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2005 Ford F-250 Super Duty Gas Tank Size and Capacity

Pickup 28 trims listed 1 fuel-system recall ← 2004 2006 →

Fuel tank capacity

29.0–38.0gal · 110–144 L

The 2005 Ford F-250 Super Duty has a fuel tank capacity of 29.0 to 38.0 gallons (110–144 liters), depending on the trim. The most common size is 38.0 gallons, used on 16 trims.

38.0 gal · Bigger than 99% of 2005 models we list.

Fuel
Regular unleaded
Tank sizes
2
Trims
28

2005 Ford F-250 Super Duty fuel tank capacity by trim

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Drive
no difference
Cab
Bed

All 28 trims

TrimEngineDrive Tank
4dr Crew Cab Lariat 4WD SB 5.4L 8cyl 6M · 4WD 5.4L 8cyl 6M 4WD 29.0 gal110 L
4dr Crew Cab Lariat Rwd SB 5.4L 8cyl 6M · RWD 5.4L 8cyl 6M RWD 29.0 gal110 L
4dr Crew Cab XL 4WD SB 5.4L 8cyl 6M · 4WD 5.4L 8cyl 6M 4WD 29.0 gal110 L
4dr Crew Cab XL Rwd SB 5.4L 8cyl 6M · RWD 5.4L 8cyl 6M RWD 29.0 gal110 L
4dr Crew Cab XLT 4WD SB 5.4L 8cyl 6M · 4WD 5.4L 8cyl 6M 4WD 29.0 gal110 L
4dr Crew Cab XLT Rwd SB 5.4L 8cyl 6M · RWD 5.4L 8cyl 6M RWD 29.0 gal110 L
4dr SuperCab Lariat 4WD SB 5.4L 8cyl 6M · 4WD 5.4L 8cyl 6M 4WD 29.0 gal110 L
4dr SuperCab Lariat Rwd SB 5.4L 8cyl 6M · RWD 5.4L 8cyl 6M RWD 29.0 gal110 L
4dr SuperCab XL 4WD SB 5.4L 8cyl 6M · 4WD 5.4L 8cyl 6M 4WD 29.0 gal110 L
4dr SuperCab XL Rwd SB 5.4L 8cyl 6M · RWD 5.4L 8cyl 6M RWD 29.0 gal110 L
4dr SuperCab XLT 4WD SB 5.4L 8cyl 6M · 4WD 5.4L 8cyl 6M 4WD 29.0 gal110 L
4dr SuperCab XLT Rwd SB 5.4L 8cyl 6M · RWD 5.4L 8cyl 6M RWD 29.0 gal110 L
2dr Regular Cab XL 4WD LB 5.4L 8cyl 6M · 4WD 5.4L 8cyl 6M 4WD 38.0 gal144 L
2dr Regular Cab XL Rwd LB 5.4L 8cyl 6M · RWD 5.4L 8cyl 6M RWD 38.0 gal144 L
2dr Regular Cab XLT 4WD LB 5.4L 8cyl 6M · 4WD 5.4L 8cyl 6M 4WD 38.0 gal144 L
2dr Regular Cab XLT Rwd LB 5.4L 8cyl 6M · RWD 5.4L 8cyl 6M RWD 38.0 gal144 L
4dr Crew Cab Lariat 4WD LB 5.4L 8cyl 6M · 4WD 5.4L 8cyl 6M 4WD 38.0 gal144 L
4dr Crew Cab Lariat Rwd LB 5.4L 8cyl 6M · RWD 5.4L 8cyl 6M RWD 38.0 gal144 L
4dr Crew Cab XL 4WD LB 5.4L 8cyl 6M · 4WD 5.4L 8cyl 6M 4WD 38.0 gal144 L
4dr Crew Cab XL Rwd LB 5.4L 8cyl 6M · RWD 5.4L 8cyl 6M RWD 38.0 gal144 L
4dr Crew Cab XLT 4WD LB 5.4L 8cyl 6M · 4WD 5.4L 8cyl 6M 4WD 38.0 gal144 L
4dr Crew Cab XLT Rwd LB 5.4L 8cyl 6M · RWD 5.4L 8cyl 6M RWD 38.0 gal144 L
4dr SuperCab Lariat 4WD LB 5.4L 8cyl 6M · 4WD 5.4L 8cyl 6M 4WD 38.0 gal144 L
4dr SuperCab Lariat Rwd LB 5.4L 8cyl 6M · RWD 5.4L 8cyl 6M RWD 38.0 gal144 L
4dr SuperCab XL 4WD LB 5.4L 8cyl 6M · 4WD 5.4L 8cyl 6M 4WD 38.0 gal144 L
4dr SuperCab XL Rwd LB 5.4L 8cyl 6M · RWD 5.4L 8cyl 6M RWD 38.0 gal144 L
4dr SuperCab XLT 4WD LB 5.4L 8cyl 6M · 4WD 5.4L 8cyl 6M 4WD 38.0 gal144 L
4dr SuperCab XLT Rwd LB 5.4L 8cyl 6M · RWD 5.4L 8cyl 6M RWD 38.0 gal144 L

Tank figures are the manufacturer's rated capacity, sorted smallest tank first. The EPA doesn't rate fuel economy for heavy-duty pickups and vans (over 8,500 lb gross vehicle weight), so these trims have no official MPG or range.

What it costs to fill up a 2005 Ford F-250 Super Duty

$162.26 to fill the 38.0-gallon tank from empty with regular, at this week's US average of $4.27 a gallon.

TankFuelUS avg / galFrom emptyFrom 1/4 tank
29.0 galRegular$4.27$123.83$92.87
38.0 galRegular$4.27$162.26$121.69

By region, 38.0-gallon tank

RegionRegular / galFill from empty
East Coast$4.02$152.76
Midwest$4.27$162.26
Gulf CoastLowest$3.70$140.60
Rocky Mountain$4.46$169.48
West Coast$5.42$205.96
CaliforniaHighest$5.89$223.82

Prices: U.S. Energy Information Administration retail averages for the week of October 26, 2026. This week's prices by state and city.

Your own price

  • 29.0-gallon tank$123.83
  • 38.0-gallon tank$162.26

Starts at the US average for regular; type in what your station charges. For other tank sizes, use the fill-up calculator.

F-250 Super Duty tank size in other years

The 2005 F-250 Super Duty uses the same 29.0–38.0 gal tank sizes as every F-250 Super Duty since 1999.

Model yearTankLongest highway range
2010 F-250 Super Duty 30.5–38.0 gal Not rated
2009 F-250 Super Duty 30.5–38.0 gal Not rated
2008 F-250 Super Duty 30.0–38.0 gal Not rated
2007 F-250 Super Duty 29.0–38.0 gal Not rated
2006 F-250 Super Duty 29.0–38.0 gal Not rated
2005 F-250 Super Duty 29.0–38.0 gal Not rated
2004 F-250 Super Duty 29.0–38.0 gal Not rated
2003 F-250 Super Duty 29.0–38.0 gal Not rated
2002 F-250 Super Duty 29.0–38.0 gal Not rated
2001 F-250 Super Duty 29.0–38.0 gal Not rated
2000 F-250 Super Duty 29.0–38.0 gal Not rated
Ford F-250 Super Duty fuel tank by model yearSmallest tank Larger tank options
19992000200120022003200438.020052006200720082009201020112012201320142015201620172018201920202021202220232024202520262027
← 2004 Ford F-250 Super Duty Every F-250 Super Duty year 2006 Ford F-250 Super Duty →

2005 Ford F-250 Super Duty vs similar 2005 pickups

The F-250 Super Duty has the largest tank of the three 2005 pickups compared here, 38.0 gallons against 35.0 for the GMC Sierra 3500.

2005 modelTankLongest highway range
Ford F-250 Super Duty 29.0–38.0 gal Not rated
GMC Sierra 3500 34.0–35.0 gal Not rated
Chevrolet Silverado 3500 34.0 gal Not rated

Picked by body style and size: other 2005 pickups within about 5% of the F-250 Super Duty's length and 15% of its curb weight, one model per brand.

2005 Ford F-250 Super Duty fuel system recalls

NHTSA lists 1 fuel-system recall for the 2005 Ford F-250 Super Duty, out of 3 recalls in total. A recall applies only to the vehicles named in it, so check your VIN.

Delivery · Hoses, lines/piping, and fittingsJun 9, 2005 · NHTSA 05V266000 · Ford Motor Company · 78,675 vehicles

On certain pickup trucks and chassis cab vehicles equipped with 5.4l or 6.8l gasoline engines, the fuel jumper line may have an incorrect end form.

Risk and remedy

Risk: The fuel line may separate at the connection to the main fuel bundle. If the fuel line separates, an operator may notice a gasoline odor and/or fuel on the ground, loss of power, and the engine will eventually stall. Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source could result in a fire.

Remedy: Dealers will install an external retention clip at the fuel jumper line to the main fuel bundle connection. The recall began on june 20, 2005. Owners may contact ford at 1-800-392-3673.

Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ Look up your tank by VIN

Frequently asked questions

What is the fuel tank capacity of the 2005 Ford F-250 Super Duty?

The 2005 Ford F-250 Super Duty holds between 29.0 and 38.0 gallons, depending on the trim. 38.0 gallons is the usual size; the smaller 29.0-gallon tank is on the 4dr Crew Cab Lariat 4WD SB.

How many gallons and liters does the 2005 Ford F-250 Super Duty gas tank hold?

The 2005 Ford F-250 Super Duty tank holds 110–144 liters, or 29.0–38.0 gallons in US gallons.

Which 2005 Ford F-250 Super Duty has the biggest gas tank?

The 38.0-gallon tank is on the 2dr Regular Cab XL 4WD LB, 2dr Regular Cab XL Rwd LB, 2dr Regular Cab XLT 4WD LB and 13 other trims. The smallest tank, 29.0 gallons, is on the 4dr Crew Cab Lariat 4WD SB.

Does 4WD change the 2005 Ford F-250 Super Duty gas tank?

No. 4WD and RWD versions of the 2005 Ford F-250 Super Duty use the same 29.0–38.0 gal tank.

What gas does the 2005 Ford F-250 Super Duty take?

Regular unleaded. The label inside the fuel door confirms it for your car.

How much does it cost to fill up a 2005 Ford F-250 Super Duty?

At the US average of $4.27 a gallon for regular (EIA, week of October 26, 2026), filling the 38.0-gallon tank from empty costs $162.26. It ranges from $140.60 in the Gulf Coast to $223.82 in California.

How much does a full tank of gas weigh in a 2005 Ford F-250 Super Duty?

About 236 pounds for the 38.0-gallon tank. Gasoline weighs roughly 6.2 pounds a gallon.

Does the 2005 Ford F-250 Super Duty have a bigger gas tank than the Chevrolet Silverado 3500?

Yes. The 2005 Ford F-250 Super Duty holds up to 38.0 gallons; the 2005 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 holds up to 34.0.

Has the 2005 Ford F-250 Super Duty had a fuel pump or fuel system recall?

Yes. NHTSA lists 1 fuel-system recall for the 2005 Ford F-250 Super Duty: 05V266000 (delivery · hoses, lines/piping, and fittings). Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if your car is affected.

Sources

  • Tank sizes: manufacturer-rated capacities from US-market specifications, cross-checked against a second spec database. Updated October 2026.
  • MPG and range: EPA ratings. Range is tank size times EPA MPG.
  • Fuel prices: U.S. Energy Information Administration, week of October 26, 2026.
  • Recalls: NHTSA recall database.

Does your owner's manual say something different? Let us know and we'll fix it. More on how we check the numbers.

Other 2005 Ford models

Crown Victoria19.0 gallons Econoline Cargo35.0 gallons Econoline Wagon35.0 gallons Escape15.0–16.5 gallons Excursion44.0 gallons Expedition28.0 gallons Explorer22.5 gallons Explorer Sport Trac22.5 gallons F-15026.0–30.0 gallons F-350 Super Duty29.0–38.0 gallons Five Hundred19.0 gallons Focus14.0 gallons