1580 lbs maximum towing 6000 lbs make ford model ranger model year 1998. Tow capacity 1998 ford ranger 4x4 30 v 6 4340 lb notes requires 4101 axle ratio requires trailer towing package requires 3731 axle ratio a higher tow rating is listed for pickups that tow fifth wheel trailers . 1998 ford ranger towing capacity at first sight simple but in fact very dangerous and responsible event use 1998 ford ranger towing capacity is better only in extreme cases if there is an opportunity to repair your equipment without resorting to towing then it is better to do so. I have a 1998 ford ranger 4 cylinder what is the towing capacity 1998 ford ranger asked by yrrepp in sanford me on december 31 2012 i have been towing an older pop up camper with it but am thinking of buying a newer model camper 1 reply report answer