Towing Loads - Polaris 500 2X4 User Manual

Hauling Cargo

Towing Loads

WARNING
Towing improperly can alter vehicle handling and may cause loss
of control or brake instability, which can result in serious injury or
death. Always follow these precautions when towing:
Never load more than 150 lbs. (68.1 kg) tongue weight on the
towing bracket.
Do not operate the vehicle faster than 10 mph (16 km/h) when
towing. Towing a trailer increases braking distance.
Do not tow more than the recommended weight for the vehicle.
See the towing capacity chart below and the specifications charts
beginning on page 102.
Attach a trailer to the trailer hitch bracket only. Do not attach a
trailer to any other location or you may lose control of the vehicle.
Never tow a trailer on a grade steeper than 15°.
Maximum Towing Capacities (Level Ground)
Total Towed
Load Weight
(level ground)
RANGER
TM
RANGER
2X4
RANGER
4X4
Belt Life
To extend belt life, use the lowest gear possible when hauling or
towing heavy cargo.
Total Towed
Load Weight
1000 lbs.
(454 kg)
1000 lbs.
(454 kg)
1500 lbs.
(681 kg)
(15° grade)
600 lbs.
(272 kg)
600 lbs.
(272 kg)
850 lbs.
(386 kg)
OPERATION
Total Hitch Maximum
Vertical
Weight
100 lbs.
45.4 kg)
100 lbs.
45.4 kg)
150 lbs.
(68.1 kg)
Towing
Speed
10 mph
(16 kph)
10 mph
(16 kph)
10 mph
(16 kph)
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