F-250 Engines and Towing
2026 Ford Super Duty® F-250® Engine Options & Towing in Branson, MO
The 2026 Ford Super Duty® F-250® pairs raw capability with your choice of four engines built for heavy-duty work. Two gas V8 options and two turbo diesel powertrains give you the flexibility to match your truck to your towing and hauling needs. Compare engine specs, towing ratings, and trim availability with this 2026 Ford Super Duty F-250 engine and towing guide created by the team at Tri-Lakes Ford. For a closer look at standard features and available colors, visit our Super Duty F-250 review.
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2026 Ford Super Duty F-250 Engine Differences
The 2026 Ford Super Duty® F-250® gives you a choice of two gas engines and two Power Stroke® turbo diesel options, with output ranging from 405 horsepower and 445 pound-feet of torque in the standard 6.8L V8 up to 500 horsepower and 1,200 pound-feet of torque in the high-output 6.7L Power Stroke turbo diesel. Towing capacity starts at 17,300 pounds and reaches up to 23,000 pounds when properly equipped, and maximum payload ranges from 3,918 to 4,246 pounds depending on engine and configuration. All four engines pair with a ten-speed automatic transmission, and are available with a 4x2 or 4x4 drivetrain, depending on the trim.
See the following engine and towing specifications for more details.
| Engine | 6.8L V8 | 7.3L V8 | 6.7L Power Stroke V8 turbo diesel | 6.7L High-Output Power Stroke V8 turbo diesel |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 405 HP | 430 HP | 475 HP | 500 HP |
| Torque | 445 lb.-ft. | 485 lb.-ft. | 1,050 lb.-ft. | 1,200 lb.-ft. |
| Transmission | TorqShift®-G ten-speed automatic transmission | TorqShift ten-speed automatic transmission | ||
| Drivetrain | 4x2 / 4x4 | |||
| Max. Conventional Towing | 17,300 lbs. | 18,200 lbs. | 22,000 lbs. | 23,000 lbs. |
| Max. Gooseneck/Fifth-Wheel Towing | 17,300 lbs. | 19,500 lbs. | 22,900 lbs. | 23,000 lbs. |
| Max. Payload | 4,240 lbs. | 4,246 lbs. | 4,048 lbs. | 3,918 lbs. |
2026 Ford Super Duty F-250 Engine Model Availability
Your choice of engine depends on which 2026 Ford Super Duty F-250 trim you select. The XL, XLT, and Lariat® trims come standard with the 6.8L V8 and give you access to all four engine options. The King Ranch® and Platinum® trims include the 7.3L V8 as standard equipment, and both can be equipped with either Power Stroke turbo diesel engine.
See the following table for engine availability by trim.
2026 Ford Super Duty F-250 Trims & Engine Availability |
6.8L V8 | 7.3L V8 | 6.7L Power Stroke turbo diesel V8 |
6.7L high-output Power Stroke turbo diesel V8 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| XL | x | x | x | x |
| XLT | x | x | x | x |
| Lariat | x | x | x | x |
| King Ranch | x | x | x | |
| Platinum | x | x | x |
Learn More About the Ford Super Duty F-250
If you want to see what else the Ford Super Duty F-250 has to offer, check out additional resources from Tri-Lakes Ford in Branson. Find key features, interior specs, and available exterior colors with our Super Duty F-250 model review, or see what features come standard in each available trim with our Super Duty F-250 trims guide. For any questions, contact us online or give us a call at (417) 334-7543.
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