2026 Ford Super Duty® Engine Options & Towing in Barrington, IL
The hard-working 2026 Ford Super Duty® is built to help you dominate your toughest days on the job with a lineup of muscular V8 engines. Whether you are interested in the Ford Super Duty F-250®, F-350®, or F-450®, the team at Wickstrom Ford is here to help you compare the specs and engine options, and connect you with the right truck for your needs.
See the differences between gas and diesel Super Duty engine performance and towing with the charts in this guide. Then, set up a test drive appointment with a heavy-duty truck from our new inventory in Barrington, IL.
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2026 Ford Super Duty Engine Specs
Tackle your heavy-duty towing and hauling tasks with a brawny gas or diesel V8 engine in the 2026 Ford Super Duty. Available with the Super Duty F-250 and F-350 models, the 6.8L and 7.3L gas engines deliver exceptional performance and responsiveness whether you harness them for work or fun. The available 6.7L Power Stroke® and 6.7L Power Stroke high-output turbo diesel engines are offered across the Super Duty model lineup, delivering massive torque outputs for your most demanding tasks. To fuel cross-country hauls, available Super Duty fuel tank sizes range from 29 to 48 gallons, depending on the cab and box configuration.
See the following engine specs to compare all four Super Duty engines.
| Engine | 6.8L V8 gas | 7.3L V8 gas | 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 |
| Max. Horsepower RPM | 5,000 RPM | 5,500 RPM | 2,600 RPM | |
| Torque | 445 lb.-ft. | 485 lb.-ft. | 1,050 lb.-ft. | 1,200 lb.-ft. |
| Max. Torque RPM | 4,000 RPM | 1,600 RPM | ||
| Transmission | TorqShift®-G ten-speed automatic | TorqShift ten-speed automatic | ||
| Drivetrain | 4x2 / 4x4 | 4x4 | 4x2 / 4x4 | |
| Model Availability | F-250 and F-350 | F-250, F-350, and F-450 | ||
2026 Ford Super Duty Drivetrain & Transmission
Rugged mechanical components pair with sophisticated transmission options and sure-footed drivetrain choices to power your workday in the 2026 Ford Super Duty. Every Super Duty engine is paired with a ten-speed automatic transmission, with a few differences between the gas and diesel transmissions. The options don’t stop there, with various drivetrains, rear-wheel configurations, and rugged off-road equipment available across the broad Super Duty lineup.
- TorqShift-G transmission — Super Duty gas engines are paired with a TorqShift-G ten-speed automatic transmission. It’s tuned for the torque output of a gas engine and comes with normal, slippery, eco, and tow/haul modes. If you opt for the power take-off (PTO) provision, Super Duty gas models allow you to divert 250 pound-feet of torque to compatible upfits.
- TorqShift transmission — The high torque output of the Power Stroke diesel engines under the hood of a Super Duty demands a transmission that’s tuned to handle it. That’s where the TorqShift ten-speed automatic transmission shines, as it comes standard with both diesel engines. The standard drive modes include normal, slippery, tow/haul, and eco, plus the optional rock crawl and trail control modes. A PTO provision with this diesel transmission yields 300 pound-feet of torque.
- Drivetrain choices — Depending on the trim level you pick, either a 4x2 or 4x4 drivetrain is available. XL, XLT, and Lariat trims offer either drivetrain, while the King Ranch® and Platinum® trims are exclusively 4x4 models. Electronic shift-on-the-fly is standard with 4x4 models, but auto/manual locking hubs are available for greater control over 4x4 engagement.
- Rear wheel configurations — Across the Super Duty model lineup, two different rear wheel configuration setups are available. Super Duty F-250 models are exclusively available with single rear wheels (SRW), while Super Duty F-450 trucks come built with dual rear wheels (DRW) to handle the heavy loads this truck is built for. Choose either an SRW or DRW configuration for the Super Duty F-350, depending on your towing, hauling, and driving preferences.
- Off-road equipment — In addition to being a towing and hauling beast, the Super Duty is available with equipment that helps it conquer rough terrain. Opting for the Tremor® Off-Road Package gives you an off-road-tuned suspension with 10.5 inches of ground clearance, skid plates, a rear electronic locking differential, 35-inch all-terrain tires, and Trail Turn Assist.


How Much Can a Ford Super Duty Tow?
Find elite towing power behind the wheel of the 2026 Ford Super Duty.
Overall, the maximum towing capacity varies greatly, depending on the Super Duty model, hitch, and engine you pick. If you want a Super Duty F-250, the highest gas towing capacity is 19,500 pounds, while the maximum F-250 diesel towing capacity is 23,000 pounds. With the Super Duty F-350, the top towing capacity of 38,000 pounds requires the diesel engine and a DRW configuration. The Super Duty F-450 tops the charts with a 40,000-pound gooseneck towing capacity — best-in-class capability among other full-size pickups with a gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) over 8,500 pounds.
Compare the conventional and fifth-wheel towing capacities for the Super Duty F-250, F-350, and F-450 with the accompanying specs.
| Engine | 6.8L V8 gas | 7.3L V8 gas | 6.7L Power Stroke V8 turbo diesel | 6.7L high-output Power Stroke V8 turbo diesel |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| F-250 Max. Conventional Towing | 17,300 lbs. | 18,200 lbs. | 22,000 lbs. | |
| F-250 Max. Fifth-Wheel/Gooseneck Towing | 17,300 lbs. | 19,500 lbs. | 22,900 lbs. | 23,000 lbs. |
| F-350 Max. Conventional Towing (SRW/DRW) | 18,100 / 18,700 lbs. | 19,500 / 22,000 lbs. | 23,200 / 27,000 lbs. | 25,000 / 28,000 lbs. |
| F-350 Max. Fifth-Wheel/Gooseneck Towing (SRW/DRW) | 18,000 / 18,900 lbs. | 22,400 / 22,500 lbs. | 23,800 / 36,500 lbs. | 27,600 / 38,000 lbs. |
| F-450 Max. Conventional Towing | N/A | 30,000 lbs. | ||
| F-450 Max. Fifth-Wheel/Gooseneck Towing | N/A | 38,600 lbs. | 40,000 lbs. | |
Learn More About the Ford Super Duty
While the mighty power and towing potential of the Ford Super Duty headline the reasons to make it your new truck, it has much more to offer. Learn more about the tech, interior, and color options with our model review. Then, see which trims have the features and comfort options you want with our trims page.
Of course, there’s no better way to complete your research than to drive one. Set up a test drive with your favorite new Super Duty truck for sale at our Barrington, IL, Ford dealership to begin. Or, reach out to a member of our team online or by calling (847) 381-8850.
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