A truck that can tow up to 4,500 kg 1 and still greet you with leather-accented 2 heated and ventilated seats and 18-inch alloys. That's the tension the Ranger Super Duty XLT Pickup 3 resolves: heavy-duty capability with a bit of luxury.
Here's everything you need to know.
What is the Ranger Super Duty XLT Double Cab Pickup 3?
It's the most versatile variant in the Ranger Super Duty lineup. It combines Ranger Super Duty's heavy-duty underpinnings and 4,500 kg towing capacity 1 with a factory-fitted tub and XLT-level comfort designed for long-distance touring.
Think of it as capability without compromise: the hauling and towing credentials of a serious work truck with the refinement to drive across the country and arrive feeling good.
That idea, that heavy-duty doesn't have to mean hard living, runs through every decision in this vehicle.
What are the key specs?
- GVM ⁴: 4,500 kg
- GCM 8,000 kg
- Towing capacity 1 4,500 kg
- Power: 154 kW at 3,250 rpm
- Torque: 600 Nm at 1,750 rpm
- Track width: 1,710 mm
- Wading depth ⁵: 850 mm
What does the XLT trim add over the standard Pickup?
The XLT 3 is purpose-built for customers who tour as hard as they work. Over the standard Ranger Super Duty Pickup, 3 it adds:
- 'Super Duty' branded 18-inch, 8-stud alloy wheels
- Leather-accented 2 heated and ventilated front seats with driver seat memory functionality
- Leather-accented 2 rear seats
- Carpet flooring
- Front all-weather floor mats
Does it still have full Super Duty capability?
Yes. Nothing is sacrificed for comfort. The XLT Pickup ² retains:
- The same 4,500 kg braked towing capacity 1 as every Super Duty variant
- The widened 1,710 mm track width for towing and load-carrying stability
- 850 mm wading depth ⁵ for serious off-road conditions
Heavy-duty chassis and drivetrain components
The factory-fitted tub adds the flexibility to carry loads, fit canopies or load up for weekends away – something the cab-chassis variants can't do without aftermarket work.
That's the point: you don't choose between the work truck and the touring truck. This is both.
What are the key exterior design features of the 2026 Ranger Super Duty Pickup 3?
The reinforced tub is the headline. The steel in the floor has been up gauged over the regular Ranger and sits on six cross members (up from four) meaning you can load it harder and trust it longer.
Visually, the tub continues the rest of Ranger Super Duty's broad, strong styling with large, squared-off over-fenders unique to Ranger Super Duty. It matches Ranger's tub dimensions but is built to take more punishment, with common top rails so all your Ranger tub accessories are compatible. Unlike the cab-chassis variant, the XLT Pickup 3 gets the same box step as Ranger to make getting into the load box easier, a small detail you'll appreciate every time you're loading gear at 5 a.m. in the dark.
What are the key interior changes?
After hours behind the wheel towing through heat, dust or rain, the cabin is where capability without compromise shows up most. The leather-accented¹ heated and ventilated front seats respond to whatever the climate throws at you – ventilated when you've been loading in 40-degree heat, heated on cold pre-dawn starts. Rear passengers get the same leather-accented 3 finish.
Underfoot, carpet flooring replaces vinyl trim, while front all-weather floor mats handle the boots-and-mud reality of where this truck can go. It's a cabin that acknowledges you might be towing 4,500kg 1 to a campsite one day and driving to a meeting the next and doesn't make you choose between the two.
What towing features does Ranger Super Duty XLT Pickup 3 get?
This is where Super Duty earns its name. The towing system isn't just about the maximum braked 4,500 kg capacity 1 it's the technology built around it to make heavy towing less demanding on the driver.
- 4.5T compatible tow bar and hitch (excluding tow ball) 1
- Integrated Trailer Brake Controller 6 manage trailer brakes directly from the cabin without aftermarket wiring
- Pro Trailer Backup AssistTM6 uses a knob on the dash to steer the trailer in reverse, taking the guesswork out of reversing with heavy loads
- Onboard Scales 7 estimates payload in real time so you know exactly how much you're carrying before you hit the road
- Smart Hitch 7 estimates tow ball weight to help you distribute load correctly between vehicle and trailer
- Tow/Haul Mode adjusts throttle response and shift patterns for towing conditions (one of seven selectable drive modes) ²
- Trailer Connection Alarm 8 monitors electrical loads via the trailer wiring system whenever the vehicle is locked and triggers the vehicle's alarm if there's a disconnection. It also sends a notification to the owner's smartphone via the Ford app
- 130L long-range fuel tank extends range between stops when towing or driving over long distances
Combined with the 8,000 kg GCM 4 and widened 1,710 mm track for towing stability, the system is designed to let you tow at capacity with confidence. Work out what your Ranger Super Duty can carry and tow with our Payload and Towing Calculator.
What technology does Ranger Super Duty XLT Pickup 3 get?
The cabin is built around a 12-inch multi-function touchscreen running SYNC® with voice-activated controls. 9 It's the same system found across the latest Ranger lineup – proven, responsive and familiar to Ford owners.
Standard technology includes 3:
- Wireless Apple CarPlayTM and Android AutoTM 10
- Built-in satellite navigation Ford App ¹¹ connectivity
- Wireless charging pad
- DAB+/AM/FM radio
- Embedded modem for connected services
- 8-inch colour digital instrument cluster with configurable display
- Zone lighting to illuminate four different areas (on double cab pick-up) around the vehicle at night
- Auxiliary switch bank (six switches) which are pre-wired for easy installation of accessories like spotlights, compressors or fridges
For a vehicle designed to go remote, the long-range fuel tank and embedded modem mean you stay connected and keep moving even when the nearest town is hours away.
What advanced driver-assist ¹² features does Ranger Super Duty XLT Pickup 3 get?
Whether you're reversing a trailer into a tight campsite or navigating a rock-strewn track, the driver-assist suite is calibrated to reduce workload not replace judgment.
Advanced driver-assist systems 3,12:
- Intelligent Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop & Go maintains speed and following distance, including in heavy traffic 12
- Traffic Sign Recognition displays speed limits on the instrument cluster
- Lane Centring helps keep the vehicle positioned in its lane on highways 12
- Blind Spot Monitoring with Cross Traffic Alert and Trailer Coverage 6,12 extends monitoring to cover a connected trailer
- Pre-Collision Assist with Autonomous Emergency Braking (AEB) helps detect potential collisions and can apply brakes automatically 12
- Reverse Brake Assist helps prevent reversing into obstacles 12
- 360-degree camera provides a bird's-eye view for parking and tight manoeuvres 12
Off-road assist 3,13:
- Off-Road Screen with Trail Control (including Hill Descent Control) and Trail Turn Assist 13
- Seven selectable drive modes 14: Normal, Eco, Tow/Haul, Slippery, Mud/Ruts, Sand, Rock Crawl
- Electronic locking front and rear differential for maximum traction in low-grip conditions 14
- Diesel Particulate Filter Regeneration Control lets you manage DPF regen timing when off-road or in confined spaces
Ranger Super Duty XLT Pickup
1 Maximum towing capacity braked using Genuine Ford tow equipment. Does not include tow ball — available at additional cost. Subject to state and territory regulations. To comply with these limits, any load transported by the vehicle may need to be restricted to not exceed the GCM and GVM limits.
2 Leather accented refers to seats with a combination of real and artificial leather.
3 Not all vehicles or features will be available in all countries. Actual vehicle variants and specifications for each country will be confirmed prior to launch in that country.
4 Gross Vehicle Mass is the maximum allowable weight of a vehicle including any load transported by the vehicle, including tow ball down weight of a trailer but excluding the weight of a trailer itself. GCM is the maximum allowable weight of the vehicle and its trailer. Subject to state and territory regulations. Stated vehicle weights are approximate and subject to individual variances. Vehicles should be weighed before and after adding any load to ensure the maximum GVM, GCM and Gross Axle Weight Ratings are not exceeded.
5 Maximum water wading 850 mm maintaining steady speed of 7 km/h or less. Always consult the Owner's Manual before off-road driving, know your terrain and trail difficulty, and use appropriate safety gear. Do not attempt a water crossing if you are unsure of the water depth.
6 Pro Trailer Backup Assist, Integrated Trailer Brake Controller, Blind Spot Monitoring with Trailer Coverage, and Trailer Light Check availability varies by Ranger variant and specification. Trailer Coverage system (requires a genuine factory fit tow bar) supports conventional trailer dimensions: up to 2.4m wide (measured at trailer front) and up to 10m long from the rear of your vehicle. Drivers will need to create a profile of their trailers in SYNC to support this system. Features subject to technology and market availability. Always check trailer connections, lighting, and load security before driving. See your Ford dealer for details.
7 Onboard Scales and Smart Hitch are not intended for trade measurement. The vehicle payload and hitch load measurements that display on the screen are estimated values and subject to a tolerance of +/1 100kg of the actual weight.
8 Drivers will need to create a profile of their trailer in SYNC to support this system.
9 Don’t drive distracted. Use voice operated systems where possible and don’t use handheld devices while driving. Some features may be locked out while the vehicle is in gear. Not all SYNC features are compatible with all phones. SYNC screen appearance and functionality may change over time due to software updates.
10 Apple CarPlay requires phone with compatible version of Apple iOS, active data service, and connection cable (sold separately). SYNC® does not control Apple CarPlay while in use. Apple and other third parties are responsible for their respective functionality. Message and data rates may apply. Apple CarPlay, Siri Eyes Free, iPod and iPhone are trademarks of Apple Inc. registered in the US and other countries. Ford Applink® is available on selected SYNC® models and is compatible with select smartphone platforms. Warning: Local laws prohibit some phone functions while driving. Check your local road rules before using these functions. Android Auto requires phone with compatible version of Android™, active data service, and connection cable (sold separately). SYNC® does not control Android Auto while in use. Google and other third parties are responsible for their respective functionality. Message and data rates may apply. Android Auto and Google Maps are trademarks of Google Inc. Ford Applink® is available on selected SYNC® models and is compatible with select smartphone platforms. Warning: Local laws prohibit some phone functions while driving. Check your local road rules before using these functions.
11 Use of Ford app is subject to the Ford app Terms and User Guide and Ford app Privacy Collection Notice which are available on https://www.ford.com.au/privacy and requires a compatible mobile device, internet access and software (including software updates from time to time). The Ford app functionality and appearance may change over time due to software updates. You are responsible for internet access, mobile network data and voice call services required for your use of the Ford app on your mobile device, including associated fees. The Ford app and the Vehicle’s Modem can only work when both are connected to the telecommunications network. The Vehicle’s Modem will only function on the telecommunications networks it could use at time of manufacture. When all compatible networks for the modem in your vehicle are no longer available, the modem will stop functioning and the connected services and all data transmission via the modem will cease. Ford cannot guarantee that Ford app will be in fully operating condition at all times and the Ford app may be unavailable or particular Ford app services interrupted. If the Ford app is unavailable, the ability to lock or unlock your vehicle remotely could be limited, and a physical key might be needed. Always keep your key with you to ensure you can access your vehicle at all times even if the Ford app is unavailable. Ford is not responsible for any limitations or restrictions of the telecommunications network or of your mobile device. Warning: Local laws prohibit some phone functions while driving. Check your local road rules before using these functions. Use Remote Vehicle Start and Stop responsibly and only in well ventilated areas where you are aware of your vehicle’s surroundings.
12 Driver-assist features are supplemental and do not replace the driver’s attention, judgment and need to control the vehicle. May not operate at certain speeds, or in certain driving, road or weather conditions. Trailer Coverage system (requires a genuine factory fit tow bar) supports conventional trailer dimensions: up to 2.4m wide (measured at trailer front) and up to 10m long from the rear of your vehicle. Drivers will need to create a profile of their trailers in SYNC to support this system. See Owner’s Manual for details and limitations.
13 Do not use Trail Turn Assist on dry, hard-surfaced roads. Doing so can produce excessive noise, increase tyre wear and may damage driveline or braking components. Trail Turn Assist is only intended for slippery or loose surfaces. Driver-assist features are supplemental and do not replace the driver’s attention, judgement and need to control the vehicle.
14 Always consult the Owner’s Manual before off-road driving, know your terrain and trail difficulty, and use appropriate safety gear.
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