Our current version Ranger fitted with the 3.0 diesel is rated to tow 1800kg or 3960lbs. The engine makes good tq, abt 280ftlbs at 1800rpm. However i think the truck is capable of possibly 6000lbs. Think the rating is because in SA we may not tow more than the kerb weight of the truck. Payload is great offcourse, about 2200 to 2800lbs.