2009 Ford F-150 Reg. Cab 4WD Short Bed towing capacity
The 2009 Ford F-150 Reg. Cab 4WD Short Bed is published in 5 configurations, with tow ratings ranging from 5,700 to 8,600 lb depending on cab, bed, drivetrain, and hitch class. The peak figure (8,600 lb) sits in full-size truck and SUV territory.
The table below lists every trim of the 2009 Ford F-150 Reg. Cab 4WD Short Bed 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4.6L V8 2V | 4.6L V8 2V | — | — | — | 5,700 | — | — | — |
| 4.6L V8 3V | 4.6L V8 3V | — | — | — | 7,700 | — | — | — |
| 4.6L V8 3V | 4.6L V8 3V | — | — | — | 8,000 | — | — | — |
| 5.4L V8 | 5.4L V8 | — | — | — | 7,700 | — | — | — |
| 5.4L V8 | 5.4L V8 | — | — | — | 8,600 | — | — | — |
How to interpret the headline tow figure
Tow ratings at this level are normally achievable with a conventional Class II or Class III receiver hitch. Always verify your vehicle has the manufacturer's tow package installed if you intend to tow at the upper end of the rating, and inspect the door-jamb sticker for the actual maximum permitted on your specific configuration.
How this year compares to 2005
The 2005 Ford F-150 Reg. Cab 4WD Short Bed carried a maximum tow rating of 8,100 lb. The 2009 model adds 500 lb on top of that — usually a sign the manufacturer added a tow package option, refreshed the powertrain, or revised hitch class certification. See the 2005 Ford F-150 Reg. Cab 4WD Short Bed page for the full per-trim breakdown of the prior year.
Other 2009 Ford models
The rest of Ford's 2009 lineup, ranked by maximum tow rating. Click through for the per-trim breakdown of any of these.
| Model | Max tow (lb) |
|---|---|
| 2009 Ford F350 Super Duty Super CAB | 18,300 |
| 2009 Ford F350 | 18,300 |
| 2009 Ford F450 Super Duty Crew CAB | 16,000 |
| 2009 Ford F450 | 16,000 |
| 2009 Ford F-450 Super Duty 2WD/4WD DRW | 16,000 |
| 2009 Ford F-350 Super Duty Reg. Cab 2WD DRW | 15,000 |
Notes
- Automatic transmission, four speed
- Automatic transmission, six speed
- Automatic transmission, six speed
- Automatic transmission, six speed
- Automatic transmission, six speed
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.