2026 Ford Ranger towing capacity
Updated 2026-09-25 · Source: Ford 2026 RV & Trailer Towing Guide (v1), Ranger page 27
The 2026 Ford Ranger tows up to 7,500 lb when properly equipped. For this model year, ratings range from 5,510 lb to 7,500 lb by trim, cab, engine and tow package.Ford does not publish payload in this document; check the placard on the driver's door pillar.
- Max towing
- 7,500lb
- Max payload
- n/a
- GVWR
- n/a
- Curb weight
- n/a
Towing capacity by configuration
Bars are the manufacturer's rating for each published configuration; the darkest bar is the maximum.
| Configuration | Engine | Towing | Payload | GVWR | GCWR | Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SuperCrew · 4x2 | 2.3L EcoBoost I4 | 7,500 | n/a | n/a | 12,370 | 3.73 axle, Trailer Tow Package (53R) |
| SuperCrew · 4x4 | 2.3L EcoBoost I4 | 7,500 | n/a | n/a | 12,590 | 3.73 axle, Trailer Tow Package (53R) |
| SuperCrew · 4x4 | 2.7L EcoBoost V6 | 7,500 | n/a | n/a | 12,745 | 3.73 axle, Trailer Tow Package (53R) |
| Raptor · SuperCrew · 4x4 Auto | 3.0L EcoBoost V6 | 5,510 | n/a | n/a | 11,465 | 4.27 axle, trailer tow equipment standard on Raptor |
Check a trailer against this Ranger
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What changed from 2025
Ford's 2026 figures match 2025 for every configuration listed: 4 ratings, topping out at 7,500 lb. 2025 Ford Ranger towing capacity.
How to read these numbers
Towing capacity assumes a lightly loaded truck. Passengers, cargo and the trailer's tongue weight all count against payload, which usually runs out first.
Full explanations: GVWR vs GCWR vs payload and how tongue weight eats payload.
Source: Ford 2026 RV & Trailer Towing Guide (v1), Ranger page 27. Confirm your vehicle's ratings on the certification label in the driver's door jamb.
Frequently asked questions
How much can a 2026 Ford Ranger tow?
Up to 7,500 lb when properly equipped. The lowest-rated configuration listed (Raptor, SuperCrew, 3.0L EcoBoost V6, 4x4 Auto) is rated at 5,510 lb, and the highest (SuperCrew, 2.3L EcoBoost I4, 4x2) at 7,500 lb.
What is the payload capacity of a 2026 Ford Ranger?
Ford does not publish payload in the document we used; the figure for your exact truck is on the tire and loading placard on the driver's door pillar. Payload includes passengers, cargo and the trailer's tongue weight, so it is usually the limit you reach first. Ford does not publish a GVWR for this model, so use the certification label in the driver's door jamb.
Does the 2026 Ford Ranger need a tow package to reach its maximum rating?
The 7,500 lb maximum requires the Trailer Tow Package (53R) and applies to the 2.3L EcoBoost I4 (4x2 or 4x4) and the 2.7L EcoBoost V6 4x4, all SuperCrew with the 3.73 axle; Raptor with the 3.0L EcoBoost V6 is rated 5,510 lb. Configurations without the package carry a lower rating; see the note column in the table above.
Can a 2026 Ford Ranger tow a travel trailer?
A configuration rated at 7,500 lb can handle a trailer with a loaded weight of roughly 6,000 lb while keeping a 20% safety margin, provided passengers, cargo and tongue weight stay within the payload on your door-pillar placard. Run your exact numbers in the towing calculator.