{"id":14208,"date":"2026-08-07T14:34:06","date_gmt":"2026-08-07T14:34:06","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/tt-blogs.dealerfire.com\/sherwoodford\/?p=14208"},"modified":"2026-08-07T14:34:08","modified_gmt":"2026-08-07T14:34:08","slug":"what-is-ford-drw-ford-dual-rear-wheel-explained","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.sherwoodford.ca\/blog\/what-is-ford-drw-ford-dual-rear-wheel-explained\/","title":{"rendered":"What is Ford DRW? Ford Dual-Rear Wheel explained"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h2><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Learn how Dual-Rear Wheel and Single-Rear Wheel trucks differ<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">You&#8217;ve\u00a0probably seen\u00a0the term DRW. Many customers ask us what <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sherwoodford.ca\/new-ford-super-duty-f-350-drw-sherwood-park-ab\">Ford DRW<\/a><\/strong>\u00a0is and whether they need it. At Sherwood Ford in Sherwood Park, AB,\u00a0we&#8217;re\u00a0happy to explain the differences between Ford truck configurations and help you choose the right one for your work or lifestyle.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button has-custom-width wp-block-button__width-50\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-white-color has-black-background-color has-text-color has-background\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sherwoodford.ca\/clp-new-vehicles\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>View Our New Ford Inventory<\/strong><\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-button has-custom-width wp-block-button__width-50\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-white-color has-black-background-color has-text-color has-background\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sherwoodford.ca\/ford-build-and-price\"><strong>Factory Order Your New Ford<\/strong><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column\">\n<h3><span data-contrast=\"auto\">What&nbsp;does DRW&nbsp;mean on a Ford&nbsp;truck?<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">DRW stands for Dual-Rear Wheel. Instead of one wheel on each side of the rear axle, a DRW truck has two wheels on each side.&nbsp;A Ford DRW truck provides:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"1\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559683&quot;:0,&quot;335559684&quot;:-2,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Greater towing stability<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/li><li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"1\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559683&quot;:0,&quot;335559684&quot;:-2,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Increased payload capacity<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/li><li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"1\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559683&quot;:0,&quot;335559684&quot;:-2,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"3\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Better weight distribution<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/li><li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"1\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559683&quot;:0,&quot;335559684&quot;:-2,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"4\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Improved confidence when hauling heavy loads<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Ford offers dual-rear-wheel configurations on select Super Duty models, including the popular Ford F-350 DRW&nbsp;and certain Ford F-450 pickups.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column\">\n<h3><span data-contrast=\"auto\">What is SRW?\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">SRW stands for Single-Rear Wheel. These trucks have one wheel on each side of the rear axle, just like most pickup trucks on the road.&nbsp;An SRW truck is often the better choice for drivers who:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"2\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559683&quot;:0,&quot;335559684&quot;:-2,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Use their truck&nbsp;for commuting<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/li><li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"2\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559683&quot;:0,&quot;335559684&quot;:-2,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Tow moderate-sized trailers<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/li><li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"2\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559683&quot;:0,&quot;335559684&quot;:-2,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"3\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Want easier parking in town<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/li><li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"2\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559683&quot;:0,&quot;335559684&quot;:-2,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"4\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Prefer a narrower truck<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Many Ford F-250 and Ford F-350 models are available with a single-rear-wheel setup.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Ford SRW vs DRW<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">If\u00a0you&#8217;re\u00a0deciding between Ford SRW vs DRW, the best\u00a0option\u00a0depends on how you plan to use your truck.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table class=\"has-subtle-pale-blue-background-color has-fixed-layout has-background\"><tbody><tr><td><strong>Ford SRW<\/strong>\u00a0<\/td><td><strong>Ford DRW<\/strong>\u00a0<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Single rear wheel on each side\u00a0<\/td><td>Two rear wheels on each side\u00a0<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Easier to park\u00a0<\/td><td>Wider rear axle\u00a0<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Better for everyday driving\u00a0<\/td><td>Designed for heavy towing\u00a0<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Lower payload capacity\u00a0<\/td><td>Higher payload capacity\u00a0<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Ideal for lighter trailers\u00a0<\/td><td>Excellent for large\u00a0fifth-wheel\u00a0and gooseneck trailers\u00a0<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">For many Alberta truck owners, an SRW truck provides plenty of capability. However, customers towing large RVs, horse trailers, construction equipment, or commercial loads often appreciate the&nbsp;additional&nbsp;stability of a DRW model.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text alignwide has-media-on-the-right is-stacked-on-mobile\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"768\" height=\"500\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn-ds.com\/blogs-media\/sites\/71\/2026\/08\/07143008\/2026_SuperDuty_DRW_B1_O.jpg\" alt=\"2026 Ford Super Duty DRW towing\" class=\"wp-image-14210 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn-ds.com\/blogs-media\/sites\/71\/2026\/08\/07143008\/2026_SuperDuty_DRW_B1_O.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cdn-ds.com\/blogs-media\/sites\/71\/2026\/08\/07143008\/2026_SuperDuty_DRW_B1_O-300x195.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<h3><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Is a Ford DRW&nbsp;harder to&nbsp;drive?<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Many first-time buyers worry that a&nbsp;dual&nbsp;truck will be difficult to handle.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">While a DRW truck is wider than an SRW model, most drivers adjust quickly. Modern Ford Super Duty trucks also include available driver-assistance technologies, towing cameras, trailer backup\u00a0assistance, parking sensors, and large towing mirrors that help make maneuvering easier.\u00a0The biggest adjustment is simply remembering the wider rear fenders when parking or driving through narrow spaces.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Who\u00a0should\u00a0buy a DRW\u00a0truck?\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">A DRW truck is often a smart investment if\u00a0you\u00a0regularly:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"3\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559683&quot;:0,&quot;335559684&quot;:-2,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Tow&nbsp;large fifth-wheel RVs<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/li><li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"3\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559683&quot;:0,&quot;335559684&quot;:-2,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Pull heavy equipment trailers<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/li><li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"3\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559683&quot;:0,&quot;335559684&quot;:-2,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"3\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Haul construction materials<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/li><li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"3\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559683&quot;:0,&quot;335559684&quot;:-2,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"4\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Operate a landscaping business<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/li><li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"3\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559683&quot;:0,&quot;335559684&quot;:-2,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"5\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Transport livestock<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/li><li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"3\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559683&quot;:0,&quot;335559684&quot;:-2,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"6\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Need&nbsp;maximum&nbsp;payload capacity<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/li><li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"3\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559683&quot;:0,&quot;335559684&quot;:-2,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"7\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Use your truck for commercial work<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">If your truck spends most of its time commuting or hauling lighter loads, an SRW model may be the more practical choice.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text alignwide is-stacked-on-mobile has-black-background-color has-background\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sherwoodford.ca\/clp-new-ford-f-series-super-duty\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"395\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn-ds.com\/blogs-media\/sites\/71\/2025\/10\/15162920\/2026_Ford_F250_KingRanch_A_O-1024x395.jpg\" alt=\"Super Duty truck on white background\" class=\"wp-image-13270 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn-ds.com\/blogs-media\/sites\/71\/2025\/10\/15162920\/2026_Ford_F250_KingRanch_A_O-1024x395.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cdn-ds.com\/blogs-media\/sites\/71\/2025\/10\/15162920\/2026_Ford_F250_KingRanch_A_O-300x116.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cdn-ds.com\/blogs-media\/sites\/71\/2025\/10\/15162920\/2026_Ford_F250_KingRanch_A_O-768x296.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cdn-ds.com\/blogs-media\/sites\/71\/2025\/10\/15162920\/2026_Ford_F250_KingRanch_A_O.jpg 1038w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button has-custom-width wp-block-button__width-100 is-style-outline\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-white-color has-black-background-color has-text-color has-background\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sherwoodford.ca\/clp-new-ford-f-series-super-duty\">Learn more about the Ford Super Duty<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Frequently&nbsp;asked&nbsp;questions&nbsp;about DRW<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"schema-faq wp-block-yoast-faq-block\"><div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1786111526888\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">What does Ford DRW mean?\u00a0<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Ford DRW stands for Dual-Rear Wheel. It means the truck has two wheels on each side of the rear axle instead of one, providing increased towing stability and higher payload capacity.\u00a0<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1786111550662\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">What is the difference between Ford SRW vs DRW?\u00a0<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">SRW trucks have one rear wheel per side, while DRW trucks have two. DRW models are designed for heavier towing and hauling, while SRW trucks are\u00a0generally easier\u00a0to drive and park every day.\u00a0<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1786111613641\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Is the Ford F-350 DRW good for towing?\u00a0<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Yes. The Ford F-350 DRW is one of the best choices for towing heavy fifth-wheel trailers, gooseneck trailers, equipment trailers, and large RVs,\u00a0thanks to its enhanced stability and payload capability.\u00a0<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1786111630051\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Does a DRW truck use more fuel?\u00a0<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">A DRW truck may use slightly more fuel because of its\u00a0additional\u00a0tires, increased weight, and wider stance. Fuel economy varies depending on engine choice, cargo, terrain, and driving habits.\u00a0<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1786111740519\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Is a Ford DRW worth it?\u00a0<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">If you regularly tow or haul heavy loads near your truck&#8217;s maximum ratings, a DRW truck is often worth the investment. For lighter towing and daily commuting, an SRW truck may better suit your needs.\u00a0<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1786111751420\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Does a DRW truck tow better?\u00a0<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">One of the biggest advantages of a dual-rear-wheel truck is improved towing stability. 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