Who has switched from a '16+ max tow F150 to a '16+ HD F150?

I believe that the main component that adds stability to the max payload package is the LT tires. If you order a 4wd drive F150 you can specify the LT tires as an option for $300 on any version. For the max tow rating you have to have 20" wheels and those are not available with max payload. It is probable that the larger rims add stability too and you can retrofit LT tires to them, it just costs more. The only other features that would add stability are the springs and shocks and you can always change out the shocks and add air springs. I did all of the above on my 2016 F150 and it is nearly as stable as a 2019 F250 that I had for a while plus I can let the air out of the air springs and have a softer ride when empty.

I understand your frustration with finding a max payload package on the lot. I have never seen one. However, when I was asking about the max payload package someone on this site did offer to let me drive theirs to feel the difference. It was a bit of a long drive so I didn't take them up on it but you might be luckier. You might want give a better idea of where you live in Texas if you want to try for that. As much as Ford like to advertise having the largest payload of any half ton truck they should do a lot more to help people buy it.

ShinerBock wrote:

johndeerefarmer wrote:

Thanks. I know the differences between the trucks. I was hoping some owners that had switch would post here. Since you can't find a HD payload truck to test drive and for sure can't test drive with a RV, that's the only way I can find out

Yeah, they are hard to find on dealer lots. I had to special order mine.

Sorry OP. Not on topic.

In for oil change and they had this Super Crew HDPP F150 in the showroom. Quite surprised they have one in their inventory.

Pic of the payload.

johndeerefarmer wrote:

Thanks. I know the differences between the trucks. I was hoping some owners that had switch would post here. Since you can't find a HD payload truck to test drive and for sure can't test drive with a RV, that's the only way I can find out

Yeah, they are hard to find on dealer lots. I had to special order mine.

JIMNLIN wrote:
Max tow is just a option that can be on just about any F150 configuration.

.Includes:
• 3.55 Electronic-locking rear-axle
• 4-pin/7-pin wiring harness
• 36 Gallon fuel tank
• Auxiliary transmission oil cooler
• Engine oil cooler
• Class IV trailer hitch receiver
• Pro Trailer Backup Assist with Tailgate LED
• Smart Trailer Tow Connector (standard on LARIAT and higher)
• Integrated Trailer Brake Controller
• Upgraded front stabilizer bar
• Upgraded rear bumper

Some have said the F150HDPP comes with the max tow option.

F150 truck specs from the top on down;
#1. 7850 gvwr...4800 rawr.

#2. 7600 gvwr...4550 rawr..

#3. 7050 gvwr...4050 rawr...

#4. 6800 gvwr...3800 rawr...

Owners of these trucks would be the ones you need input from.

Thanks. I know the differences between the trucks. I was hoping some owners that had switch would post here. Since you can't find a HD payload truck to test drive and for sure can't test drive with a RV, that's the only way I can find out

^^I believe you have to have the long bed option(6' w/ crew cab or 8' w/ super cab) in order to have the HD package. You don't with the max tow so it is not available in every configuration. At least that was the way it was when I had my 2012 F150HD.

Edit: I just checked Ford's website and it is still the same. HD payload package requires the longest bed possible with either cab configuration.

Max tow is just a option that can be on just about any F150 configuration.

.Includes:
• 3.55 Electronic-locking rear-axle
• 4-pin/7-pin wiring harness
• 36 Gallon fuel tank
• Auxiliary transmission oil cooler
• Engine oil cooler
• Class IV trailer hitch receiver
• Pro Trailer Backup Assist with Tailgate LED
• Smart Trailer Tow Connector (standard on LARIAT and higher)
• Integrated Trailer Brake Controller
• Upgraded front stabilizer bar
• Upgraded rear bumper

Some have said the F150HDPP comes with the max tow option.

F150 truck specs from the top on down;
#1. 7850 gvwr...4800 rawr.

#2. 7600 gvwr...4550 rawr..

#3. 7050 gvwr...4050 rawr...

#4. 6800 gvwr...3800 rawr...

Owners of these trucks would be the ones you need input from.