2002 Ford Ranger Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 183
2002 Ford Ranger Manual
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Driving Engine Rear axle ratio 4x2 w/manual transmission Maximum Maximum GCWR - kg trailer (lbs.) weight - kg (lbs.) SuperCab All 2177 (4800) 671 (1480) Maximum frontal area of trailer m2 (ft2) Equal to frontal area of vehicle 4.64 (50) 2.3L 3.0L All 2722 (6000) 1125 (2480) (non-torsion bar suspension) 3.0L All 2722 (6000) 1052 (2320) 4.64 (50) (torsion bar suspension) 4.0L All 3175 (7000) 1542 (3400) 4.64 (50) (non-torsion bar suspension) 4.0L All 3175 (7000) 1479 (3260) 4.64 (50) (torsion bar suspension) For high altitude operation, reduce GCW by 2% per 300 meters (1000 ft.) elevation. For definition of terms used in this table see Vehicle Loading earlier in this chapter. To determine maximum trailer weight designed for your particular vehicle, see Calculating the load your vehicle can carry/tow 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). 183