F350 vs F450 towing and fuel economy
I am trying to choose between the older (poss 2008-2010) F350 and F450. It will mainly be used to haul trailers back and forth so I prefer the dual rear wheels and like that the 450 has more payload a...
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Oh around here 4x4 is almost mandatory. Not a full time job for me already have one just a side hobby since I can't get enough of TV and TT's lol
To start off I leased a 2015 F250 CC LB 4x4 (manual) and not having weight in the back had me sliding around in the recent snow. I also found out I need the autolocking (expensive to replace) hubs because it isn't practical for me to get out every time I need to activate them. I know some say drive with the hubs locked but the owner's manual said that will cause damage. I did it on my Ex for a few weeks until I got the vacuum leak fixed but didn't know if it is the same system or now.
To start off I leased a 2015 F250 CC LB 4x4 (manual) and not having weight in the back had me sliding around in the recent snow. I also found out I need the autolocking (expensive to replace) hubs because it isn't practical for me to get out every time I need to activate them. I know some say drive with the hubs locked but the owner's manual said that will cause damage. I did it on my Ex for a few weeks until I got the vacuum leak fixed but didn't know if it is the same system or now.
Grandpere wrote:
The 4x4 F450 will get worse fuel economy than a 2wd F350. The lower gearing will also contribute to lower MPGs. Since you are dedicated to pulling trailers as a living, you will be happier with the F450. Just cruise at a slower speed and the MPG difference will be minimal, and the 4wd may come in handy if you tow year round.
