2k towing, why?

[Drew304]

I’ve been wondering this to myself lately, what stops the LOBO from towing more? It has the transmission cooler, you would think the brakes would be better than the regular mavericks. Maybe the transmission is what stops them from saying yes we think this can safely tow 4k? Not sure what do you all think?

Sorry if it’s been discussed before

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[DinoLord]

Lack of 2nd gear?

 

[Pknopp]

From the little I've seen it likely has a lot to do with the transmission. It's likely that the truck would tow fine BUT Ford has to warranty that.

 

[Blue_Max]

The lowered suspension can't help.

 

[Hot Runr Guy]

Lack of 2nd gear?

FWIW, ever since I put a ScanGauge3 on my '24 Tremor, it has NEVER indicated 2nd gear. The ratios of 2nd and 3rd are so close it's just programmed to skip it, but they only mention that on the Lobo.

HRG

 

[icegradner]

I’ve been wondering this to myself lately, what stops the LOBO from towing more? It has the transmission cooler, you would think the brakes would be better than the regular mavericks. Maybe the transmission is what stops them from saying yes we think this can safely tow 4k? Not sure what do you all think?

Sorry if it’s been discussed before

Suspension, lower payload, gear ratio, more…? Put a max weight trailer on a Lobo and it might bottom out without aftermarket parts.

 

[Hunters Edge]

Both the lobo and the tremor have the same advanced AWD system/hardware. The RDU has everything to do with not being able to tow more than 2000. Even other models Ford sells that offer the lockers will not tow over 2000lbs. Probably something to do with the clutches but not sure, just in that configuration I have yet seen Ford offer 4000lb towing on any model.

The Bronco sport comes to mind. Especially when many said the front end change to allow a better approach angle on the Maverick didn't allow the transmission cooler, was the reason. Yet the Broco sport had the transmission cooler but with the Advanced AWD system still only allowed 2000lb towing.

 

[Drew304]

The 2025 Bronco with the same rear end tows 2700 I believe, I think it’s because it’s lowered but have never seen a real explanation.

 

[NIKwithoutaC]

Both the lobo and the tremor have the same advanced AWD system/hardware. The RDU has everything to do with not being able to tow more than 2000. Even other models Ford sells that offer the lockers will not tow over 2000lbs. Probably something to do with the clutches but not sure, just in that configuration I have yet seen Ford offer 4000lb towing on any model.

The Bronco sport comes to mind. Especially when many said the front end change to allow a better approach angle on the Maverick didn't allow the transmission cooler, was the reason. Yet the Broco sport had the transmission cooler but with the Advanced AWD system still only allowed 2000lb towing.

This isn't true, at least not for the 2025+ models. The Bronco Sport with the Badlands package, which includes the dual clutch rear axle, has the highest tow rating available for that vehicle at 2700 lbs.

Lots of things go into the trailer weight rating. It could be as simple as Ford didn't find that the shock valving on the Lobo and Tremor were acceptable with a 4000 lb trailer. People have been speculating that the dual clutch rear axle is somehow inferior for towing, but there isn't any evidence for that.

 

[Lone Ridr]

Only the Lobo and Tremor have a liquid-cooled Power Transfer Unit (PTU) to prevent overheating. Consequently, these two vehicles have the RDU clutch packs that don't have liquid cooling. It would seem that the PTU is the reason for 2K tow, not the RDU??

 

[ice445]

FWIW, ever since I put a ScanGauge3 on my '24 Tremor, it has NEVER indicated 2nd gear. The ratios of 2nd and 3rd are so close it's just programmed to skip it, but they only mention that on the Lobo.

HRG

I’ve noticed this too, I wonder if you can force it via heavy throttle at the perfect moment but probably not, lol.

Supposedly the twin clutch RDU is the actual reason Lobo and Tremor got the lower towing rating but nobody but Ford knows for sure. I don’t see why that would be responsible given it can just be operated like the stock one if the ecu wants. Could be related to spring rates, there may be a specific requirement for stability in some circumstances. Safety is a big factor to these ratings and there’s less margin than with a BOF truck I’m sure.

 

[Howard]

4K can likely be safely towed with any Maverick, but certain tests must be passed to advertise it.
To achieve a 2K or 4K tow rating, there is a series of tests prescribed by SAE J2807 (google it if you want all the details). This includes being able to climb the Davis Dam Road in AZ that is 11 miles of 6% grade, done at 100 degrees. The Maverick has passed these tests to achieve the advertised ratings and Ford will warranty the vehicle doing this for 100,000 miles if you purchase the extended warranty.

You can see the testing that is done at , using bigger pickups and trailers, but the Maverick and appropriate trailer undergoes the same test.

 

[commadorebob]

4K can likely be safely towed with any Maverick, but certain tests must be passed to advertise it.
To achieve a 2K or 4K tow rating, there is a series of tests prescribed by SAE J2807 (google it if you want all the details). This includes being able to climb the Davis Dam Road in AZ that is 11 miles of 6% grade, done at 100 degrees. The Maverick has passed these tests to achieve the advertised ratings and Ford will warranty the vehicle doing this for 100,000 miles if you purchase the extended warranty.

You can see the testing that is done at , using bigger pickups and trailers, but the Maverick and appropriate trailer undergoes the same test.

This is fascinating. Never knew it was an official standard. I always figured it was what the engineers calculated with a bit of a buffer.

 

[Nw_adventure]

Rear Locker-

 

[JLB]

The 4K package has the electric trailer brake controller. Physics of 4K truck towing a 4K trailer without brakes is that your stopping distance doubles because only half of the gross weight has braking rubber on the road. Trailer brakes solves that problem. The engine, transmission, RDU, etc. are plenty strong enough. It's about safety and control.

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