Parts Needed to Flat Tow a 2026 Ford Ranger 4x4 XLT

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Please let me know what I need for a 2026 Ford Ranger, Crew Cab, 4x4 XLT pick-up truck.

asked by: Brian B

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Hi Brian,

To flat tow your 2026 Ford Ranger XLT with your Blue Ox Avail Tow Bar, you'll need:

- Blue Ox Base Plate Kit w/Removable Arms part # BLU77ER, this will require some minor drilling, and the tow hooks must be removed and remain off the vehicle after the plates are installed.

-Roadmaster Smart Diode Kit for Variable Voltage LED Taillights w/7-way to 6-way Adapter Cord part # RM38FR

-Roadmaster Battery Charge Line Kit for Towed Vehicles part # RM-156-25, maintains the battery in the truck while towing since the battery is providing power to the Blue Ox Patriot Braking system

-Blue Ox Patriot Portable Flat Tow Brake System part # BLU37TR

-12 Volt Outlet Kit, 20 amps # RM-9332, to install 12V to use Blue Ox Patriot braking system

That covers all the main components to flat tow your new Ford Ranger, if you don't already have safety cables you can also add the Blue Ox 7' Safety Cables part # BX88197. Or if you want a protective screen to protect your new truck from rocks and debris flying up and hitting it while towing, I recommend using the Roadmaster Tow Defender Protective Screen for Towed Vehicles part # RM-4750.

Do you have any trips planned yet to take your Ford Ranger out on?

expert reply by: Claire H

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Blue Ox Patriot Installed
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Brian B.

6/17/2026

Thanks Claire. No trips planned yet until the end of July.

Claire H.

6/18/2026

@BrianB You're welcome! I hope your first trip goes well! It gets pretty warm here in MO at the end of July so a lot of us vacation up North to escape the heat and humidity.

Brian B.

6/18/2026

I can't find the quote. Can you email me it again.

Claire H.

6/18/2026

@BrianB We aren't able to provide quotes as prices vary day to day. If you place all the suggested parts in the cart online you can see the estimated shipping dates and the total price with tax.

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