Quick Answer
Properly equipped, the 2027 Ford F-350 tows up to 40,000 lbs gooseneck (6.7L High-Output diesel, dual-rear-wheel, 40K Gooseneck Tow Package), up to 35,000 lbs fifth-wheel, and up to 28,000 lbs conventional on the dually (25,000 lbs single-rear-wheel). Those ratings carry over unchanged from 2026.
The 2027 F-350 simplified to two engines, but it didn’t give up an ounce of towing capability — the ratings are identical to 2026. What changed is the path to them: the High-Output diesel is now the only diesel, and it’s what anchors the big numbers.
This guide breaks down what the 2027 F-350 tows by hitch type, how the engine and single- vs. dual-rear-wheel choice affect it, and how to build a towing setup with real margin for the way you haul around Bowdle and Aberdeen.
How much can the 2027 F-350 tow?
Properly equipped, up to 40,000 lbs gooseneck, up to 35,000 lbs fifth-wheel, and up to 28,000 lbs conventional on the dually. A single-rear-wheel F-350 handles up to 25,000 lbs conventional. Here’s the breakdown by hitch type:
| Hitch Type | Max (properly equipped) | Best For |
| Gooseneck | Up to 40,000 lbs (HO diesel, DRW, 40K package) | Loaded livestock and equipment trailers, max capability |
| Fifth-wheel | Up to 35,000 lbs (diesel, DRW) | Large fifth-wheel campers and toy haulers |
| Conventional (bumper-pull) | Up to 28,000 lbs DRW / 25,000 lbs SRW | Utility, flatbed, and many travel trailers |
Maximums require proper equipment and vary with cab, bed, axle ratio, and configuration. The 40,000-lb gooseneck rating requires the High-Output diesel DRW with the 40K Gooseneck Tow Package.
Gooseneck vs. fifth-wheel vs. conventional
The hitch type sets both the ceiling and how the load behaves. Gooseneck and fifth-wheel hitches mount over the rear axle for a more stable, higher-capacity tow; a conventional bumper-pull is simpler but tops out lower.
- Gooseneck: the livestock and equipment standard — controlled feel, tight maneuvering, and the highest rating at up to 40,000 lbs.
- Fifth-wheel: popular for large RVs; the over-axle connection feels stable on the highway, up to about 35,000 lbs.
- Conventional: common for utility and travel trailers; up to 28,000 lbs DRW or 25,000 lbs SRW, with weight distribution and brake control mattering more as loads climb.
Does engine choice change what it tows?
Yes — the 6.7L High-Output Power Stroke diesel is what reaches the 40,000-lb gooseneck maximum, and it feels most composed on grades and in wind. The now-standard 7.3L gas V8 covers a wide range of lighter and moderate trailers and carries the highest payload. With only two engines for 2027, the towing decision is really “how heavy, how often.”
Our Recommendation
For most ranch and farm buyers around Bowdle and Aberdeen, a 7.3L gas F-350 with the right hitch and axle covers the goosenecks they actually pull. Step up to the High-Output diesel and a dually when you run heavy near the top of the range or want the 40,000-lb ceiling. Compare the engines in our 2027 F-350 engine comparison.
How does SRW vs. DRW affect towing?
Dual-rear-wheel (DRW) trucks reach the highest ratings and feel most planted under a heavy gooseneck or fifth-wheel; single-rear-wheel (SRW) trucks still tow well beyond any half-ton (up to 25,000 lbs conventional) and are easier to live with day to day. It’s the decision that most affects both capability and how the truck drives — covered in depth in our 2027 F-350 SRW vs. DRW guide.
From the Beadle Ford Lot
The most common towing mistake we see isn’t buying too little truck — it’s buying for the heaviest trailer someone pulls twice a year. We size the F-350 to the load you actually haul most weeks, then leave honest margin on top. More often than not that lands a buyer on a single-rear-wheel truck with room to spare.
How do you choose a towing setup?
Work from the trailer to the truck, in five steps:
- Start with the trailer: type (gooseneck, fifth-wheel, conventional) and realistic loaded weight.
- Decide SRW vs. DRW based on how heavy you run and how the truck will drive day to day.
- Pick the engine for your towing frequency — gas for most, High-Output diesel for heavy and often.
- Match the hitch, axle ratio, and tow package to your trailer (the 40K package for the gooseneck maximum).
- Confirm the exact build — ratings vary by configuration.
Key Takeaways
- 2027 F-350 towing carries over: up to 40,000 lbs gooseneck, 35,000 lbs fifth-wheel, 28,000 lbs conventional DRW.
- The High-Output diesel + DRW + 40K package reach the 40,000-lb maximum.
- SRW still tows up to 25,000 lbs conventional — well beyond any half-ton.
- Hitch type sets both the ceiling and the feel; gooseneck is highest.
- Build to the trailer you pull most, with honest margin — not your once-a-year heaviest.
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick Answers: 2027 F-350 Towing
One-line answers to the follow-up questions buyers ask next.
Max gooseneck? Up to 40,000 lbs (HO diesel, DRW, 40K package).
Max fifth-wheel? Up to 35,000 lbs, properly equipped.
Max conventional? Up to 28,000 lbs DRW, 25,000 lbs SRW.
Did 2027 towing drop? No — same as 2026.
Which engine for max towing? The 6.7L High-Output diesel.
Can the gas tow a gooseneck? Yes — a wide range of them.
Do I need a dually? Only for the heaviest loads and the 40,000-lb max.
What’s the 40K package? The option group required for the 40,000-lb gooseneck rating.
Is a trailer brake controller included? An integrated controller is available and recommended for heavy trailers.
How do I confirm a truck’s rating? We verify cab, axle, and package against the build before you order.
Keep Researching
The complete 2027 Ford F-350 Super Duty overview — specs, towing, trims, and how to order.
2027 F-350 engine comparison — gas vs. the High-Output diesel behind the ratings.
2027 F-350 SRW vs. DRW — the stance decision that shapes your towing.
2027 F-350 payload & upfit — when payload, not towing, is the limit.
My Take on Towing the 2027 F-350
In my experience, the best towing setup is the one built with margin — the truck feels composed, the trailer feels predictable, and you’re not managing the load. The good news for 2027 is that the simpler engine lineup didn’t change any of that; the F-350 still pulls everything it did before, you just have a cleaner decision to make.
Bring me your trailer type and a realistic loaded weight and we’ll size the right 2027 F-350. Stop in at Beadle Ford in Bowdle or reach out anytime.
About the Author
Lexy Tabbert — Beadle Ford, Bowdle, SD
Lexy Tabbert is the Director of Sales and Marketing at Beadle Ford in Bowdle, South Dakota. She covers Ford vehicles, trim comparisons, and buyer guidance — helping families, ranchers, and ag operators across the region find the right truck and configuration for their needs. Learn more about Lexy.
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