A 16,500 lb GVWR payload package on a gasoline-powered work truck is not something you see every day, and that number alone puts this 2026 Ford F-450SD XL in a class most pickups cannot touch. Under the hood sits a 7.3L V8 making 335 horsepower, paired to a 10-speed automatic transmission and backed by a 4.88 axle ratio that means serious pulling grunt when you hook up a trailer or load the bed. Dual rear wheels keep things planted when the weight gets heavy, and four-wheel drive means you are not stuck watching a job site from the shoulder because the road got slick or the terrain got rough.
This truck comes in Oxford White with a Medium Dark Slate interior, and while it is priced to work rather than impress a parking lot, the XL trim still covers the basics you need on the job. Power windows, power steering, remote keyless entry, air conditioning, and tilt and telescoping steering wheel are all included. The Ford Connectivity Package adds a 5G modem and SYNC 4 with 911 Assist so you can stay in touch on long hauls or remote sites. Heated and power-adjustable mirrors with turn signal indicators help when you are hauling wide loads and need every bit of visibility you can get. The 19.5 by 6 inch argent painted steel wheels are built for work, not show, and that is exactly the point.
Safety equipment includes four-wheel disc brakes, ABS, brake assist, traction control, front and side impact airbags, an overhead airbag, and a low tire pressure warning. A front anti-roll bar and rear anti-roll bar help keep a loaded truck stable, which matters when you are running at or near capacity on a regular basis. The overhead console, trip computer, and outside temperature display are practical additions for long days covering a lot of ground. At $63,605, this F-450SD XL is priced to put capable iron in your hands without a lot of extras you would never use on a work site.
If you need a truck that can handle real-world loads and keep showing up every morning, give us a call at 978-228-5021. Our team at AutoFair Ford of Haverhill can answer your questions, walk you through the specs, or set up a time for you to get behind the wheel.








