Heavy Load / Towing
Ford F-150 — Heavy Load / Towing Tire Pressure
For heavy load / towing use on the Ford F-150, set cold pressures to 38 PSI front and 40 PSI rear.
Heavy Load / Towing cold pressure
Front
38
262 kPa
+3 vs OEM
Rear
40
276 kPa
+5 vs OEM
OEM spec
35/35 PSI
Tire size
275/65R18
Curb weight
2,115 kg
Category
pickup
When loaded to GVWR or towing, increase rear PSI more than front to keep the load-carrying capacity within spec.
Community-tuned pressures based on OEM spec + typical use-case deltas. Always verify against your door-jamb sticker for your exact trim and load rating. Minimum safe pressure is 24 PSI for most passenger tires.
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FAQ
Frequently asked
- What tire pressure should I use for load driving in the Ford F-150?
- For heavy load / towing use on the Ford F-150, set cold pressures to 38 PSI front and 40 PSI rear. When loaded to GVWR or towing, increase rear PSI more than front to keep the load-carrying capacity within spec.
- What is the OEM tire pressure for the Ford F-150?
- The factory cold pressure spec for the 2021–2024 Ford F-150 is 35 PSI front / 35 PSI rear. Always use the door-jamb sticker for your specific trim.
- What about towing with the Ford F-150?
- Towing or carrying heavy loads shifts weight rearward. Using 38 PSI front / 40 PSI rear keeps load-carrying capacity within spec and prevents rear sidewall overheating.
- What is 38 PSI in bar or kPa?
- 38 PSI = 2.6 bar = 262 kPa. The rear 40 PSI = 2.8 bar.
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