2026 Ford Transit towing capacity
Maximum loaded trailer weight7,500 lbs3.5L EcoBoost V6, Cutaway 350HD DRW RWD 138" WB (conventional towing) · 3.5L EcoBoost V6, Cutaway 350HD DRW RWD 156" WB (conventional towing) · 3.5L EcoBoost V6, Cutaway 350HD DRW RWD 178" WB (conventional towing) · 3.5L EcoBoost V6, Cutaway 350HD DRW AWD 138" WB (conventional towing) · 3.5L EcoBoost V6, Cutaway 350HD DRW AWD 156" WB (conventional towing) · 3.5L EcoBoost V6, Cutaway 350HD DRW AWD 178" WB (conventional towing) · 3.5L EcoBoost V6, Chassis Cab 350HD DRW RWD 138" WB (conventional towing) · 3.5L EcoBoost V6, Chassis Cab 350HD DRW RWD 156" WB (conventional towing) · 3.5L EcoBoost V6, Chassis Cab 350HD DRW RWD 178" WB (conventional towing) · 3.5L EcoBoost V6, Chassis Cab 350HD DRW AWD 138" WB (conventional towing) · 3.5L EcoBoost V6, Chassis Cab 350HD DRW AWD 156" WB (conventional towing) · 3.5L EcoBoost V6, Chassis Cab 350HD DRW AWD 178" WB (conventional towing) · when properly equipped
How to read this page · tables, footnotes and hitch limits explained
Towing capacity by configuration
Ford prints 4 separate tables for the Transit in this guide. They are shown below as printed, each with the footnotes of its own page.
Passenger van, conventional towing: 3.5L PFDI V6, 3.5L EcoBoost V6
Ford guide page 34 · Automatic transmission
| Engine | Axle | Configuration | GCWR | Max trailer |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5L PFDI V6 | 3.73 | Passenger Van 350 RWD 148" WB Low Roof | 10,800 lbs | 4,200 lbs 1,905 kg |
| 3.5L PFDI V6 | 3.73 | Passenger Van 350 RWD 148" WB Medium Roof | 10,800 lbs | 4,100 / 4,0002 lbs 1,860 kg / 1,814 kg |
| 3.5L PFDI V6 | 3.73 | Passenger Van 350 RWD 148" WB High Roof | 10,800 lbs | 3,900 lbs 1,769 kg |
| 3.5L PFDI V6 | 3.73 | Passenger Van 350 AWD 148" WB Low Roof | 10,800 lbs | 4,000 lbs 1,814 kg |
| 3.5L PFDI V6 | 3.73 | Passenger Van 350 AWD 148" WB Medium Roof | 10,800 lbs | 3,8002 lbs 1,724 kg |
| 3.5L PFDI V6 | 3.73 | Passenger Van 350 AWD 148" WB High Roof | 10,800 lbs | 3,700 lbs 1,678 kg |
| 3.5L PFDI V6 | 4.10 | Passenger Van 350 RWD 148" WB Low Roof | 11,200 lbs | 4,500 lbs 2,041 kg |
| 3.5L PFDI V6 | 4.10 | Passenger Van 350 RWD 148" WB Medium Roof | 11,200 lbs | 4,400 / 4,3002 lbs 1,996 kg / 1,950 kg |
| 3.5L PFDI V6 | 4.10 | Passenger Van 350 RWD 148" WB High Roof | 11,200 lbs | 4,200 lbs 1,905 kg |
| 3.5L PFDI V6 | 4.10 | Passenger Van 350 AWD 148" WB Low Roof | 11,200 lbs | 4,300 lbs 1,950 kg |
| 3.5L PFDI V6 | 4.10 | Passenger Van 350 AWD 148" WB Medium Roof | 11,200 lbs | 4,100 lbs 1,860 kg |
| 3.5L PFDI V6 | 4.10 | Passenger Van 350 AWD 148" WB High Roof | 11,200 lbs | 4,000 lbs 1,814 kg |
| 3.5L EcoBoost V6 | 3.73 | Passenger Van 350 RWD 148" WB Low Roof | 11,200 lbs | 4,400 lbs 1,996 kg |
| 3.5L EcoBoost V6 | 3.73 | Passenger Van 350 RWD 148" WB Medium Roof | 11,200 lbs | 4,300 lbs 1,950 kg |
| 3.5L EcoBoost V6 | 3.73 | Passenger Van 350 RWD 148" WB High Roof | 11,200 lbs | 4,100 lbs 1,860 kg |
| 3.5L EcoBoost V6 | 3.73 | Passenger Van 350 RWD 148" WB Extended High Roof | 11,200 lbs | 3,600 lbs 1,633 kg |
| 3.5L EcoBoost V6 | 3.73 | Passenger Van 350 AWD 148" WB Low Roof | 11,200 lbs | 4,200 lbs 1,905 kg |
| 3.5L EcoBoost V6 | 3.73 | Passenger Van 350 AWD 148" WB Medium Roof | 11,200 lbs | 4,100 lbs 1,860 kg |
| 3.5L EcoBoost V6 | 3.73 | Passenger Van 350 AWD 148" WB High Roof | 11,200 lbs | 3,900 lbs 1,769 kg |
| 3.5L EcoBoost V6 | 3.73 | Passenger Van 350 AWD 148" WB Extended High Roof | 11,200 lbs | 3,300 lbs 1,497 kg |
- 1 Maximum towing capabilities are for properly equipped vehicles with required equipment and a 150-lb. driver and passenger and vary based on cargo, vehicle configuration, accessories, option content and number of passengers. For additional information, see your Ford Dealer.
- 2 15-passenger van.
Cargo van, conventional towing: 3.5L PFDI V6, 3.5L EcoBoost V6
Ford guide page 34 · Automatic transmission
| Engine | Axle | Configuration | GCWR | Max trailer |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5L PFDI V6 | 3.73 | Cargo Van 150/250/350 RWD 130" WB Low Roof | 10,800 lbs | 5,300 lbs 2,404 kg |
| 3.5L PFDI V6 | 3.73 | Cargo Van 150/250/350 RWD 148" WB Low Roof | 10,800 lbs | 5,200 lbs 2,359 kg |
| 3.5L PFDI V6 | 3.73 | Cargo Van 150/250/350 RWD 148" WB Medium Roof | 10,800 lbs | 5,000 lbs 2,268 kg |
| 3.5L PFDI V6 | 3.73 | Cargo Van 250/350 RWD 148" WB High Roof | 10,800 lbs | 4,900 lbs 2,223 kg |
| 3.5L PFDI V6 | 4.10 | Cargo Van 150/250/350 RWD 130" WB Low Roof | 12,000 lbs | 6,400 lbs 2,903 kg |
| 3.5L PFDI V6 | 4.10 | Cargo Van 150/250/350 RWD 148" WB Low Roof | 12,000 lbs | 6,300 lbs 2,858 kg |
| 3.5L PFDI V6 | 4.10 | Cargo Van 350HD RWD 148" WB Low Roof | 12,000 lbs | 6,300 lbs 2,858 kg |
| 3.5L PFDI V6 | 4.10 | Cargo Van 150/250/350 RWD 148" WB Medium Roof | 12,000 lbs | 6,100 lbs 2,767 kg |
| 3.5L PFDI V6 | 4.10 | Cargo Van 350HD RWD 148" WB Medium Roof | 12,000 lbs | 6,100 lbs 2,767 kg |
| 3.5L PFDI V6 | 4.10 | Cargo Van 250/350 RWD 148" WB High Roof | 12,000 lbs | 6,000 lbs 2,722 kg |
| 3.5L PFDI V6 | 4.10 | Cargo Van 350HD RWD 148" WB High Roof | 12,000 lbs | 6,000 lbs 2,722 kg |
| 3.5L PFDI V6 | 4.10 | Cargo Van 250/350 RWD 148" WB Extended High Roof | 12,000 lbs | 5,800 lbs 2,631 kg |
| 3.5L PFDI V6 | 4.10 | Cargo Van 350HD RWD 148" WB Extended High Roof | 12,000 lbs | 5,800 lbs 2,631 kg |
| 3.5L PFDI V6 | 4.10 | Cargo Van 350HD DRW RWD 148" WB Extended High Roof | 12,000 lbs | 5,600 lbs 2,540 kg |
| 3.5L EcoBoost V6 | 3.73 | Cargo Van 150/250/350 RWD 130" WB Low Roof | 12,600 lbs | 6,900 lbs 3,130 kg |
| 3.5L EcoBoost V6 | 3.73 | Cargo Van 150/250/350 RWD 148" WB Low Roof | 12,600 lbs | 6,800 lbs 3,084 kg |
| 3.5L EcoBoost V6 | 3.73 | Cargo Van 350HD RWD 148" WB Low Roof | 12,600 lbs | 6,800 lbs 3,084 kg |
| 3.5L EcoBoost V6 | 3.73 | Cargo Van 150/250/350 RWD 148" WB Medium Roof | 12,600 lbs | 6,700 lbs 3,039 kg |
| 3.5L EcoBoost V6 | 3.73 | Cargo Van 350HD RWD 148" WB Medium Roof | 12,600 lbs | 6,700 lbs 3,039 kg |
| 3.5L EcoBoost V6 | 3.73 | Cargo Van 250/350 RWD 148" WB High Roof | 12,600 lbs | 6,600 lbs 2,994 kg |
| 3.5L EcoBoost V6 | 3.73 | Cargo Van 350HD RWD 148" WB High Roof | 12,600 lbs | 6,600 lbs 2,994 kg |
| 3.5L EcoBoost V6 | 3.73 | Cargo Van 250/350 RWD 148" WB Extended High Roof | 12,600 lbs | 6,400 lbs 2,903 kg |
| 3.5L EcoBoost V6 | – | Cargo Van 350HD RWD 148" WB Extended High Roof | 13,000 lbs | 6,700 lbs 3,039 kg |
| 3.5L EcoBoost V6 | – | Cargo Van 350HD DRW RWD 148" WB Extended High Roof | 13,000 lbs | 6,600 lbs 2,994 kg |
| 3.5L PFDI V6 | 3.73 | Cargo Van 150/250/350 AWD 130" WB Low Roof | 10,800 lbs | 5,100 lbs 2,313 kg |
| 3.5L PFDI V6 | 3.73 | Cargo Van 150/250/350 AWD 148" WB Low Roof | 10,800 lbs | 5,000 lbs 2,268 kg |
| 3.5L PFDI V6 | 3.73 | Cargo Van 150/250/350 AWD 148" WB Medium Roof | 10,800 lbs | 4,800 lbs 2,177 kg |
| 3.5L PFDI V6 | 3.73 | Cargo Van 250/350 AWD 148" WB High Roof | 10,800 lbs | 4,700 lbs 2,132 kg |
| 3.5L PFDI V6 | 4.10 | Cargo Van 150/250/350 AWD 130" WB Low Roof | 12,000 lbs | 6,200 lbs 2,812 kg |
| 3.5L PFDI V6 | 4.10 | Cargo Van 150/250/350 AWD 148" WB Low Roof | 12,000 lbs | 6,100 lbs 2,767 kg |
| 3.5L PFDI V6 | 4.10 | Cargo Van 350HD AWD 148" WB Low Roof | 12,000 lbs | 6,100 lbs 2,767 kg |
| 3.5L PFDI V6 | 4.10 | Cargo Van 150/250/350 AWD 148" WB Medium Roof | 12,000 lbs | 5,900 lbs 2,676 kg |
| 3.5L PFDI V6 | 4.10 | Cargo Van 350HD AWD 148" WB Medium Roof | 12,000 lbs | 5,900 lbs 2,676 kg |
| 3.5L PFDI V6 | 4.10 | Cargo Van 250/350 AWD 148" WB High Roof | 12,000 lbs | 5,800 lbs 2,631 kg |
| 3.5L PFDI V6 | 4.10 | Cargo Van 350HD AWD 148" WB High Roof | 12,000 lbs | 5,800 lbs 2,631 kg |
| 3.5L PFDI V6 | 4.10 | Cargo Van 250/350 AWD 148" WB Extended High Roof | 12,000 lbs | 5,600 lbs 2,540 kg |
| 3.5L PFDI V6 | 4.10 | Cargo Van 350HD AWD 148" WB Extended High Roof | 12,000 lbs | 5,600 lbs 2,540 kg |
| 3.5L PFDI V6 | 4.10 | Cargo Van 350HD DRW AWD 148" WB Extended High Roof | 12,000 lbs | 5,400 lbs 2,449 kg |
| 3.5L EcoBoost V6 | 3.73 | Cargo Van 150/250/350 AWD 130" WB Low Roof | 12,600 lbs | 6,700 lbs 3,039 kg |
| 3.5L EcoBoost V6 | 3.73 | Cargo Van 150/250/350 AWD 148" WB Low Roof | 12,600 lbs | 6,600 lbs 2,994 kg |
| 3.5L EcoBoost V6 | 3.73 | Cargo Van 350HD AWD 148" WB Low Roof | 12,600 lbs | 6,600 lbs 2,994 kg |
| 3.5L EcoBoost V6 | 3.73 | Cargo Van 150/250/350 AWD 148" WB Medium Roof | 12,600 lbs | 6,500 lbs 2,948 kg |
| 3.5L EcoBoost V6 | 3.73 | Cargo Van 350HD AWD 148" WB Medium Roof | 12,600 lbs | 6,500 lbs 2,948 kg |
| 3.5L EcoBoost V6 | 3.73 | Cargo Van 250/350 AWD 148" WB High Roof | 12,600 lbs | 6,400 lbs 2,903 kg |
| 3.5L EcoBoost V6 | 3.73 | Cargo Van 350HD AWD 148" WB High Roof | 12,600 lbs | 6,400 lbs 2,903 kg |
| 3.5L EcoBoost V6 | 3.73 | Cargo Van 250/350 AWD 148" WB Extended High Roof | 12,600 lbs | 6,200 lbs 2,812 kg |
| 3.5L EcoBoost V6 | – | Cargo Van 350HD AWD 148" WB Extended High Roof | 13,000 lbs | 6,400 lbs 2,903 kg |
| 3.5L EcoBoost V6 | – | Cargo Van 350HD DRW AWD 148" WB Extended High Roof | 13,000 lbs | 6,300 lbs 2,858 kg |
- 1 Maximum towing capabilities are for properly equipped vehicles with required equipment and a 150-lb. driver and passenger and vary based on cargo, vehicle configuration, accessories, option content and number of passengers. For additional information, see your Ford Dealer.
Cutaway, conventional towing: 3.5L PFDI V6, 3.5L EcoBoost V6
Ford guide page 35 · Automatic transmission
| Engine | Axle | Configuration | GCWR | Max trailer |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5L PFDI V6 | 4.10 | Cutaway 250/350 RWD 138" WB | 12,000 lbs | 6,500 lbs 2,948 kg |
| 3.5L PFDI V6 | 4.10 | Cutaway 350HD DRW RWD 138" WB | 12,000 lbs | 6,400 lbs 2,903 kg |
| 3.5L PFDI V6 | 4.10 | Cutaway 250/350 RWD 156" WB | 12,000 lbs | 6,400 lbs 2,903 kg |
| 3.5L PFDI V6 | 4.10 | Cutaway 350HD DRW RWD 156" WB | 12,000 lbs | 6,200 lbs 2,812 kg |
| 3.5L PFDI V6 | 4.10 | Cutaway 350 RWD 178" WB | 12,000 lbs | 6,100 lbs 2,767 kg |
| 3.5L PFDI V6 | 4.10 | Cutaway 350HD DRW RWD 178" WB | 12,000 lbs | 6,000 lbs 2,722 kg |
| 3.5L PFDI V6 | 4.10 | Cutaway 250/350 AWD 138" WB | 12,000 lbs | 6,300 lbs 2,858 kg |
| 3.5L PFDI V6 | 4.10 | Cutaway 350HD DRW AWD 138" WB | 12,000 lbs | 6,100 lbs 2,767 kg |
| 3.5L PFDI V6 | 4.10 | Cutaway 250/350 AWD 156" WB | 12,000 lbs | 6,200 lbs 2,812 kg |
| 3.5L PFDI V6 | 4.10 | Cutaway 350HD DRW AWD 156" WB | 12,000 lbs | 6,000 lbs 2,722 kg |
| 3.5L PFDI V6 | 4.10 | Cutaway 350 AWD 178" WB | 12,000 lbs | 5,900 lbs 2,676 kg |
| 3.5L PFDI V6 | 4.10 | Cutaway 350HD DRW AWD 178" WB | 12,000 lbs | 5,700 lbs 2,585 kg |
| 3.5L EcoBoost V6 | 3.73 | Cutaway 250/350 RWD 138" WB | 12,600 lbs | 7,100 lbs 3,221 kg |
| 3.5L EcoBoost V6 | 3.73 | Cutaway 250/350 RWD 156" WB | 12,600 lbs | 6,900 lbs 3,130 kg |
| 3.5L EcoBoost V6 | 3.73 | Cutaway 250/350 AWD 138" WB | 12,600 lbs | 6,800 lbs 3,084 kg |
| 3.5L EcoBoost V6 | 3.73 | Cutaway 250/350 AWD 156" WB | 12,600 lbs | 6,700 lbs 3,039 kg |
| 3.5L EcoBoost V6 | – | Cutaway 350HD DRW RWD 138" WB | 13,000 lbs | 7,300 lbs 3,311 kg |
| 3.5L EcoBoost V6 | – | Cutaway 350HD DRW RWD 156" WB | 13,000 lbs | 7,100 lbs 3,221 kg |
| 3.5L EcoBoost V6 | – | Cutaway 350 RWD 178" WB | 13,000 lbs | 7,100 lbs 3,221 kg |
| 3.5L EcoBoost V6 | – | Cutaway 350HD DRW RWD 178" WB | 13,000 lbs | 6,900 lbs 3,130 kg |
| 3.5L EcoBoost V6 | – | Cutaway 350HD DRW AWD 138" WB | 13,000 lbs | 7,100 lbs 3,221 kg |
| 3.5L EcoBoost V6 | – | Cutaway 350HD DRW AWD 156" WB | 13,000 lbs | 6,900 lbs 3,130 kg |
| 3.5L EcoBoost V6 | – | Cutaway 350 AWD 178" WB | 13,000 lbs | 6,800 lbs 3,084 kg |
| 3.5L EcoBoost V6 | – | Cutaway 350HD DRW AWD 178" WB | 13,000 lbs | 6,700 lbs 3,039 kg |
| 3.5L EcoBoost V6 | – | Cutaway 350HD DRW RWD 138" WB | 15,000 lbs | 7,500 lbs 3,402 kg |
| 3.5L EcoBoost V6 | – | Cutaway 350HD DRW RWD 156" WB | 15,000 lbs | 7,500 lbs 3,402 kg |
| 3.5L EcoBoost V6 | – | Cutaway 350HD DRW RWD 178" WB | 15,000 lbs | 7,500 lbs 3,402 kg |
| 3.5L EcoBoost V6 | – | Cutaway 350HD DRW AWD 138" WB | 15,000 lbs | 7,500 lbs 3,402 kg |
| 3.5L EcoBoost V6 | – | Cutaway 350HD DRW AWD 156" WB | 15,000 lbs | 7,500 lbs 3,402 kg |
| 3.5L EcoBoost V6 | – | Cutaway 350HD DRW AWD 178" WB | 15,000 lbs | 7,500 lbs 3,402 kg |
- 1 Not available on Cutaway or Chassis Cab models.
- 4 Maximum towing capabilities are for properly equipped vehicles with required equipment and a 150-lb. driver and passenger and vary based on cargo, vehicle configuration, accessories, option content and number of passengers. For additional information, see your Ford Dealer.
Chassis cab, conventional towing: 3.5L PFDI V6, 3.5L EcoBoost V6
Ford guide page 35 · Automatic transmission
| Engine | Axle | Configuration | GCWR | Max trailer |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5L PFDI V6 | 4.10 | Chassis Cab 250/350 RWD 138" WB | 12,000 lbs | 6,500 lbs 2,948 kg |
| 3.5L PFDI V6 | 4.10 | Chassis Cab 350HD DRW RWD 138" WB | 12,000 lbs | 6,300 lbs 2,858 kg |
| 3.5L PFDI V6 | 4.10 | Chassis Cab 250/350 RWD 156" WB | 12,000 lbs | 6,400 lbs 2,903 kg |
| 3.5L PFDI V6 | 4.10 | Chassis Cab 350HD DRW RWD 156" WB | 12,000 lbs | 6,200 lbs 2,812 kg |
| 3.5L PFDI V6 | 4.10 | Chassis Cab 350 RWD 178" WB | 12,000 lbs | 6,100 lbs 2,767 kg |
| 3.5L PFDI V6 | 4.10 | Chassis Cab 350HD DRW RWD 178" WB | 12,000 lbs | 5,900 lbs 2,676 kg |
| 3.5L PFDI V6 | 4.10 | Chassis Cab 250/350 AWD 138" WB | 12,000 lbs | 6,300 lbs 2,858 kg |
| 3.5L PFDI V6 | 4.10 | Chassis Cab 350HD DRW AWD 138" WB | 12,000 lbs | 6,100 lbs 2,767 kg |
| 3.5L PFDI V6 | 4.10 | Chassis Cab 250/350 AWD 156" WB | 12,000 lbs | 6,200 / 6,100 lbs 2,812 kg / 2,767 kg |
| 3.5L PFDI V6 | 4.10 | Chassis Cab 350HD DRW AWD 156" WB | 12,000 lbs | 6,000 lbs 2,722 kg |
| 3.5L PFDI V6 | 4.10 | Chassis Cab 350 AWD 178" WB | 12,000 lbs | 5,900 lbs 2,676 kg |
| 3.5L PFDI V6 | 4.10 | Chassis Cab 350HD DRW AWD 178" WB | 12,000 lbs | 5,700 lbs 2,585 kg |
| 3.5L EcoBoost V6 | 3.73 | Chassis Cab 250/350 RWD 138" WB | 12,600 lbs | 7,000 lbs 3,175 kg |
| 3.5L EcoBoost V6 | 3.73 | Chassis Cab 250/350 RWD 156" WB | 12,600 lbs | 6,900 lbs 3,130 kg |
| 3.5L EcoBoost V6 | 3.73 | Chassis Cab 250/350 AWD 138" WB | 12,600 lbs | 6,800 lbs 3,084 kg |
| 3.5L EcoBoost V6 | 3.73 | Chassis Cab 250/350 AWD 156" WB | 12,600 lbs | 6,700 lbs 3,039 kg |
| 3.5L EcoBoost V6 | – | Chassis Cab 350HD DRW RWD 138" WB | 13,000 lbs | 7,300 lbs 3,311 kg |
| 3.5L EcoBoost V6 | – | Chassis Cab 350HD DRW RWD 156" WB | 13,000 lbs | 7,100 lbs 3,221 kg |
| 3.5L EcoBoost V6 | – | Chassis Cab 350 RWD 178" WB | 13,000 lbs | 7,000 lbs 3,175 kg |
| 3.5L EcoBoost V6 | – | Chassis Cab 350HD DRW RWD 178" WB | 13,000 lbs | 6,900 lbs 3,130 kg |
| 3.5L EcoBoost V6 | – | Chassis Cab 350HD DRW AWD 138" WB | 13,000 lbs | 7,000 lbs 3,175 kg |
| 3.5L EcoBoost V6 | – | Chassis Cab 350HD DRW AWD 156" WB | 13,000 lbs | 6,900 lbs 3,130 kg |
| 3.5L EcoBoost V6 | – | Chassis Cab 350 AWD 178" WB | 13,000 lbs | 6,800 lbs 3,084 kg |
| 3.5L EcoBoost V6 | – | Chassis Cab 350HD DRW AWD 178" WB | 13,000 lbs | 6,600 lbs 2,994 kg |
| 3.5L EcoBoost V6 | – | Chassis Cab 350HD DRW RWD 138" WB | 15,000 lbs | 7,500 lbs 3,402 kg |
| 3.5L EcoBoost V6 | – | Chassis Cab 350HD DRW RWD 156" WB | 15,000 lbs | 7,500 lbs 3,402 kg |
| 3.5L EcoBoost V6 | – | Chassis Cab 350HD DRW RWD 178" WB | 15,000 lbs | 7,500 lbs 3,402 kg |
| 3.5L EcoBoost V6 | – | Chassis Cab 350HD DRW AWD 138" WB | 15,000 lbs | 7,500 lbs 3,402 kg |
| 3.5L EcoBoost V6 | – | Chassis Cab 350HD DRW AWD 156" WB | 15,000 lbs | 7,500 lbs 3,402 kg |
| 3.5L EcoBoost V6 | – | Chassis Cab 350HD DRW AWD 178" WB | 15,000 lbs | 7,500 lbs 3,402 kg |
- 1 Not available on Cutaway or Chassis Cab models.
- 4 Maximum towing capabilities are for properly equipped vehicles with required equipment and a 150-lb. driver and passenger and vary based on cargo, vehicle configuration, accessories, option content and number of passengers. For additional information, see your Ford Dealer.
GCWR is the most the loaded vehicle and loaded trailer may weigh together. Small numbers are Ford's footnotes for that page, listed under each table. Where a cell shows two weights, the footnote says which applies.
Hitch and bumper limits
| Hitch | Applies to | Max trailer | Max tongue |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hitch receiver (weight-carrying) | Transit Passenger Van | 4,500 lbs5 | 450 lbs |
| Hitch receiver (weight-carrying) | Transit Cargo Van | 6,900 lbs5 | 690 lbs |
The hitch rating can be higher than what the vehicle is allowed to tow. Use the lower of the two.
Check your own trailer against these limits with the tongue weight calculator: the safe range for its weight, or what a scale reading means.
What you need to tow the maximum
- For trailers over 5,000 lbs. – Heavy-Duty Trailer Tow Package (53B)
- Your New Vehicle Limited Warranty may be voided if you tow without this.³
- The maximum trailer frontal area that must be considered for a Transit Van/trailer combination is 55 sq. ft. for all applications and for a Transit Cutaway or Chassis Cab/trailer combination is 72 sq. ft.* See Incomplete Vehicle Manual (IVM) for frontal area restriction details. Exceeding these limitations may significantly reduce the performance of your towing vehicle. *Base vehicle frontal area.
- Do not exceed trailer weight of 5,000 lbs. when towing with bumper only.
- Combined weight of vehicle and trailer cannot exceed listed GCWR.
- Do not exceed the Maximum Loaded Trailer Weight listed.
- Trailer tongue load weight should be 10% of total loaded trailer weight. Make sure vehicle payload (reduce by option weight) will accommodate trailer tongue load weight and weight of passengers and cargo added to towing vehicle. Addition of trailer tongue load weight and weight of passengers and cargo cannot cause vehicle weights to exceed rear GAWR or GVWR. These ratings can be found on the vehicle Safety Compliance Certification Label.
- Transit calculated with SAE J2807® method.
- On guide page 35 Ford prints the 3.5L EcoBoost V6 lines with GCWR 13,000 and 15,000 lbs. without an axle ratio, so none is shown for them here.
- On guide page 35 Ford prints "6,200/6,100" for the Chassis Cab 250/350 AWD 156" WB with the 3.5L PFDI V6 (4.10 axle, GCWR 12,000 lbs.) without a footnote saying which weight applies; ask a Ford dealer before relying on the higher figure.
Footnotes for the hitch and equipment notes
From Ford guide page 35.
- 3 See your Ford Dealer for limited warranty details.
- 5 Hitch receivers do not include a hitch ball or ball mounting. You are responsible for obtaining the proper hitch ball, ball mounting, and other appropriate equipment to tow both the trailer and its cargo load.
Check your own tow
The maximum assumes a lightly loaded vehicle. Passengers, cargo and tongue weight all come out of your payload. Run your trailer through the calculator with this vehicle's limits filled in:
Can I tow it? with 2026 Ford Transit limits →Add your payload from the door-jamb label.