1997 Ford F-350 Crew-Cab 4x2 Dualie towing capacity
The 1997 Ford F-350 Crew-Cab 4x2 Dualie is published in 3 configurations, with tow ratings ranging from 7,300 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 1997 Ford F-350 Crew-Cab 4x2 Dualie 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5.8 V-8 | 5.8 V-8 | — | — | — | 7,300 | — | — | — |
| 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.
How this year compares to 1996
The 1996 Ford F-350 Crew-Cab 4x2 Dualie carried a maximum tow rating of 10,000 lb. The 1997 model carries the same headline figure — manufacturers usually leave the rating alone year-over-year unless there's a powertrain or hitch change. See the 1996 Ford F-350 Crew-Cab 4x2 Dualie page for the full per-trim breakdown of the prior year.
Other 1997 Ford models
The rest of Ford's 1997 lineup, ranked by maximum tow rating. Click through for the per-trim breakdown of any of these.
| Model | Max tow (lb) |
|---|---|
| 1997 Ford Econoline E350 Cargo | 10,000 |
| 1997 Ford F250 Crew CAB | 10,000 |
| 1997 Ford F350 Crew CAB | 10,000 |
| 1997 Ford F350 Regular CAB | 10,000 |
| 1997 Ford F350 Super CAB | 10,000 |
| 1997 Ford Club Wagon | 10,000 |
Notes
- Requires 4.10:1 axle ratio.
- Requires 4.10:1 axle ratio.
- Requires 4.10:1 axle ratio.
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.