Truck drivers near Mechanicsburg, Harrisburg, or Carlisle, Pennsylvania, definitely won't want to miss out on the 2021 Ford F-350. With some great towing capacity and cargo room, as well as safety features to protect both you and your trailer, it positions itself as worthy of review.
We at Fred Beans Ford of Mechanicsburg wrote up this review to highlight some of this truck's best features. Read on to learn more or contact us today to speak with us directly!
Ford F-350 Quick Facts
| Maximum Conventional Towing Capacity | 21,200 lbs. |
| Cargo Box Volume (Short Wheelbase/Long Wheelbase) | 65.4 cu. ft. / 78.5 cu. ft. |
| Passenger Volume (Regular Cab/Super Cab/Crew Cab) | 64.6 cu. ft. / 116 cu. ft. / 131.8 cu. ft. |
| Seating Capacity (Regular Cab/Super Cab/Crew Cab) | 3 people / 6 people / 6 people |
Ford F-350 Engine Options and Towing Capacity
The 2021 Ford F-350 comes with three different engine options:
- 6.2L Flex-Fuel Gas V8:Â 385 horsepower and 430 lb-ft of torque
- 6.7L Power Stroke® V8 Turbo Diesel: 475 horsepower and 1,050 lb-ft of torque
- 7.3L OHV PFI Gas V8:Â 430 horsepower and 475 lb-ft of torque
These different performance metrics mean that different towing capacities will follow. We've outlined those differences in the table below:
Ford F-350 Towing Capacities by Engine
| Â | Maximum Conventional Towing Capacity |
| 6.2L Flex-Fuel Gas V8 | 16,700 lbs. |
| 6.7L Power Stroke® V8 Turbo Diesel | 21,200 lbs. |
| 7.3L OHV PFI Gas V8 | 21,000 lbs. |
Having this exceptional towing capacity opens the door to numerous opportunities because you'll now be able to bring along that camper or equipment you've wanted to try out. Maybe you frequent some nearby lakes and want to purchase a boat. With this truck, you'll now be able to haul that boat and enjoy cruising down some waterway for a change of pace.
Whichever engine you choose, it'll be paired with the TorqShift® 10-speed Automatic Transmission with Selectable Drive Modes. This transmission offers some unique features to increase flexibility out on the roads. There are five different modes to choose from:
- Normal
- Slippery
- Tow/Haul
- Eco
- Deep Sand/Snow
If you want one more mode, the Tremor Off-Road Package offers Rock Crawl, so you can upgrade to that if you'd like to explore even more diverse surfaces.
Ford F-350 Cargo Room
Truck drivers like to transport, and the Ford F-350 keeps that in mind by offering considerable cargo space to keep your items secured.
There are two different cargo box sizes available, depending on the wheelbase of the truck. With a short wheelbase, the box will measure 6.75 feet long, while the long wheelbase box will measure at 8.0 feet long.
The table below will outline some of the more specific dimensions:
Ford F-350 Cargo Room Dimensions
| Â | 6.75-ft. Box | 8.0-ft. Box |
| Inside Length (at floor) | 81.9 in. | 98.1 in. |
| Maximum Width (at floor) | 66.9 in. | 66.9 in. |
| Cargo Box Volume | 65.4 cu. ft. | 78.5 cu. ft. |
Thanks to this spacious cargo room, you'll be able to store whatever you need-from luggage to other gear-and all passengers will be able to bring along what they want.
Ford F-350 SafetyÂ
We don't want to forget to highlight some important safety features that are available on a truck of this magnitude. The following are just some of the standard and available features:
- Lane-Keeping Alert
- Pre-Collision Assist with Automatic Emergency Braking
- BLIS® (Blind Spot Information System) with Trailer Coverage
- Auto High-Beam Headlamps
- Ultimate Trailer Tow Camera System
All of the above will help to create a safer driving experience, as well as a more secure towing one. The available trailer safety features are a great option to consider if you plan to use this truck to its highest potential.Â
Test Drive a 2021 Ford F-350 Today!
We hope you're impressed by the spacious cargo room, tremendous towing, and available safety features that will enhance your truck-owning experience.Â
If you'd like to see the Ford F-350 in person and you're in the Mechanicsburg, Carlisle, and Harrisburg, PA, area, then contact us at Fred Beans Ford of Mechanicsburg today to set up a test drive!