2011 Ford F450 Super Duty Oil Type & Capacity
The 2011 Ford F450 Super Duty oil type depends on the engine: the 2D Cab Chassis Extra Cab, 6.7 T, 4WD takes 10W-30 (13.0 quarts qt with filter); the 2D Cab Chassis Extra Cab, 6.7 T, RWD takes 10W-30 (13.0 quarts qt with filter); the 2D Cab Chassis Extra Cab, 6.8 Y, 4WD takes 5W-20 (7.0 quarts qt with filter); the 2D Cab Chassis Extra Cab, 6.8 Y, RWD takes 5W-20 (7.0 quarts qt with filter); the 2D Cab Chassis, 6.7 T, 4WD takes 10W-30 (13.0 quarts qt with filter); the 2D Cab Chassis, 6.7 T, RWD takes 10W-30 (13.0 quarts qt with filter); the 2D Cab Chassis, 6.8 Y, 4WD takes 5W-20 (7.0 quarts qt with filter); the 2D Cab Chassis, 6.8 Y, RWD takes 5W-20 (7.0 quarts qt with filter); the 4D Cab Chassis, 6.7 T, 4WD takes 10W-30 (13.0 quarts qt with filter); the 4D Cab Chassis, 6.7 T, RWD takes 10W-30 (13.0 quarts qt with filter); the 4D Cab Chassis, 6.8 Y, 4WD takes 5W-20 (7.0 quarts qt with filter); the 4D Cab Chassis, 6.8 Y, RWD takes 5W-20 (7.0 quarts qt with filter); the 4D Pickup takes 10W-30 (13.0 quarts qt with filter), per the factory service manual.
Factory-spec answer
It depends on the engine:
- 2D Cab Chassis Extra Cab, 6.7 T, 4WD: 10W-30, 13.0 quarts with filter
- 2D Cab Chassis Extra Cab, 6.7 T, RWD: 10W-30, 13.0 quarts with filter
- 2D Cab Chassis Extra Cab, 6.8 Y, 4WD: 5W-20, 7.0 quarts with filter
- 2D Cab Chassis Extra Cab, 6.8 Y, RWD: 5W-20, 7.0 quarts with filter
- 2D Cab Chassis, 6.7 T, 4WD: 10W-30, 13.0 quarts with filter
- 2D Cab Chassis, 6.7 T, RWD: 10W-30, 13.0 quarts with filter
- 2D Cab Chassis, 6.8 Y, 4WD: 5W-20, 7.0 quarts with filter
- 2D Cab Chassis, 6.8 Y, RWD: 5W-20, 7.0 quarts with filter
- 4D Cab Chassis, 6.7 T, 4WD: 10W-30, 13.0 quarts with filter
- 4D Cab Chassis, 6.7 T, RWD: 10W-30, 13.0 quarts with filter
- 4D Cab Chassis, 6.8 Y, 4WD: 5W-20, 7.0 quarts with filter
- 4D Cab Chassis, 6.8 Y, RWD: 5W-20, 7.0 quarts with filter
- 4D Pickup: 10W-30, 13.0 quarts with filter
Oil capacity by engine
| Engine | Oil Type (viscosity) | Capacity w/ Filter | Capacity w/o Filter | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2D Cab Chassis Extra Cab, 6.7 T, 4WD — 6.7L Eng | MOTORCRAFT Motor Oil SAE 10W-30 Super Duty, SAE 15W-40 Super Duty, SEA 5W-40 Super Duty, 0W-30 Super Duty, or equivalent | 13.00 QTS. | — | — |
| 2D Cab Chassis Extra Cab, 6.7 T, RWD — 6.7L Eng | MOTORCRAFT Motor Oil SAE 10W-30 Super Duty, SAE 15W-40 Super Duty, SEA 5W-40 Super Duty, 0W-30 Super Duty, or equivalent | 13.00 QTS. | — | — |
| 2D Cab Chassis Extra Cab, 6.8 Y, 4WD — 6.8L Eng | MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil, or equivalent | 7.00 QTS. | — | Use of synthetic or synthetic blend motor oil is not mandatory. Engine oil need only to meet the requirements of FORD Specification: WSS-M2C930-A and the API Certification mark. |
| 2D Cab Chassis Extra Cab, 6.8 Y, RWD — 6.8L Eng | MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil, or equivalent | 7.00 QTS. | — | Use of synthetic or synthetic blend motor oil is not mandatory. Engine oil need only to meet the requirements of FORD Specification: WSS-M2C930-A and the API Certification mark. |
| 2D Cab Chassis, 6.7 T, 4WD — 6.7L Eng | MOTORCRAFT Motor Oil SAE 10W-30 Super Duty, SAE 15W-40 Super Duty, SEA 5W-40 Super Duty, 0W-30 Super Duty, or equivalent | 13.00 QTS. | — | — |
| 2D Cab Chassis, 6.7 T, RWD — 6.7L Eng | MOTORCRAFT Motor Oil SAE 10W-30 Super Duty, SAE 15W-40 Super Duty, SEA 5W-40 Super Duty, 0W-30 Super Duty, or equivalent | 13.00 QTS. | — | — |
| 2D Cab Chassis, 6.8 Y, 4WD — 6.8L Eng | MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil, or equivalent | 7.00 QTS. | — | Use of synthetic or synthetic blend motor oil is not mandatory. Engine oil need only to meet the requirements of FORD Specification: WSS-M2C930-A and the API Certification mark. |
| 2D Cab Chassis, 6.8 Y, RWD — 6.8L Eng | MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil, or equivalent | 7.00 QTS. | — | Use of synthetic or synthetic blend motor oil is not mandatory. Engine oil need only to meet the requirements of FORD Specification: WSS-M2C930-A and the API Certification mark. |
| 4D Cab Chassis, 6.7 T, 4WD — 6.7L Eng | MOTORCRAFT Motor Oil SAE 10W-30 Super Duty, SAE 15W-40 Super Duty, SEA 5W-40 Super Duty, 0W-30 Super Duty, or equivalent | 13.00 QTS. | — | — |
| 4D Cab Chassis, 6.7 T, RWD — 6.7L Eng | MOTORCRAFT Motor Oil SAE 10W-30 Super Duty, SAE 15W-40 Super Duty, SEA 5W-40 Super Duty, 0W-30 Super Duty, or equivalent | 13.00 QTS. | — | — |
| 4D Cab Chassis, 6.8 Y, 4WD — 6.8L Eng | MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil, or equivalent | 7.00 QTS. | — | Use of synthetic or synthetic blend motor oil is not mandatory. Engine oil need only to meet the requirements of FORD Specification: WSS-M2C930-A and the API Certification mark. |
| 4D Cab Chassis, 6.8 Y, RWD — 6.8L Eng | MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil, or equivalent | 7.00 QTS. | — | Use of synthetic or synthetic blend motor oil is not mandatory. Engine oil need only to meet the requirements of FORD Specification: WSS-M2C930-A and the API Certification mark. |
| 4D Pickup — 6.7L Eng | MOTORCRAFT Motor Oil SAE 10W-30 Super Duty, SAE 15W-40 Super Duty, SEA 5W-40 Super Duty, 0W-30 Super Duty, or equivalent | 13.00 QTS. | — | — |
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Coolant capacity
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Frequently asked questions
What type of oil does a 2011 Ford F450 Super Duty take?
It depends on the engine: 2D Cab Chassis Extra Cab, 6.7 T, 4WD uses 10W-30; 2D Cab Chassis Extra Cab, 6.7 T, RWD uses 10W-30; 2D Cab Chassis Extra Cab, 6.8 Y, 4WD uses 5W-20; 2D Cab Chassis Extra Cab, 6.8 Y, RWD uses 5W-20; 2D Cab Chassis, 6.7 T, 4WD uses 10W-30; 2D Cab Chassis, 6.7 T, RWD uses 10W-30; 2D Cab Chassis, 6.8 Y, 4WD uses 5W-20; 2D Cab Chassis, 6.8 Y, RWD uses 5W-20; 4D Cab Chassis, 6.7 T, 4WD uses 10W-30; 4D Cab Chassis, 6.7 T, RWD uses 10W-30; 4D Cab Chassis, 6.8 Y, 4WD uses 5W-20; 4D Cab Chassis, 6.8 Y, RWD uses 5W-20; 4D Pickup uses 10W-30.
What is the oil capacity of a 2011 Ford F450 Super Duty?
Oil capacity depends on the engine: 2D Cab Chassis Extra Cab, 6.7 T, 4WD holds 13.0 quarts with filter; 2D Cab Chassis Extra Cab, 6.7 T, RWD holds 13.0 quarts with filter; 2D Cab Chassis Extra Cab, 6.8 Y, 4WD holds 7.0 quarts with filter; 2D Cab Chassis Extra Cab, 6.8 Y, RWD holds 7.0 quarts with filter; 2D Cab Chassis, 6.7 T, 4WD holds 13.0 quarts with filter; 2D Cab Chassis, 6.7 T, RWD holds 13.0 quarts with filter; 2D Cab Chassis, 6.8 Y, 4WD holds 7.0 quarts with filter; 2D Cab Chassis, 6.8 Y, RWD holds 7.0 quarts with filter; 4D Cab Chassis, 6.7 T, 4WD holds 13.0 quarts with filter; 4D Cab Chassis, 6.7 T, RWD holds 13.0 quarts with filter; 4D Cab Chassis, 6.8 Y, 4WD holds 7.0 quarts with filter; 4D Cab Chassis, 6.8 Y, RWD holds 7.0 quarts with filter; 4D Pickup holds 13.0 quarts with filter.
How often should I change the oil in my 2011 Ford F450 Super Duty?
Most 2011 Ford F450 Super Duty owners follow a 5,000–7,500 mile interval with conventional oil, or up to 10,000 miles with full synthetic. Always check the oil life monitor if equipped, and consult your owner's manual — Ford recommends intervals based on driving conditions, not just mileage.
Can I use synthetic oil in my 2011 Ford F450 Super Duty?
Yes. 10W-30 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 2011 Ford F450 Super Duty. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.