How to Determine Max Trailer Towing Weight for a 2007 Ford F-250 Diesel

Question:

boy ive seen all kinds of different calculators out there bottom line is i need to know if my truck can pull these trailers ford f250 crew cab power stroke diesel 2007 max tow high land ridge mesa ridge MF376Fbh dry weight 12,505 lbs keystone montana high country 362rd dry weight 12.724 lbs think both have a gvwr around 15,800 can you help me figure out the way out of the maze!

asked by: James C

Expert Reply:

I took a look at some online versions of the owner's manual and I can understand your frustration. If you check out page 157 of your owner's manual they actually give you a way to calculate how much towing weight your 2007 Ford F-250 is rated for.

If you open your driver side door you will find the Safety Compliance Certification Label which has the GCWR (Gross Combined Weight Rating) on it. This is the max amount of weight that your pickup can handle including including all cargo, passengers, and a loaded trailer.

You can find the GCW (Gross Combined Weight) of your towing setup by adding the weight of your fully loaded F-250 and your fully loaded trailer. Your GCW must never exceed your GCWR.

So, in short, if you load your F-250 up as if you were going to take a trip and go weigh it on a vehicle weigh scale you would simply subtract that number from the GCWR on your Safety Compliance Certification Label to determine what you can safely tow.

Please also check your equipment, like your trailer hitch, to ensure they are rated for over the amount of weight you are wanting to tow.

expert reply by: Jon G