1992 Ford Ranger 4 x 4 towing capacity
The 1992 Ford Ranger 4 x 4 is published in 3 configurations, with tow ratings ranging from 1,200 to 5,800 lb depending on cab, bed, drivetrain, and hitch class. The peak figure (5,800 lb) sits in mid-size SUV / pickup territory.
The table below lists every trim of the 1992 Ford Ranger 4 x 4 with the engine, drivetrain, axle ratio, horsepower, torque, GVWR, curb weight, and payload that go with that trim's headline tow rating. Manufacturers often publish more than one tow figure per truck — a conventional bumper-hitch rating, a weight-distributing rating, and a gooseneck or fifth-wheel rating — so the highest number here is the maximum across all hitch classes the source carries for the trim.
Per-trim breakdown
| Configuration | Engine | HP | Torque | Axle | Tow (lb) | GVWR | Curb | Payload |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.3 I-4 | 2.3 I-4 | — | — | — | 1,200 | — | — | — |
| 2.9 V-6 | 2.9 V-6 | — | — | — | 4,300 | — | — | — |
| 4.0 V-6 | 4.0 V-6 | — | — | — | 5,800 | — | — | — |
How to interpret the headline tow figure
Tow ratings at this level are normally achievable with a conventional Class II or Class III receiver hitch. Always verify your vehicle has the manufacturer's tow package installed if you intend to tow at the upper end of the rating, and inspect the door-jamb sticker for the actual maximum permitted on your specific configuration.
How this year compares to 1991
The 1991 Ford Ranger 4 x 4 carried a maximum tow rating of 5,900 lb. The 1992 model is rated 100 lb lower — sometimes a real spec change, sometimes a re-test under a stricter standard like SAE J2807. See the 1991 Ford Ranger 4 x 4 page for the full per-trim breakdown of the prior year.
Other 1992 Ford models
The rest of Ford's 1992 lineup, ranked by maximum tow rating. Click through for the per-trim breakdown of any of these.
| Model | Max tow (lb) |
|---|---|
| 1992 Ford F-Super Duty | 12,250 |
| 1992 Ford Econoline E350 Cargo | 10,000 |
| 1992 Ford F250 Regular CAB | 10,000 |
| 1992 Ford F250 Super CAB | 10,000 |
| 1992 Ford F350 Crew CAB | 10,000 |
| 1992 Ford F350 Regular CAB | 10,000 |
Notes
- Requires 4.10:1 axle ratio, automatic transmission, Super Engine Cooling, weight-distributing hitch over 2000 lbs. Maximum tow limit with manual transmission is 1500 lbs. with any axle ratio.
- Requires 4.10:1 axle ratio, automatic transmission, Super Engine Cooling, Payload Package #2, weight-distributing hitch over 2000 lbs. Maximum tow limit with manual transmission is 2400 lbs. (SuperCab tow limit is 4100 lbs. with automatic transmission and 2100 lbs. with manual transmission.)
- Requires 3.73:1 axle ratio, automatic transmission, Super Engine Cooling, Payload Package #2, weight-distributing hitch over 2000 lbs. Maximum tow limit with manual transmission is 3300 lbs. (SuperCab tow limit is 5500 lbs. with automatic transmission and 3100 lbs. with manual transmission.) Frontal area not to exceed 50 sq. ft.
All figures sourced from manufacturer documentation. See our methodology for how the dataset is compiled. Always confirm against your vehicle's door-jamb sticker before towing.