Recommended Parts to Flat Tow a 2021 Ford Ranger
Updated 04/24/2023 | Published 04/20/2023
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Question:
What tow bar and base plates would be sufficient for flat towing a 2021 Ford Ranger Crew Cab?
asked by: Clarke
Expert Reply:
To get your 2021 Ford Ranger setup for flat towing I recommend the following parts:
- Blue Ox Base Plate Kit # BLU77XR
- Roadmaster Nighthawk All Terrain Tow Bar # RM-677 (with safety cables)
- Roadmaster Accessory Kit # RM-9284-2
- Brake Kit # DM26VR (motorhome air brakes) OR # DM86VR (motorhome hydraulic brakes)
- High-Low Adapter (see attached helpful article - bracket height is 17" for Blue Ox base plate kit)
The Blue Ox base plate kit has removeable tabs for a clean look when you aren't towing, and then the tow bar comes with safety cables and part of a wiring kit. The accessory kit gives you the rest of the wiring as well as locks and a storage cover for the tow bar.
When it comes to the brake kits I like these options because they install permanently but out of the way, and they are easy to get connected when you need to flat tow.
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Blue Ox Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms
- Tow Bar Base Plate
- Removable Draw Bars
- Twist Lock Attachment
- Completely Hidden
- Blue Ox
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