Originally Posted by ford390gashog

They also for 21 made it so you can't get max tow on anything above XLT 301a. The max tow now requires the HD payload package. The HD payload is restricted to 301a and below. So effectively they took away max tow from all but a few trucks.

Originally Posted by ford390gashog

They also for 21 made it so you can't get max tow on anything above XLT 301a. The max tow now requires the HD payload package. The HD payload is restricted to 301a and below. So effectively they took away max tow from all but a few trucks.

Originally Posted by ford390gashog

They also for 21 made it so you can't get max tow on anything above XLT 301a. The max tow now requires the HD payload package. The HD payload is restricted to 301a and below. So effectively they took away max tow from all but a few trucks.

Originally Posted by PowerKid

Lots of guys that want max for pkg either for payload or tow boats that dont want tow mirrors. Tight garage door issues. I add them I like they are option not mandatory.

Originally Posted by diesel_dan

They power fold... That is why one might want them as well...

Originally Posted by jaym69

I am attempting to determine the difference between normal tow package and max tow package. I would get a Lariat high package hybrid truck with sport package and 20" wheels. When I build it I can only see a bumper upgrade as the axle ratio and all other options are determined due other packages.

Is there a brake upgrade or anything with the max package over the normal tow package? I am looking at about a $200 difference with X plan pricing between the two packages.

Originally Posted by 2021 F150 Order Guide

MAX TRAILER TOW PACKAGE (53C)
Usage: Max towing capability TBD.
Availability:
•Optional on XL, XLT, Lariat, King Ranch® and Platinum
Not available with:
•17" silver steel (64C)
•17" silver painted aluminum wheels (64F)
•18” chrome-like PVD wheels (64T)
•2.7L GTDI Engine (99P)
•3.3L V6 Engine (99B)
Requires:
•3.5L EcoBoost® Engine (998)
•5.0L V8 Engine (995)
•3.5L PowerBoost Full Hybrid V6 Engine (99D)
•3.0L Diesel Engine (991)
•Heavy-Duty Payload Package (627) on XL
Includes:
•3.55 Electronic-locking rear-axle (axle is changed to 3.73 Electronic-locking differential if ordered with Heavy-Duty Payload Pkg. (627))
•7-pin wiring harness; includes 7-pin-to-4-pin adapter
•36 Gallon Fuel tank (NA w/ 3.5L PowerBoost Full Hybrid V6 (99D) or 3.0L Diesel engine (991))
•Class IV trailer hitch receiver
•Pro Trailer Backup Assist (Not included on XL)
•Pro Trailer Backup Assist – NA on XL (100A only); reqs. Tow Technology on XL (101A only)
•Smart Trailer Tow Connector (incl. BLIS® w/ Trailer Tow Coverage where is BLIS®available)
•Integrated Trailer Brake Controller
•Upgraded rear bumper
Optional Equipment
•Ford Co-Pilot360™ 2.0 on XL (101A) (43A)
•Tow Technology Package (17T) (101A)
NOTE: Ordering the Max Trailer Tow Package does not include Trailer Tow Mirrors. TrailerTow Mirrors are a standalone option and must be ordered separately.

Originally Posted by seventyseven250

I think for anyone who's planning to tow, getting the Max tow package has some value, and it makes the truck easier to sell on the used market too. Since you can get it with your choice of engine in 2021, there's really no downside. I suspect around here, the vast majority of dealer stock will have that option package as well.