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Ford F-450 Super Duty Lug Nut Torque

The Ford F-450 Super Duty lug nut torque is 150 ft-lbs (203 N·m) for 2020–2026, 165 ft-lbs (224 N·m) for 1999–2019 and 140 ft-lbs (190 N·m) for 1990–1997.

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Ford F-450 Super Duty · 1990–2026

The spec changed over the years. Pick your year above, or find it here:
2020–2026150 ft-lbs · 203 N·m
1999–2019165 ft-lbs · 224 N·m
1990–1997140 ft-lbs · 190 N·m
  • ✓ Tighten in a star pattern, in two passes, with a torque wrench (not an impact gun)
  • ✓ Re-check the torque after the first 50–100 miles
  • ✓ Confirm against your owner’s manual; aftermarket wheels can differ

Source: TreadCompass vehicle fitment database. Page updated November 2026. Specs can vary with aftermarket wheels and lug hardware, so always confirm with your owner’s manual.

Factory tire sizes for the Ford F-450 Super Duty

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225/70R191999–2026 · Compare prices →235/85R161990–1997 · Compare prices →245/75R172011–2016 · Compare prices →

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Ford F-450 Super Duty lug nut torque FAQ

What is the lug nut torque for a Ford F-450 Super Duty?

The Ford F-450 Super Duty lug nut torque is 150 ft-lbs (203 N·m) for 2020–2026, 165 ft-lbs (224 N·m) for 1999–2019 and 140 ft-lbs (190 N·m) for 1990–1997. Tighten in a star pattern with a torque wrench, then re-check after the first 50–100 miles.

Do all F-450 Super Duty trims use the same lug nut torque?

Yes. Every F-450 Super Duty trim in our database uses the same lug nut torque for a given model year.

Has the Ford F-450 Super Duty lug nut torque changed over the years?

Yes. It is 150 ft-lbs for 2020–2026, 165 ft-lbs for 1999–2019 and 140 ft-lbs for 1990–1997. Pick your year above to see the exact spec.

What size tires come on the Ford F-450 Super Duty?

Factory tire sizes include 225/70R19 (1999–2026), 235/85R16 (1990–1997) and 245/75R17 (2011–2016). Check the sidewall of your current tires to confirm yours, then compare prices for that size above.

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