4x4 w/manual transmission
Engine
Rear axle
ratio
Maximum
GCWR - lb.
(kg)
Maximum
trailer
weight - lb.
(kg)
Maximum
frontal area
of trailer -
ft
2
(m
2
)
*When towing on roads with steep grades or moderate but long
sustained grades (5 miles [8 km] or more), or when ambient
temperatures exceed 100°F (37°C), vehicle speed should not exceed
45 mph (72 km/h) in both cases.
For definition of terms used in this table, see
Vehicle loading
earlier in
this chapter.
To determine maximum trailer weight designed for your vehicle, see
Vehicle loading
earlier in this chapter.
Maximum trailer weight is shown. The combined weight of the
completed towing vehicle (including hitch, passengers and cargo) and
the loaded trailer must not exceed the Gross Combined Weight Rating
(GCWR).
The Ranger is capable of pulling the maximum trailer weight(s) as
specified above. Certain states require electric trailer brakes for trailers
over a specified weight. The Ranger vehicle electrical system is not
equipped to accommodate electric trailer brakes.
4x2 w/automatic transmission
Engine
Rear axle
ratio
Maximum
GCWR - lb.
(kg)
Maximum
trailer
weight - lb.
(kg)
Maximum
frontal area
of trailer -
ft
2
(m
2
)
Regular Cab w/6’ box
2.3L
All
5500 (2495)
2240 (1016)
Equal to
frontal area
of vehicle
3.0L*
All
6000 (2722)
2600 (1179)
50 (4.64)
3.0L*
Edge
All
6000 (2722)
2420 (1098)
50 (4.64)
Regular Cab w/7’ box
2.3L
All
5500 (2495)
2180 (989)
Equal to
frontal area
of vehicle
2007 Ranger
(ran)
Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt)
USA
(fus)
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