{"product_id":"2023-2026-ford-super-duty-f-250-ladder-traction-bars","title":"2023–2026 Ford Super Duty F-250 Ladder \/ Traction Bars","description":"\u003ch2\u003e2023–2026 Ford Super Duty F-250 Ladder \/ Traction Bars\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA loaded trailer and a hard pull put your F-250’s leaf-spring rear suspension to work. Apoc’s adjustable ladder \/ traction bars help control axle wrap and wheel hop, using heavy-wall tubular steel and a frame-to-axle mounting design to manage rear axle movement under load. Adjustable length accommodates stock-height or lifted trucks and allows future suspension fine-tuning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eImportant: Identify Your Rear Axle Before Ordering\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis listing is for 2023–2026 Ford Super Duty F-250 trucks. This generation uses the Ford Sterling axle lineup below, not the previous-generation Dana M275 identification guide. Verify the axle physically installed on your truck, then choose the matching axle, cab, and bed configuration. If your axle is not shown in the available selections, contact Apoc before ordering. Do not substitute a different axle selection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStandard Ford Sterling 10.5-inch:\u003c\/strong\u003e 12 differential-cover bolts and 3.5-inch-diameter axle tubes. Typically used on standard-payload trucks with the 10,600-lb GVWR package.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUpgraded Ford Sterling 11.6-inch:\u003c\/strong\u003e 16 differential-cover bolts and 4.0-inch-diameter axle tubes. This is the upgraded axle platform that replaced the previous-generation Dana M275 in this F-250 lineup.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to Identify the Sterling 11.6\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e1. Count the Differential-Cover Bolts\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCount the bolts around the perimeter of the rear differential cover: 12 bolts for the Sterling 10.5-inch, or 16 bolts for the Sterling 11.6-inch. Count the cover fasteners, not other bolts on the housing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e2. Check the Fill-Plug Location\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Sterling 11.6 does not have a fluid-fill plug on the back face of the differential cover. Its fill plug is on the front side of the axle casting. This differs from the older Dana M275, which has a fill plug on the rear cover face.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e3. Measure the Axle Tubes\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeasure the outside diameter of the straight tubes extending from the center differential housing toward the wheels. The Sterling 10.5 uses 3.5-inch tubes; the Sterling 11.6 uses 4.0-inch tubes. Confirm the actual axle and mounting-hardware dimensions before ordering rather than relying on appearance alone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhich Trucks Receive the Larger Axle?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe High-Capacity Axle Upgrade \/ High-Capacity Trailer Tow configurations associated with 11,100-lb or 11,400-lb GVWR use the larger Sterling 11.6 axle. This configuration shares the 11.6 rear axle and leaf-spring setup used by the F-350 single-rear-wheel configuration. Certain ratio and trim combinations, including select 3.31-ratio configurations, can also trigger the larger axle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCheck the truck, not just the package name:\u003c\/strong\u003e GVWR, towing-package information, and axle ratio are supporting clues. Confirm the differential-cover bolt count and axle-tube diameter, especially if the axle has been replaced or modified. This listing remains F-250-specific.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAxle-wrap and wheel-hop control:\u003c\/strong\u003e Helps manage rear axle movement under towing loads and hard acceleration.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdjustable length:\u003c\/strong\u003e Suitable for stock-height or lifted trucks, with readjustment available after suspension changes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeavy-wall tubular steel:\u003c\/strong\u003e Built for demanding towing and hauling use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFrame-to-axle mounting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Clamps to the rear axle housing and bolts to the frame. Drilling is required for the frame mounts; welding is optional.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSatin black powder coat:\u003c\/strong\u003e Corrosion-resistant finish.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEngineered and built in the USA.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat’s Included\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e(2) Heavy-duty traction bars\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e(2) Frame mounts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e(2) U-bolt mounts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComplete installation hardware\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eInstallation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEstimated installation time:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 2.5 hours.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTools required:\u003c\/strong\u003e Basic hand tools, drill, and drill bits.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClearance note:\u003c\/strong\u003e Some models may require trimming or removal of the skid plate near the fuel tank.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdjustable ends simplify installation and allow future suspension fine-tuning.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/lift-blocks\"\u003eShop Compatible Lift Blocks\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Apoc Industries","offers":[{"title":"Sterling 10.5-inch (12 bolts ) \/ Regular Cag \/ Short Bed","offer_id":43888241344573,"sku":"AP-72\/UB3\/BF","price":1093.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Sterling 10.5-inch (12 bolts ) \/ Regular Cag \/ Long Bed","offer_id":43888241377341,"sku":"AP-72\/UB3\/BF","price":1093.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Sterling 10.5-inch (12 bolts ) \/ Extended Cab \/ Short Bed","offer_id":43888241410109,"sku":"AP-72\/UB3\/BF","price":1093.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Sterling 10.5-inch (12 bolts ) \/ Extended Cab \/ Long Bed","offer_id":43888241442877,"sku":"AP-72\/UB3\/BF","price":1093.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Sterling 10.5-inch (12 bolts ) \/ Crew Cab \/ Short Bed","offer_id":43888241475645,"sku":"AP-72\/UB3\/BF","price":1093.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Sterling 10.5-inch (12 bolts ) \/ Crew Cab \/ Long Bed","offer_id":43888241508413,"sku":"AP-82\/UB3\/BF","price":1093.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Sterling 11.6 (16 bolts) \/ Regular Cag \/ Short Bed","offer_id":43888241541181,"sku":"AP-72\/UB4\/BF","price":1070.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Sterling 11.6 (16 bolts) \/ Regular Cag \/ Long Bed","offer_id":43888241573949,"sku":"AP-72\/UB4\/BF","price":1070.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Sterling 11.6 (16 bolts) \/ Extended Cab \/ Short Bed","offer_id":43888241606717,"sku":"AP-72\/UB4\/BF","price":1070.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Sterling 11.6 (16 bolts) \/ Extended Cab \/ Long Bed","offer_id":43888241639485,"sku":"AP-72\/UB4\/BF","price":1070.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Sterling 11.6 (16 bolts) \/ Crew Cab \/ Short Bed","offer_id":43888241672253,"sku":"AP-72\/UB4\/BF","price":1070.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Sterling 11.6 (16 bolts) \/ Crew Cab \/ Long Bed","offer_id":43888241705021,"sku":"AP-82\/UB4\/BF","price":1070.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0579\/8961\/files\/LadderBarKitRIV_b34a5e4a-78da-4ab5-a7b4-3b2819918d32.jpg?v=1789588083","url":"https:\/\/apocind.ca\/products\/2023-2026-ford-super-duty-f-250-ladder-traction-bars","provider":"Apoc Industries","version":"1.0","type":"link"}