Tow Tech vs Trailer Tow vs Max Tow packages?

[Jcway16]

I'm in the middle of configuring my build and the only thing I'm not sure about is which tow package to go with...

Here is my build so far:
-XLT w/ Sport Appearance
-302a
-SuperCrew
-5.5’ bed
-5.0
-4x4
-Auto start/stop delete
-B&O sound
-360 camera
-Copilot assist 2.0 (may remove this)
-Rear sliding window
-3.73 electronic locking rear axle
-36 gallon fuel tank

Looking at the towing packages shows a bit of overlap to me and is causing a bit of confusion which the dealership has not been able to clarify.

I honestly will not be towing much of anything, but who knows what my family may plan on doing and I’d like to have the option and versatility.

Tow Tech ($880) adds the 360 camera and other features that seem to come on the other tow packages. Does thus have all the tech AND towing capabilities of the other options, minus Max Tow?

Trailer Tow Package ($1090) has all of the features of Tech Tow, minus the 360 camera. I’m unsure of what this package may have over the standard Class IV hitch that is included in XLT High (302a) and adding the Tow Tech package for $880, which also gives you the 360 camera???

Max Tow ($1995) adds the same as Trailer Tow , plus the 3.73 electronic locking rear axle and 36 gallon fuel tank that I want, again without the 360 camer. Diving deeper, it seems to add a 9.75” rear axle and steel leaf pack vs the single steel/composite set-up. This seems like the way to go when comparing Trailer Tow + 3.73 + 36g. But, will this make my new truck ride stiffer than the other options??? Especially being that I will rarely ever tow anything


Here is what the Ford website states for each tow package:
-Class IV Trailer hitch (included with 302a)

Includes:

• 7-pin Wiring Harness; Includes 7-pin-to-4-pin Adapter

• Class IV Trailer Hitch Receiver

• Smart Trailer Tow Connector (Includes BLIS® with Trailer Tow Coverage where BLIS® is Available)





-Tow Technology Package $880

Requires:

• Class IV Trailer Hitch, Trailer Tow Package or Max Trailer Tow Package on XL High and Tremor™

• Class IV Hitch on XLT Standard and Mid. (Not available with Trailer Tow Package or Max Trailer Tow Package)

• Ford Co-Pilot360™ 2.0 XL High and Tremor™

Includes:

• Pro Trailer Backup Assist

• 360-Degree Camera

• Trailer Brake Controller

• Smart Trailer Tow Connector (includes BLIS® with Trailer Tow Coverage where BLIS® is Available)





-Trailer Tow Package $1090
Includes:
. 7-pin Wiring Harness; Includes 7-pin-to-4-pin Adapter

• Class IV Trailer Hitch Receiver

• Pro Trailer Backup Assist – Not included on XL Base; Requires Tow Technology on XL High.

• Trailer Brake Controller

• Tailgate LED (Standard on LARIAT and higher)

• Smart Trailer Tow Connector includes BLIS® with Trailer Tow Coverage where BLIS® is Available





-Max Trailer Tow Package $1995
Includes:

• 3.55 Electronic-locking Rear-Axle (If ordered with 3.0L Diesel Engine, 3.5L EcoBoost Engine without Heavy-Duty Payload Package, 3.5L PowerBoost Full Hybrid V6 Engine with 4x2)

• 3.73 Electronic-locking Rear-Axle (If ordered with 5.0L V8 Engine 3.5L EcoBoost Engine with Heavy-Duty Payload Package, 3.5L PowerBoost Full Hybrid V6 Engine with 4x4)

• 7-pin Wiring Harness; Includes 7-Pin-to-4-Pin Adapter

• 36 Gallon Fuel tank (NA with 3.5L PowerBoost Full Hybrid V6 or 3.0L Diesel Engine

• Class IV Trailer Hitch Receiver

• Pro Trailer Backup Assist (Not included on XL)

• Pro Trailer Backup Assist – NA on XL Standard; Requires Tow Technology on XL High

• Smart Trailer Tow Connector (Includes BLIS® with Trailer Tow Coverage Where BLIS® is Available)

• Integrated Trailer Brake Controller

• Upgraded Rear Bumper

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[UGADawg96]

If you plan to tow a TT or anything over 5k lbs, get the MAX TOW, TOWING MIRRORS, 36 GAL, 360* CAMERAS, and CoPilot360 Assist 2.0.

 

[Pibblemobile]

How long do you plan on keeping the truck and do you ever intend to tow a big boat, camper, etc? If you aren’t towing much then the standard hitch is fine, even the 2.7 ecoboost.

 

[cghall77]

I did not find the max tow to be any stiffer than the other test drives. Your build is very similar to mine and I love it so far.

The copilot assist 2.0 is awesome.

XLT, 3.5 eco, Supercrew, 4x4, 5 1/2 box, Agate Black, 302a, XTR (chrome pkg), 360 camera, max trailer tow, tow mirrors, tailgate step, power adjustable pedals, B&O sound, Co-pilot assist 2.0, 2kw pro power.

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