One reason drivers buy a truck is to haul and tow heavy loads, either comprised of personal belongings or commercial cargo. We’re breaking down the most vital trailering and hauling statistics of the 2023 Ford F-450 Chassis Cab. This tough truck can handle just about anything you throw at it — read on to learn more.
Baseline Vehicle Weights
The 2023 Ford F-450 Chassis Cab has a curb weight of 6,641 lbs, which represents its weight without fuel, passengers, cargo, or attached trailers. It has a Gross Combined Weight Rating (GCWR) of 28,000 lbs, which does account for passengers, cargo, and trailers. You can find the GCWR and related towing information on either the driver’s side door lock face or on the door latch post pillar.
Towing and Trailering Information
If you know your Ford F-450 Chassis Cab’s curb weight and GCWR, you can calculate other vital towing and hauling specs.
Ford estimates that this truck accepts a maximum payload capacity, weight you can place on the truck bed, of about 9,859 lbs. By weighing your truck with cargo loaded, and subtracting that weight from the GCWR, you can calculate the maximum trailering weight you can safely handle. Ford estimates this amount at about 17,500 lbs, but the exact weight will vary with your cargo’s weight.
Evaluate the 2023 Ford F-450 Chassis Cab for Yourself
There’s no doubt that you’ll want to try out the 2023 Ford F-450 Chassis Cab, and judge if it suits your personal or commercial towing needs. That’s why you should book a test drive at Kearny Mesa Ford in San Diego, CA to experience this vehicle in person. We look forward to helping you find the perfect truck!
