How much weight can you put in the bed of a Ford Maverick?
In practical terms, you can haul roughly 1,300 to 1,500 pounds of cargo in the Maverick’s bed, depending on the engine and drivetrain. The exact limit is the vehicle’s payload rating, which is listed on the door placard for your specific truck. Always verify your exact figure on the placard and never exceed it when loading the bed along with any passengers.
Payload basics and what it means
The bed’s load capacity is not published as a separate “bed weight limit.” Instead, the Maverick’s payload rating represents the maximum combined weight of all cargo and passengers that the vehicle can safely carry. This rating varies slightly by configuration, with some drivetrain and engine combinations allowing a bit more or less payload. The door jamb placard on your Maverick shows the precise value for your exact build.
Understanding these numbers helps ensure you stay within safe limits when loading the bed. The figures below summarize typical expectations and what influences them.
- Most Maverick configurations have a payload near the 1,300–1,500 pound range. The exact figure depends on engine choice (Hybrid vs EcoBoost) and whether the truck is FWD or AWD.
- All‑wheel drive (AWD) variants generally have a lower payload rating than their 2WD counterparts because of additional drivetrain weight and equipment.
- Hybrid models tend to sit toward the higher end of the typical payload window, while EcoBoost variants can be slightly lower depending on trim and options.
In short, rely on your specific truck’s door placard for the exact payload number, and plan cargo loads accordingly.
Safe loading practices for the Maverick bed
To load the bed safely, follow best practices that keep weight balanced, secure, and within limits. The steps below outline common-sense guidelines you can apply to most cargo scenarios.
- Distribute weight evenly across the bed and keep heavy items low to the floor to lower the center of gravity.
- Secure everything with appropriate tie-downs or straps, using the bed’s anchor points and, if available, the Flexbed system’s integrated features.
- Account for any weight added by passengers or accessories; ensure the total load does not exceed the door placard rating.
- When loading long or awkward items, place them so they don’t protrude beyond the bed sides and won’t shift during braking or cornering.
- Periodically recheck load security and weight distribution after driving a short distance or if the cargo shifts, especially on rough roads.
These practices help maintain vehicle handling, braking performance, and overall safety when using the Maverick’s bed for cargo.
Additional considerations and tips
If you are towing or carrying heavy loads, remember that hitch weight and trailer tongue mass also affect overall payload capacity. For accuracy and safety, consult your owner’s manual and the door placard for your exact configuration, and consider professional guidance if you plan consistently heavy or specialized loads.
Summary
The Ford Maverick can typically carry about 1,300–1,500 pounds of payload in the bed, depending on engine and drivetrain. The exact limit is shown on the door placard for your specific truck. Always load within that rating, distribute weight evenly, and secure cargo properly to maintain safe handling and braking performance.
