2026 Order Guide
Mountain Pass
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From: Texas
Still no build and price.... seems like the 2026 trucks are going to be hitting the dealer lots soon and you have had several months where only the 2026 can be ordered, why would they keep the 25 and 24 info up on the web?
Logistics Pro
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From: Texas
Inventory to get rid of.
Mountain Pass
Joined: Aug 2020
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From: Texas
Looks like the build and price will be live the August 12
-according to this video. 3:10 inTo the video:
https://youtu.be/xtIkxsce8sM?si=C5yDyUX3D40-CjLp
-according to this video. 3:10 inTo the video:
https://youtu.be/xtIkxsce8sM?si=C5yDyUX3D40-CjLp
Well this date has come and gone....
Internet Brands
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Which is definitely brown to my eyes.
Hope this helps; will have more photos next week.
Mountain Pass
Joined: Oct 2003
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From: western new york
i seen a f 150 on the lot with this color that sparked me to order the color just to be different just would like to see what a heavy duty looks like i think it will be fine . i have a stone greay f 450 now .
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Post a picture or two when you get it, if you would be so kind.
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2026 King Ranch or Platinum?
I am prepping to place my first factory order for a 2026 F250 and would appreciate some advise from those more experienced .
I currently have a 2017 F250 Lariat.
I was initially drawn to the KR due to the comfortable massaging seats thanks to the mileage I drive and the condition of my back. Before pulling the trigger, I am taking another look at the Platinum. My build will have the 7.3, 2kW power, lockers, and moon roof. The price differential with the X plan is close enough that price is not a factor.
Try and sway me one way or the other. I look forward to hearing thoughts.
I am prepping to place my first factory order for a 2026 F250 and would appreciate some advise from those more experienced .
I currently have a 2017 F250 Lariat.
I was initially drawn to the KR due to the comfortable massaging seats thanks to the mileage I drive and the condition of my back. Before pulling the trigger, I am taking another look at the Platinum. My build will have the 7.3, 2kW power, lockers, and moon roof. The price differential with the X plan is close enough that price is not a factor.
Try and sway me one way or the other. I look forward to hearing thoughts.
Mountain Pass
Joined: Jul 2024
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From: Georgia
Can anyone confirm whether the XLT Premium Package includes the full digital instrument cluster with a 12" Productivity Screen, as well as the center dash mounted 12" Touchscreen LCD (same as Lariat)?
Or does the XLT with the premium package still retain the analog gauges with the 4.2" Productivity LCD in the middle between the tach and speedo? I checked the order guide and it seems fto indicate for XLT that instrumentation remains analog, but the photos in the online build tool seems to indicate the instrument cluster is fully digital with the XLT Premium package. Thanks!
Or does the XLT with the premium package still retain the analog gauges with the 4.2" Productivity LCD in the middle between the tach and speedo? I checked the order guide and it seems fto indicate for XLT that instrumentation remains analog, but the photos in the online build tool seems to indicate the instrument cluster is fully digital with the XLT Premium package. Thanks!
Last edited by Stiletto364; Nov 6, 2025 at 12:33 PM. Reason: Edited to be more precise
Tuned
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Can anyone confirm whether the XLT Premium Package includes the full 12" digital instrument cluster as well as the center-mounted 12" LCD (same as Lariat)? Or does the XLT with the premium package still retain the analog gauges with the 4.2" LCD in the middle? Thanks!
Mountain Pass
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From: Georgia
According to the 2026 Super Duty Ordering Guide, XL and XLT have:
INTERIOR/COMFORT
● 4.2" LCD Productivity Screen: includes menus for Gauge Setup, Trip Computer, Fuel Economy and Towing/Off-Road applications
FUNCTIONAL
● SYNC® 4
— 8” LCD Capacitive Touchscreen with Swipe Capability
XLT Premium Package (17P) upgrades the 8" LCD Touchscreen to 12" Touchscreen.
XLT PREMIUM PACKAGE (17P)
Availability:
● Optional XLT (Crew Cab)
Not available with:
● Camper Package (471)
● Snowplow/Camper Package (47B)
Includes:
● SYNC® 4 with Enhanced Voice Recognition
— 12” LCD Capacitive Touchscreen with Swipe Capability
Lariat has:
INTERIOR/COMFORT
● 12" LCD Productivity Screen: includes menus for Gauge Setup, Trip Computer, Fuel Economy and Towing/Off-Road applications
FUNCTIONAL
● SYNC® 4 with Enhanced Voice Recognition
— 12” LCD Capacitive Touchscreen with Swipe Capability
To my knowledge, XLT does not come with full digital gauges like Lariat does. That 4.2" LCD is in the middle of the analog instrument cluster, between the tach and speedo on XLT.
What I'm asking about is whether the XLT Premium Package bumps it up to full digital gauges like Lariat, because I'm seeing inconsistent information.
Last edited by Stiletto364; Nov 6, 2025 at 12:35 PM.
Internet Brands
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2026 King Ranch or Platinum?
I am prepping to place my first factory order for a 2026 F250 and would appreciate some advise from those more experienced .
I currently have a 2017 F250 Lariat.
I was initially drawn to the KR due to the comfortable massaging seats thanks to the mileage I drive and the condition of my back. Before pulling the trigger, I am taking another look at the Platinum. My build will have the 7.3, 2kW power, lockers, and moon roof. The price differential with the X plan is close enough that price is not a factor.
Try and sway me one way or the other. I look forward to hearing thoughts.
I am prepping to place my first factory order for a 2026 F250 and would appreciate some advise from those more experienced .
I currently have a 2017 F250 Lariat.
I was initially drawn to the KR due to the comfortable massaging seats thanks to the mileage I drive and the condition of my back. Before pulling the trigger, I am taking another look at the Platinum. My build will have the 7.3, 2kW power, lockers, and moon roof. The price differential with the X plan is close enough that price is not a factor.
Try and sway me one way or the other. I look forward to hearing thoughts.
But from my experience, King Ranch and Platinum are extremely similar specs in terms of features, amenities, options, and quality. It really comes down to style preference. Do you like all the exterior chrome, two-tone exterior paint, and interior two-tone brown leather with all the KR logos? Or would you prefer something a little more, for lack of a better word, subtle? Darker exterior finishes, one exterior color, and a more traditional black interior. You can't go wrong with either trim. Good luck with your purchase!