UncleWillie
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I am embarrassed to bring this up this question, but after lots of reading on this forum, I figured I'd ask the specifics here. Yes, I know we have to factor in people, gear, tongue weight etc. I also understand this turn into a "could you" vs "should you" type of thing.
TLDR: Can the Ranger handle towing a boat and trailer with a combined gross weight of nearly 6,800 lbs with surge brakes?
Background: I am experienced with towing, using trailer brakes, using surge brakes, dealing with wind, etc. I have been hauling trailers of various size and weight for various purposes since I was 16 (now 37), and most of my work for the last 10 years has involved hauling a work barge long distances for various aquatic surveys. However, most of this towing has been with a 2500 HD Silverado. I traded my old truck for the Ranger because I wasn't hauling heavy trailers anymore. Now I may need to haul this 6,700-lb trailer about 2 times per year.
TLDR: Can the Ranger handle towing a boat and trailer with a combined gross weight of nearly 6,800 lbs with surge brakes?
Background: I am experienced with towing, using trailer brakes, using surge brakes, dealing with wind, etc. I have been hauling trailers of various size and weight for various purposes since I was 16 (now 37), and most of my work for the last 10 years has involved hauling a work barge long distances for various aquatic surveys. However, most of this towing has been with a 2500 HD Silverado. I traded my old truck for the Ranger because I wasn't hauling heavy trailers anymore. Now I may need to haul this 6,700-lb trailer about 2 times per year.
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