2012 Ecoboost towing

JD and Beastlet wrote:

3oaks wrote:

mbopp wrote:
Tow rating is meaningless on a 1/2-ton.
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Ridiculous statement! :R

It is one of several factors that must always be considered when calculating the towing capacity. :@

Tow rating is not meaningless at all. However, many 1/2 ton tow ratings are fictional because the payload capacity runs out long before the tow rating is reached.

rtf wrote:
I have a 2012 ecoboost 4x4 with max tow package. i have a new 36 foot travel trailer weighing 8830 lbs. my truck is rated at 11K towing. will i be safe towing this long trailer? i do have a weight distributing hitch with sway bars.

You have already the trailer. I respectfully submit that you should have asked this question before doing so.