Life is More Versatile in a Ford F-150 Truck


Owning a truck gives you the best of both worlds. Whether you’re helping a friend move, running errands, or working on a local construction site in Palatka, Florida, the Ford F-150 has all the features you’ll need to get the job done. 


Here at Palatka Beck Ford, we know everything you need to know about the versatile and powerful Ford F-150 truck. If you want to learn more about this capable vehicle, keep reading to learn about some of its most amazing features!


Best-in-Class Towing and Other Features Make it One of the Most Capable Trucks on the Market


Towing is easy in a Ford F-150. In fact, the F-150 has earned the title of best-in-class available towing, allowing it to easily tow up to an impressive 14,000 pounds! It also has the best-in-class available payload rating of 3,325 pounds, made possible by the available Ford 5.0L V8 engine. 


Besides the F-150’s impressive towing abilities, this truck is also equipped with an available smart hitch. When used with the SYNC 4 touchscreen and FordPass App, it can give you a clear view of your trailer so you can continue to tow with confidence. 


This truck also has available onboard scales to help you accurately measure your payload. Simply put, when you purchase a Ford F-150, you’re always going to be in the know. 


Powerful Enough to Get the Job Done (Whatever It Is)


Since the F-150 is Built Ford Tough, it comes as no surprise that it’s one of the most powerful vehicles on the market. 


In a league of its own, the Ford F-150 comes with an impressive engine lineup that features:


  • 3.5L PowerBoost Full Hybrid V6 engine that has 430 horsepower and 570 lb-ft of torque. This engine can tow up to a whopping 12,700 pounds!

  • 3.6L EcoBoost V6 engine with 400 horsepower and 500 lb-ft of torque. Able to tow an impressive 14,000 pounds, this engine also has a 10-speed transmission. 

  • 2.7L EcoBoost V6 engine that has 325 horsepower and 400 lb-ft of torque. It also features a port-fuel and direct injection system and twin intercooler turbochargers for maximum power. 

  • 5.0L TI-VCT V8 engine with 400 horsepower and 410 lb-ft of torque. It also features new Variable Displacement Engine technology that shuts off half the engine’s cylinders when full power isn’t required.

  • 3.3L TI-VCT V6 engine that has 290 horsepower and 265 lb-ft of torque.

  • High-Output 3.5L EcoBoost that has a whopping 450 horsepower and 510 lb-ft of torque. This engine is currently only available on the Ford F-150 Raptor model. 


Drivers can also select different driving modes to tackle a range of terrains. These drive modes include Normal, Eco, Sport, Slippery, Trail, and Tow/Haul. Exploration has never been easier!


Equipped with Ford Co-Pilot 360 Technology


The F-150 comes with Ford Co-Pilot360 technology, which includes: 


  • Lane-Keeping System

  • Hill Descent Control

  • Automatic High-Beam Headlamps

  • Blind Spot Information System (BLIS)

  • Pre-Collision Assist with Automatic Emergency Braking

  • Intelligent Adaptive Cruise Control 

  • Rear View Camera with Dynamic Hitch Assist

  • Evasive Steering Assist

  • Connected Built-In Navigation

  • Active Park Assist 2.0


Want to Go Hybrid? 


If you’re leaning toward a hybrid vehicle but have your heart set on the Ford F-150, you’re in luck - because it is available as a hybrid model! 


The PowerBoost hybrid model has a 3.5L PowerBoost hybrid V6 engine. This engine has 430 horsepower and 570 lb-ft of torque. Best of all, it’s still capable of hauling loads up to 12,700 pounds. 


The PowerBoost model also features a class-exclusive Pro Power Onboard that allows you to use your truck as a mobile generator any time it’s parked. With it, you’ll be able to wield up to 7.2kW of power. 


The Decision to Buy an F-150 Has Never Been Easier 

If you’re ready to move forward with a capable Ford F-150, stop by Palatka Beck Ford to take it out for a test drive. One drive around the block is all it’ll take to fall in love with this versatile vehicle. 


Our Ford dealership is conveniently located at 420 N. Palm Ave., Palatka, FL 32177. Our showroom is open Monday through Friday from 9:00 am-7:00 pm and every Saturday from 9:00 am-4:00 pm. 


We’re proud to offer Ford makes and models to residents of Palatka, Florida. We’ll see you soon!