Enter your cargo weight, crew size, body type, and safety buffer — get an instant Ford Super Duty model recommendation with a payload utilization breakdown. Know the right truck before you buy.
Ratings shown are maximum published values for diesel engine configurations. Your specific truck's rated payload is on the door-jamb sticker. Never exceed GVWR.
| Model | GVWR | Max Payload (Gas) | Max Payload (Diesel) |
|---|---|---|---|
| F-250 Super Duty | 10,000 lbs | 3,240 lbs | 4,260 lbs |
| F-350 SRW Chassis Cab | 14,000 lbs | 4,460 lbs | 7,850 lbs |
| F-350 DRW Chassis Cab | 14,000 lbs | 4,460 lbs | 7,850 lbs |
| F-450 Chassis Cab | 16,500 lbs | 4,800 lbs | 8,000 lbs |
| F-550 Chassis Cab | 19,500 lbs | ~5,000 lbs | 12,750 lbs |
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating — the maximum safe operating weight of the fully loaded truck. Set by Ford engineers. Your payload capacity is GVWR minus the truck's curb weight. Exceeding GVWR is a DOT violation and voids your warranty.
The weight you can legally carry — crew, cargo, tools, and body combined. Printed on the door-jamb sticker. The calculator uses published maximum payload values; your specific truck may vary based on options and configuration.
The most overlooked factor. A Knapheide steel service body weighs 1,400–1,800 lbs before you put a single tool in it. Always subtract body weight from rated payload to find your actual usable cargo capacity.
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