If you’re searching for a rugged vehicle with off-road capability and a good amount of power, the Ford Bronco is an excellent choice. The Bronco was reintroduced into Ford’s lineup in 2021 and is still made today. But what is the towing capacity of a 2024 Ford Bronco?
The 2024 Ford Bronco has a towing capacity of 3,500 to 4,500 pounds.
The 2024 Ford Bronco tow capacity can vary based on a few different factors such as engine size, drivetrain, trim level, and others which we’ll cover in this guide.
How Much Can The 2024 Ford Bronco Tow?
The 2024 Ford Bronco has a towing capacity of 4,500 pounds.
The 2024 Ford Bronco tow capacity is affected by other factors like engine type, drivetrain, the weight of cargo and passengers, and whether your vehicle has a towing package equipped or not.
You can always reach out to your local Ford dealership for details to confirm how much your Bronco can tow.
Ford Bronco Towing Capacities (2025)
10-Speed Automatic Transmission
Engine: 2.3L EcoBoost I4
Big Bend™
- 2-Door: 3,500 lbs (All axle ratios)
- 4-Door: 3,500 lbs (All axle ratios)
Black Diamond™
- 2-Door: 3,500 lbs (All axle ratios)
- 4-Door: 3,460 lbs (3.73 axle ratio)
- 4-Door: 3,500 lbs (4.27 axle ratio)
Outer Banks™
- 2-Door: 3,500 lbs (All axle ratios)
- 4-Door: 3,500 lbs (All axle ratios)
Engine: 2.7L EcoBoost V6
Big Bend™
- 2-Door: N/A
- 4-Door: 3,360 lbs (3.73 axle ratio)
Wildtrak™
- 2-Door: 3,500 lbs
- 4-Door: 3,400 lbs (4.27 axle ratio)
7-Speed Manual Transmission
Engine: 2.3L EcoBoost I4
Big Bend™
- 2-Door: 3,420 lbs
- 4-Door: 3,440 lbs (4.27 axle ratio)
Heritage™
- 2-Door: 3,500 lbs
- 4-Door: 3,500 lbs
Ford Bronco Sport Towing Capacities (2025)
Automatic Transmission
1.5L EcoBoost I3
- Final Drive Ratio: 3.81
- GCWR (lbs.): 5,860
- Maximum Loaded Trailer Weight: 2,000 lbs
2.0L EcoBoost I4
- Final Drive Ratio: 3.81
- GCWR (lbs.): 6,260
- Maximum Loaded Trailer Weight: 2,200 lbs
You can check out our guide to Ford Bronco towing capacity by year if you’re looking at a different model year’s max capacity or if you want to compare different years of this vehicle.
You can also read our guide on what makes a vehicle towing capacity to learn all the aspects that go into it.
2024 Bronco Towing Capacity By Trim Level
There are many trim levels for the 2024 Bronco. Some engines and features are not available on certain configurations, so they can each have different max towing limits.
Here’s the max tow capacity broken down for each package on the 2024 Ford Bronco:
2024 Ford Bronco Trim Level | Towing Capacity |
2024 Ford Bronco Sport | 2,200 pounds |
2024 Ford Bronco Big Bend | 3,500 pounds |
2024 Ford Bronco Black Diamond | 3,500 pounds |
2024 Ford Bronco Outer Banks | 3,500 pounds |
2024 Ford Bronco Badlands | 3,500 pounds |
2024 Ford Bronco Wildtrak | 3,500 pounds |
2024 Ford Bronco Everglades | 3,080 pounds |
2024 Ford Bronco Raptor | 4,500 pounds |
2024 Ford Bronco Heritage | 3,500 pounds |
Towing Capacity By Engine Size & Drivetrain
2024 Ford Bronco Engine Towing Specs
There are three engine options for the 2024 Bronco, which are:
- a 2.3L EcoBoost I4 engine that produces 300 horsepower and 325 pound-feet of torque
- a 2.7L EcoBoost V6 engine that produces 330 horsepower and 415 pound-feet of torque
- a 3.0L EcoBoost V6 engine that produces 418 horsepower and 440 pound-feet of torque.
2024 Ford Bronco 2.3L EcoBoost I4 Engine Towing Capacity: 3,500 pounds
2024 Ford Bronco 2.7L EcoBoost V6 Engine Towing Capacity: 3,500 pounds
2024 Ford Bronco 3.0L EcoBoost V6 Engine Towing Capacity: 4,500 pounds
2024 Ford Bronco Transmission Towing Specs
There are two transmission options for the 2024 Bronco: a 10-speed automatic transmission and a 7-speed manual transmission.
2024 Ford Bronco Automatic Transmission Max Towing Capacity: 4,500 pounds (Raptor)
2024 Ford Bronco Automatic Transmission Max Towing Capacity: 3,500 pounds
2024 Ford Bronco Drivetrain Towing Specs
The 2024 Ford Bronco comes standard with four-wheel drive.
2024 Ford Bronco 4WD Tow Capacity: 3,500 pounds
2024 Ford Bronco Raptor 4WD Tow Capacity: 4,500 pounds
Note that these are the max towing limits for each 2024 Ford Bronco engine. Your Ford Bronco may have a lower towing capacity based on the drivetrain, axle ratio, and if your vehicle has a towing package installed.
2024 Ford Bronco Payload Capacity
The payload capacity of the 2024 Ford Bronco ranges from 1,071 to 1,453 pounds.
Engine | 2-Door Payload Capacity | 4-Door Payload Capacity |
2.3L EcoBoost I4 | 1,243 lbs | 1,453 lbs |
2.7L EcoBoost V6 | 1,071 lbs | 1,225 lbs |
3.0L Ecoboost V6 (Raptor) | 1,155 lbs | 1,155 lbs |
This means that the 2024 Bronco can carry up to 1,453 pounds worth of passenger and cargo weight in the vehicle, which makes it great for road trips and hauling heavier items.
Note that the max payload capacity of your 2024 Bronco will vary based on factors like the engine type, drivetrain and whether or not a towing package that includes other features like an engine oil cooler or transmission oil cooler is installed.
You can always contact your local dealership for extra details if you’re unsure of your vehicle’s payload capability.
2024 Ford Bronco Tow Package
Ford offers three optional factory-installed towing packages for the Bronco, depending on which Bronco model you’re equipping.
The Bronco Sport Towing Package (code 53B) includes a hitch receiver, wiring harness, trailer sway control, front tow hooks, and lane keeping alert.
The Bronco Towing Package (code 53Q) includes a hitch receiver, 4/7-pin connector, 7-wire harness, front tow hooks, trailer sway control, and lane keeping alert.
The Bronco Raptor Towing Package (code NOC) includes a hitch receiver, 4/7-pin connector, 7-wire harness, auxiliary auto transmission oil cooler, front tow hooks, tow/haul mode, trailer sway control, a 360-degree camera, and lane keeping alert.
We definitely recommend getting a towing package if you plan on towing anything with your 2024 Bronco.
2024 Ford Bronco Towing Capacity Vs Competitors
The 2024 Ford Bronco has a maximum tow rating of 4500 pounds, which makes it capable of medium-duty towing.
The 2024 Bronco’s tow capability is similar to its main competitors which are the 2024 Toyota 4Runner and the 2024 Jeep Wrangler.
Here are some similar vehicles to the 2024 Ford Bronco and their towing capacities below:
2024 Toyota 4Runner: 5,000 pounds
2024 Jeep Wrangler: 3,500 pounds
2024 Subaru Forester: 3,000 pounds
2024 Toyota Tacoma: 6,800 pounds
2024 Nissan Pathfinder: 6,000 pounds
2024 Ford Models Towing Capacity Chart
2024 Ford SUV Model | Towing Capacity |
2024 Ford Expedition | 9,300 pounds |
2024 Ford Explorer | 5,600 pounds |
2024 Ford Bronco | 4,500 pounds |
2024 Ford Edge | 3,500 pounds |
2024 Ford Escape | 3,500 pounds |
2024 Ford Bronco Sport | 2,000 pounds |
Data Accuracy
We’ve gathered all data represented here from the official 2024 Ford Bronco Owner’s Manual on Ford’s site and have checked all data thoroughly for accuracy.
Having said that, we still recommend you refer to your vehicle’s owner’s manual yourself before towing with a 2024 Ford Bronco.