The Ford Super Duty takes pickup capability to another level, giving drivers the heavy duty truck strength they need for demanding work, heavy trailers, and substantial loads. Its combination of powerful engines, serious towing and hauling capacity, and useful technology has made it a go-to choice when a light-duty truck isn't enough. Find out what you need to know in this 2027 Super Duty guide.
Key Takeaways
- The 7.3-liter gas V8 and 6.7-liter Power Stroke turbodiesel are the two engine choices.
- Ford adds a Carhartt Edition model for '27.
- The Super Duty can tow up to 40,000 pounds when properly equipped.
How Has Ford Updated the Super Duty for 2027?
Car and Driver states that two engines have been discontinued— the 6.8-liter V8 and the lower-output 6.7-liter Power Stroke diesel, narrowing the lineup to two V8 engines.
Ford adds the new Carhartt Edition to the Super Duty, using the workwear brand as inspiration for the truck's design, adding distinctive 20-inch wheels and exterior Carhartt badging. Unique materials carry the treatment into the interior.
What Separates the Gas V8 From the Diesel Power Stroke?
The Super Duty's standard engine is Ford's 7.3-liter V8, producing 430 horsepower and 485 lb-ft of torque. Diesel buyers get the 6.7-liter Power Stroke turbodiesel V8, rated at 500 horsepower and a substantial 1,200 lb-ft of torque. Both engines send power through a 10-speed automatic transmission, and the truck can be configured with single or dual rear wheels.
Does the 2027 Super Duty Have an Off-Road Package?
Yes! Not every Super Duty spends its life on pavement. The available Tremor Off-Road Package handles rougher conditions with larger tires, a factory lift, and other equipment designed to improve off-road performance.
How Far Can You Push the 2027 Super Duty's Towing and Hauling Capacity?
Conventional towing capacity for the Super Duty is 30,000 pounds; a fifth-wheel setup increases the maximum to 35,000 pounds. A gooseneck hitch raises the ceiling again to 40,000 pounds. Properly equipped trucks can also carry payloads of up to 8,000 pounds.
Tech helps drivers keep tabs on all that weight. Onboard Scales with Smart Hitch provide real-time payload and tongue-weight estimates before and during a job. Trailer Navigation accounts for trailer dimensions when plotting a route, while the available Pro Trailer Backup Assist assists when maneuvering in reverse.
What Is the Ford Super Duty's Tech Like?
The Super Duty XL features an 8-inch touchscreen, with higher trims moving up to a 12-inch display and Ford's Sync 4 system. (Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are available with the larger setup.) Vehicle info displays through a customizable 12-inch digital instrument cluster.
Ford also provides plenty of places to connect equipment. Available 110-volt outlets supply power for tools, laptops, and other devices, making the truck useful as a workspace even when you're away from the jobsite.
An eight-speaker B&O system is standard, but buyers can upgrade to a premium B&O system with 18 speakers.
Match Your Super Duty to the Job
Gas or diesel, single or dual rear wheels, the best Super Duty configuration depends on what you plan to tow and carry. Visit our Jarrett-Gordon Ford Davenport showroom to see the 2027 trucks and find the one equipped for your workload.