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The Ford Ranger can certainly hold its own as a midsize pickup, offering an impressive Ford Ranger towing capacity along with advanced technologies to help you get the most out of your driving and hauling experience. If you want an affordable new pickup that's both easy to maneuver and powerful enough to bring work or adventure gear, the 2026 Ford Ranger has you covered!
Let's look at what makes the stellar 2026 Ford Ranger towing capacity possible, including its features and towing equipment. Then, visit us at Bell Ford to take this pickup out for a test drive.
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| Maximum Towing (With Trailer Tow Package) |
Maximum Payload | Maximum Tongue Weight | Horsepower | Torque | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.3L EcoBoost I-4 | 7,500 lbs1 | 1,767 lbs2 | 750 lbs | 270 | 310 lb-ft |
| 2.3L EcoBoost I-4 | 7,500 lbs1 | 1,763 lbs2 | 750 lbs | 270 | 310 lb-ft |
| 2.7L EcoBoost V-6 | 7,500 lbs1 | 1,513 lbs2 | 750 lbs | 315 | 400 lb-ft |
| 3.0L EcoBoost V-6 | 5,510 lbs1 | 1,373 lbs2 | 550 lbs | 405 | 430 lb-ft |
The Ford Ranger truck has many factors that create a confident towing experience: a strong steel frame, a turbocharged engine, and advanced towing technology. The standard powertrain is a 2.3-liter EcoBoost engine, and this is the exact setup you need to achieve the maximum tow rating of 7,500 pounds when properly equipped. You can also tow this amount with the 2.7-liter engine,1 which we'll cover below.
The standard engine can also support your truck to carry some serious payload: up to 1,767 pounds!2 Keep reading to discover the Ranger configuration required to hit this peak trailering and payload performance.
The standard 2.3-liter engine ensures there's no shortage of strength under the hood. It makes 270 horsepower and 310 pound-feet of torque. Two-wheel drive is standard, but you can also opt for a 4x4 variant to take advantage of maximum traction with evenly distributed power across all four wheels.
There are two other EcoBoost engine options: A 2.7-liter V-6 is the first, and it's optional starting on the XLT trim. As we mentioned above, this engine can also tow up to 7,500 pounds when equipped, but it produces 315 horsepower and 400 pound-feet of torque, more than the base engine.
Performance enthusiasts who opt for the Ranger Raptor will enjoy a 3.0-liter V-6 engine that delivers a hefty 405 horsepower and 430 pound-feet of torque. While it offers better output, this engine has a slightly lower maximum towing capacity at 5,510 pounds.1
To get the maximum capability out of your Ford Ranger pickup, you'll first need a Class IV hitch and a 4-/7-pin connector. Beyond this hardware, the Ford Ranger has towing technologies and software that make the job easier.
Available towing technology also makes it much easier to handle and maneuver your vehicle and your equipment or trailer in the back. Here are some of the perks you'll find across the trim levels:
In order to take advantage of the maximum Ford Ranger towing capacity, you'll need the available Trailer Tow Package. The standard Trailer Tow Package includes a 4-/7-pin connector and Class IV hitch receiver. Other packages bring more add-ons, including a Trailer Brake Controller, Pro Trailer Backup Assist, Rear Parking Sensors with Trailer Guidance, and a 360-Degree View Camera.
All Ford Ranger models come standard with Tow/Haul Mode, front tow hooks for 4x4 models, Trailer Sway Control, and six pickup box tie-downs.
The maximum towing capacity of Ford Ranger trucks depends on the drivetrain, cab style, and GCWR, which stands for Gross Combined Weight Rating. The Ranger has a maximum GCWR of 12,745 pounds.3
The 2026 Ford Ranger can tow up to 7,500 pounds1 across all trim levels except for the Ranger Raptor, which can tow up to 5,510 pounds.1 In exchange for some towing capacity, the Raptor variant adds massive off-road features and stunning horsepower.
Full details on the towing capabilities of any new Ford Ranger pickup can be gathered by contacting our Ford dealership in Phoenix, AZ. The Bell Ford sales team is happy to help you select what best suits your towing goals.
If you want excellent towing specs in a smaller and more agile package than the full-size F-150, the Ford Ranger is the ideal pickup for the job. With its maximum tow rating of up to 7,500 pounds,1 this midsize truck can certainly be an attractive alternative for bringing a midsize camper, a fishing boat, or a utility trailer along for a weekend at the lake.
If you're ready to upgrade, schedule a test drive of the new Ford Ranger at Bell Ford today. Ask our Ford sales associates about the various in-stock and in-transit Ranger trucks for sale at our dealership, as well as any accessories or packages available. Our team can set you up with the right Ranger for your lifestyle and goals.
Our Ford Ranger lease deals can help you secure low monthly payments on your favorite trim. However, if you prefer to keep your truck long term, we also offer financing specials.
Contact Bell Ford for more details on the Ford Ranger towing capacity and to inquire about the availability of your preferred trim.
The 2026 Ford Ranger truck lineup can tow up to 7,500 pounds when properly equipped. You can take advantage of this maximum towing capacity with the available Trailer Tow Package and any of the Ford Ranger trim levels, aside from Ranger Raptor. The Raptor can tow up to 5,510 pounds1 and offers more horsepower and torque.
Yes, the Ford Ranger pickup can tow a camper or a trailer, so long as it falls below your truck's maximum towing capacity. When properly equipped, the Ranger can tow up to 7,500 pounds, so you would just need to make sure the GVWR of your trailer or camper is below that range.
Each trim has a slightly different payload rating; however, the maximum Ford Ranger payload capacity reaches up to 1,767 pounds.2 Payload capacity is the total weight you can carry inside the bed and cabin, as well as the tongue weight of the trailer.
1When properly equipped. See dealer for details.
2Maximum payload capabilities are for properly equipped vehicles with required equipment and vary based on vehicle configuration, accessories, and option content. Horsepower, torque, payload and towing are independent attributes and may not be achieved simultaneously.
3GCWR ratings assume vehicles are properly equipped with manufacturer-recommended towing setups. Actual weight capacities may vary.
