The 2026 Ford F-250 Super Duty XL Crew Cab 4x4 equipped with a Reading SLST98 (SL Series 98" Service Body) is a robust, work-focused utility truck designed for demanding trades such as construction, plumbing, electrical, maintenance, and landscaping. This configuration pairs Ford's heavy-duty Super Duty chassis (176" wheelbase, single rear wheel/SRW, pickup box delete) with Reading Truck's economical yet durable steel service body, creating a versatile upfit for secure tool storage, cargo hauling, and towing.Chassis Highlights: 2026 Ford F-250 XL Crew Cab 4x4
- Engine: 6.8L DEVCT NA PFI V8 Gasoline (standard; delivers strong torque for daily work duties).
- Transmission: 10-Speed Automatic TorqShift-G.
- Drivetrain: 4x4 with manual locking hubs.
- Cab & Exterior: Crew Cab (full four doors, seating for up to 6), Oxford White paint, black door handles, autolamp headlamps, power tailgate lock (adapted for service body), tow hooks, trailer sway control, intermittent wipers, trailer tow mirrors.
- Interior: Manual air conditioning, cloth or vinyl seating (Medium Dark Slate vinyl specified), manual lumbar driver seat, 4.2" cluster display, 1-touch down driver/passenger windows, tilt/telescoping steering with cruise/audio controls, outside temp display, particulate air filter, power locks/windows, SYNC® 4 with 8" screen, rear view camera.
- Functional & Safety: 4-wheel antilock brakes, hill start assist, mono-beam coil spring front suspension with stabilizer bar, remote keyless entry, AdvanceTrac® with RSC®, Safety Canopy® airbags, Belt-Minder®, driver/passenger airbags, SOS Post-Crash Alert™, Tire Pressure Monitoring System, SecuriLock® anti-theft.
- Warranty: 3 years/36,000 miles bumper-to-bumper; 5 years/60,000 miles powertrain; 5 years/60,000 miles roadside assistance.
Key Optional Equipment Included
- Preferred Equipment Package 600A.
- LT245/75Rx17E BSW All-Terrain tires.
- 3.73 electronic-locking rear axle.
- Pickup box delete (with rear view camera & prep kit).
- 9900# GVWR Package.
- Platform running boards.
- Pro Power Onboard (400W).
- Snow Plow Prep Package.
- Spare tire and wheel.
- Integrated trailer brake controller.
- Roof clearance lights.
- Jack.
- Upfitter switches.
- 410 Amp dual alternators + dual battery.
- XL Chrome Package (includes fog lamps).
- Front license plate bracket.
- 50-state emissions.
- Vehicle Integration System 2.0.
Reading SLST98 Service Body Features
- Construction: Premium A60 galvannealed steel for excellent rust resistance; heavy-duty 18-gauge double-panel doors; stainless steel bolt-on hinges; Dual-Pro® seal system for weatherproofing.
- Finish: Acrylic E-coat primer with high-gloss polyester powder coat (typically white to match chassis) for superior chip, scratch, UV, and corrosion protection.
- Dimensions & Design: 98" length, suited for 56" cab-to-axle (CA) SRW chassis; compartmentalized side bays with vertical/horizontal doors; open cargo bed area; seamless wheelhouse panels; slam-action tailgate with stainless braces; Aluma-Fill® aluminum fuel fill protector.
- Standard Equipment: Spring-loaded door stays, stainless steel rotary paddle locks, LED stop/tail/turn/clearance lights, recessed frame-mounted bumper.
- Approximate Weight: 1,050–1,190 lbs (varies by exact config).
- Warranty: 6 years, made in the USA.
This upfit transforms the F-250 into a highly organized mobile workshop with lockable compartments for tools/equipment, enhanced electrical capacity for job-site power needs, and proven towing/hauling capability. It's an ideal fleet or individual truck for reliability, low maintenance, and year-round performance—backed by Ford's Super Duty toughness and Reading's value-driven quality.
