Ford's F-Series Super Duty pickup trucks are constructed on a fully boxed frame made of 95 percent high-strength steel. This platform reduces curb weight by nearly 350 pounds compared to its predecessor while increasing strength by a factor of 24 over the previous generation's frame. The body is crafted from high-strength aluminum alloy, which Ford describes as military-grade.

The F-Series Super Duty delivers best-in-class towing capabilities. Properly equipped models offer substantial towing capacity for both conventional and gooseneck configurations. The F-250 provides best-in-class payload capacity of 4,200 pounds, while the F-350's best-in-class payload tops out at 7,850 pounds, making these trucks ideal workhorses for demanding jobs.

Three engines power these Super Duty trucks. Standard is a flex-fuel 6.8L gas V8 producing a substantial 405 horsepower. Optional is Ford's 7.3L V8 developing 430 horsepower, paired with an improved 10-speed transmission. For maximum capability, the second-generation 6.7L Power Stroke turbo diesel V8 generates best-in-class figures of 475 horsepower and 1050 lb-feet of torque. The base engine connects to a TorqShift 6-speed automatic transmission, while both the diesel and 7.3L gas engines utilize the responsive 10-speed automatic.

Ford's Super Duty pickups are offered in various three-quarter and one-ton configurations-F-250 and F-350-in both 2- and 4-wheel drive, with cab options including regular cab, extended super cab, and 4-door crew cab. Bed sizes include lengths of 6-feet 9-inches and 8 feet, with both standard rear-wheel and dually configurations available on the F-350.

Available trims include XL, XLT, Lariat, King Ranch and Platinum. XL models feature 17-inch steel wheels, quad dual-beam halogen headlights, tow hooks, heavy-duty vinyl on a 40/20/40 split bench front seat, air conditioning, an AM/FM stereo with either four or six speakers depending on cab size, 12-volt power outlets, and tilt/telescoping steering wheel.

XLT trims add 18-inch alloy wheels, a SYNC infotainment system, SiriusXM satellite radio, three 12V power outlets, two USB ports, cruise control and cloth seating. The Super Duty Lariat introduces leather seating, a center console, the SYNC 3 infotainment system with voice-activated navigation, power driver and passenger seats, dual-zone automatic climate control, an 8-speaker audio system, power-adjustable pedals, a 12-inch touchscreen and rear privacy glass with a power sliding back window in crew and super cabs.

The King Ranch trim, available only on crew cab models, includes all the Lariat's standard features plus an accent-color bumper, 2-tone paint, running boards, special alloy wheels, remote start, King Ranch leather seating with heated and cooled front seats, a heated leather-wrapped steering wheel, voice-activated navigation, a reverse sensing system, and universal garage door opener.

The crew cab-only Platinum trim rides on 20-inch wheels and features LED headlights, fog lights and taillights, power running boards, remote tailgate with a built-in tailgate step, adaptive steering and blind-spot monitoring with rear cross-traffic alert.

A power sunroof, adaptive cruise control, LED bed lighting, and lane-keeping assist are optional features. The available Ultimate Trailer Tow Camera System features seven cameras that allow drivers to better maneuver a trailer during hook up, backing and towing.