The Truck That Gets Your Boat to Lake Hartwell and Back

Lake Hartwell doesn’t care what your truck looks like in the driveway - it cares what it can pull off the ramp. A boat and trailer combo commonly runs somewhere between 3,000 and 6,000 lbs loaded, and that’s exactly the range where “should be fine” and “is actually rated for it” start to matter.

Ford trucks are built with that math in mind. A well-equipped F-150 can be rated anywhere from about 8,400 lbs up to 13,500 lbs depending on engine, axle and towing package, and even the smaller Ranger is rated at 7,500 lbs with the Trailer Tow Package - more than enough for most bass boats and pontoons. Exact numbers vary by the specific vehicle, so tell us what you’re towing and we’ll match you to a rating that actually covers it, not just one that sounds close.

It’s about a 40-minute drive from Hartwell to our lot in Commerce. Most of what’s here is used - trucks, SUVs, and cars across makes - alongside a full new Ford lineup if new is what you’re after. Bring your current vehicle and we’ll get you a trade-in number before you head back to the lake.

See our used vehicle offers or find out what your trade is worth.