2021 Ford F-150 3.3L Ti-VCT V6 towing capacity
The 2021 Ford F-150 with the 3.3L Ti-VCT V6 tows up to 8,200 lb. That figure requires Regular Cab 4x2, 3.73 axle, Trailer Tow Package.
What it means loaded
A trailer at the full 8,200 lb puts roughly 984 lb on the hitch at a typical 12% tongue weight. Against the 2021 Ford F-150's best-case payload of 3,325 lb, that leaves about 2,341 lb for passengers, fuel, gear and the weight-distributing hitch.
Against the other 2021 engines
| Engine | Max towing | vs. this engine | Power |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3.3L Ti-VCT V6 | 8,200 lb | this page | 290 hp / 265 lb-ft |
| 2.7L EcoBoost V6 | 10,100 lb | +1,900 lb | 325 hp / 400 lb-ft |
| 5.0L Ti-VCT V8 | 13,000 lb | +4,800 lb | 400 hp / 410 lb-ft |
| 3.5L EcoBoost V6 | 14,000 lb | +5,800 lb | 400 hp / 500 lb-ft |
| 3.5L PowerBoost Full Hybrid V6 | 12,700 lb | +4,500 lb | 430 hp / 570 lb-ft |
The 3.3L Ti-VCT V6 across model years
| Year | Max towing | GCWR | Power |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 8,200 lb | 13,000 lb | 290 hp / 265 lb-ft |
| 2022 | 8,200 lb | 13,000 lb | 290 hp / 265 lb-ft |
| 2021 | 8,200 lb | 13,000 lb | 290 hp / 265 lb-ft |
| 2020 | 7,700 lb | 12,500 lb | 290 hp / 265 lb-ft |
| 2019 | 7,700 lb | 12,500 lb | 290 hp / 265 lb-ft |
Source: Ford 2021 RV & Trailer Towing Guide.
Common questions
How much can a 2021 Ford F-150 with the 3.3L Ti-VCT V6 tow?
Up to 8,200 lb, configured as Regular Cab 4x2, 3.73 axle, Trailer Tow Package. The engine makes 290 hp and 265 lb-ft, with a GCWR of 13,000 lb. Your own truck's rating depends on its cab, bed, drivetrain and axle ratio, and is printed on the certification label in the driver's door jamb.
How much less does the 3.3L Ti-VCT V6 tow than the top 2021 Ford F-150 engine?
The 3.5L EcoBoost V6 is rated at 14,000 lb, which is 5,800 lb more than the 3.3L Ti-VCT V6's 8,200 lb. Whether that gap matters depends on payload — tongue weight, not towing capacity, is what most half-ton owners actually run out of first.
Does the 3.3L Ti-VCT V6 need the tow package to reach 8,200 lb?
Yes. That rating assumes Regular Cab 4x2, 3.73 axle, Trailer Tow Package. Without the factory tow package — the upgraded receiver, wiring, cooling and in most cases a specific axle ratio — the same engine is rated substantially lower.
Related
Check your door jamb. The figures here are the maximum ratings for a properly equipped truck in its best towing configuration. Your specific truck's cab, bed, drivetrain, axle ratio and options all lower it. The certification label inside the driver's door and the owner's manual are the authority for your vehicle. Source: Ford 2021 RV & Trailer Towing Guide. Figures reviewed 10 August 2026.