If you’re looking for a complete workhorse of a truck that is rugged and dependable, then the F250 is your best bet. The F250 has many features consumers expect from today’s super duty trucks, including towing. But what is the towing capacity of a 2006 Ford F250?
A 2006 Ford F250 has a towing capacity of 8,100 to 16,500 pounds.
The 2006 Ford F250 tow capacity can vary based on a few different factors such as engine size, drivetrain, hitch type, and others which we’ll cover in this guide.
There’s plenty more to know about the 2006 Ford F250 tow capacity which we’ll cover in today’s guide.
How Much Can The 2006 Ford F250 Tow?
The 2006 Ford F-250 has a max towing capacity of 16,500 pounds.
The max conventional towing capacity of a 2006 Ford F250 is 12,500 pounds.
The max 5th wheel towing capacity of a 2006 Ford F250 is 16,500 pounds.
The 2006 F-250 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.
It also can change based on what type of towing you’re doing, whether it’s conventional, 5th wheel, or gooseneck, so we’ll break those down below.
2006 Ford F250 Conventional Towing Capacity
The 2006 Ford F250 max conventional towing capacity is 12,500 pounds when properly equipped, but varies based on the engine, axle ratio, cab style, and box length of your truck.
See the chart below to find yours:
- The 2006 Ford F250 5.4L V8 Max Conventional Towing Capacity is 12,100 pounds
- The 2006 Ford F250 6.8L V10 Max Conventional Towing Capacity is 12,500 pounds
- The 2006 Ford F250 6.4L V8 Diesel Max Conventional Towing Capacity is 12,500 pounds
2006 Ford F250 5th Wheel Towing Capacity
The 2006 Ford F250 max 5th wheel and gooseneck towing capacity is 16,800 pounds when properly equipped, but varies based on the engine, axle ratio, cab style, and box length of your truck.
See the chart below to find yours:
- The 2006 Ford F250 5.4L V8 Max 5th Wheel Towing Capacity is 12,100 pounds
- The 2006 Ford F250 6.8L V10 Max 5th Wheel Towing Capacity is 16,500 pounds
- The 2006 Ford F250 6.4L V8 Diesel Max 5th Wheel Towing Capacity is 16,400 pounds
You can always reach out to your local Ford dealership for details to confirm how much your 2006 F250 can tow.
You can also read our guide on what makes a vehicle towing capacity to learn all the aspects that go into it.
2006 Ford F250 Towing Capacity by Trim Level
There are several trim levels for the 2006 F250, and some engines are not available on certain trims, so they’ll each have different max towing limits.
Here’s the max tow capacity broken down for each trim level on the 2006 Ford F-250:
| 2006 Ford F250 Trim Level | Conventional Towing Capacity | 5th Wheel & Gooseneck Towing Capacity |
| 2006 Ford F250 XL | 12,500 pounds | 16,500 pounds |
| 2006 Ford F250 XLT | 12,500 pounds | 16,500 pounds |
| 2006 Ford F250 Lariat | 12,500 pounds | 16,500 pounds |
| 2006 Ford F250 King Ranch | 12,500 pounds | 16,500 pounds |
There are so many variables on the box lengths, engine options, axle ratios, and other packages for the 2006 F-250 that it would be counterproductive to list each individual option here, but we’ve tried to cover the most relevant information.
The 2006 Ford F250 XL Towing Capacity is 12,500 pounds for conventional towing and 16,500 pounds for 5th wheel and gooseneck towing.
The 2006 Ford F250 XLT Towing Capacity is 12,500 pounds for conventional towing and 16,500 pounds for 5th wheel and gooseneck towing.
The 2006 Ford F250 Lariat Towing Capacity is 12,500 pounds for conventional towing and 16,500 pounds for 5th wheel and gooseneck towing.
The 2006 Ford F250 King Ranch Towing Capacity is 12,500 pounds for conventional towing and 16,500 pounds for 5th wheel and gooseneck towing.
2006 Ford F250 Tow Package Info
When it comes to towing with a 2006 Ford F-250, this truck offers several great options and features to make hauling heavy loads easier and safer. Let’s break it down!
Standard Towing Features:
The ’06 F250 comes standard with a 7/4-pin connector and a trailer brake wiring kit.
Towing Packages:
- Tow Command System: Includes TowCommand integrated trailer brake controller, manual-telescoping trailer tow mirrors with manual glass (XL) or manual-telescoping trailer tow mirrors with power/heated glass and integrated clearance lights and turn signals (XLT and Lariat).
2006 Ford F250 Engine And Drivetrain
There are three engine options available on the 2006 F250: a 5.4L Triton V8 gas engine, a 6.8L Triton V10 gas engine, and a 6.4L Power Stroke V8 Turbo Diesel engine.
5.4L V8 Engine
This engine is the base option for the 2006 Ford F-250 and provides a good balance of power and efficiency for general towing and hauling needs, producing 300 horsepower and 365 lb-ft of torque.
2006 Ford F250 5.4L V8 Engine Max Towing Capacity: 12,100 pounds
- 2006 F250 5.4L V8 Conventional Max Tow 12,100 lbs
- 2006 F250 5.4L V8 5th Wheel Max Tow 12,100 lbs
- 2006 F250 5.4L V8 Gooseneck Max Tow 12,100 lbs
6.8L V10 Engine
This engine is the base option for the 2006 Ford F-250 and provides a good balance of power and efficiency for general towing and hauling needs, producing 362 horsepower and 457 lb-ft of torque.
2006 Ford F250 6.8L V10 Engine Towing Capacity: 16,500 pounds
- 2006 F250 5.4L V8 Conventional Max Tow 12,500 lbs
- 2006 F250 5.4L V8 5th Wheel Max Tow 16,500 lbs
- 2006 F250 5.4L V8 Gooseneck Max Tow 16,500 lbs
6.4L Power Stroke V8 Turbo Diesel Engine
The 2006 F250 6.7L V8 Powerstroke diesel engine produces 350 horsepower and 650 pound-feet of torque.
2006 Ford F250 6.7L V8 Turbo Diesel Engine Tow Capacity: 16,400 pounds
- 2006 F250 Diesel Conventional Max Tow 12,500 lbs
- 2006 F250 Diesel 5th Wheel Max Tow 16,400 lbs
- 2006 F250 Diesel 5th Gooseneck Max Tow 16,400 lbs
2006 Ford F250 Payload Capacity
The 2006 Ford F250 max payload capacity ranges from 2,993 pounds to 3,372 pounds depending on the drivetrain, cab style, and box length.
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.
2006 Ford F-250 Towing Capacity Vs Competitors
The 2006 Ford F250 has a maximum tow rating of 16,800 pounds, which makes it capable of doing some heavy duty trailer towing. This number is similar to its main competitors, the 2006 Silverado 2500 and the 2006 Ram 2500.
Here are some similar vehicles to the Ford F250 and their towing capacities below:
2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 HD Towing Capacity: 12,000 pounds
2006 GMC Sierra 2500 HD Towing Capacity: 12,000 pounds
2006 Ram 2500 Towing Capacity: 13,650 pounds
2006 Ford Trucks Towing Capacity Chart
| Model | Towing Capacity |
| 2006 Ford F350 | 18,700 lbs |
| 2006 Ford F250 | 16,800 lbs |
| 2006 Ford F150 | 9,900 lbs |
| 2006 Ford Ranger | 6,000 lbs |
Data Accuracy
We’ve gathered all data represented here from the official 2006 Ford F250 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 Ford F250.