Preparing To Tow; Hitches - Ford Econoline E-250 Owner's Manual

Tires, Wheels and Loading
Rear axle
Engine
E-350 Stripped Chassis Dual Rear Wheel (DRW) 138" Wheelbase
5.4L
6.8L
E-350 Stripped Chassis Dual Rear Wheel (DRW) 158"/176"
5.4L
6.8L
5.4L
6.8L
5.4L
6.8L
Notes:
• Maximum trailer weight for all cutaway vehicles must be calculated by
subtracting the weight of the vehicle (including incomplete vehicle
weight and payload which includes second unit body weight, cargo
and passengers) from the GCW; otherwise, maximum trailer weight is
10,000 lb (4,536 kg).
• For high altitude operation reduce GCWR by 2% per 1,000 ft (300 m)
elevation.
• To determine the maximum trailer weight designed for your particular
vehicle as equipped, follow the instructions in Vehicle loading - with
and without a trailer earlier in this chapter.

Preparing to tow

Use the proper equipment for towing a trailer and make sure it is
properly attached to your vehicle. Contact your authorized dealer or a
reliable trailer dealer as soon as possible if you require assistance.

Hitches

Do not use or install a hitch that clamps onto the vehicle's bumper or to
the axle. An underbody hitch is acceptable if it is installed properly.
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2012 Econoline (eco)
Owners Guide, 1st Printing
USA (fus)
Maximum
ratio GCWR - lb (kg)
4.10 13000 (5897)
4.10 18500 (8391)
Wheelbase
4.10 13000 (5897)
4.10 18500 (8391)
E-450 Cutaway
4.56 14050 (6373)
4.56 22000 (9979)
E-450 Stripped Chassis
4.56 14050 (6373)
4.56 22000 (9979)
Maximum Trailer
Weight - lb (kg)
8400 (3810)
10000 (4536)
8300 (3765)
10000 (4536)
8500 (3856)
10000 (4536)
9200 (4173)
10000 (4536)