2026 Ford Ranger Super Duty spied, will tow almost 10000 pounds

The Ford Ranger will soon be able to compete with the big players, as the Blue Oval is developing a heavy-duty version of the popular midsize pickup truck.

 

The new truck is due in 2026 and will adopt the same Super Duty designation used by heavy-duty F-Series trucks.

 

A prototype for a Double Cab version was spotted testing near Ford's U.S. headquarters last fall, and now new prototypes for a Single Cab version has been spotted. The spy shots reveal details like flared wheel arches, raised suspension, a snorkel, and General Grabber All-Terrain tires mounted on rugged steel wheels. There's also no missing the industrial-style bed fitted to the prototype.

 

Specifications confirmed by Ford include a maximum towing capacity of 9,920 pounds. That compares to the standard Ranger whose towing capacity tops out at 7,500 pounds. The truck will also have a gross vehicle weight rating of 9,920 pounds.

 

Ford said the truck is aimed at commercial buyers looking for enhanced towing and off-road capability, such as companies operating in the emergency, farming, forestry, mining, and utilities industries.