The 2006 F350 Super Duty pickups were engineered with exceptional power and performance capabilities to effectively handle heavy towing and hauling tasks. The powerful engine options, robust chassis, and sturdy suspensions seamlessly collaborated to elevate the payload and towing capacities of these pickups.
In particular, the 2006 Ford F350 Towing Capacity was enhanced with advanced towing features such as the Tow Command Integrated Trailer Brake Controller (TBC), Trailer Tow Mirrors, and TorqShift 5-Speed Automatic Overdrive Transmission, making it a highly reliable and efficient option for towing.
For individuals seeking to acquire or already own a used 2006 F350, a comprehensive guide has been compiled, detailing the 2006 Ford F350 towing capacity with engine configurations, conventional and 5th-wheel towing charts, and essential towing guidelines for a seamless towing experience.
Table of Contents
2006 Ford F350 Super Duty Strength Features
RUGGED, VERSATILE TRANSMISSIONS
- 6-speed manual overdrive
- TorqShift™ electronic 5-speed automatic with Tow/Haul mode
ROBUST COMPONENTS
- Massive 6.7-mil steel C-channel frame – thickest in its class
- Huge 4-wheel power disc ABS – best-in-class braking performance
- Advanced Twin-Coil Monobeam front suspension (4×4) – largest control arms in its class
LOOKS AND FEEL TO MATCH ITS PERFORMANCE
- Big, brawny appearance highlighted by bold, fat-bar grille
- Roomiest cabs of any full-size pickup – no matter which style you choose
2006 Ford F350 Towing Capacity according to engine configuration
The three powerful engines available for the 2006 F350 were a 5.4L SEFI V8, a 6.8L SEFI V10, and a 6.0L Power Stroke V8 Turbo Diesel.
MANUAL TRANSMISSION
| ENGINE TYPE | MAX. TOWING CAPACITY (SUPER DUTY PICKUP) | MAX. TOWING CAPACITY (SUPER DUTY CHASSIS CAB) |
| 5.4L SEFI V8 | 11,100 lbs (Conventional Towing) 11,100 lbs (5th-Wheel Towing) | 10,500 lbs (Conventional Towing) 10,700 lbs (5th-Wheel Towing) |
| 6.8L SEFI V10 | 15,000 lbs (Conventional Towing) 16,100 lbs (5th-Wheel Towing) | 15,000 lbs (Conventional Towing) 15,600 lbs (5th-Wheel Towing) |
| 6.0L Power Stroke V8 Turbo Diesel | 15,000 lbs (Conventional Towing) 16,400 lbs (5th-Wheel Towing) | 15,000 lbs (Conventional Towing) 16,100 lbs (5th-Wheel Towing) |
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
| ENGINE TYPE | MAX. TOWING CAPACITY (SUPER DUTY PICKUP) | MAX. TOWING CAPACITY (SUPER DUTY CHASSIS CAB) |
| 5.4L SEFI V8 | 12,100 lbs (Conventional Towing) 12,100 lbs (5th-Wheel Towing) | 11,700 lbs (Conventional Towing) 11,700 lbs (5th-Wheel Towing) |
| 6.8L SEFI V10 | 15,000 lbs (Conventional Towing) 17,000 lbs (5th-Wheel Towing) | 15,000 lbs (Conventional Towing) 16,200 lbs (5th-Wheel Towing) |
| 6.0L Power Stroke V8 Turbo Diesel | 15,000 lbs (Conventional Towing) 18,800 lbs (5th-Wheel Towing) | 15,000 lbs (Conventional Towing) 16,200 lbs (5th-Wheel Towing) |
The 2006 F350 is equipped with a 5.4L 2-Valve SEFI V8 Engine that has a maximum power output of 300 hp and a maximum torque of 365 lb.-ft. This powertrain allows the vehicle to tow up to 12,100 lbs using both conventional and 5th-wheel towing methods.
Alternatively, the vehicle also offers a more robust 6.8L SEFI V10 engine that delivers a peak power of 362 hp and a peak torque of 457 lb-ft. With this engine, the F350 can tow up to 15,000 lbs conventionally and 17,000 lbs using the 5th-wheel towing method.
For those who need even more towing capacity, the 2006 F350 is also available with a 6.0L Power Stroke V8 Turbo Diesel engine that offers a peak power of 325 hp and a peak torque of 570 lb-ft. With this powertrain, the F350 can tow up to 15,000 lbs conventionally and 18,800 lbs using the 5th-wheel towing method.
The 2006 Ford F350 was available with both manual and automatic transmissions. With that, the pickup truck features distinctive towing capacities.
The following towing chart shows the 2006 Ford F350 Towing capacity (Conventional) with Automatic Transmission.
2006 Ford F350 Towing Capacity Chart – Conventional Towing (Regular Cab)
| ENGINE TYPE | SRW 4×2 MAX TOWING | SRW 4×4 MAX TOWING | DRW 4×2 MAX TOWING | DRW 4×4 MAX TOWING |
| 5.4L SEFI V8 | 10,100 lbs (3.73 Axle Ratio) 12,100 lbs (4.10 Axle Ratio) | 9,700 lbs (3.73 Axle Ratio) 11,700 lbs (4.10 Axle Ratio) | 12,300 lbs (4.10 Axle Ratio) | 11,800 lbs (4.10 Axle Ratio) |
| 6.8L SEFI V10 | 12,500 lbs (4.10 Axle Ratio) 12,500 lbs (4.30 Axle Ratio) | 12,500 lbs (4.10 Axle Ratio) 12,500 lbs (4.30 Axle Ratio) | 15,000 lbs (4.10 Axle Ratio) 15,000 lbs (4.30 Axle Ratio) | 14,700 lbs (4.10 Axle Ratio) 15,000 lbs (4.30 Axle Ratio) |
| 6.0L V8 Turbo Diesel | 12,500 lbs (3.73 Axle Ratio) | 12,500 lbs (3.55 Axle Ratio) | 15,000 lbs (3.73/4.10/4.30LS Axle Ratio) | 15,000 lbs (3.73/4.10/4.30LS Axle Ratio) |
2006 Ford F350 Towing Capacity Chart – Conventional Towing (Super Cab)
| ENGINE TYPE | SRW 4×4 MAX TOWING | SRW 4×4 MAX TOWING | DRW 4×2 MAX TOWING | DRW 4×4 MAX TOWING |
| 5.4L SEFI V8 | 9,800 lbs (3.73 Axle Ratio) 11,800 lbs (4.10 Axle Ratio) | 9,300 lbs (3.73 Axle Ratio) 11,300 lbs (4.10 Axle Ratio) | 11,900 lbs (4.10 Axle Ratio) | 11,500 lbs (4.10 Axle Ratio) |
| 6.8L SEFI V10 | 12,500 lbs (4.10 Axle Ratio) 12,500 lbs (4.30 Axle Ratio) | 12,500 lbs (4.10 Axle Ratio) 12,500 lbs (4.30 Axle Ratio) | 14,800 lbs (4.10 Axle Ratio) 15,000 lbs (4.30 Axle Ratio) | 14,300 lbs (4.10 Axle Ratio) 15,000 lbs (4.30 Axle Ratio) |
| 6.0L V8 Turbo Diesel | 12,500 lbs (3.73 Axle Ratio) | 12,500 lbs (3.73 Axle Ratio) | 15,000 lbs (3.73/4.10/4.30LS Axle Ratio) | 15,000 lbs (3.73/4.10/4.30LS Axle Ratio) |
2006 Ford F350 Towing Capacity Chart – Conventional Towing (Crew Cab)
| ENGINE TYPE | SRW 4×4 MAX TOWING | SRW 4×4 MAX TOWING | DRW 4×2 MAX TOWING | DRW 4×4 MAX TOWING |
| 5.4L SEFI V8 | 9,600 lbs (3.73 Axle Ratio) 11,600 lbs (4.10 Axle Ratio) | 9,100 lbs (3.73 Axle Ratio) 11,100 lbs (4.10 Axle Ratio) | N/A | N/A |
| 6.8L SEFI V10 | 12,500 lbs (4.10 Axle Ratio) 12,500 lbs (4.30 Axle Ratio) | 12,500 lbs (4.10 Axle Ratio) 12,500 lbs (4.30 Axle Ratio) | 14,700 lbs (4.10 Axle Ratio) 15,000 lbs (4.30 Axle Ratio) | 14,200 lbs (4.10 Axle Ratio) 15,000 lbs (4.30 Axle Ratio) |
| 6.0L V8 Turbo Diesel | 12,500 lbs (3.73 Axle Ratio) | 12,500 lbs (3.73 Axle Ratio) | 15,000 lbs (3.73/4.10/4.30LS Axle Ratio) | 15,000 lbs (3.73/4.10/4.30LS Axle Ratio) |
The following towing chart shows the 2006 Ford F350 Towing capacity (Conventional) with Manual Transmission.
2006 Ford F350 Towing Capacity Chart – Conventional Towing (Regular Cab)
| ENGINE TYPE | SRW 4×2 MAX TOWING | SRW 4×4 MAX TOWING | DRW 4×2 MAX TOWING | DRW 4×4 MAX TOWING |
| 5.4L SEFI V8 | 9,100 lbs (3.73 Axle Ratio) 11,100 lbs (4.10 Axle Ratio) | 8,700 lbs (3.73 Axle Ratio) 10,700 lbs (4.10 Axle Ratio) | 11,300 lbs (4.10 Axle Ratio) | 10,800 lbs (4.10 Axle Ratio) |
| 6.8L SEFI V10 | 12,500 lbs (4.10 Axle Ratio) 12,500 lbs (4.30 Axle Ratio) | 12,500 lbs (4.10 Axle Ratio) 12,500 lbs (4.30 Axle Ratio) | 14,100 lbs (4.10 Axle Ratio) 15,000 lbs (4.30 Axle Ratio) | 13,700 lbs (4.10 Axle Ratio) 15,000 lbs (4.30 Axle Ratio) |
| 6.0L Power Stroke V8 Turbo Diesel | 12,500 lbs (3.73 Axle Ratio) | 12,500 lbs (3.73 Axle Ratio) | 15,000 lbs (3.73 Axle Ratio) 15,000 lbs (4.10 Axle Ratio) | 15,000 lbs (3.73 Axle Ratio) 15,000 lbs (4.10 Axle Ratio) |
2006 Ford F350 Towing Capacity Chart – Conventional Towing (Super Cab)
| ENGINE TYPE | SRW 4×2 MAX TOWING | SRW 4×4 MAX TOWING | DRW 4×2 MAX TOWING | DRW 4×4 MAX TOWING |
| 5.4L SEFI V8 | 8,800 lbs (3.73 Axle Ratio) 10,800 lbs (4.10 Axle Ratio) | 8,300 lbs (3.73 Axle Ratio) 10,300 lbs (4.10 Axle Ratio) | 10,900 lbs (4.10 Axle Ratio) | 10,500 lbs (4.10 Axle Ratio) |
| 6.8L SEFI V10 | 12,500 lbs (4.10 Axle Ratio) 12,500 lbs (4.30 Axle Ratio) | 12,500 lbs (4.10 Axle Ratio) 12,500 lbs (4.30 Axle Ratio) | 13,800 lbs (4.10 Axle Ratio) 15,000 lbs (4.30 Axle Ratio) | 13,300 lbs (4.10 Axle Ratio) 15,000 lbs (4.30 Axle Ratio) |
| 6.0L Power Stroke V8 Turbo Diesel | 12,500 lbs (3.55/3.73 Axle Ratio) | 12,500 lbs (3.55/3.73 Axle Ratio) | 15,000 lbs (3.73 Axle Ratio) 15,000 lbs (4.10 Axle Ratio) | 15,000 lbs (3.73 Axle Ratio) 15,000 lbs (4.10LS Axle Ratio) |
2006 Ford F350 Towing Capacity Chart – Conventional Towing (Crew Cab)
| ENGINE TYPE | SRW 4×2 MAX TOWING | SRW 4×4 MAX TOWING | DRW 4×2 MAX TOWING | DRW 4×4 MAX TOWING |
| 5.4L SEFI V8 | 8,600 lbs (3.73 Axle Ratio) 10,600 lbs (4.10 Axle Ratio) | 8,100 lbs (3.73 Axle Ratio) 10,100 lbs (4.10 Axle Ratio) | N/A | N/A |
| 6.8L SEFI V10 | 12,500 lbs (4.10 Axle Ratio) 12,500 lbs (4.30 Axle Ratio) | 12,500 lbs (4.10 Axle Ratio) 12,500 lbs (4.30 Axle Ratio) | 13,600 lbs (4.10 Axle Ratio) 15,000 lbs (4.30 Axle Ratio) | 13,100 lbs (4.10 Axle Ratio) 15,000 lbs (4.30 Axle Ratio) |
| 6.0L Power Stroke V8 Turbo Diesel | 12,500 lbs (3.73 Axle Ratio) | 12,500 lbs (3.73 Axle Ratio) | 15,000 lbs (3.73 Axle Ratio) 15,000 lbs (4.10 Axle Ratio) | 15,000 lbs (3.73 Axle Ratio) 15,000 lbs (4.10 Axle Ratio) |
Now, let’s explore the 5th-wheel towing capacity chart.
The following chart shows the 5th-Wheel towing capacity of the 2006 Ford F350 equipped with Manual Transmission.
2006 Ford F350 Towing Capacity Chart – 5th Wheel (Regular Cab)
| ENGINE TYPE | SRW 4×2 MAX TOWING | SRW 4×4 MAX TOWING | DRW 4×2 MAX TOWING | DRW 4×4 MAX TOWING |
| 5.4L SEFI V8 | 9,100 lbs (3.73 Axle Ratio) 11,100 lbs (4.10 Axle Ratio) | 8,700 lbs (3.73 Axle Ratio) 10,700 lbs (4.10 Axle Ratio) | 11,300 lbs (4.10 Axle Ratio) | 10,800 lbs (4.10 Axle Ratio) |
| 6.8L SEFI V10 | 14,000 lbs (4.10 Axle Ratio) 16,000 lbs (4.30 Axle Ratio) | 13,500 lbs (4.10 Axle Ratio) 15,500 lbs (4.30 Axle Ratio) | 14,100 lbs (4.10 Axle Ratio) 16,100 lbs (4.30 Axle Ratio) | 13,700 lbs (4.10 Axle Ratio) 15,700 lbs (4.30 Axle Ratio) |
| 6.0L V8 Turbo Diesel | 16,400 lbs (3.73 Axle Ratio) | 16,000 lbs (3.73 Axle Ratio) | 16,600 lbs (3.73 Axle Ratio) 16,600 lbs (4.10 Axle Ratio) | 16,100 lbs (3.73 Axle Ratio) 16,100 lbs (4.10 Axle Ratio) |
2006 Ford F350 Towing Capacity Chart – 5th Wheel (Super Cab)
| ENGINE TYPE | SRW 4×4 MAX TOWING | SRW 4×4 MAX TOWING | DRW 4×2 MAX TOWING | DRW 4×4 MAX TOWING |
| 5.4L SEFI V8 | 8,800 lbs (3.73 Axle Ratio) 10,800 lbs (4.10 Axle Ratio) | 8,300 lbs (3.73 Axle Ratio) 10,300 lbs (4.10 Axle Ratio) | 10,900 lbs (4.10 Axle Ratio) | 10,500 lbs (4.10 Axle Ratio) |
| 6.8L SEFI V10 | 13,700 lbs (4.10 Axle Ratio) 15,700 lbs (4.30 Axle Ratio) | 13,200 lbs (4.10 Axle Ratio) 15,200 lbs (4.30 Axle Ratio) | 13,800 lbs (4.10 Axle Ratio) 15,800 lbs (4.30 Axle Ratio) | 13,300 lbs (4.10 Axle Ratio) 15,300 lbs (4.30 Axle Ratio) |
| 6.0L V8 Turbo Diesel | 16,100 lbs (3.73 Axle Ratio) | 15,600 lbs (3.73 Axle Ratio) | 16,200 lbs (3.73 Axle Ratio) 16,200 lbs (4.10 Axle Ratio) | 15,800 lbs (3.73 Axle Ratio) 15,800 lbs (4.10 Axle Ratio) |
2006 Ford F350 Towing Capacity Chart – 5th Wheel (Crew Cab)
| ENGINE TYPE | SRW 4×4 MAX TOWING | SRW 4×4 MAX TOWING | DRW 4×2 MAX TOWING | DRW 4×4 MAX TOWING |
| 5.4L SEFI V8 | 8,600 lbs (3.73 Axle Ratio) 10,600 lbs (4.10 Axle Ratio) | 8,100 lbs (3.73 Axle Ratio) 10,100 lbs (4.10 Axle Ratio) | N/A | N/A |
| 6.8L SEFI V10 | 13,500 lbs (4.10 Axle Ratio) 15,400 lbs (4.30 Axle Ratio) | 13,000 lbs (4.10 Axle Ratio) 15,000 lbs (4.30 Axle Ratio) | 13,600 lbs (3.73 Axle Ratio) 15,600 lbs (4.10 Axle Ratio) | 13,100 lbs (3.73 Axle Ratio) 15,100 lbs (4.10 Axle Ratio) |
| 6.0L V8 Turbo Diesel | 15,900 lbs (3.73 Axle Ratio) | 15,400 lbs (3.73 Axle Ratio) | 16,100 lbs (3.73 Axle Ratio) 16,100 lbs (4.10 Axle Ratio) | 15,600 lbs (3.73 Axle Ratio) 15,600 lbs (4.10 Axle Ratio) |
The following chart shows the 5th-Wheel towing capacity of the 2006 Ford F350 equipped with an Automatic Transmission.
2006 Ford F350 Towing Capacity Chart – 5th Wheel (Regular Cab)
| ENGINE TYPE | SRW 4×2 MAX TOWING | SRW 4×4 MAX TOWING | DRW 4×2 MAX TOWING | DRW 4×4 MAX TOWING |
| 5.4L SEFI V8 | 10,100 lbs (3.73 Axle Ratio) 12,100 lbs (4.10 Axle Ratio) | 9,700 lbs (3.73 Axle Ratio) 11,700 lbs (4.10 Axle Ratio) | 12,300 lbs (4.10 Axle Ratio) | 11,800 lbs (4.10 Axle Ratio) |
| 6.8L SEFI V10 | 15,000 lbs (4.10 Axle Ratio) 16,500/17,000 lbs (4.30 Axle Ratio) | 14,500 lbs (4.10 Axle Ratio) 16,000/16,500 lbs (4.30 Axle Ratio) | 15,200 lbs (4.10 Axle Ratio) 16,700 lbs (4.30 Axle Ratio) | 14,700 lbs (4.10 Axle Ratio) 16,200 lbs (4.30 Axle Ratio) |
| 6.0L Power Stroke V8 Turbo Diesel | 16,500 lbs (3.73 Axle Ratio) | 15,800 lbs (3.73 Axle Ratio) | 16,600 lbs (3.73/4.10 Axle Ratio) 19,200 lbs (4.30LS Axle Ratio) | 16,200 lbs (3.73/4.10 Axle Ratio) 18,700 lbs (4.30LS Axle Ratio) |
2006 Ford F350 Towing Capacity Chart – 5th Wheel (Super Cab)
| ENGINE TYPE | SRW 4×2 MAX TOWING | SRW 4×4 MAX TOWING | DRW 4×2 MAX TOWING | DRW 4×4 MAX TOWING |
| 5.4L SEFI V8 | 9,800 lbs (3.73 Axle Ratio) 11,800 lbs (4.10 Axle Ratio) | 9,300 lbs (3.73 Axle Ratio) 11,300 lbs (4.10 Axle Ratio) | 11,900 lbs (4.10 Axle Ratio) | 11,500 lbs (4.10 Axle Ratio) |
| 6.8L SEFI V10 | 14,700 lbs (4.10 Axle Ratio) 16,200/16,700 lbs (4.30 Axle Ratio) | 14,200 lbs (4.10 Axle Ratio) 15,700/16,200 lbs (4.30 Axle Ratio) | 14,800 lbs (4.10 Axle Ratio) 16,300 lbs (4.30 Axle Ratio) | 14,300 lbs (4.10 Axle Ratio) 15,800 lbs (4.30 Axle Ratio) |
| 6.0L Power Stroke V8 Turbo Diesel | 16,100 lbs (3.73 Axle Ratio) | 15,700 lbs (3.73 Axle Ratio) | 16,300 lbs (3.73/4.10 Axle Ratio) 18,800 lbs (4.30LS Axle Ratio) | 15,800 lbs (3.73/4.10 Axle Ratio) 18,300 lbs (4.30LS Axle Ratio) |
2006 Ford F350 Towing Capacity Chart – 5th Wheel (Crew Cab)
| ENGINE TYPE | SRW 4×2 MAX TOWING | SRW 4×4 MAX TOWING | DRW 4×2 MAX TOWING | DRW 4×4 MAX TOWING |
| 5.4L SEFI V8 | 9,600 lbs (3.73 Axle Ratio) 11,600 lbs (4.10 Axle Ratio) | 9,100 lbs (3.73 Axle Ratio) 11,100 lbs (4.10 Axle Ratio) | N/A | N/A |
| 6.8L SEFI V10 | 14,500 lbs (4.10 Axle Ratio) 16,000/16,500 lbs (4.30 Axle Ratio) | 14,000 lbs (4.10 Axle Ratio) 15,500/16,000 lbs (4.30 Axle Ratio) | 14,700 lbs (4.10 Axle Ratio) 16,200 lbs (4.30 Axle Ratio) | 14,200 lbs (4.10 Axle Ratio) 15,700 lbs (4.30 Axle Ratio) |
| 6.0L Power Stroke V8 Turbo Diesel | 15,900 lbs (3.73 Axle Ratio) | 15,500 lbs (3.73 Axle Ratio) | 16,100 lbs (3.73/4.10 Axle Ratio) 18,600 lbs (4.30LS Axle Ratio) | 15,600 lbs (3.73/4.10 Axle Ratio) 18,100 lbs (4.30LS Axle Ratio) |
Now, let’s explore the towing capacity of the 2006 Ford F350 Super Duty Chassis Cabs with Manual Transmission.
2006 Ford F350 Towing Capacity – Regular Chassis Cab (Conventional)
| ENGINE TYPE | SRW 4×2 MAX TOWING | SRW 4×4 MAX TOWING | DRW 4×2 MAX TOWING | DRW 4×4 MAX TOWING |
| 5.4L SEFI V8 | 8,500 lbs (3.73 Axle Ratio) 10,500 lbs (4.10 Axle Ratio) | 8,100 lbs (3.73 Axle Ratio) 10,100 lbs (4.10 Axle Ratio) | 8,200 lbs (3.73 Axle Ratio) 10,700 lbs (4.10 Axle Ratio) | 7,800 lbs (3.73 Axle Ratio) 10,300 lbs (4.10 Axle Ratio) |
| 6.8L SEFI V10 | 12,500 lbs (4.10 Axle Ratio) | 12,500 lbs (4.10 Axle Ratio) | 13,600 lbs (4.10 Axle Ratio) 15,000 lbs (4.30 Axle Ratio) | 13,200 lbs (4.10 Axle Ratio) 15,000 lbs (4.30 Axle Ratio) |
| 6.0L Power Stroke V8 Turbo Diesel | 12,500 lbs (3.73 Axle Ratio) | 12,500 lbs (3.73 Axle Ratio) | 15,000 lbs (3.73 Axle Ratio) 15,000 lbs (4.10 Axle Ratio) | 15,000 lbs (3.73 Axle Ratio) 15,000 lbs (4.10 Axle Ratio) |
2006 Ford F350 Towing Capacity – Super Chassis Cab (Conventional)
| ENGINE TYPE | SRW 4×2 MAX TOWING | SRW 4×4 MAX TOWING | DRW 4×2 MAX TOWING | DRW 4×4 MAX TOWING |
| 5.4L SEFI V8 | 8,200 lbs (3.73 Axle Ratio) 10,200 lbs (4.10 Axle Ratio) | 7,700 lbs (3.73 Axle Ratio) 9,700 lbs (4.10 Axle Ratio) | N/A | N/A |
| 6.8L SEFI V10 | 12,500 lbs (4.10 Axle Ratio) | 12,500 lbs (4.10 Axle Ratio) | 13,300 lbs (4.10 Axle Ratio) 15,000 lbs (4.30 Axle Ratio) | 12,800 lbs (4.10 Axle Ratio) 14,800 lbs (4.30 Axle Ratio) |
| 6.0L Power Stroke V8 Turbo Diesel | 12,500 lbs (3.73 Axle Ratio) | 12,500 lbs (3.73 Axle Ratio) | 15,000 lbs (3.73 Axle Ratio) 15,000 lbs (4.10 Axle Ratio) | 15,000 lbs (3.73 Axle Ratio) 15,000 lbs (4.10 Axle Ratio) |
2006 Ford F350 Towing Capacity – Crew Chassis Cab (Conventional)
| ENGINE TYPE | SRW 4×2 MAX TOWING | SRW 4×4 MAX TOWING | DRW 4×2 MAX TOWING | DRW 4×4 MAX TOWING |
| 5.4L SEFI V8 | 8,000 lbs (3.73 Axle Ratio) 10,000 lbs (4.10 Axle Ratio) | 7,500 lbs (3.73 Axle Ratio) 9,500 lbs (4.10 Axle Ratio) | N/A | N/A |
| 6.8L SEFI V10 | 12,500 lbs (4.10 Axle Ratio) | 12,400 lbs (4.10 Axle Ratio) | 13,100 lbs (4.10 Axle Ratio) 15,000 lbs (4.30 Axle Ratio) | 12,600 lbs (4.10 Axle Ratio) 14,600 lbs (4.30 Axle Ratio) |
| 6.0L Power Stroke V8 Turbo Diesel | 12,500 lbs (3.73 Axle Ratio) | 12,500 lbs (3.73 Axle Ratio) | 15,000 lbs (3.73 Axle Ratio) 15,000 lbs (4.10 Axle Ratio) | 15,000 lbs (3.73 Axle Ratio) 15,000 lbs (4.10 Axle Ratio) |
Super Duty Chassis Cabs with Automatic Transmission
2006 Ford F350 Towing Capacity – Regular Chassis Cab (Conventional)
| ENGINE TYPE | SRW 4×2 MAX TOWING | SRW 4×4 MAX TOWING | DRW 4×2 MAX TOWING | DRW 4×4 MAX TOWING |
| 5.4L SEFI V8 | 9,500 lbs (3.73 Axle Ratio) 11,500 lbs (4.10 Axle Ratio) | 9,100 lbs (3.73 Axle Ratio) 11,100 lbs (4.10 Axle Ratio) | 9,700 lbs (3.73 Axle Ratio) 11,700 lbs (4.10 Axle Ratio) | 9,300 lbs (3.73 Axle Ratio) 11,300 lbs (4.10 Axle Ratio) |
| 6.8L SEFI V10 | 12,500 lbs (4.10 Axle Ratio) | 12,500 lbs (4.10 Axle Ratio) | 14,700 lbs (4.10 Axle Ratio) 15,000 lbs (4.30 Axle Ratio) | 14,200 lbs (4.10 Axle Ratio) 15,000 lbs (4.30 Axle Ratio) |
| 6.0L Power Stroke V8 Turbo Diesel | 12,500 lbs (3.73 Axle Ratio) | 12,500 lbs (3.73 Axle Ratio) | 15,000 lbs (3.73 Axle Ratio) 15,000 lbs (4.10 Axle Ratio) | 15,000 lbs (3.73 Axle Ratio) 15,000 lbs (4.10 Axle Ratio) |
2006 Ford F350 Towing Capacity – Super Chassis Cab (Conventional)
| ENGINE TYPE | SRW 4×2 MAX TOWING | SRW 4×4 MAX TOWING | DRW 4×2 MAX TOWING | DRW 4×4 MAX TOWING |
| 5.4L SEFI V8 | 9,100 lbs (3.73 Axle Ratio) 11,100 lbs (4.10 Axle Ratio) | 8,700 lbs (3.73 Axle Ratio) 10,700 lbs (4.10 Axle Ratio) | N/A | N/A |
| 6.8L SEFI V10 | 12,500 lbs (4.10 Axle Ratio) | 12,500 lbs (4.10 Axle Ratio) | 14,300 lbs (4.10 Axle Ratio) 15,000 lbs (4.30 Axle Ratio) | 13,800 lbs (4.10 Axle Ratio) 15,000 lbs (4.30 Axle Ratio) |
| 6.0L Power Stroke V8 Turbo Diesel | 12,500 lbs (3.73 Axle Ratio) | 12,500 lbs (3.73 Axle Ratio) | 15,000 lbs (3.73 Axle Ratio)1 5,000 lbs (4.10 Axle Ratio) | 15,000 lbs (3.73 Axle Ratio) 15,000 lbs (4.10 Axle Ratio) |
2006 Ford F350 Towing Capacity – Crew Chassis Cab (Conventional)
| ENGINE TYPE | SRW 4×2 MAX TOWING | SRW 4×4 MAX TOWING | DRW 4×2 MAX TOWING | DRW 4×4 MAX TOWING |
| 5.4L SEFI V8 | 8,900 lbs (3.73 Axle Ratio) 10,900 lbs (4.10 Axle Ratio) | 8,500 lbs (3.73 Axle Ratio) 10,500 lbs (4.10 Axle Ratio) | N/A | N/A |
| 6.8L SEFI V10 | 12,500 lbs (4.10 Axle Ratio) | 12,500 lbs (4.10 Axle Ratio) | 14,100 lbs (4.10 Axle Ratio) 15,000 lbs (4.30 Axle Ratio) | 13,600 lbs (4.10 Axle Ratio) 15,000 lbs (4.30 Axle Ratio) |
| 6.0L Power Stroke V8 Turbo Diesel | 12,500 lbs (3.73 Axle Ratio) | 12,500 lbs (3.73 Axle Ratio) | 15,000 lbs (3.73 Axle Ratio) 15,000 lbs (4.10 Axle Ratio) | 15,000 lbs (3.73 Axle Ratio) 15,000 lbs (4.10 Axle Ratio) |
Super Duty Chassis Cabs Towing Capacity Chart (MANUAL TRANSMISSION)
2006 Ford F350 Towing Capacity – Regular Chassis Cab (5th-Wheel)
| ENGINE TYPE | SRW 4×2 MAX TOWING | SRW 4×4 MAX TOWING | DRW 4×2 MAX TOWING | DRW 4×4 MAX TOWING |
| 5.4L SEFI V8 | 8,500 lbs (3.73 Axle Ratio) 10,500 lbs (4.10 Axle Ratio) | 8,100 lbs (3.73 Axle Ratio) 10,100 lbs (4.10 Axle Ratio) | 8,200 lbs (3.73 Axle Ratio) 10,700 lbs (4.10 Axle Ratio) | 7,800 lbs (3.73 Axle Ratio) 10,300 lbs (4.10 Axle Ratio) |
| 6.8L SEFI V10 | 13,400 lbs (4.10 Axle Ratio) | 13,000 lbs (4.10 Axle Ratio) | 13,600 lbs (4.10 Axle Ratio) 15,600 lbs (4.30 Axle Ratio) | 13,200 lbs (4.10 Axle Ratio) 15,200 lbs (4.30 Axle Ratio) |
| 6.0L Power Stroke V8 Turbo Diesel | 15,900 lbs (3.73 Axle Ratio) | 15,400 lbs (3.73 Axle Ratio) | 16,100 lbs (3.73 Axle Ratio) 16,100 lbs (4.10 Axle Ratio) | 15,700 lbs (3.73 Axle Ratio) 15,700 lbs (4.10 Axle Ratio) |
2006 Ford F350 Towing Capacity – Super Chassis Cab (5th-Wheel)
| ENGINE TYPE | SRW 4×2 MAX TOWING | SRW 4×4 MAX TOWING | DRW 4×2 MAX TOWING | DRW 4×4 MAX TOWING |
| 5.4L SEFI V8 | 8,200 lbs (3.73 Axle Ratio) 10,200 lbs (4.10 Axle Ratio) | 7,700 lbs (3.73 Axle Ratio) 9,700 lbs (4.10 Axle Ratio) | N/A | N/A |
| 6.8L SEFI V10 | 13,000 lbs (4.10 Axle Ratio) | 12,600 lbs (4.10 Axle Ratio) | 13,300 lbs (4.10 Axle Ratio) 15,300 lbs (4.30 Axle Ratio) | 12,800 lbs (4.10 Axle Ratio) 14,800 lbs (4.30 Axle Ratio) |
| 6.0L Power Stroke V8 Turbo Diesel | 15,500 lbs (3.73 Axle Ratio) | 15,100 lbs (3.73 Axle Ratio) | 15,700 lbs (3.73 Axle Ratio) 15,700 lbs (4.10 Axle Ratio) | 15,300 lbs (3.73 Axle Ratio) 15,300 lbs (4.10 Axle Ratio) |
2006 Ford F350 Towing Capacity – Crew Chassis Cab (5th-Wheel)
| ENGINE TYPE | SRW 4×2 MAX TOWING | SRW 4×4 MAX TOWING | DRW 4×2 MAX TOWING | DRW 4×4 MAX TOWING |
| 5.4L SEFI V8 | 8,000 lbs (3.73 Axle Ratio) 10,000 lbs (4.10 Axle Ratio) | 7,500 lbs (3.73 Axle Ratio) 9,500 lbs (4.10 Axle Ratio) | N/A | N/A |
| 6.8L SEFI V10 | 12,800 lbs (4.10 Axle Ratio) | 12,400 lbs (4.10 Axle Ratio) | 13,100 lbs (4.10 Axle Ratio) 15,100 lbs (4.30 Axle Ratio) | 12,600 lbs (4.10 Axle Ratio) 14,600 lbs (4.30 Axle Ratio) |
| 6.0L Power Stroke V8 Turbo Diesel | 15,300 lbs (3.73 Axle Ratio) | 14,800 lbs (3.73 Axle Ratio) | 15,500 lbs (3.73 Axle Ratio) 15,500 lbs (4.10 Axle Ratio) | 15,100 lbs (3.73 Axle Ratio) 15,100 lbs (4.10 Axle Ratio) |
Super Duty Chassis Cabs with Automatic Transmission
2006 Ford F350 Towing Capacity – Regular Chassis Cab (5th-Wheel)
| ENGINE TYPE | SRW 4×2 MAX TOWING | SRW 4×4 MAX TOWING | DRW 4×2 MAX TOWING | DRW 4×4 MAX TOWING |
| 5.4L SEFI V8 | 9,500 lbs (3.73 Axle Ratio) 11,500 lbs (4.10 Axle Ratio) | 9,100 lbs (3.73 Axle Ratio) 11,100 lbs (4.10 Axle Ratio) | 9,700 lbs (3.73 Axle Ratio) 11,700 lbs (4.10 Axle Ratio) | 9,300 lbs (3.73 Axle Ratio) 11,300 lbs (4.10 Axle Ratio) |
| 6.8L SEFI V10 | 14,500 lbs (4.10 Axle Ratio) | 14,000 lbs (4.10 Axle Ratio) | 14,700 lbs (4.10 Axle Ratio) 16,200 lbs (4.30 Axle Ratio) | 14,200 lbs (4.10 Axle Ratio) 15,700 lbs (4.30 Axle Ratio) |
| 6.0L Power Stroke V8 Turbo Diesel | 15,900 lbs (3.73 Axle Ratio) | 15,500 lbs (3.73 Axle Ratio) | 16,200 lbs (3.73 Axle Ratio) 16,200 lbs (4.10 Axle Ratio) | 15,700 lbs (3.73 Axle Ratio) 15,700 lbs (4.10 Axle Ratio) |
2006 Ford F350 Towing Capacity – Super Chassis Cab (5th-Wheel)
| ENGINE TYPE | SRW 4×2 MAX TOWING | SRW 4×4 MAX TOWING | DRW 4×2 MAX TOWING | DRW 4×4 MAX TOWING |
| 5.4L SEFI V8 | 9,100 lbs (3.73 Axle Ratio) 11,100 lbs (4.10 Axle Ratio) | 8,700 lbs (3.73 Axle Ratio) 10,700 lbs (4.10 Axle Ratio) | N/A | N/A |
| 6.8L SEFI V10 | 14,100 lbs (4.10 Axle Ratio) | 13,600 lbs (4.10 Axle Ratio) | 14,300 lbs (4.10 Axle Ratio) 15,800 lbs (4.30 Axle Ratio) | 13,800 lbs (4.10 Axle Ratio) 15,300 lbs (4.30 Axle Ratio) |
| 6.0L Power Stroke V8 Turbo Diesel | 15,600 lbs (3.73 Axle Ratio) | 15,100 lbs (3.73 Axle Ratio) | 15,800 lbs (3.73 Axle Ratio) 15,800 lbs (4.10 Axle Ratio) | 15,300 lbs (3.73 Axle Ratio) 15,300 lbs (4.10 Axle Ratio) |
2006 Ford F350 Towing Capacity – Crew Chassis Cab (5th-Wheel)
| ENGINE TYPE | SRW 4×2 MAX TOWING | SRW 4×4 MAX TOWING | DRW 4×2 MAX TOWING | DRW 4×4 MAX TOWING |
| 5.4L SEFI V8 | 8,900 lbs (3.73 Axle Ratio) 10,900 lbs (4.10 Axle Ratio) | 8,500 lbs (3.73 Axle Ratio) 10,500 lbs (4.10 Axle Ratio) | N/A | N/A |
| 6.8L SEFI V10 | 13,900 lbs (4.10 Axle Ratio) | 13,400 lbs (4.10 Axle Ratio) | 14,100 lbs (4.10 Axle Ratio) 15,600 lbs (4.30 Axle Ratio) | 13,600 lbs (4.10 Axle Ratio) 15,100 lbs (4.30 Axle Ratio) |
| 6.0L Power Stroke V8 Turbo Diesel | 15,400 lbs (3.73 Axle Ratio) | 14,900 lbs (3.73 Axle Ratio) | 15,600 lbs (3.73 Axle Ratio) 15,600 lbs (4.10 Axle Ratio) | 15,100 lbs (3.73 Axle Ratio) 15,100 lbs (4.10 Axle Ratio) |
Hitch Receiver Weight Capacity for 2006 F350 (Super Duty SRW)
| Weight-Carrying Max. Trailer Capacity | Max. Tongue Load | Weight-Distrbuting Max. Trailer Capacity | Max. Tongue Load |
| 5,000 lbs | 500 lbs | 12,500 lbs | 1,250 lbs |
Hitch Receiver Weight Capacity for 2006 F350 (Super Duty DRW)
| Weight-Carrying Max. Trailer Capacity | Max. Tongue Load | Weight-Distrbuting Max. Trailer Capacity | Max. Tongue Load |
| 6,000 lbs | 600 lbs | 15,000 lbs | 1,500 lbs |
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Towing Features on 2006 Ford F350
The 2006 Ford F350 was equipped with various towing features including Standard Trailer Sway Control, Trailer Brake Controller, Standard Hill Start Assist, and 5th-Wheel/Gooseneck Prep Package.
Standard Trailer Sway Control
The Standard Trailer Sway Control was available for Single-rear-wheel (SRW) models. This control feature works with AdvanceTrac, and RSC (Roll Stability Control) using a yaw motion sensor to monitor the motions of the truck for detecting trailer sway. The system applies selected brakes and reduces engine power to help the driver regain control in the case of trailer swaying.
Though the Dual-rear-wheel (DRW) models were not equipped with AdvanceTrac technology, they operated with a similar yaw motion sensor to detect and control trailer sway.
Integrated Exhaust Brake
This feature automatically increases engine exhaust back pressure when needed to help slow the vehicle and trailer while in Tow/Haul Mode.
A single touch of the brake pedal in Tow/Haul Mode activates the system to improve control with less wear and tear on the transmission.
Trailer Brake Controller (TBC)
The Trailer Brake Controller (TBC) utilizes various inputs such as braking action, vehicle speed, and ABS logic to optimize the performance of both the truck and electric trailer brakes. The instrument cluster displays information related to the trailer brake controller output, gain levels, and trailer connection status.
Furthermore, TBC provides superior braking performance and control by integrating Tow/Haul Mode with the engine brake feature (which is exclusive to the 6.0L Diesel V8 engine). This eliminates the need for frequent gear shifting on steep uphill grades, and engine braking can be used to maintain or decrease vehicle speed.
When used in conjunction with the engine brake feature on the 6.0L V8 turbo diesel engine, TBC also provides additional braking power and control when driving downhill.
New Standard Hill Start Assist
Hill Start Assist helps to prevent rolling back on a grade by momentarily maintaining brake pressure until the engine delivers enough torque to move the truck up the hill. You’re always covered while heading up, or in reverse mode.
5th-Wheel/Gooseneck Prep Package
All models of the 2006 Ford F350 Pickup truck was available with the 5th-wheel/Gooseneck Prep Package which provides the necessary under-the-bed hardware to allow mounting of a 5th-wheel/gooseneck hitch in the pickup bed to put more of the trailer weight over the tow vehicle.
Conclusion on 2006 Ford F350 Towing Capacity
The maximum conventional towing capacity of the 2006 Ford F350 is 15,000 lbs whereas the maximum 5th-wheel towing capacity is 18,800 lbs when properly equipped.
How to calculate the load your vehicle can carry/tow?
1. Use the appropriate maximum GCWR chart (in the Trailer Towing section in this chapter) for your type of engine and rear axle ratio.
2. Weigh your vehicle without cargo. To obtain the correct weights, take your vehicle to a shipping company or an inspection station for trucks.
3. Subtract your loaded weight from the maximum GCWR in the chart. This is the maximum trailer weight your vehicle can tow. It must be below the maximum trailer weight shown in the chart.
Some Important Information on 2006 Ford F350 Towing Capacity
- You should not exceed a trailer weight of 5,000 lbs. when towing with bumper only.
- The trailer tongue load weight should be 10%-15% of the total loaded trailer weight.
- The combined weight of the vehicle, and trailer must not exceed the GCWR (Gross Combined Weight Rating) mentioned in the vehicle manual.
- F350 owners must carefully read, and review the owner’s manual before buying, or using their pickup truck for towing purposes.
- The maximum towing capacity may only be achieved when the 2006 F350 is equipped with a powerful engine (6.7L Turbo Diesel V8), Max Trailer Tow Package, required tires, wheels, and genuine/approved towing accessories.
- The towing capacity varies according to the vehicle configuration, cargo, weight of passengers, addition of trailer tongue, availability of towing accessories, and other customizations.
- Your vehicle may tow a class I, II, or III trailer provided the maximum trailer weight is less than or equal to the maximum trailer weight listed for your engine and rear axle ratio on the following charts.
- Your vehicle’s load capacity is designated by weight, not by volume, so you cannot necessarily use all available space when loading a vehicle.
- Towing a trailer places an additional load on your vehicle’s engine, transmission, axle, brakes, tires, and suspension. Inspect these components carefully periodically during, and after any towing operation.
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