How many miles can you get out of a Ford F250 Super Duty?
On a full tank, the Ford F-250 Super Duty can cover hundreds of miles, with gasoline models typically delivering roughly 470–510 miles on the standard 34-gallon tank and diesel versions offering higher ranges, especially when equipped with an extended 48-gallon tank. Real-world figures vary widely based on engine choice, payload, towing, and driving conditions.
What determines the range of an F-250
The distance you can travel on a tank is influenced by several factors, including engine type, fuel tank size, payload and towing, terrain, driving style, and the load you carry. Even two identical trucks can have noticeably different ranges depending on how they’re used.
Tank sizes and how they affect range
Ford’s F-250 Super Duty generally uses a 34-gallon fuel tank on most configurations, with an extended 48-gallon option available on select builds to maximize range. The exact capacity varies by cab/bed configuration and model year.
- Standard tank: about 34 gallons.
- Extended range option: about 48 gallons (available on certain configurations).
- Variations by cab and bed length can change the exact capacity and range estimates.
The following figures provide ballpark estimates for planning, recognizing that real-world numbers will vary with configuration and use.
Fuel economy by engine (approximate, EPA-style ranges)
Note: EPA estimates vary by configuration, but these ranges reflect common F-250 engines in recent model years.
- 6.2L gas V8: combined roughly 14–15 mpg; highway about 17–19 mpg; city around 11–13 mpg.
- 7.3L gas V8: combined roughly 13–15 mpg; highway about 17–18 mpg; city around 11–13 mpg.
- 6.7L Power Stroke diesel: combined roughly 17–19 mpg; highway about 20–23 mpg; city around 12–14 mpg.
Real-world numbers will vary, especially when towing or carrying heavy loads, but these ranges provide a framework for estimating distance per tank.
Calculating your range
To estimate how far you can go on a tank, multiply the fuel tank capacity by the miles per gallon you typically achieve. If your F-250 has the standard 34-gallon tank and you’re in the ballpark of 14–15 mpg combined, you’re looking at roughly 470–510 miles per tank. If you have the extended 48-gallon tank and diesel efficiency around 17–19 mpg, range figures can climb toward 800–900 miles under favorable conditions.
- Gasoline engine with 34-gallon tank: ~470–510 miles per tank (14–15 mpg).
- Diesel engine with 34-gallon tank: ~580–650 miles per tank (17–19 mpg).
- Gasoline engine with 48-gallon tank: ~670–720 miles per tank (14–15 mpg).
- Diesel engine with 48-gallon tank: ~800–900+ miles per tank (17–19 mpg).
Keep in mind that towing heavy loads, climbing hills, and riding in strong winds can reduce range, while steady highway cruising with light payloads can extend it.
Summary
The Ford F-250 Super Duty offers a wide range of potential miles per tank depending on engine choice and tank size. In general, gasoline builds with a 34-gallon tank deliver roughly 470–510 miles per tank, while diesel versions typically push toward 580–650 miles. If you opt for the 48-gallon extended tank, ranges can extend well beyond 700 miles, and in favorable conditions may approach or exceed 800–900 miles on a full diesel tank. Always factor in towing, payload, and terrain when estimating your actual range.
