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Ford F-350

1999: the F-350 breaks away from the F-150 with a dedicated Super Duty platform.1

Researched November 2, 2026 from 42 sources

Also called

  • Bumpside1967–1972: named for the convex body crease running the truck's length.2
  • Dentside1973–1979 F-Series: the stamped-in side indentation replaced the previous generation's outward bump.2
  • Bullnose1980–1986: the grille leans forward, making the truck look ready to charge like a bull.2
  • OBSOld Body Style: the 1992–1997 F-350 retained the older body as the F-150 moved to the New Body Style.2

At a glance

0250500
100–500 hpPower
0510
7.2–10 s0–60 mph
0100200
154.5–156.1 km/hTop speed
08501,700
258–1,627 N·mTorque
02,0004,000
3,021–3,865 kgWeight

The coral arc spans the family, from its mildest version to its wildest.34121314

Engine
Gas I6s/V8s and 6.8 L V10; 6.9/7.3 L IDI and 6.0–7.3 L Power Stroke V8s1711
Layout
Front-engine, rear-wheel drive or four-wheel drive1
Gearbox
3–6-speed manuals; 3–10-speed automatics, including TorqShift1410
Built at
2023 Super Duty: Kentucky Truck Plant and Ohio Assembly Plant, USA10

The story

Created for fleets and owners who tow, the F-350 became a dedicated Super Duty for 1999. For 2017, it paired an aluminum body with a stiffer steel frame and new variable-ratio steering.13

1953: F-4 becomes F-35019532005: TowCommand and a Tonka-inspired nose20052008: Tonka styling, compound-turbo diesel20082011: Ford builds its own 6.7 Power Stroke20112017: Aluminum body, steel backbone20172020: 7.3 L gas V8 meets 10 speeds · Tremor: 35-inch tires and a 2-inch lift20202023: New engines, trailer tech and 5G2023 Ford F-4 (first-generation F-Series): 1948–1952Ford F-350 (second-generation F-Series): 1953–1956Ford F-350 (Bullnose): 1980–1986Ford F-350 (Bricknose): 1987–1991Ford F-350 (OBS): 1992–1997Ford F-350 Super Duty (first generation) (PHN131): 1999–2007PHN131Ford F-350 Super Duty (second generation): 2008–2010Ford F-350 Super Duty (third generation): 2011–2016Ford F-350 Super Duty (aluminum body) (P558): 2017–2022P558 19501960197019801990200020102020
GenerationsBefore and afterMilestones1234567111718192021
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YearWhat happened
1948–1952Ford F-4 (first-generation F-Series)
1953–1956Ford F-350 (second-generation F-Series)
1980–1986Ford F-350 (Bullnose)
1987–1991Ford F-350 (Bricknose)
1992–1997Ford F-350 (OBS)
1999–2007Ford F-350 Super Duty (first generation) (PHN131)
2008–2010Ford F-350 Super Duty (second generation)
2011–2016Ford F-350 Super Duty (third generation)
2017–2022Ford F-350 Super Duty (aluminum body) (P558)
1953F-4 becomes F-350
2005TowCommand and a Tonka-inspired nose
2008Tonka styling, compound-turbo diesel
2011Ford builds its own 6.7 Power Stroke
2017Aluminum body, steel backbone
20207.3 L gas V8 meets 10 speeds
2020Tremor: 35-inch tires and a 2-inch lift
2023New engines, trailer tech and 5G
  1. 1953

    F-4 becomes F-350

    Ford's new three-digit naming system turns the one-ton F-4 into the F-350.4

  2. 2005

    TowCommand and a Tonka-inspired nose

    A new grille, bumper and headlights mark the update; optional TowCommand integrates the trailer brake controller with ABS and the engine computer.1

  3. 2008

    Tonka styling, compound-turbo diesel

    The 2008 design grows from the 2002 F-350 Tonka concept; a 350 hp 6.4 L Power Stroke combines compound turbos with common-rail injection.56

  4. 2011

    Ford builds its own 6.7 Power Stroke

    Ford replaces Navistar power with its own 6.7 L Power Stroke; the pickup version makes 400 hp and 1,085 Nm.7

  5. 2017

    Aluminum body, steel backbone

    An aluminum body and bed meet a stiffer steel frame; new variable-ratio steering packages its mechanism inside the steering-wheel hub.3

  6. 2020

    7.3 L gas V8 meets 10 speeds

    A 430 hp 7.3 L gas V8 and 475 hp 6.7 L diesel get 10 speeds; F-350 fifth-wheel towing reaches 14,742 kg versus the F-450's 16,783 kg overall maximum.8

  7. 2020

    Tremor: 35-inch tires and a 2-inch lift

    The 7.3 L Tremor Lariat 4x4 short-bed crew cab carries ratings of 2,023 kg payload and 6,804 kg conventional towing.9

  8. 2023

    New engines, trailer tech and 5G

    The redesign adds a 6.8 L gas V8 and high-output 6.7 L diesel, available Trailer Navigation and embedded 5G, a first for U.S. pickups.10

Every generation

  • Ford F-4 (first-generation F-Series)
    Ford F-4 (first-generation F-Series)1948–1952
  • Ford F-350 (second-generation F-Series)
    Ford F-350 (second-generation F-Series)1953–1956
  • Ford F-350 (Bullnose)
    Ford F-350 (Bullnose)1980–1986
  • Ford F-350 (Bricknose)
    Ford F-350 (Bricknose)1987–1991
  • Ford F-350 (OBS)
    Ford F-350 (OBS)1992–1997
  • Ford F-350 Super Duty (first generation)
    PHN1311999–2007
  • Ford F-350 Super Duty (second generation)
    Ford F-350 Super Duty (second generation)2008–2010
  • Ford F-350 Super Duty (third generation)
    Ford F-350 Super Duty (third generation)2011–2016
  • Ford F-350 Super Duty (aluminum body)
    P5582017–2022

Power over the years

From 100 hp to 500 hp in 70 years.

0200400600 19501960197019801990200020102020 hp 1953 · 100 hp · Flathead V81983 · 170 hp · 6.9 L IDI diesel1994 · 210 hp · 7.3 L Power Stroke (midyear)1999 · 235 hp · 7.3 L Power Stroke1999 · 310 hp · 6.8 L Triton V102003 · 325 hp · 6.0 L Power Stroke2008 · 350 hp · 6.4 L Power Stroke2011 · 400 hp · Ford-built 6.7 L Power Stroke2015 · 440 hp · 6.7 L Power Stroke2020 · 430 hp · 7.3 L gasoline V82020 · 475 hp · 6.7 L Power Stroke2023 · 500 hp · High-output 6.7 L Power Stroke 500 hp High-output 6.7 L Power Stroke 100 hp Flathead V8
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YearHorsepowerModel
1953100Flathead V8
19831706.9 L IDI diesel
19942107.3 L Power Stroke (midyear)
19992357.3 L Power Stroke
19993106.8 L Triton V10
20033256.0 L Power Stroke
20083506.4 L Power Stroke
2011400Ford-built 6.7 L Power Stroke
20154406.7 L Power Stroke
20204307.3 L gasoline V8
20204756.7 L Power Stroke
2023500High-output 6.7 L Power Stroke

Versions

10 versions worth knowing, with their power.

  • XL

    Standard

    XL

    1992–1997

  • Standard

    XLT

    1992–1997

  • Standard

    OBS 7.3 Power Stroke

    1996–1997

    215 hp

  • Standard

    Super Duty 7.3 Power Stroke manual

    2001–2003

    275 hp

  • Standard

    Lariat 7.3 V8

    2023

    430 hp
  • Platinum

    Standard

    Platinum

    2017

  • Special

    XL Off-Road Package

    2023

  • Special

    Tremor Off-Road Package

    2020

  • Limited

    Harley-Davidson

    2004

  • Special

    Amarillo

    2005–2006

How to spot one

Look for

  • 1967–1972 Bumpsides have a raised body crease; 1973–1979 Dentsides replace it with a recessed line.2
  • 1980–1986 Bullnoses have a forward-leaning grille; 1987–1991 Bricknoses have flat, boxy fronts.2
  • 1992–1997 OBS/Aeronose trucks have rounded noses, enlarged headlights and turn signals underneath.211
  • Early Super Dutys have high hoods, low fenders and front side windows that dip toward the mirrors.1
  • The 2023 Super Duty combines C-clamp front lights with long side vents.10

Year by year

  1. 1992

    The hood, fenders and grille become rounded; headlights grow, with turn signals positioned below them.11

  2. 2005

    Revised grille, front bumper and headlights; 17-inch wheels become standard.1

  3. 2008

    A three-bar grille, lower headlights and prominent side vents echo the Tonka concept.5

  4. 2017

    Tall C-shaped LED running lights arrive; Platinum adds more exterior chrome.3

  5. 2020

    A mild facelift brings different headlights and grilles, plus a revised tailgate applique.8

  6. 2023

    C-clamp front lighting, long functional side vents and new bedside steps mark the redesign.1012

Don’t confuse it with

  • Photo of a Ford F-350
    F-350
    Photo of a Ford F-250 4x4 (1994.5–1997)
    Ford F-250 4x4 (1994.5–1997)

    Ford F-250 4x4 (1994.5–1997)

    Look under the nose: the F-350 uses a solid Dana 60 front axle; the F-250 uses Twin-Traction Beam.711

Prices

Value today $23.0K–$53.5K2129

Price when newAuction saleValue today
$0$25K$50K$75K$100K 1995200020052010201520202025 Value today: $23,000–$53,500 1996 · $30,908 · US sticker total, XLT 7.5L 4x42008 · $36,850 · US base, Crew Cab FX42008 · $56,095 · US tested, Crew Cab FX42017 · $64,780 · US base, Platinum2017 · $79,180 · US tested, Platinum diesel 4x42020 · $55,665 · US base, Lariat 4x4; delivery incl.2020 · $70,690 · US tested, Lariat Tremor2023 · $67,985 · US base, Lariat 4x42023 · $77,215 · US tested, Lariat 7.3L 4x4 2023 · $25,400 · 2009 XLT Power Stroke 4x4, 63k miles, BaT2024 · $85,000 · 2023 Platinum Tremor Power Stroke 4x4, 3k miles, BaT2025 · $29,000 · 2015 Lariat FX4 4x4, 121k miles, BaT2026 · $53,500 · 2019 Platinum FX4 Power Stroke 4x4, 34k miles, BaT2026 · $23,000 · 1996 XLT Crew Cab 7.5L 4x4, 37k miles, BaT2026 · $46,500 · 1997 XLT Power Stroke 4x4, 75k miles, BaT2026 · $26,750 · 2002 XLT SuperCab Power Stroke 4x4 dually, 83k mi, BaT2026 · $17,750 · 1996 XLT Power Stroke 4x4, 270k shown; TMU, BaT2026 · $26,250 · 1999 XLT 4x4 6-speed dually, 98k miles, BaT2026 · $11,600 · 1956 351-powered flatbed, 12k shown, BaT2026 · $11,777 · 1974 Custom SuperCab, 30k shown; rolled, BaT2026 · $9,300 · 1986 XL 7.5 4x4, 62k shown; TMU, BaT2026 · $40,000 · 2008 Harley-Davidson 4x4, 46k miles, BaT $85.0K BaT, 2024
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YearPriceAmountDetail
1996Price when new$30,908US sticker total, XLT 7.5L 4x4
2008Price when new$36,850US base, Crew Cab FX4
2008Price when new$56,095US tested, Crew Cab FX4
2017Price when new$64,780US base, Platinum
2017Price when new$79,180US tested, Platinum diesel 4x4
2020Price when new$55,665US base, Lariat 4x4; delivery incl.
2020Price when new$70,690US tested, Lariat Tremor
2023Price when new$67,985US base, Lariat 4x4
2023Price when new$77,215US tested, Lariat 7.3L 4x4
2023Auction sale$25,4002009 XLT Power Stroke 4x4, 63k miles, BaT
2024Auction sale$85,0002023 Platinum Tremor Power Stroke 4x4, 3k miles, BaT
2025Auction sale$29,0002015 Lariat FX4 4x4, 121k miles, BaT
2026Auction sale$53,5002019 Platinum FX4 Power Stroke 4x4, 34k miles, BaT
2026Auction sale$23,0001996 XLT Crew Cab 7.5L 4x4, 37k miles, BaT
2026Auction sale$46,5001997 XLT Power Stroke 4x4, 75k miles, BaT
2026Auction sale$26,7502002 XLT SuperCab Power Stroke 4x4 dually, 83k mi, BaT
2026Auction sale$17,7501996 XLT Power Stroke 4x4, 270k shown; TMU, BaT
2026Auction sale$26,2501999 XLT 4x4 6-speed dually, 98k miles, BaT
2026Auction sale$11,6001956 351-powered flatbed, 12k shown, BaT
2026Auction sale$11,7771974 Custom SuperCab, 30k shown; rolled, BaT
2026Auction sale$9,3001986 XL 7.5 4x4, 62k shown; TMU, BaT
2026Auction sale$40,0002008 Harley-Davidson 4x4, 46k miles, BaT
2026Value today$23,000–$53,500

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    • Why each of the 10 versions matters

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  • Generations

    • The story of each of the 9 generations

  • Market

    • 4 things to check before buying one
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Sources

Every fact on this page links to the source it rests on.

See all 42 sources
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  13. Ford F-Series (sixth generation) - Wikipedia en.wikipedia.org
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  15. 2004 Ford Harley-Davison F250 F350 Specs blueovaltech.com
  16. 2005 Ford F250 F350 Amarillo Edition Super Duty blueovaltech.com
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  18. Ford F-Series (seventh generation) - Wikipedia en.wikipedia.org
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  21. 34k-Mile 2019 Ford F-350 Super Duty Platinum FX4 Crew Cab Power Stroke 4×4 for sale on BaT Auctions - sold for $53,500 on February 12, 2026 (Lot #229,832) | Bring a Trailer bringatrailer.com
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  29. One-Owner, 37k-Mile 1996 Ford F-350 XLT Crew Cab 7.5L 4×4 for sale on BaT Auctions - sold for $23,000 on May 6, 2026 (Lot #241,207) | Bring a Trailer bringatrailer.com
  30. One-Owner 1997 Ford F-350 XLT Power Stroke 4×4 for sale on BaT Auctions - sold for $46,500 on July 30, 2026 (Lot #254,956) | Bring a Trailer bringatrailer.com
  31. 2002 Ford F-350 Super Duty XLT SuperCab Power Stroke 4×4 Dually for sale on BaT Auctions - sold for $26,750 on August 5, 2026 (Lot #256,144) | Bring a Trailer bringatrailer.com
  32. 6.0L Power Stroke Maintenance Buyer's Guide (2003-2007) – Alligator Performance alligatorperformance.com
  33. 2008 Ford Super Duty F350 Crew Cab Fx4 Review - Four Wheeler Magazine motortrend.com
  34. No Reserve: 2009 Ford F-350 Super Duty XLT Power Stroke 4x4 for sale on BaT Auctions - sold for $25,400 on May 25, 2023 (Lot #108,348) | Bring a Trailer bringatrailer.com
  35. No Reserve: Fuel-Injected 1986 Ford F-350 XL Crew Cab 7.5 4x4 for sale on BaT Auctions - sold for $9,300 on April 8, 2026 (Lot #236,981) | Bring a Trailer bringatrailer.com
  36. 2023 Ford F-350 Super Duty Platinum Tremor Crew Cab Power Stroke 4x4 for sale on BaT Auctions - sold for $85,000 on August 16, 2024 (Lot #158,723) | Bring a Trailer bringatrailer.com
  37. No Reserve: 1996 Ford F-350 XLT Crew Cab Power Stroke 4x4 for sale on BaT Auctions - sold for $17,750 on October 25, 2026 (Lot #270,422) | Bring a Trailer bringatrailer.com
  38. Original-Owner 1999 Ford F-350 Super Duty XLT Crew Cab Power Stroke 4×4 6-Speed Dually for sale on BaT Auctions - sold for $26,250 on July 6, 2026 (Lot #251,031) | Bring a Trailer bringatrailer.com
  39. 351-Powered 1956 Ford F-350 Flatbed for sale on BaT Auctions - sold for $11,600 on June 19, 2026 (Lot #248,555) | Bring a Trailer bringatrailer.com
  40. No Reserve: 1974 Ford F-350 Custom SuperCab for sale on BaT Auctions - sold for $11,777 on May 12, 2026 (Lot #242,159) | Bring a Trailer bringatrailer.com
  41. No Reserve: 46k-Mile 2008 Ford F-350 Crew Cab Power Stroke 4×4 Harley-Davidson Edition for sale on BaT Auctions - sold for $40,000 on February 12, 2026 (Lot #229,816) | Bring a Trailer bringatrailer.com
  42. 2015 Ford F-350 Super Duty Lariat Crew Cab Power Stroke 4x4 for sale on BaT Auctions - sold for $29,000 on June 9, 2025 (Lot #195,338) | Bring a Trailer bringatrailer.com
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