What is the heaviest F-150?
The heaviest F-150 in Ford’s current lineup is the all-electric Ford F-150 Lightning, with the Extended Range Dual‑Motor version topping the scale. Expect curb weights in the mid‑6,000s pounds (roughly 6,400 to 6,800 lb) depending on trim and options.
Weight in the F-150 family varies widely by battery size or engine, cab style, bed length, and trim level. This article explains which configurations are heaviest, why weight differs across the lineup, and what that means for payload, towing, and daily use.
Electric power leads the scale: the Ford F-150 Lightning
The Lightning’s heft comes mainly from its battery pack. The Extended Range battery, paired with dual electric motors and all‑wheel drive, adds substantial mass compared with gasoline-powered F‑150s. Additional structural reinforcements and thermal management components further contribute to its overall weight. Among Lightning configurations, the Extended Range Dual‑Motor setup is the heaviest in most trims.
Key weight drivers
Battery size and configuration are the primary factors that push the Lightning’s weight upward. All‑wheel drive and dual motors add mass beyond the vehicle’s platform, while trim levels that include premium equipment, larger wheels, and bold powertrains can nudge curb weight higher. In short, the more range and capability you add, the heavier the truck tends to be.
Gasoline and other variants: how they compare
Gasoline-powered F‑150s—those with V6 EcoBoost or V8 powertrains—are generally lighter than the Lightning. Still, configurations with larger cabs (Crew Cab), longer beds, and 4x4 drive can push weights upward. Typical curb weights for gasoline F‑150 crew-cab models span roughly from the mid‑4,800s to the upper‑5,900 pounds, depending on options and drivetrain. The heaviest gas configurations are usually those with 4x4, longer beds, and premium trims, though they rarely reach the Lightning’s heft.
Heavy hitters among the gas lineup
Within the gas-F‑150 family, performance-oriented variants and top trims (such as Raptor with off-road packages or high-end Platinum/Lariat configurations) approach the higher end of the gasoline range, but they remain lighter than the all-electric Lightning in Extended Range form. Exact weights vary by year, body style, and equipment choices, so consult official spec sheets for precise figures.
Why weight matters for buyers
Vehicle weight influences payload capacity, towing ability, braking distance, and efficiency. The Lightning’s greater mass can reduce range under heavy payload conditions or when towing, but it delivers instant torque, sophisticated power management, and seamless driving dynamics typical of electric trucks. Gas F‑150s offer different trade-offs, including generally longer range on a full tank and familiar refueling convenience, with payload and towing figures that shift with configuration.
Summary
As of the current model lineup, the heaviest F‑150 is the Ford F‑150 Lightning with Extended Range battery in dual‑motor form, typically weighing in the mid‑6,000‑pound range. Gasoline F‑150 variants are lighter on average, though heavy crew-cab, 4x4, long‑bed configurations can come close in some trims. For exact figures, refer to Ford’s official specifications for the specific year and build, since weight varies with options and market.
