gas mileage. The prices are HIGH on both but I do keep mine for 5+ years and they seem to hold up very well. They get used on and off road and handle everything I can dish out. The Ecoboost has a great tow rating and has an edge in gas mileage. The 2018 is intriguing as they have upped the tow anti.

[@kingdaniel3519]

If anybody would know, it's you, fuckface.

[@Gymbear-o8q]

Do you still need to have a oil catch can on the eco boast

[@hwyfools]

1/2 ton Fords are very capable these days with payload and towing capacities. The trans cooler included with the Tow Options is key. Loaded down you can definitely tell your in a 1/2 ton but they will get it done. Loading everyday a set of airbags helps the stance. 2.7 is impressive loaded and has plenty of TQ. IMO 2.7 tow package 3.55 rear end with Fords 36 gallon optional gas tank is the ticket. Unloaded the 2.7 sips fuel.

[@mattbarnabe]

Guys, I really enjoy your videos, but you need to invest in mics- the sound quality is poor on these "studio" vids lately. I appreciate you are on a budget but professionalism is always rewarded!

[@aristein88]

Speaking of GMC, do you guys test the denali?

[@foxmustangbeer]

Good informations thx TFL

[@pedro_bullzmendoza6744]

So how much will the 5.0 single cab cost?

[@rogelv8td]

What about the 3.0 Powerstroke, is it going to production or not because the possible problems with the EPA.

[@bryce2082]

if i would tow 13,200 pounds, then i'd be going with a gas 3/4

[@roywynter9983]

Yes it's a Ford promo, that's why Ford invite them and others like them to see what's coming in the fall. Then later they will give vehicles to drive to see if they match the hype.

[@AgateBlackST]

I get 14.1 mpg in a 17 f150 screw with 5.0l 2wd in Texas is that gd?

[@bkzed7947]

It depends on how you're driving it. If you're sitting at a light, you're mileage will be 0 MPG.

[@robertsmith9074]

City that's fine my dad's 2011 Silverado 5.3 averages 17 combined and it's 4×4 extended cab long bed that's mostly highway tho to be fair

[@nickferderer2585]

ProjectSN95 surprised you don't get more my 17 tundra crewmax with the 5.7 gets 16.3

[@AgateBlackST]

Its a grocery getter to be honest I only drive it in the "city" so most of my comutes are like 10mins max oh and I use it to tow my mother in law when she needs and ride to work

[@lukecates5136]

I agree with Andre and the 5.0

[@MetaView7]

The new Ford engines are going to blow all the competitors away. I would buy one if they are a bit more reliable.

[@erics9754]

The last part of your comment is very telling the only thing Ford will blow away is their head gaskets.

[@foxwithshades7080]

Does anyone know when the new stats for the silverado will be released?

[@Vortex-y7p]

Love to see a video review of the 3.3L or 3.5L Platinum

[@TFLnow]

Thanks for the feedback!

[@ojedasadventurez2875]

What's new with the new 2018 GMC 1500

[@charlesdegener7002]

The 3.5 L eco-boost he’s not only in the raptor your facts straight I have it in my 2018 Lariat

[@danielrobinson4227]

14.1 mpg average for a raptor? My crew cab fx4 super duty with the 6.2 gets 13.2 and it weighs over 7500 lbs! I guess it's all about your driving style.

[@toddalmond5499]

5.0

[@ksmit220]

5.0

[@daltonkenworthy8970]

Todd Almond 5.0

[@Biggchad]

Todd Almond 5.8

[@bjhe333]

3.5 eco

[@Icutmetal]

The new engines are awesome; hell, even the 2.7 EcoBoost is rated higher than my 460.

[@SpeedDemo2581]

I'm just worry that these smaller engines will be working to hard to get MPGs in real world. Plus not to mention towing all that weight too

[@AgateBlackST]

I didn't even know u guys had another channel lol

[@gvc56100]

I don't know the numbers but the crew cab probably sells the most and that should be the numbers posted..

[@willie9397]

some people here are just idiots, just because a truck has proven it can tow 13000 lbs doesn't mean you have to, that's the limit, just because a car can do 200mph doesn't mean you have to drive that fast, just sayin

[@CJColvin]

Willie G Exactly man but these Modern car lovers just don't get it.

[@WiIdbiII]

Anyone know what the towing cap.is on a 2018 5.0l extended cab short bed 4x4 with 3:73 diff?

[@lonewhitewolf8232]

I'll stick to light duty GM trucks and Cummins trucks

[@kingdaniel3519]

What's it like being Amish?

[@MiguelRodriguez-zz3cw]

13000 pounds ? Funny because a rental company doesn't care if you're ecoboost can tow that they will consider it a 1500 series. And won't let you leave with a trailer of 8500 pounds. And people want to pull that much just buy a diesel.

[@franz4294]

The 5.0L will still likely have better real-world MPG than the Ecoboost 3.5L.

[@dannyneal9713]

Franz it is about the same until the turbo is under a load. One of my friends had both 3.5 and the 5.0 he had the 5.0 with the older body style before the aluminium style with 4x4 king ranch bigger tires and wheels traded it in for the new body style king ranch 4x4 3.5. He said the 3.5 is MUCH faster before adding the exact same tires, but the fuel economy changed a great deal when he added the tires compared to when he did it to the v8. He lost ALOT more mpg on the turbo 6 than he did with 5.0. With that being said he says the 3.5 still feels like it is still a little bit faster than his old 5.0 BUT he would buy the 5.0 because he did get a bit more mpg with those tires than the 3.5 and the 5.0 is VERY MUCH CHEAPER to fix the the turbo charged v6.

[@hambone8826]

danny neal, how strong the 5.0L feels depends on the gearing. Also, gearing impacts mileage, but if you have a lot of power demands, then MPG won't be as different as you'd think. Ford configured most F150 5.0s with very tall gears and small final drives, making them less suited for towing and hauling. Ford has really neglected the 5.0L, but I'm hoping the updates will make it a better option for people that expect towing and hauling power.

[@larry8065]

Can only imagine 3.73? How about 3.93, 4.10 or 4.30? If you're going to tow, you should have the right gear for the right job. That's how it should be done, not with complicated forced induction. And with the right gearing keeping you in the power band, your MPG won't bit hit so hard because the engine won't be laboring to keep up. Beyond brakes, gearing is more important with towing than anything.

[@777lukasz9]

Turbos and direct injection and 10 speed. No more used truck market.

[@hpac8381]

you only gave one tow rating? ?

[@evanwarren3528]

Where is Nathan?

[@Loujr2250]

I'll be sticking with the coyote. If I decide to go with a F150 instead of a GT. I'll just get a xlt with the sport package. And invest in a nice exhaust and decent lift tires and rims and be set.

[@AntonioLopez-mb9jj]

0:28 if your a WWE fan doesn't 10 both hands like that and saying 10 remind you of Tye Dillinger

[@maxracingteam23]

I want to see the new 5.0 and 3.5 ecoboost with the new 10 speed loaded on the Ike. I've got a 2.7 right now and need a bigger truck, more payload and longer wheelbase. Chow! 😜

[@2511jeremy]

garenteed that Chevy Will still calm they have best towing

[@robertsmith9074]

Jeremy quiring best in class *V8 towing lmao

[@wherecar54]

5.0 is the better choice

[@JAMESBOND-tw4dr]

THESE TURBO CHARGE MOTORS DONT LAST

[@whiteandnerdytuba]

Wouldn't matter that y'all make a 20-30 minute live video for each press release or top 10, but since y'all moved to a lower quality more live unedited videos it gets hard to watch your videos. If there was a normal video on the other channels it would be fine but this is the only way to get this information from y'all so I'm looking at others instead of watching these long rambling videos

[@TFLnow]

+whiteandnerdytuba you can also just go to TFLtruck.com and get the full story.

[@codystephens1144]

Max towing is with crew cab 6.5 ft bed 2wd

[@blkngwinn]

Without a doubt the 5.0 2WD

[@badphil71]

no way im hooking a 13000 pound trailer to a half ton!

[@HooksPlays]

5.0 with the 10 speed

[@evilco.8496]

Where's the new 2018 Super-Duty?

[@danhellerjr]

The 3.5 EcoBoost will outperform all comers. @ Joe Lesko

[@joelesko681]

Daniel Heller they won't last... they'll be beasts for 5-8!years then the turbo's will fail and need replacement after warranty is up.

[@fordmud]

Joe Lesko What makes these turbos any different than those on a diesel that everyone praises for reliability. The answer is nothing, other then they typically see less heat than a diesel which will only help, and less soot to plug them up. As long as the engine is built for boost and not just a n/a gas, its every bit as good as its v8 and diesel engines of the same power range, except the 3.5l ecoboost makes ALOT better and broader torque curve than any v8 i have driven. They feel just like a diesel or electric motor, they dont need to be screaming to pull a load.

[@UltimaRSfan]

Daniel Heller The problem with the ecoboost is it's either Eco or boost. All or nothing.

[@fordmud]

Stephen Nichols Still better than having a big v8 thats always "boost" with the bad fuel mileage when your not towing. And my experience with them is towing over 6500lbs they still put out the same or 1-2 mpg better than a v8 of the same torque, except when you unhook the trailer i personally get 17.5 mpg only driving in town and it averages 21 on long freeway trips. Its been as high as 24 but not very often.

[@kirkenstang]

Luke Strough finally! Someone who gets it! I agree 100%.

[@wilsonproductions3504]

just uploaded a video on my channel of a magma red 2018 f150 and I tell you what that color is badass.

[@ThisLifeNow1]

Have y’all ever done an overweight towing video?

[@JAMESBOND-tw4dr]

I HEAR THE 2040 FORD F-150 WILL TOW 500 000 POUNDS

[@chrislaney8861]

I wanna see the FX4, 5.0 10-speed!

[@ronbogusz4592]

Drive the 5.0 if possible

[@camaro_kyle6851]

wait so 13, 200 lbs? thats pretty believeable tfl, because chevy and ram can tow about 12,000

[@MegaElkHunter1]

CAMARO_KYLE in what world does a half ton chevy or dodge tow 12k? Last time someone did a real world test of 9k on a ram it shit it's pants and had nowhere near the power needed to tow it. And the chevy was just as bad. But the ford loved it

[@jonathantolliver4150]

I guess chevy can take down their best in class towing commercial. It was a good 2 week run though.

[@jessehernandez5043]

Jonathan tolliver everyone knows "best in class" is a very loose and subjective term and is used differently amongst each of the manufacturers. Best in class 1/2 ton, best in class diesel engine (Ram), best in class turbo gas engine or V6 (Ford). They do this for everything so it shouldn't be your deciding factor to buy one over the other it's all marketing

[@robertsmith9074]

99% of the trucks sold don't reach the max towing capacity anyway

[@FordTruckGuyKyle]

I love my ford superDuty king ranch f350 dually

[@JAMESBOND-tw4dr]

I HEAR THE 2025 FORD RANGER WILL TOW 200 000 POUNDS

[@callofdutyguy9]

Toyota 5.7 in F150 would pull better.

[@Lawrosa1]

Yeah and the tow hitch on the 2018.s are not rated more then 12,200 lbs..( from my research) So tell me how your going to get 13000 plus? I assume when someone complains they will start throwing new stickers on the hitches.. But theres more... Also the GCWR on a truck I was looking at was 18400. That means if I towed 13000 the truck can only weight 5400 lbs... Ha ha ha.. The 13000 is calculated with a sae j2807.. New calculations for trailer weight ratings: In addition to the performance standards, SAE J2807 also uses a specific set of assumptions to calculate maximum trailer weight ratings: For light-duty full-size pickups (GVWR < 8,500 lbs.), SAE J2807 assumes that the tow vehicle includes any options with higher than 33 percent penetration; It assumes there is both a driver and passenger in the vehicle, each weighing 150 pounds; It assumes that tow vehicles also include up to 70 pounds of aftermarket hitch equipment (where applicable); and For conventional trailer towing, SAE J2807 assumes that 10 percent of the trailer weight is on the tongue. Wow!!!! Lets put this togther here.. With an 18400 GCWR - 13000 max trailer lbs your truck cant weigh more then 5400 lbs... WHAT!!! Take out the two drivers 300 lbs, 70 lbs cargo, and 10% TW 1300lbs. So your truck empty needs to weigh 3,730 lbs... No way something is flawed... I bet no one has an answer!!! And I think my math is somewhat correct..

[@manowar5516]

5.0 or bust!!!

[@israellara77]

Still a freaking V6!!😂😂😂

[@ErraticSelf]

The 3.5L High-Output exclusively in the Raptor is what I’d want. 510 lb-ft torque. Just an absolute monster! I will however, hold out my final determination for the upcoming diesel this spring because hauling heavy loads with the F-150 is the most important factor for me. I’m also looking forward to what Ford is bringing to the 2018 Super Duty line up! That Raptor though is just the best available right now! Period. $71,000 fully optioned Raptor with cosmetics. _-Anyone able to hook me up with that employee discount though?-_ 😈😝

[@erics9754]

Do these guys get kick backs from Ford I really think so.

[@raywilson96]

Today's half tons are yesterday's 3/4 tons.

[@raywilson96]

Kevin Noll that ain't no kidding.

[@connerbutler1077]

Ray Wilson completely false! Try loading 3 tons in the bed of a half ton...

[@raywilson96]

Dodge 318 Cummins tell me what the payload capabilities of a mid 90s f250 are.

[@connerbutler1077]

Ray Wilson I've had 3 tons of gravel and soil in my 1991 dodge d250 buddy not sure if a ford could handle that...

[@raywilson96]

Dodge 318 Cummins ya and I bet your going to tell it wasn't even on the bump stops either.

[@MJYontheFly]

5.0!!!

[@wx4newengland]

29,000, for a base truck. So vinyl seats, floor, yikes.

[@connerbutler1077]

wx4newengland msrp*

[@suburbancowboy9]

3.5 try and max it out!

[@cvalle3443]

Drive the 2.7 10spd!

[@wiscokid9890]

5.0-3.5

[@marathonbaker]

Is this a sales pitch or news?

[@GWFarms1994]

Tow with the 3.5

[@kingtut7563]

No more Ford videos until you know about the new diesel.

[@MegaZedlav]

I thought you need a mangina to drive a full size pick up with less than 8 cyclinders. 🤔🤔🤔🤔

[@howardmorris7949]

5 liter....

[@Someonehad2sayit]

I don't know what Ford is thinking with adding a v6 desiel. The ecoboost engines have the full range of towing covered, there really is no place for the desiel. I mean, where would it fit? Any more towing capabilities would require a 1 ton. Doesnt make sense.

[@MikeJohnson-nr4yo]

A 3.0L diesel should be the king of fuel economy for Ford and competes with Ram / Titan XD has the only two other diesel options.

[@caedom21]

It's b/c there's a demand. Ford would build it's engine out of lego blocks if people are willing to buy it. Sometimes its understandable... sometimes it's not... like the WNBA.

[@joshtavenner3073]

Fordfanone it's not for max towing. It's for max fuel economy while still retaining good rowing numbers.

[@BUILTDIESELMAFIA]

Fordfanone it fits for mileage. it'll be the mileage Kong easily. also with that mileage it'll be able to pull a crap load and still get great mileage. it'll be THE engine for those who want an F150 to tow on a tree egualr basis with.

[@cvcc8083]

Fuel costs aren't the bottom line. In fact, fuel economy doesn't even determine your fuel costs.

[@GodRam1988]

Why does ford insist on major towing number with a 150? Leave the heavy duty work to heavy duty trucks! Not to mention I would never trust a ecoboost! Il take an n/a v8 anyday! But I understand tlf. Must have to make ford look good after that disaster of an Ike run by that superduty🙄

[@CoelhoSports]

well, we already saw in the other recent TFL video what happens in the real world when you try to tow with a ford instead of reading off a spec sheet.

[@ismaelramirez7526]

5.0 MERICA!

[@freedomjesse]

Ferd Rulz

[@joeyburnham2342]

Built Ford tough 👊