The 2027 F-150 tows up to 13,500 lb and carries up to 2,440 lb of payload, both with the 3.5L EcoBoost V6, according to Ford's 2027 technical specifications. The new base 3.0L EcoBoost is rated for 8,400 lb of towing, the 5.0L V8 for 12,800 lb. Below are the maximum ratings for all six 2027 F-150 engines, followed by a close look at how the 3.0L differs from the 2.7L it replaces.
For the rest of what changed for 2027, including the V8's return to the King Ranch and Platinum, see our 2027 F-150 changes story.
2027 F-150 towing capacity by engine
| 2027 F-150 engine | Max towing, 4x2 | Max towing, 4x4 |
|---|---|---|
| 3.0L EcoBoost V6 | 8,400 lb | 8,200 lb |
| 5.0L V8 | 12,800 lb | 12,800 lb |
| 3.5L EcoBoost V6 | 13,300 lb | 13,500 lb |
| 3.5L PowerBoost hybrid V6 | 12,400 lb | 11,600 lb |
| 3.5L EcoBoost High-Output V6 (Raptor) | — | 8,200 lb |
| 5.2L supercharged V8 (Raptor R) | — | 8,700 lb |
The V8, 3.5L EcoBoost and PowerBoost figures apply to a SuperCrew with the Max Tow/Haul Package (53T) and the optional Max Tow Axle. Without that hardware the ratings are lower. Ford's 2027 reveal article ties the 3.0L's 8,400-lb maximum to a Regular Cab 4x2 with the 6.5-foot box, and the 13,500-lb figure belongs to a SuperCrew 4x4 with the 6.5-foot box. Every rating is a "when properly equipped" maximum and drops with cargo, passengers and options.
These 2027 numbers match the 2026 F-150 engine for engine; only the base engine's payload moved (see below).
2027 F-150 payload by engine
| 2027 F-150 engine | Max payload, 4x2 | Max payload, 4x4 |
|---|---|---|
| 3.0L EcoBoost V6 | 1,755 lb | 1,700 lb |
| 5.0L V8 | 2,235 lb | 2,080 lb |
| 3.5L EcoBoost V6 | 2,440 lb | 2,175 lb |
| 3.5L PowerBoost hybrid V6 | 2,045 lb | 1,740 lb |
| 3.5L EcoBoost High-Output V6 (Raptor) | — | 1,405 lb |
| 5.2L supercharged V8 (Raptor R) | — | 1,410 lb |
Ford notes that maximum towing, payload, horsepower and torque are independent figures that can't all be reached by the same truck. The payload for your specific F-150 is on the label in the driver's doorjamb.
2027 F-150 engines: horsepower and torque
| Engine | Horsepower | Torque | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3.0L EcoBoost V6 | 325 hp @ 5,500 rpm | 400 lb-ft @ 2,250 rpm | Regular 87 |
| 5.0L V8 | 400 hp @ 6,250 rpm | 410 lb-ft @ 4,250 rpm | Regular 87 |
| 3.5L EcoBoost V6 | 400 hp @ 5,250 rpm | 500 lb-ft @ 3,500 rpm | Regular 87 |
| 3.5L PowerBoost hybrid V6 | 430 hp | 570 lb-ft | Regular 87 |
| 3.5L EcoBoost High-Output V6 | 450 hp | 510 lb-ft | Premium 91 |
| 5.2L supercharged V8 | 720 hp | 640 lb-ft | Premium 91 |
All of them use a 10-speed automatic. The Raptor ratings are measured on premium fuel.
2027 F-150 3.0 EcoBoost vs 2.7L EcoBoost
The 2027 F-150 3.0 EcoBoost is the new standard engine and replaces the 2.7L. Ford says it shares the 2.7L's core architecture, and on paper the peak numbers are identical. The differences show up in the spec sheets for the two model years:
| 2026 2.7L EcoBoost | 2027 3.0L EcoBoost | |
|---|---|---|
| Displacement | 2.7 L / 165 cu in | 3.0 L / 183 cu in |
| Bore x stroke | 3.27 x 3.27 in | 3.36 x 3.38 in |
| Compression ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Horsepower | 325 hp @ 5,500 rpm | 325 hp @ 5,500 rpm |
| Peak torque | 400 lb-ft @ 3,500 rpm | 400 lb-ft @ 2,250 rpm |
| Max towing (4x2 / 4x4) | 8,400 / 8,200 lb | 8,400 / 8,200 lb |
| Max payload (4x2 / 4x4) | 1,775 / 1,715 lb | 1,755 / 1,700 lb |
| Oil capacity | 6.0 qt | 6.0 qt |
The headline change is where the torque arrives: the 3.0L hits its 400 lb-ft peak 1,250 rpm earlier than the 2.7L did. Ford says that translates into roughly 10–11% more torque in everyday driving, and chief program engineer Kelly Kohlstrand told Motor1 the bigger engine simply drives a little better day to day. The Drive reached the same verdict: no more power, but nicer manners.
What it does not bring is more capability. Towing ratings are unchanged, and maximum payload is 20 lb lower on the 4x2 and 15 lb lower on the 4x4 than the 2.7L's. Both engines keep a compacted-graphite-iron block, twin turbos and a 6.0-quart oil capacity, and both run on regular gas. Ford hasn't published EPA fuel economy for the 3.0L yet.
If you need more than about 8,000 lb of towing, skip the base engine: the 5.0L V8 and 3.5L EcoBoost are the 2027 F-150's real towing engines.