Should You Choose Single-Rear Wheel or Dual-Rear Wheel on a 2026 Ford Super Duty F-350 for Work in Rutherford, NJ?

Oct 28, 2025

Quality Auto Mall – Should You Choose Single-Rear Wheel or Dual-Rear Wheel on a 2026 Ford Super Duty F-350 for Work in Rutherford, NJ?

Choosing between single-rear wheel (SRW) and dual-rear wheel (DRW, or dually) is the most common question our team at Quality Auto Mall hears from in-market shoppers evaluating the 2026 Ford Super Duty® F-350®. The right answer depends on what you tow, where you tow, and the kinds of jobs you run around Rutherford, Jersey City, and Nutley. Below, we break down how each configuration fits real work in our area and how the F-350’s available features help you tow and haul with confidence either way.

Start with your use case. If your week includes tight jobsite access off Route 17, ferrying materials through neighborhood streets, or garage parking in town, an SRW F-350 will feel more maneuverable and easier to live with day to day. If your weekends involve a heavy fifth-wheel, multi-axle equipment, or a large gooseneck trailer, a DRW’s wider rear track and twin tires deliver added stability and higher payload potential. Super Duty® trucks lead the way with best-in-class diesel-powered maximum available 40,000 lb gooseneck tow rating and an outstanding maximum available 8,000 lb payload, and the F-350 lineup leverages that engineering with the right axle, frame, and spring combinations for SRW and DRW applications.

Think stability and control at speed. A DRW puts more rubber on the road, which can help reduce trailer sway and improve confidence in crosswinds on the Turnpike or the Garden State Parkway with a tall fifth-wheel. An SRW is lighter and typically more responsive when you are navigating jobsite ruts, snowpack, and narrow alleys around Rutherford after a storm. Many local contractors prefer SRW for plow work and frequent mixed-use driving, while fleets moving heavy skid steers or long campers favor DRW for its planted feel and higher pin-weight capability.

Capacity is only part of the story because the 2026 F-350 backs you up with smart towing tech. Available Pro Trailer Backup Assist™, Pro Trailer Hitch Assist™, and Onboard Scales with Smart Hitch help you line up, monitor tongue or pin weight, and balance your load. Available PowerScope® trailer tow mirrors, Trailer Reverse Guidance, a 360-Degree Camera, and an available head-up display keep you oriented in tight yards and busy jobsites. Pair those with the available 6.7L High Output Power Stroke® V8 Turbo Diesel B20 engine for maximum torque or choose the proven 7.3L 2V DEVCT NA PFI V8 gas engine if your duty cycle favors gas. Every F-350 uses a smooth-shifting 10-speed TorqShift® automatic to put power to the ground.

Terrain matters here in North Jersey. If off-pavement access is part of the job, SRW models offer greater tire deflection and easier airing down for traction, and the available Tremor® Off-Road Package or FX4® Off-Road Package adds confidence on muddy construction entrances and unpaved lots. If your work is primarily highway hauling between vendors and jobs, a DRW’s extra rear-side footprint helps keep a heavy trailer composed over expansion joints and bridge decks.

To zero in on the right setup quickly, use this simple framework during your test drive at Quality Auto Mall:

List your heaviest trailer and how often you tow it
Confirm measured tongue or pin weight and include real cargo
Decide your hitch type and bed needs
Check your parking constraints, garage widths, and typical jobsite access
Match your engine choice to the weight you pull most
Validate axle ratio, GVWR, and tire ratings on the specific truck’s door jamb payload sticker

A final note on cost and care. DRW tires, rotations, and alignment are different from SRW maintenance, and body width may affect certain car washes or older garage entries around Rutherford. SRW is typically simpler in that respect. Either way, our service team can help set a maintenance schedule that fits your workload and keep your F-350 operating at its best.

When you are ready, our product specialists can walk you through real trucks on our lot — SRW and DRW — hook up to your trailer, and show you how SYNC® 4 on the available 12″ center display integrates trailer profiles and checklists. We will help you explore premium packages, from Lariat® to Platinum®, color options like Argon Blue, Marsh Gray, and Carbonized Gray, and capability features such as 2kW Pro Power Onboard™ for running tools and lights at the site.

If you have been debating SRW versus DRW for your 2026 Ford Super Duty® F-350®, bring your use case to Quality Auto Mall in Rutherford, NJ. We will help you spec the right truck, validate ratings against your trailer and cargo, and set you up for confident towing across North Jersey — from local jobs to weekend hauls.

Frequently Asked Questions:

Does a 2026 Ford Super Duty F-350 SRW have enough capacity for a mid-size fifth-wheel around Rutherford?

Yes, many SRW F-350 configurations comfortably handle mid-size fifth-wheels when properly equipped. The key is confirming the trailer’s loaded pin weight against the specific truck’s payload sticker and verifying combined ratings in the Towing Guide. Our team will weigh your setup, configure Onboard Scales with Smart Hitch, and confirm you are within limits.

Will a DRW F-350 be too wide for my driveway or local parking garages?

DRW models are wider at the rear fenders. Most suburban driveways are fine, but older garages and some tight ramps may be challenging. We recommend a measurement check at home and a test drive to your typical garage with one of our DRW demos to ensure fit before you decide.

Is the Tremor Off-Road Package available if I pick a DRW F-350?

Tremor® availability typically centers on select SRW configurations because of wheel, tire, and suspension tuning specific to that package. If you need maximum off-road traction and still tow heavy on weekends, we can help you compare SRW Tremor to a conventional SRW or DRW build to see which fits your mix of trails and towing.

What if I tow in winter — is SRW or DRW better in snow?

Both can be excellent with the right tires and chains. SRW can cut through ruts more easily, while DRW adds stability under crosswind and load. For winter reliability around Rutherford, we recommend dedicated snow-rated tires, proper ballast when appropriate, and a demo drive on comparable roads to your routes.

Ready to compare SRW and DRW on the 2026 Ford Super Duty® F-350® in person? Visit Quality Auto Mall at 55 State Highway 17 in Rutherford, NJ, and let our experts set up a side-by-side, trailer-in-hand evaluation. We will help you make a confident decision and get your build reserved with the engine, axle, and towing tech that fit your work.