1996 Ford F-250 HD 4x2 towing capacity
The 1996 Ford F-250 HD 4x2 is published in 4 configurations, with tow ratings ranging from 6,200 to 10,000 lb depending on cab, bed, drivetrain, and hitch class. The peak figure (10,000 lb) sits in half-ton plus / heavy-duty truck territory.
The table below lists every trim of the 1996 Ford F-250 HD 4x2 with the engine, drivetrain, axle ratio, horsepower, torque, GVWR, curb weight, and payload that go with that trim's headline tow rating. Manufacturers often publish more than one tow figure per truck — a conventional bumper-hitch rating, a weight-distributing rating, and a gooseneck or fifth-wheel rating — so the highest number here is the maximum across all hitch classes the source carries for the trim.
Per-trim breakdown
| Configuration | Engine | HP | Torque | Axle | Tow (lb) | GVWR | Curb | Payload |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4.9 I-6 | 4.9 I-6 | — | — | — | 6,200 | — | — | — |
| 5.8 V-8 | 5.8 V-8 | — | — | — | 8,000 | — | — | — |
| 7.3 V-8 TurboDiesel | 7.3 V-8 TurboDiesel | — | — | — | 10,000 | — | — | — |
| 7.5 V-8 | 7.5 V-8 | — | — | — | 10,000 | — | — | — |
How to interpret the headline tow figure
Ratings in this range are typically achievable with a weight-distributing hitch and the appropriate tow package. The conventional bumper-pull rating without weight distribution will be lower than the headline figure shown here — usually 5,000 to 8,000 lb. Confirm the hitch class on your vehicle's door-jamb sticker before towing at the upper end.
Other 1996 Ford models
The rest of Ford's 1996 lineup, ranked by maximum tow rating. Click through for the per-trim breakdown of any of these.
| Model | Max tow (lb) |
|---|---|
| 1996 Ford F-Super Duty | 12,000 |
| 1996 Ford Econoline E350 Cargo | 10,000 |
| 1996 Ford F350 Crew CAB | 10,000 |
| 1996 Ford F350 Regular CAB | 10,000 |
| 1996 Ford F350 Super CAB | 10,000 |
| 1996 Ford Club Wagon | 10,000 |
Notes
- Requires weight-distributing hitch.
- Requires weight-distributing hitch.
- Requires weight-distributing hitch.
- Requires weight-distributing hitch.
All figures sourced from manufacturer documentation. See our methodology for how the dataset is compiled. Always confirm against your vehicle's door-jamb sticker before towing.