Note: Certain states require electric trailer brakes for trailers over a specified weight. Be sure to check state regulations for this specified weight. The maximum trailer weights listed may be limited to this specified weight, as your vehicle’s electrical system may not include the wiring connector needed to use electric trailer brakes.Trailer Hitch IdentificationUsing the illustration that follows, identify the type of trailer hitch on your vehicle. This helps to determine the correct towing capacity.


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Towing CapacitiesIf your vehicle has a light duty trailer hitch, the maximum towing capacity is 1,588 kg. If your vehicle has a heavy duty trailer hitch, use the chart that follows to find your towing capacity.
Towing Capacity
Towing capacity is 750 kg to 3,400 kg.

Trailer Nose Weight Capacity
Variant | Minimum Nose Weight | Maximum Nose Weight |
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Light Duty Trailer Hitch | 10% of the towed weight | 159 kg |
Heavy Duty Trailer Hitch | 10% of the towed weight | 340 kg |
2021 Ford Ranger Owners Manual