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Your Ford is capable of many things. It was created not only to transport people from point A to point B or to deliver goods from the store to your home. Your Ford Ranger can tow cargo, whether a trailer or another car.


Although it seems like a reasonably easy job, towing is a big strain on the Ford Ranger and a responsibility for the driver.

Therefore, before starting towing, you should prepare the Ranger accordingly by installing additional equipment and ensuring that it is in good working order, as your comfort and the safety of you and other road users depend on it.

Key Takeaways

• The Ford Ranger's towing capacity depends on various factors, including engine capacity, transmission type, vehicle size and weight, drive type, and the structure and design of the vehicle.
  
• Proper preparation of both the Ford Ranger and the trailer or vehicle being towed is essential, involving checks and adjustments to equipment, visibility, braking, engine condition, fuel level, and the inclusion of emergency kits.
  
• Specific guidelines and precautions need to be followed depending on what is being towed, such as ensuring the towed object's weight is within the Ranger’s capacity and choosing the appropriate towing method.
  
• Special consideration is needed for towing vehicles with different types of transmissions, with cars having automatic transmissions requiring either a carriage or a tow dolly, and certain precautions to prevent gearbox breakdown.
  

What is towing?

Towing is the action of pulling or hauling another object; usually, these are trailers, boats, or other vehicles using a Ford Ranger.

To tow something behind your back, you have to attach a towing hitch or coupling device between the Ford Ranger and the trailer.

Can any weight be towed by a Ford Ranger?



In the vast majority of cases, every Ford Ranger model year is capable of towing. The only difference is how much load it can withstand and how much weight it can carry safely.

The towing capacity of a Ford Ranger depends on many factors, for example:

Engine Capacity

The Ford Ranger's towing capacity depends on its engine power and torque. The more powerful the engine, the more torque it has to handle heavier loads than smaller engines.

Transmission Type

The type of transmission, whether manual or automatic, can impact the towing capacity of a Ford Ranger. Because of the torque converter design, transmissions with automatics frequently have better towing features.

Size and Weight

Bigger and heavier Ranger trims typically have greater towing capabilities. Solid body-on-frame vehicles offer better towing rigidity, which makes them ideal for hauling heavy loads.

Drive Type

Towing Capacity is affected by the type of the Ford Ranger drive system used, like FWD (Front Wheel Drive), RWD (Rear Wheel Drive), and AWD (Wheel Drive). AWD and RWD vehicles handle towing better due to their better power distribution.

Structure and Design

The strength of the frame and design of the Ford Ranger, including its suspension and braking systems, significantly influence the final hauling capacity. Towing strain is better handled by Ford Rangers with solidified suspension and braking elements.