Ford Super Duty trim levels explained
By CarWhere Research · Updated
Ford’s 2025 Super Duty order guide lists five series for the F-250, F-350 and F-450: XL, XLT, Lariat, King Ranch and Platinum. The Limited was dropped after 2024, and Tremor is an off-road package. The key step is King Ranch, where the 7.3L gas V8 replaces the 6.8L as the standard engine.
Current Super Duty trim levels: 5th generation (2023–present)
Redesigned for 2023 with 6.8L and 7.3L gas V8s and the 6.7L Power Stroke diesel. The Limited series appears through the 2024 order guide and is deleted for 2025.[1][2][3]
| Trim | Base MSRP (USD) | Engines | Key standard equipment |
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| XL | — |
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| XLT | — |
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| Lariat | — |
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| King Ranch | — |
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| Platinum | — |
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| Limited (2023–2024) | — |
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MSRP excludes destination unless noted. "—" means we could not confirm the price from a Ford or press pricing source.
Previous Super Duty trim levels: 4th generation (2017–2022)
Aluminum-body Super Duty launched for 2017 with the 6.2L gas V8 and 6.7L Power Stroke diesel. The 7.3L gas V8 arrived for 2020, when Ford also offered the Tremor Off-Road Package.[4][5]
| Trim | Base MSRP (USD) | Engines | Key standard equipment |
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| XL | — |
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| XLT | — |
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| Lariat | — |
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| King Ranch | — |
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| Platinum | — |
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| Limited | — |
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MSRP excludes destination unless noted. "—" means we could not confirm the price from a Ford or press pricing source.
2026 Super Duty towing capacity by configuration
Ford’s headline maximum ratings for 2026 Super Duty pickups by engine, from the 2026 Ford RV & Trailer Towing Guide. These top figures are gooseneck ratings; conventional ratings are lower and vary by configuration.
| Configuration | Max towing (lb) | Notes |
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| 6.8L gas V8 | 18,900[3] | Gooseneck; requires H.D. Payload Package (68F) |
| 7.3L gas V8 | 22,500[3] | Gooseneck |
| 6.7L Power Stroke diesel V8 | 38,600[3] | Gooseneck |
| 6.7L High Output Power Stroke diesel V8 | 40,000[3] | Gooseneck; requires 40K Gooseneck Tow Package (535) |
Ratings depend on engine, cab, bed, axle ratio, drivetrain and packages; the exact figure for one truck is in Ford’s official RV & Trailer Towing Guide. Use the towing capacity by VIN tool to match a specific truck.
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Frequently asked questions
What are the Super Duty trim levels?
For 2025 Ford lists XL, XLT, Lariat, King Ranch and Platinum for the F-250, F-350 and F-450. The Limited was offered through 2024, and Tremor is an off-road package rather than a series.
Is Tremor a trim on the Super Duty?
No. Tremor is the Tremor Off-Road Package (17Y), which requires 4x4 and either the 7.3L gas V8 or the 6.7L Power Stroke diesel.
What engine comes standard on a Super Duty?
On 2025 models the 6.8L gas V8 is standard on XL, XLT and Lariat, the 7.3L gas V8 is standard on King Ranch and Platinum, and the F-450 comes with the 6.7L Power Stroke diesel. The diesel is optional on every series.
When did Ford drop the Super Duty Limited?
Ford’s 2025 Super Duty order guide lists the Limited as deleted. It appears in the 2024 order guide as the top series.
How much can a Super Duty tow?
Ford’s 2026 towing guide lists up to 40,000 lb gooseneck with the 6.7L High Output Power Stroke and the 40K Gooseneck Tow Package. The 7.3L gas V8 is rated up to 22,500 lb gooseneck.
Sources
Prices and equipment are as published by Ford for the model year shown; trim content changes between model years, so confirm a specific vehicle against its window sticker or build sheet.
- 2025 Super Duty Pickup (F-250/F-350/F-450) Order Guide — Ford Motor Company
- 2024 Super Duty Pickup (F-250/F-350/F-450) Order Guide — Ford Motor Company
- 2026 Ford RV & Trailer Towing Guide — Ford Motor Company
- Ford Super Duty — Wikipedia (secondary reference)
- 2020 Ford RV & Trailer Towing Guide (dealer-hosted copy) — Ford Motor Company
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