2026 Ford F-250 Vs. F-350

2026 Ford F-250 on Site


If you’re in the market for a reliable pickup truck, you should check out the Ford lineup. For heavy-duty capability, the Super Duty® models produce plenty of power to get even the toughest jobs in Omaha, NE complete. So, which model should you finance or lease? Compare the first 2 models in the lineup, the F-250 and the F-350, with TNT Ford below. 

2026 Ford F-250

vs.

2026 Ford F-350

Heavy-duty truck

Class

Heavy-duty truck
XL, XLT, Lariat®, Platinum®, King Ranch®

Available Trim Levels

XL, XLT, Lariat®, Platinum®, King Ranch®
6.8L 2V DEVCT NA PFI V8 Gas Engine

Standard Engine

6.8L 2V DEVCT NA PFI V8 Gas Engine
23,000 pounds

Maximum Towing Capacity

38,000 pounds
4,246 pounds

Maximum Payload Capacity

8,000 pounds

 

F-250 Vs. F-350: Engine Selection

Both the F-250 and the F-350 are available in 5 trim levels: XL, XLT, Lariat®, Platinum®, and King Ranch®. They also offer the same 4 engine options, so you can choose the level of power you need on your worksites in Des Moines. Check out the specs for each option here:

6.8L 2V DEVCT NA PFI V8 Gas Engine

Standard on: XL, XLT, Lariat®

  • 405 hp 
  • 445 lb-ft of torque 

7.3L 2V DEVCT NA PFI V8 Gas Engine

Standard on: Platinum®, King Ranch®

Available for: XL, XLT, Lariat®

  • 430 hp 
  • 485 lb-ft of torque 

6.7L 4 Valve OHV Power Stroke® V8 Turbo Diesel B20 Engine

Available for: All Super Duty® models

  • 475 hp 
  • 1,050 lb-ft of torque 

6.7L High Output Power Stroke® V8 Turbo Diesel B20 Engine

Available for: All Super Duty® models

  • 500 hp 
  • 1,200 lb-ft of torque

F-250 Vs. F-350: Towing & Payload Capacities 

The main differences between these Super Duty® models are their towing and payload capacities. While the Ford F-250 offers exceptional towing and payload numbers, the Ford F-350 has improved specs that justify the upgrade and additional cost. Depending on your needs near Lincoln, NE, you will find either one of these models to be right. We’ve listed the maximum 2026 Ford F-250 vs. F-350 towing and payload capacities here:

Towing Capacity

  • 2026 Ford F-250: Capable of towing up to 23,000 pounds with the proper equipment
  • 2026 Ford F-350: Capable of towing up to 38,000 pounds with the proper equipment

Payload Capacity

  • 2026 Ford F-250: Has a maximum payload capacity of 4,246 pounds with the proper equipment
  • 2026 Ford F-350: Has a maximum payload capacity of 8,000 pounds with the proper equipment

Test-Drive These Super Duty® Trucks At TNT Ford 

Ready to take these models out for a spin? Head on over to our lot in Red Oak today! If you have any questions, be sure to reach out to us, and we’d be happy to help! 

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