Biggest Trailer

[Epic Dad]

I don’t see a thread on biggest trailer you’re pulling in the 4th Gen section only in 3rd Gen. I’d love to see what everyone is towing with their rig and tell us how much it weighs. Hope to see some awesome setups!

 

[rvmode]

I don’t see a thread on biggest trailer you’re pulling in the 4th Gen section only in 3rd Gen. I’d love to see what everyone is towing with their rig and tell us how much it weighs. Hope to see some awesome setups!

Float-On Trailer that came new with a 31 Contender and it needs adjustments for my 31 Fountain Hull. Currently the boat sits too far forward. Not sure total weight of the load but it's probably around 8,000 lbs. So far I've just towed it on local streets to the shop and back. 2022 Timberline with HD Tow Package handled it well on the 10 mile round trip but I'll circle back once everything is dialed in and we do our first Keys trip with exact weights and feedback.

 

[Dworth]

Float-On Trailer that came new with a 31 Contender and it needs adjustments for my 31 Fountain Hull. Currently the boat sits too far forward. Not sure total weight of the load but it's probably around 8,000 lbs. So far I've just towed it on local streets to the shop and back. 2022 Timberline with HD Tow Package handled it well on the 10 mile round trip but I'll circle back once everything is dialed in and we do our first Keys trip with exact weights and feedback.

Play on playa. Nice setup.

 

[Squark]

I've towed our 33' travel trailer about 9,000 miles with the Expedition. Loaded for a trip it's a little over 7,500lb. The weight isn't an issue, but it can get a little squirrely in the wind.

 

[Pawpaw]

'22 Keystone Cougar 25RDS . Can gross out at 8800 lbs but load it to 7800 lbs. Pulls OK but heavy on the hitch weight. Limit speeds to 60-62 mph towing.

 

[Zig10]

Edgewater 248, 7550 lbs wet and loaded on the trailer. Round trip vacation a little over 1100 miles every summer.

 

[kupster]

I researched all SUV's with the most towing capacity (I didn't want a pickup). The Expedition came out on top, so I bought this one. I knew that I would be pulling this 28" trailer that may be loaded to ~7000 pounds. With the weight distribution/anti-sway hitch and the Ford factory towing package, the Expedition pulls it very well. Made a round trip from central Illinois to Jupiter, FL. March '22 with no problem.

 

[BlackBetty]

I’ve got a 3rd Gen Expedition. The heaviest I’ve towed is my 16ft trailer with the wife’s Buick Encore packed full of her work office equipment, and Christmas gifts.

The truck more than handled the load with the tune, and Full Race Freak-O-Boost setup I installed. However, it did squat a bit in the rear; even with the car centered in a manner to level the trailer axle pivot point. Ended up moving it rearward a bit. It helped.

Noticing some squatting in the vehicles above as well. I’m thinking about airbags for my towing needs. Just thought I’d mention it as an option ’cause that’s some serious weight you guys are moving!!! Stay safe!!!

Oh, and Squark, is your vehicle equipped with an anti-sway setup? If not, I’m sure it would definitely assist in keeping you on the straight and narrow path.

 

[MAC1]

I own a 3rd Gen, however towing capacity with HD Tow Package is 9200lbs. The longer the wheelbase the better, so the MAX or EL versions have a better resistance to wind loads. The best investment I made in towing my 24' ATC enclosed aluminum race trailer in a Pro Pride Hitch (7500lbs fully loaded). The difference is almost not believable; I resisted at first due to the cost at $3500. The experience is phenomenal, virtually eliminates sway and wind issues; you still move, however the entire rig moves slightly. I have successfully towed my set-up on I95 over 1000 miles each way at 75mph, no issues; could not do that with my previous hitch a weight distribution, anti-sway unit. A Pro Pride hitch is basically the Hensley design with re-mods to avoid copyright infringement. The design moves the tow point from your rear bumper to the rear axle, like a fifth wheel set-up. Best, safest way to go in my opinion.

 

[ryanpe]

I have a '21 Limited with HD tow package and have pulled our Lance 1985 over 19,000 miles. Total CGVW is 12,500 lbs and the trailer fully loaded is 6050 lbs. I have an e2 WDH and the Expy sits within 3/8" level when loaded. it pulls this load wonderfully. We live at 7000 ft and have had zero issues in the Rockies where we live. I average right at 11 mpg towing.

 

[DSF1]

I think the Hensley or Pro Pride should be mandatory for large trailers. As the saying goes, they are not anti-sway systems, but sway elimination systems. I would never tow again without one. You simply cant believe the difference. The only danger now, is forgetting you have almost 5 tons behind you and accidentally doing 70 down the highway before you remember. Seriously. Our trucks, the Expeditions, are phenomenal tow vehicles, but you cant beat physics - not without the proper hitch, at least!

 

[polidori]

We tow a 33’ Winnebago Minnie Plus (7500lbs) and a 21’ Nautique (4600lbs w/trailer) without issue. ‘19 Platinum w/HD tow pkg. We use a weight distributing hitch with the Winnebago. Can’t even feel the boat but you can certainly feel the travel trailer back there.

 

[Squark]

I’ve got a 3rd Gen Expedition. The heaviest I’ve towed is my 16ft trailer with the wife’s Buick Encore packed full of her work office equipment, and Christmas gifts.

The truck more than handled the load with the tune, and Full Race Freak-O-Boost setup I installed. However, it did squat a bit in the rear; even with the car centered in a manner to level the trailer axle pivot point. Ended up moving it rearward a bit. It helped.

Noticing some squatting in the vehicles above as well. I’m thinking about airbags for my towing needs. Just thought I’d mention it as an option ’cause that’s some serious weight you guys are moving!!! Stay safe!!!

Oh, and Squark, is your vehicle equipped with an anti-sway setup? If not, I’m sure it would definitely assist in keeping you on the straight and narrow path.

I originally had a Blue Ox SwayPro, but after some research I upgraded to the ProPride. It made a big difference. I have no sway; just get pushed around a bit in certain conditions. I think it's down to the physics of a 7,500lb sail pushing a 6,000lb vehicle. It feels safe and controlled, but requires extra focus on a windy day.

 

[Old Guy]

There is a very simple way to verify if the vehicle has a tow package and which package. Bring your VIM number to the nearest Ford parts/service place. They can run the VIN which will generate the "pick list" at the factory. On it is which package and the package numbert. Then, consult the owners manual, which are downloadable if you do noit have one, that gives the tow and hitch weights, with and without an equalizer hitch.
I presently tow with a 2003 Expedition, having the H D factory tow package. 8000/800 and the "book" says 8600 (4X4) with an equalizer; 5000/500 without. By the way, I have been towing boats since 1969 with many different vehicles. I highly recommend an equalizer hitch. The differnce in ride comfort is very apparent. It now has 129K miles on it. The performance and MPG towing is still the same as when I first bought it. I anm about 14K pounds gross weight. On the highway, you can almost forget its back there.
Set it up so you have 5 to 7% on the tongue. Too much weight makes for a bad ride; too little it fishtaols.

 

[LG_123]

Our airstream was about 10,000 lbs fully loaded and 34’ long. You can see it in my profile picture.

We’ve sold it now and are looking for something smaller in the sub 30’ category.