#1 Cochran Ford Boardman is the destination dealership if you're looking to buy a chassis cab pickup truck in the Youngstown, Ohio, area. A Ford chassis cab is a type of pickup truck that features a passenger cab and a bare chassis in the rear, rather than a traditional truck bed. This type of versatile specialty truck is great for a variety of uses, from dump trucks to recreational vehicle upfits. Our team at #1 Cochran Ford Boardman can help you find the right chassis cab for your specific needs.

What Are Ford Chassis Cabs Used For?

Chassis cabs are typically used for heavy-duty applications, ranging from towing to carrying large payloads. These Ford pickup trucks are used by businesses and individuals who need the ability to upfit a custom box, crane, or dump on the back of the truck. The primary industries that use chassis cab options include:

Ambulance: A manufacturer can equip the chassis with a box containing the necessary medical and technological equipment for a functional ambulance.
Dump truck: A business can add a dump box to the chassis for construction, waste management, and gravel delivery.
Crane upfit: Utility companies that need to make repairs to wires and poles, or construction companies that require a lift, can upfit the chassis with a crane system.
Flatbed: Adding a flatbed to the chassis provides the versatility to haul lumber, metal, automobiles, and more. Flatbeds are a common use for chassis cabs.
Open box: An open box with side slats and a gate is ideal for hauling livestock or feed.
Refrigerated box: Upfit the chassis with a refrigerated box to carry items that require cold storage for delivery, such as produce and dairy products.
Recreational vehicle: Some owners add a box to the chassis and upfit and customize it for an RV.

These are just a few examples of chassis cab use. Consult with our #1 Cochran Ford Boardman chassis cab experts for other uses.

Comparing Different Ford Chassis Cab Truck Models

Ford offers the chassis cab pickup trucks in four Super Duty versions: the F-350, F-450, F-550, and F-650. Let's explore the models' key features and specifications to give you some idea of the possibilities.

Chassis Cab F-350

The F-350 is one of the most popular chassis cab models. It comes in three trims, the XL, XLT, and top-tier Lariat. You can also get this model in three cab configurations: a Regular Cab that accommodates up to three people, and the SuperCab or Crew Cab, both of which can fit up to six people.

Ford offers two engine options for all the chassis cab trucks, including the standard 7.3-liter 2V DECVT V-8 gas engine, which delivers 335 horsepower and 468 lb-ft of torque, or you can choose the optional 6.7-liter Power Stroke V-8 turbo diesel with 330 horsepower and 950 lb-ft of torque. Both engines are paired with a TorqShift 10-speed SelectShift automatic transmission. You can choose the chassis cab truck in rear-wheel drive or four-wheel drive for added traction, particularly when towing.

Depending on the cab, engine type, or drivetrain configuration, the F-350's towing capacities range from 17,500 to 26,600 pounds for conventional towing, and from 19,400 to 26,600 pounds for gooseneck and fifth-wheel towing. The maximum payload capacity ranges from 4,560 to 8,040 pounds.

Chassis Cab F-450

The F-450 has the same trim levels, engine, transmission, drivetrain options, and cab configurations as the F-350. Towing capacity is the same as the F-350 for conventional towing and increases to 21,300 to 30,300 pounds for gooseneck and fifth-wheel towing. Payload capacities range from 7,440 to 9,820 pounds.

Chassis Cab F-550

The Ford chassis cab F-550 is also available in XL, XLT, and Lariat trims, featuring the same cab configurations, engine and drivetrain options, and 10-speed automatic transmission as the F-350 and F-450. You'll notice an increase in towing ranges, with a maximum of 18,500 pounds for conventional towing and a range of 21,600 to 34,300 pounds for gooseneck and fifth-wheel towing. The payload numbers range from 10,030 to 12,700 pounds.

Chassis Cab F-600

The F-600 is the mightiest of the Ford chassis cab lineup. You have the same engine and drivetrain options, the same transmission, and the same cab configurations as the smaller chassis cabs. However, you can only get the F-600 in the XL and XLT trims. Towing and payload capacities are larger for this chassis cab model. You can tow up to 18,500 pounds conventionally and up to an impressive 23,100 to 34,700 pounds for fifth-wheel or gooseneck towing. The payload capacity ranges from 14,500 to 15,140 pounds.

All chassis cab models come standard with the Ford Pro Vehicle Integration System 2.0, Sync 4 multimedia system, and 5G Wi-Fi capability. Safety features include roll stability and trailer sway control, as well as Ford Co-Pilot360 driver-assist technologies such as:

Precollision assist
Automatic emergency braking
Blind-spot assist
Reverse brake assist
Adaptive cruise control

You also get:

Pro trailer hitch assist
Trailer reverse guidance
Pro trailer backup assist

Benefits of Choosing a Chassis Cab for Your Business Needs

Versatility is the key benefit of choosing a Ford chassis cab pickup truck. With its powerful engines, rear-wheel-drive or four-wheel-drive options, and tremendous towing capacities, the chassis cab is a smart addition to your business fleet, individual business needs, or for personal use.

How We Assist in Finding the Perfect Chassis Cab

We carry an extensive inventory of chassis cabs, but if you need one that's not on our #1 Cochran Ford Boardman dealership lot, we can source the one you want. Consult with our experts to determine the features and power you need, and we'll work with our associates to find the Ford chassis cab you're looking for.

Test-Drive the New Ford Chassis Cab Trucks for Sale at #1 Cochran Ford Boardman

Browse our online inventory of new trucks for sale, or contact us with your questions or to schedule a test-drive of the chassis cab you're interested in. Our #1 Cochran Ford Boardman dealership in Youngstown's finance team will assist you in acquiring financing for your new chassis cab pickup truck, whether you buy an F-350, F-450, F-550, or F-600.