Polaris RANGER XP 1000 2021 Owner's Manual page 95

Loads should be centered on the vehicle and carried as low as possible in the
box. For stability on rough or hilly terrain, reduce both speed and cargo.
Exercise caution if the cargo load extends over the side of the box.
Always read and understand the load distribution warnings listed on warning
labels and in this manual. Never exceed the maximum capacities specified for
your vehicle.
BELT LIFE
To extend belt life, use low gear when hauling or towing heavy cargo.
TOWING LOADS
Towing improperly can alter vehicle handling and may cause loss of control or
Always follow these precautions when towing:
1. Never load more than 250 lbs. (113.4 kg) tongue weight on the towing
bracket.
2. When towing a disabled vehicle, place the disabled vehicle's transmission in
neutral. Do not operate the vehicle faster than 10 MPH (16 km/h) when
towing.
3. Towing a trailer increases braking distance. Do not operate the vehicle faster
than 10 MPH (16 km/h) when towing.
4. Do not tow more than the recommended weight for the vehicle.
5. Attach a trailer to the trailer hitch bracket only. Do not attach a trailer to any
other location, which could result in loss of control of the vehicle.
6. The total load (operator, accessories, cargo and weight on hitch) must not
exceed the maximum weight capacity of the vehicle.
MODEL
All RANGER
XP 1000
models
brake instability.
TOTAL
TOWED
LOAD
WEIGHT
(LEVEL
(15° GRADE)
GROUND)
2500 lbs.
(1134 kg)
WARNING
TOTAL
TOWED
TOTAL HITCH
LOAD
VERTICAL
WEIGHT
WEIGHT
850 lbs.
(386 kg) (113.4 kg)
OPERATION
MAXIMUM
TOWING
SPEED
250 lbs 10 MPH
(16 km/h)
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