2023 Ford F-350 Super Duty Limited 4dr Crew Cab 4WD LB DRW (6.7L 8cyl Turbodiesel 10A) Max Towing Capacity & Payload
Max Towing Capacity
27,000 lbs
Safe limit: 21,600 lbs (80% rule)
Max Payload
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Often the real limiting factor
Fuel Economy
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The 2023 Ford F-350 Super Duty Limited 4dr Crew Cab 4WD LB DRW (6.7L 8cyl Turbodiesel 10A) is rated to tow up to 27,000 lbs powered by the 6.7L Diesel. For real-world towing, the practical limit is 21,600 lbs — that's 80% of max, giving you margin for hills, headwinds, and load variation. Always verify your door-sticker payload rating, as it's often the real limiting factor once passengers, gear, and tongue weight are factored in. With this setup, you're looking at a great selection of travel trailers, toy haulers, and many fifth wheels.
Recommended Equipment
Towing Gear for This Truck
Matched to this trim's Class V hitch class and 27,000 lb tow rating
Class V Hitch Receiver
Required for towing. 2" receiver is standard on tow-equipped models.
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Trailer Wiring Adapter
7-pin to 4-pin adapters for trailer brake lights and signals.
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Brake Controller
Required by law in most states for trailers over 3,000 lbs.
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Weight Distribution Hitch
Strongly recommended for trailers over 6,000 lbs to level the load and reduce sway.
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Full Data
Specifications
Towing & Capacity
Engine & Performance
Dimensions
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Towing
Payload & Weight
Curb Weight
0 lbs
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Engine
Engine
6.7L Diesel
Horsepower
500 HP
Torque
1,200 lb-ft
Transmission
10-speed shiftable automatic
Drive Type
Four Wheel Drive
Fuel Type
Diesel fuel
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Dimensions
Overall Length266.2"
Overall Width96.0"
Height81.5"
What Can I Tow?
RV Class Compatibility
Based on a safe tow limit of 21,600 lbs. Shows what % of each RV class in our database you can tow.
RV Type
Weight Range
Coverage
Status
⚠ Vehicle capacity only — does not include passengers, gear, or tongue weight. Run the full calculator →
Compare Configurations
Other 2023 Ford F-350 Super Duty Trims
| Configuration | Max Towing | MPG | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Ford F-350 Super Duty King Ranch 4WD | 30,000 lbs | — | View → |
| 2025 Ford F-350 Super Duty Lariat 4WD | 30,000 lbs | — | View → |
| 2025 Ford F-350 Super Duty Platinum 4WD | 30,000 lbs | — | View → |
| 2025 Ford F-350 Super Duty XL 4WD | 30,000 lbs | — | View → |
| 2025 Ford F-350 Super Duty XL RWD | 30,000 lbs | — | View → |
| 2025 Ford F-350 Super Duty XLT 4WD | 30,000 lbs | — | View → |
| 2025 Ford F-350 Super Duty King Ranch 4WD | 25,000 lbs | — | View → |
| 2025 Ford F-350 Super Duty Lariat 4WD | 25,000 lbs | — | View → |
| 2025 Ford F-350 Super Duty Platinum 4WD | 25,000 lbs | — | View → |
| 2025 Ford F-350 Super Duty XL 4WD | 25,000 lbs | — | View → |
Questions & Answers
Common Questions
How much can I actually tow with my 2023 Ford F-350 Super Duty Limited 4dr Crew Cab 4WD LB DRW (6.7L 8cyl Turbodiesel 10A)?
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The 2023 Ford F-350 Super Duty Limited 4dr Crew Cab 4WD LB DRW (6.7L 8cyl Turbodiesel 10A) is rated at 27,000 lbs maximum — but the real-world best practice is the 80% rule: target 21,600 lbs as your practical limit. This gives you margin for hills, headwinds, braking distance, and real-world load variance. More critically, check your payload first — the door sticker tells you your specific truck's limit, and payload may be your actual binding constraint.
What about payload — how much stuff can I put in the truck?
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You have 0 lbs of payload capacity — that's everything going IN the truck: passengers (~150 lbs each), camping gear, coolers, and critically the tongue weight from your trailer. For bumper pull trailers, tongue weight is typically 10–15% of the trailer's loaded weight. It fills up faster than most people expect, especially on longer trips.
What kind of hitch do I need?
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For the 2023 Ford F-350 Super Duty Limited 4dr Crew Cab 4WD LB DRW (6.7L 8cyl Turbodiesel 10A), you need a Class V receiver hitch rated for 27,000 lbs. Don't skimp here — the hitch is the critical link between truck and trailer. For fifth wheel towing, you'll need a dedicated kingpin-style fifth wheel hitch mounted in the truck bed.
What types of RVs will work with my truck?
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With your 21,600 lb safe towing capacity, you're looking at a great selection of travel trailers, toy haulers, and many fifth wheels. The compatibility chart above shows what percentage of each RV class in our database you can handle. Use the Tow Calculator to check a specific RV including gear, water, and passengers.
What does GVWR mean and why should I care?
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GVWR is Gross Vehicle Weight Rating — the maximum your truck can weigh when fully loaded with people, gear, and fuel. Your truck's GVWR is 0 lbs. Exceed it and you're over-stressing brakes, suspension, and tires. This is different from towing capacity — it's about what the truck itself can carry.
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