1999 Ford F150 Towing Capacity

The Ford F150 was introduced into Ford’s lineup as a full-size pickup truck in 1948 and is still made today. The F150 is known for being the best-selling truck in the USA and has many features consumers expect from today’s trucks, including towing. But what is the towing capacity of a 1999 Ford F150?

A 1999 Ford F150 has a maximum towing capacity of 8,700 pounds when properly equipped.

The 1999 Ford F150 tow capacity can vary based on a few different factors such as engine size, drivetrain, and others which we’ll cover in this guide.

There’s a bit more to know about the 1999 Ford F150 tow capacity which we’ll cover in today’s guide.

How Much Can The 1999 Ford F150 Tow?

The 1999 Ford F150 has a maximum towing capacity of 8,700 pounds.

The 1999 F-150 tow capacity is affected by other factors like engine type, drivetrain, the weight of cargo and passengers, and whether your vehicle has a towing package equipped or not.

You can always reach out to your local Ford dealership for details to confirm how much your F150 can tow.

You can also read our guide on what makes a vehicle towing capacity to learn all the aspects that go into it.

Ford F-150 towing a travel trailer
The 1999 Ford F-150 has a max tow capacity of 8,700 pounds which makes it capable of pulling heavy loads.

1999 Ford F150 Engine And Drivetrain

There are three engine options for the 1999 Ford F150: a 4.2L V6 engine, a 4.6L V8 engine, and a 5.4L V8 engine.

4.2L V6 Engine: 5,800 pounds

4.6L V8 Engine: 7,300 pounds

5.4L V8 Engine: 8,700 pounds

1999 Ford F-150 Towing Capacity Chart
1999 Ford F-150 Towing Capacity Chart

1999 Ford F150 Payload Capacity

The max payload capacity of the 1999 Ford F150 is 2,127 pounds.

Please note, the payload capacity will vary based on factors such as engine type, drivetrain and whether or not your vehicle is equipped with a towing package that includes other features like an engine oil cooler or transmission oil cooler.

If you are unsure of your vehicle’s payload capacity, please contact your local dealership for details.

1999 Ford F150 Tow Package

The 1999 Ford F150 does not come with a standard tow package, but there are options that can be added to it.

Towing package options that can be added to the 1999 F-150 include a 7-wire harness, 4-pin and 7-pin connector, tow hitch receiver, smart trailer tow connector, and a trailer brake controller.

1999 Ford F-150 Towing Capacity Vs Competitors

The 1999 Ford F150 has a maximum towing capacity of 8,700 pounds, which makes it capable of doing some heavy duty trailer towing. This number is similar to its main competitors, the 1999 Silverado 1500 and the 1999 Ram 1500.

Here are some similar vehicles to the Ford F150 and their towing capacities below:

1999 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Towing Capacity: 4,500 pounds

1999 Ram 1500 Towing Capacity: 5,200 pounds

1999 GMC Sierra 1500 Towing Capacity: 6,500 pounds

1999 Ford Trucks Towing Capacity Chart

ModelTowing Capacity
1999 Ford F35018,800 lbs
1999 Ford F25014,600 lbs
1999 Ford F1508,700 lbs
1999 Ford Trucks Tow Capacity Chart

Data Accuracy

We’ve gathered all data represented here from the official 1999 Ford F150 Owner’s Manual on Ford’s website and have checked all data thoroughly for accuracy.

Having said that, we still recommend you refer to your vehicle’s owner’s manual yourself before towing with your 1999 Ford F150.

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