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The Ford Ranger is available in either two or four wheel drive along with the tipper truck model. It comes in a variety of cab sizes for both personal and commercial use and newer versions of the vehicle have trailer sway control. For this reason we have different towbars for the Ford Ranger dependant on the model and year your vehicle was made. We offer the fixed flange commercial towbar and Westfalia fixed flange towbar, which are compatible with different models of the Ford Ranger.
Choosing to buy a towbar for your Ford Ranger from Witter allows you to rest assured with peace of mind. Our fitting prices include the towbar, towball, vehicle electrics and fitting at your local centre. To find the right towbar for your Ford Ranger, click through the options and, for your safety, check the towing capacity of your vehicle before towing a load.To be sure that your new towbar is the exact match, click through the options to select the make, model and year your car was made. Don’t forget, if you’re struggling with the wide range of towbars available for your vehicle, read our handy towbar type guide, chat to us online or call one of our qualified support team on 01244 284555.
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All you need to know about towbars for Ford Ranger
Ford first introduced the Ranger into their range in 1999. The Ford Ranger is available as a or PickUp. So you know you are installing the right towbar on your Ford Ranger, we have looked at towing capacity, electrical kits, bumper cuts and more for each variation of Ford Ranger below.
Ford Ranger PickUp(2WD) Towbars
The Ford Ranger PickUp(2WD) was first released in 1999. To determine which variant of Ford Ranger you have, check your vehicle logbook. This will ensure you purchase the correct towbar.
Ford Ranger PickUp(2WD) Nose Weight
PickUp(2WD) models made between 1999 and 2007 have a minimum nose weight of 125 kg and a maximum nose weight of 140 kg, between 2006 and 2012 have a minimum nose weight of 125 kg and a maximum nose weight of 140 kg.
What does nose weight mean?
Nose weight is the force on the towball when a caravan or trailer is attached. Every towbar for every vehicle will have a specific nose weight for that vehicle which can differ between the age of the vehicle and the variation of the model. It is crucial that you don’t exceed the nose weight set on the towbar as this is dangerous and can decrease stability when towing.
Ford Ranger PickUp(2WD) Electric Kits
Electrical kits connect the electrics in your PickUp(2WD) to the electrics on your trailer, bike rack or caravan so your lights are still visible.
Electric kits for Ford Ranger PickUp(2WD)
We would always recommend having a dedicated electrics kit installed, where possible. This syncs with modern computer functions of your PickUp(2WD), like ABS and trailer stability, rather than just basic lighting.
Why is a dedicated kit important? Well, not only does it work with the specific features of your vehicle, but it also protects the warranty of your PickUp(2WD) and works with any enhanced safety features you may have.
Of course, you can choose between a dedicated kit or a universal kit, and we do offer both, but a universal electrical kit can affect your manufacturer warranty and you might also need to install a bypass relay.
Ford Ranger PickUp(2WD) Software Update
We will alert you as to whether your PickUp(2WD) requires a software update when you choose your towbar electrics kit.
Does my vehicle need a software update?
Sometimes your vehicle may need a software update to accommodate your new dedicated electrical kit. This is so all of the latest computer features in your PickUp(2WD) can accurately co-ordinate with your towbar electrics.
Software updates can take place at your local Ford dealership when your vehicle is in for service. Or, this can sometimes be updated at your local garage when you arrange towbar fitting through WebFit.
Ford Ranger PickUp(2WD) Bumper Cuts
PickUp(2WD) models made between 1999 and 2007 will not require a non-visible bumper cut in order to be fitted, between 2006 and 2012 will not require a non-visible bumper cut in order to be fitted.
Does my vehicle need a bumper cut?
Some towbar styles might require a bumper cut in order to be fitted to your vehicle. But, this is improving and newer vehicles are less likely to require a bumper cut due to better towbar designs.
Ford Ranger PickUp(2WD) Towing Capacity
PickUp(2WD) models made between 1999 and 2007 have a towing capacity of 3000 kg to 3000 kg, between 2006 and 2012 have a towing capacity of 3000 kg to 3000 kg.
Be sure to check the EXACT towing capacity of your vehicle before towing on your VIN plate.
What is towing capacity?
Towing capacity is the weight that your PickUp(2WD) is capable of towing safely, but it can vary even across the same model of car. It is important to note that the capacity of the towbar and the towing capacity of the PickUp(2WD) may differ, so you should always go by the specific towing weight of your vehicle, indicated above.
Ford Ranger PickUp(bumper models with Trailer Preparation) Towbars
The Ford Ranger PickUp(bumper models with Trailer Preparation) was first released in 2011. To determine which variant of Ford Ranger you have, check your vehicle logbook. This will ensure you purchase the correct towbar.
Ford Ranger PickUp(bumper models with Trailer Preparation) Nose Weight
PickUp(bumper models with Trailer Preparation) models made between 2011 and 2015 have a minimum nose weight of 225 kg and a maximum nose weight of 225 kg.
What does nose weight mean?
Nose weight is the force on the towball when a caravan or trailer is attached. Every towbar for every vehicle will have a specific nose weight for that vehicle which can differ between the age of the vehicle and the variation of the model. It is crucial that you don’t exceed the nose weight set on the towbar as this is dangerous and can decrease stability when towing.
Ford Ranger PickUp(bumper models with Trailer Preparation) Electric Kits
Electrical kits connect the electrics in your PickUp(bumper models with Trailer Preparation) to the electrics on your trailer, bike rack or caravan so your lights are still visible.
Electric kits for Ford Ranger PickUp(bumper models with Trailer Preparation)
We would always recommend having a dedicated electrics kit installed, where possible. This syncs with modern computer functions of your PickUp(bumper models with Trailer Preparation), like ABS and trailer stability, rather than just basic lighting.
Why is a dedicated kit important? Well, not only does it work with the specific features of your vehicle, but it also protects the warranty of your PickUp(bumper models with Trailer Preparation) and works with any enhanced safety features you may have.
Of course, you can choose between a dedicated kit or a universal kit, and we do offer both, but a universal electrical kit can affect your manufacturer warranty and you might also need to install a bypass relay.
Ford Ranger PickUp(bumper models with Trailer Preparation) Software Update
We will alert you as to whether your PickUp(bumper models with Trailer Preparation) requires a software update when you choose your towbar electrics kit.
Does my vehicle need a software update?
Sometimes your vehicle may need a software update to accommodate your new dedicated electrical kit. This is so all of the latest computer features in your PickUp(bumper models with Trailer Preparation) can accurately co-ordinate with your towbar electrics.
Software updates can take place at your local Ford dealership when your vehicle is in for service. Or, this can sometimes be updated at your local garage when you arrange towbar fitting through WebFit.
Ford Ranger PickUp(bumper models with Trailer Preparation) Bumper Cuts
PickUp(bumper models with Trailer Preparation) models made between 2011 and 2015 will not require a non-visible bumper cut in order to be fitted.
Does my vehicle need a bumper cut?
Some towbar styles might require a bumper cut in order to be fitted to your vehicle. But, this is improving and newer vehicles are less likely to require a bumper cut due to better towbar designs.
Ford Ranger PickUp(bumper models with Trailer Preparation) Towing Capacity
PickUp(bumper models with Trailer Preparation) models made between 2011 and 2015 have a towing capacity of 3350 kg to 3350 kg.
Be sure to check the EXACT towing capacity of your vehicle before towing on your VIN plate.
What is towing capacity?
Towing capacity is the weight that your PickUp(bumper models with Trailer Preparation) is capable of towing safely, but it can vary even across the same model of car. It is important to note that the capacity of the towbar and the towing capacity of the PickUp(bumper models with Trailer Preparation) may differ, so you should always go by the specific towing weight of your vehicle, indicated above.
Ford Ranger PickUp(Bumper models) Towbars
The Ford Ranger PickUp(Bumper models) was first released in 2016. To determine which variant of Ford Ranger you have, check your vehicle logbook. This will ensure you purchase the correct towbar.
Ford Ranger PickUp(Bumper models) Nose Weight
PickUp(Bumper models) models made vehicles made after 2016 have a minimum nose weight of 225 kg and a maximum nose weight of 225 kg.
What does nose weight mean?
Nose weight is the force on the towball when a caravan or trailer is attached. Every towbar for every vehicle will have a specific nose weight for that vehicle which can differ between the age of the vehicle and the variation of the model. It is crucial that you don’t exceed the nose weight set on the towbar as this is dangerous and can decrease stability when towing.
Ford Ranger PickUp(Bumper models) Electric Kits
Electrical kits connect the electrics in your PickUp(Bumper models) to the electrics on your trailer, bike rack or caravan so your lights are still visible.
Electric kits for Ford Ranger PickUp(Bumper models)
We would always recommend having a dedicated electrics kit installed, where possible. This syncs with modern computer functions of your PickUp(Bumper models), like ABS and trailer stability, rather than just basic lighting.
Why is a dedicated kit important? Well, not only does it work with the specific features of your vehicle, but it also protects the warranty of your PickUp(Bumper models) and works with any enhanced safety features you may have.
Of course, you can choose between a dedicated kit or a universal kit, and we do offer both, but a universal electrical kit can affect your manufacturer warranty and you might also need to install a bypass relay.
Ford Ranger PickUp(Bumper models) Software Update
We will alert you as to whether your PickUp(Bumper models) requires a software update when you choose your towbar electrics kit.
Does my vehicle need a software update?
Sometimes your vehicle may need a software update to accommodate your new dedicated electrical kit. This is so all of the latest computer features in your PickUp(Bumper models) can accurately co-ordinate with your towbar electrics.
Software updates can take place at your local Ford dealership when your vehicle is in for service. Or, this can sometimes be updated at your local garage when you arrange towbar fitting through WebFit.
Ford Ranger PickUp(Bumper models) Bumper Cuts
PickUp(Bumper models) models made vehicles made after 2016 will not require a non-visible bumper cut in order to be fitted.
Does my vehicle need a bumper cut?
Some towbar styles might require a bumper cut in order to be fitted to your vehicle. But, this is improving and newer vehicles are less likely to require a bumper cut due to better towbar designs.
Ford Ranger PickUp(Bumper models) Towing Capacity
PickUp(Bumper models) models made vehicles made after 2016 have a towing capacity of 3350 kg to 3350 kg.
Be sure to check the EXACT towing capacity of your vehicle before towing on your VIN plate.
What is towing capacity?
Towing capacity is the weight that your PickUp(Bumper models) is capable of towing safely, but it can vary even across the same model of car. It is important to note that the capacity of the towbar and the towing capacity of the PickUp(Bumper models) may differ, so you should always go by the specific towing weight of your vehicle, indicated above.
To find specific details for your Ford Ranger, select your vehicle below.