1996 Ford Ranger Towing Products

Whatever your task at hand — whether it’s launching that boat before daybreak, setting up your camper before the rush or getting a final load to the dump before close — CURT class 3 trailer hitches offer the strength needed for serious towing. They make it easy to hitch up and Bring It, offering a vehicle-specific fit and the weight capacity to handle a variety of trailers. Custom class 3 hitches are the most common type of receiver hitch for pickup trucks and SUVs. Because of their weight range, they are also found on full-size cars, crossovers and minivans. Each custom-fit class 3 hitch package is made for vehicle-specific mounting. This particular kit fits certain years of the Mazda B2300, B3000, B4000 and Ford Ranger (see application info to verify vehicle compatibility). It provides a weight carrying capacity of 4,000 lbs. GTW and 400 lbs. TW. It is also compatible with a weight distribution hitch for level towing and a rating of 6,000 lbs. WD and 600 lbs. WDTW. CURT class 3 trailer hitches are typically used to attach and haul utility trailers, boat trailers, campers, snowmobile or ATV haulers and more (NOTE: Never exceed the lowest-rated towing component). Each class 3 hitch has a 2″ receiver tube and is tested in accordance with SAE J684 for safety. To ensure that CURT class 3 receiver hitches have what it takes for serious trailering, they are designed using a hands-on approach and are constructed with rugged, high-strength steel and precise welding. We also protect our class 3 hitches in a co-cured finish of liquid A-coat and black powder coat for superior resistance to rust, chipping and UV damage.

Product Features:

• Rated to 4,000 lbs. gross trailer weight and 400 lbs. tongue weight
• Compatible with weight distribution hitch (6,000 lbs. WD / 600 lbs. WDTW)
• Engineered with a vehicle-specific design for a custom fit
• Tested for safety in accordance with SAE J684
• Precisely welded for superior strength and fit
• Protected by a durable high-gloss black powder coat finish
• Co-cured in a rust-resistant liquid A-coat, inside and out
• Equipped with an open-back receiver for easy cleaning
• Made in USA (may include imported hardware)

If your vehicle is not equipped with wiring for towing a trailer, CURT custom wiring is the ideal solution. A custom wiring harness — also called a T-connector — is a simple, plug-and-play electrical device that plugs into your automotive electric system and provides a standard, universal trailer wiring connection. This is done using two or more vehicle-specific, OEM-compatible connectors to plug into the taillight assembly, eliminating the need for cutting, splicing and soldering during installation. Custom wiring harnesses are made vehicle-specific, and while they are not available for all vehicles, they do offer one of the fastest, easiest and most secure ways to wire a vehicle for towing. This particular plug-in harness provides a 4-way flat connector socket and is designed to be a custom wiring harness to fit certain years of the Ford Ranger and Mazda B2300, B3000 and B4000 (to verify your vehicle compatibility, see application info). It comes with all necessary wiring components to establish a reliable trailer wiring connection, as well as a dust cover to keep the connector clean when not in use. You have a picture in mind of your next destination — maybe it’s the boat landing at your favorite fishing spot, maybe it’s a campsite that overlooks one of nature’s masterpieces, or maybe it’s the next big jobsite. However, turning that picture into a reality takes more than just daydreaming. It takes a solid connection and the right amount of power. CURT custom wiring is made with some of the most sophisticated technology in the industry and is designed to install with ease, giving you a long-lasting electrical connection for your towing hitch setup.

Product Features:

• Plugs into vehicle tail light assembly to provide a 4-way flat socket
• Simple plug-and-play design eliminates the need for cutting or splicing
• 4-way flat output connects tail lights, brake lights and turn signals
• Equipped with tail light converter for vehicle-trailer compatibility
• Constructed with SMT circuitry for better performance and durability
• Dust cover included to keep connector clean when not in use

If your vehicle is not equipped with wiring for towing a trailer, CURT custom wiring is the ideal solution. A custom wiring harness — also called a T-connector — is a simple, plug-and-play electrical device that plugs into your automotive electric system and provides a standard, universal trailer wiring connection. This is done using two or more vehicle-specific, OEM-compatible connectors to plug into the taillight assembly, eliminating the need for cutting, splicing and soldering during installation. Custom wiring harnesses are made vehicle-specific, and while they are not available for all vehicles, they do offer one of the fastest, easiest and most secure ways to wire a vehicle for towing. This particular plug-in harness provides a 4-way flat connector socket and is designed to be a custom wiring harness to fit certain years of the Ford Ranger (to verify your vehicle compatibility, see application info). It comes with all necessary wiring components to establish a reliable trailer wiring connection, as well as a dust cover to keep the connector clean when not in use. You have a picture in mind of your next destination — maybe it’s the boat landing at your favorite fishing spot, maybe it’s a campsite that overlooks one of nature’s masterpieces, or maybe it’s the next big jobsite. However, turning that picture into a reality takes more than just daydreaming. It takes a solid connection and the right amount of power. CURT custom wiring is made with some of the most sophisticated technology in the industry and is designed to install with ease, giving you a long-lasting electrical connection for your towing hitch setup.

Product Features:

• Plugs into vehicle tail light assembly to provide a 4-way flat socket
• Simple plug-and-play design eliminates the need for cutting or splicing
• 4-way flat output connects tail lights, brake lights and turn signals
• Dust cover included to keep connector clean when not in use

Like trailer hitches and ball mounts, electrical connectors range all over the board in shape, size and capability, but no matter what your trailer’s electrical functions are, you need a solid connection to keep the power flowing and ensure safety on the road. CURT electrical connectors are designed and manufactured to give you a reliable connection every time you plug in your trailer. This 7-way OEM USCAR replacement connector is designed to plug into a twist-in OEM vehicle socket and supply power for tail lights, turn signals, electric trailer brakes, a 12-volt battery, reverse lights and brake lights, as well as a ground connection. It features rust-free black plastic construction and comes with a spring-loaded cover to keep out dust and water. This 7-way RV blade connector is a female-end socket, specifically designed for the vehicle side of the connection (see application info to verify fitment with your vehicle).

Product Features:

• Plugs into USCAR socket to provide 7-way RV blade trailer wiring connector
• Twist-in, plug-and-play design eliminates the need for cutting or splicing
• 7-way connects tail, brake, reverse, turn signals, brakes and auxiliary power
• Spring-loaded dust cover keeps connector clean when not in use

Tow more than one trailer? This exact OEM replacement Multi-Tow® design features multiple towing options from one connector by providing sockets for towing both 7 blade and 4 flat trailers. This connector is Plug-In Simple!® with no cutting or splicing, saving you time by utilizing an OEM connector to create an exact fit for easy installation and maximum weatherproofing.

Product Features:

• Multi-Tow® provides multiple towing options from one connector
• Plug-In Simple!® Wiring Kit
• Utilizes OEM connectors create an exact fit and maximum weatherproofing
• Impact and corrosion resistant
• Pre-greased terminals for added protection
• Includes Step-By-Step Instructions

The 46155 Universal Taillight Converter Kit has everything needed to make a vehicle equipped with independent turn signals tow ready. By including splice connectors and a circuit probe tester, this kit includes the extra tools required to complete the project.

Product Features:

• 60 inch length
• Electronic Taillight Converter adapts tow vehicles taillight system to the trailer’s
• Double-molded weatherproof design
• Includes L.E.D. circuit tester, 3 splice connectors, cable ties, dust cover, ground screw, and grease packet
• Includes 4 wire flat extension
• Includes vehicle side 4 flat
• Includes dust cover and grease packet to prevent corrosion
• Includes Dust Cover And Grease Packet To Prevent Corrosion

Don’t splice onto your vehicle’s factory wiring harness. Simply plug in this Hopkins® vehicle wiring kit featuring exact OEM matching connectors for a perfect weather-tight fit. This kit provides a taillight converter that adapts the vehicle’s independent lights to the trailer’s common lights. Required accessories are included to get you towing faster.

Product Features:

• Plug-In Simple!® Wiring Kit
• Utilizes OEM connectors for enhanced fit and weatherproofing
• Includes vehicle side 4 flat
• Corrosion resistant terminals
• Impact and corrosion resistant
• Includes dust cover and grease packet to prevent corrosion
• Includes Step-By-Step Instructions

Many of today’s vehicles do not possess the electrical means for powering the extra voltage requirements of a trailer. Power Taillight Converters units completely isolate the tow vehicle from trailer malfunctions. Power is taken directly from the battery for isolation and brighter trailer tail lights.

Product Features:

• For vehicles equipped with independent bulb turn signals or common bulb systems
• Protects tow vehicle electronics from wiring shorts
• Includes 14 ga. power lead wire, fuse & fuse assembly, splices, and cable ties
• Powers up to 5.0 amps per output
• Receives power directly from the battery
• Includes vehicle side 4 flat
• Includes dust cover and grease packet to prevent corrosion
• Includes Dust Cover And Grease Packet To Prevent Corrosion

A CURT custom wiring connector (sometimes called a T-connector) is a simple, plug-and-play electrical device that eliminates the need for cutting, splicing and soldering when installing vehicle-to-trailer wiring. Most vehicles do not come ready to tow. Unless your vehicle has a towing package, it is probably not equipped with a trailer wiring connector. This is where CURT’s custom wiring connectors come into play. A custom wiring connector uses a single original equipment plug to plug into a special socket provided by your vehicle. Though this option is not available on every vehicle, some automotive manufacturers design their vehicles to be easily equipped for towing by supplying a socket, integrated into the vehicle’s electrical system, to readily accept a custom wiring connector. With a CURT custom wiring connector, there is no need to tap into the taillight assembly because a special socket is already provided. This special custom wiring connector actually provides two connector sockets for a multipurpose option. It plugs into an OEM USCAR connector and offers a 4-way flat and 6-way round connector (see application info to verify fitment with your vehicle). It also comes with a mounting bracket for easy installation. CURT custom wiring connectors are designed to be long-lasting and simple to install. They come with dust covers to keep your connector clean when not in use.

Product Features:

• Plugs into USCAR socket to provide 4-way and 6-way trailer wiring connectors
• Fits USCAR-equipped vehicles with factory tow plugs only
• Simple plug-and-play design eliminates the need for cutting or splicing
• 4-way flat output connects tail lights, brake lights and turn signals
• 6-way round socket adds connection for electric brakes and auxiliary power
• Dust covers included to keep connectors clean when not in use
• Slit loom keeps wires contained and well protected
• Metal bracket securely mounts wiring to the vehicle or trailer hitch

Husky offers a full line of unique hitch models to provide a custom fit for nearly every vehicle on the road today. Husky receiver hitches are engineered and rigorously tested to SAE J684 standards for safety. Each hitch is protected inside and out with an industry-leading, rust-resistant finish.

Product Features:

• Manufactured With A Vehicle-Specific Design For A Custom Fit
• Precisely-Welded For Superior Strength And Fit
• Co-Cured In A Rust-Resistant Liquid Bonderite (R) Coating
• Strengthened With A Welded, Seamless Collar
• Open-Back Receiver For Easy Cleaning

When a custom hitch is not available for your vehicle, CURT offers the multi-fit hitch. Designed to be the ultimate in versatility, CURT universal trailer hitches fit several different vehicle manufacturers, including Chevrolet, Chrysler, Dodge, Ford, GMC, Jeep, Nissan, Oldsmobile, Plymouth, Pontiac and Toyota. The multi-fit hitch is a universally designed alternative to our custom hitches. It provides a more affordable option and flexibility in installation. Very simply, a CURT multi-fit trailer hitch uses a sliding or adjustable frame to match the width of your vehicle’s frame. In general, multi-fit hitches are used on mid-size and full-size pickup trucks and SUVs. This class 2 multi-fit trailer hitch features a gross trailer weight capacity of 3,500 lbs., a tongue weight capacity of 350 lbs. and a 1-1/4″ x 1-1/4″ receiver tube opening, making it an excellent choice for towing smaller utility trailers, boat trailers and popup campers, as well as cargo carriers and bike racks (NOTE: Never exceed the lowest weight capacity of any towing component). It comes with mounting hardware and instructions, and typically requires little or no drilling during installation.

Product Features:

• Features an adjustable frame to fit a variety of vehicles
• Tested for safety in accordance with SAE J684
• Precisely welded for superior strength and fit
• Requires little or no drilling on most models
• Protected by a durable high-gloss black powder coat finish
• Equipped with an open-back receiver for easy cleaning

Whatever your task at hand — whether it’s launching that boat before daybreak, setting up your camper before the rush or getting a final load to the dump before close — CURT class 3 trailer hitches offer the strength needed for serious towing. They make it easy to hitch up and Bring It, offering a vehicle-specific fit and the weight capacity to handle a variety of trailers. Custom class 3 hitches are the most common type of receiver hitch for pickup trucks and SUVs. Because of their weight range, they are also found on full-size cars, crossovers and minivans. Each custom-fit class 3 hitch package is made for vehicle-specific mounting. This particular kit fits certain years of the Mazda B2300, B3000, B4000 and Ford Ranger (see application info to verify vehicle compatibility). It provides a weight carrying capacity of 4,000 lbs. GTW and 400 lbs. TW. It is also compatible with a weight distribution hitch for level towing and a rating of 6,000 lbs. WD and 600 lbs. WDTW. CURT class 3 trailer hitches are typically used to attach and haul utility trailers, boat trailers, campers, snowmobile or ATV haulers and more (NOTE: Never exceed the lowest-rated towing component). Each class 3 hitch has a 2″ receiver tube and is tested in accordance with SAE J684 for safety. To ensure that CURT class 3 receiver hitches have what it takes for serious trailering, they are designed using a hands-on approach and are constructed with rugged, high-strength steel and precise welding. We also protect our class 3 hitches in a co-cured finish of liquid A-coat and black powder coat for superior resistance to rust, chipping and UV damage.

Product Features:

• Rated to 4,000 lbs. gross trailer weight and 400 lbs. tongue weight
• Compatible with weight distribution hitch (6,000 lbs. WD / 600 lbs. WDTW)
• Engineered with a vehicle-specific design for a custom fit
• Tested for safety in accordance with SAE J684
• Precisely welded for superior strength and fit
• Protected by a durable high-gloss black powder coat finish
• Co-cured in a rust-resistant liquid A-coat, inside and out
• Equipped with an open-back receiver for easy cleaning
• Made in USA (may include imported hardware)

A CURT trailer hitch is the key to pursuing your passions, whether you’re taking the family boat out for an afternoon on the water or packing up the mountain bikes for a day on the trails. This CURT class 2 hitch is perfect for towing a small trailer, such as a boat trailer, lightweight camper or utility trailer. It can also be used to mount a hitch cargo carrier or bike rack (never exceed the lowest-rated towing component). Like all CURT custom hitches, this class 2 trailer hitch is made for a vehicle-specific fit. It is engineered to seamlessly integrate with select years of the Ford Ranger, Mazda B2300, B3000 and B4000 (see application info to verify fitment). It is rated for 3,500 pounds gross trailer weight and 350 pounds tongue weight. It is also equipped with 1-1/4″ x 1-1/4″ hitch receiver to accept the included ball mount. The ball mount that comes with this hitch kit has a 3/4″ trailer ball hole and can be positioned in the drop or rise orientation for level towing with your specific trailer (trailer ball not included). Like all CURT custom receiver hitches, this class 2 hitch is designed, manufactured, finished and tested with the utmost care. It is engineered for a precise fit, easy installation, maximum towing strength and an integrated look on the vehicle. It is also tested to SAE J684 protocols for safety. This class 2 trailer hitch is finished with our industry-leading dual-coat process for unparalleled rust, chip and UV resistance. It is descaled for a smooth surface, submersed in liquid A-coat for rust prevention inside and out, covered with a highly durable powder coat, and finally co-cured for a dependable shield against the elements. This class 2 hitch comes with a ball mount, hitch pin and mounting hardware for a complete installation.

Product Features:

• Rated to 3,500 lbs. gross trailer weight and 350 lbs. tongue weight
• Engineered with a vehicle-specific design for a custom fit
• Tested for safety in accordance with SAE J684
• Precisely welded for superior strength and fit
• Protected by a durable high-gloss black powder coat finish
• Co-cured in a rust-resistant liquid A-coat, inside and out
• Equipped with an open-back receiver for easy cleaning
• 1-1/4″ x 1-1/4″ ball mount features a 3/4″ hole to accept a trailer ball shank
• Ball mount can be flipped to provide drop or rise for level towing
• Made in USA (may include imported hardware)

Many of today’s vehicles do not possess the electrical means for powering the extra voltage requirements of a trailer. Power Taillight Converters units completely isolate the tow vehicle from trailer malfunctions. Power is taken directly from the battery

Product Features:

• For Vehicles w/Independent Bulb Turn Signals/Common Bulb System
• Protects Tow Vehicle Electronics And Itself From Wiring Shorts
• Self-Resetting
• Includes 12 Ga. Power Lead Wire
• Includes Fuse/Fuse Assembly/Splices/Cable Ties
• Powers Up To 8.0 Amps Per Output
• Receives Power Directly From The Battery
• Includes Vehicle Side 4 Flat
• Includes Dust Cover And Grease Packet To Prevent Corrosion

Many of today’s tow vehicles are equipped with separate brake lights and turn signals, however, the trailers we tow still use the combined taillight for brake and turn. The 48915 taillight converter is designed to combine the independent vehicle brake light and turn signal and combine them for the common-bulb trailer lights. Includes a built-in 4 flat connector.

Product Features:

• 60 in. Long
• Adapts Tow Vehicles Taillight System To The Trailers
• Powers Up To 2.1 Amps Per Output
• Double-Molded Weatherproof Design; Includes Dust Cover
• Corrosion Resistant Terminals
• Includes Splices And Terminal Grease
• Complete With Splices And Circuit Tester

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