Polaris 500 2X4 - Manual (Page 50)

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OPERATION
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)
Total Towed
Load Weight
(15° grade)
Total Hitch
Vertical
Weight
Maximum
Towing
Speed
RANGER
TM
1000 lbs.
(454 kg)
600 lbs.
(272 kg)
100 lbs.
45.4 kg)
10 mph
(16 kph)
RANGER
2X4
1000 lbs.
(454 kg)
600 lbs.
(272 kg)
100 lbs.
45.4 kg)
10 mph
(16 kph)
RANGER
4X4
1500 lbs.
(681 kg)
850 lbs.
(386 kg)
150 lbs.
(68.1 kg)
10 mph
(16 kph)
Belt Life
To extend belt life, use the lowest gear possible when hauling or
towing heavy cargo.