2024 Ford Explorer with 3.0L EcoBoost V6 and Class IV Trailer Tow Package (52T) (ST model)
⚠ Pending verification
Figures were extracted from the source below and are pending confirmation against the OEM towing guide.
Source: OEM towing guide — [PDF] 2024 Ford Explorer · retrieved 2026-07-01
Max Towing Capacity
5,600
lbs / 2,540 kg
Engine Variants
4 variants
Trim Notes
Max 5,600 lbs achieved with 3.0L EcoBoost V6 (3.31 axle on King Ranch/Platinum, or 3.58 axle) with Class IV Trailer Tow Package (52T, standard on ST model). Also achievable with 3.3L Ti-VCT V6 (Fleet only) with Class IV package. Same rating for RWD and 4WD.
⚠ Important
Peak 5,600 lb: 3.0L EcoBoost V6, 3.31 or 3.58 axle (King Ranch/Platinum), RWD or 4WD, Class IV Trailer Tow Package (52T) (conventional ball hitch). Next-highest 5,300 lb: 2.3L EcoBoost I4, 3.58 axle, RWD or 4WD, Class IV Trailer Tow Package (52T).
◆ Gear you may need
Always confirm against your door-jamb sticker & OEM towing guide before hauling. Ratings vary by exact configuration.
Different configuration? Look it up
The 5,600 lbs figure above is the properly-equipped maximum for this model year. For a specific trim, engine, or drivetrain, run your exact setup through the live tool:
Prose overview
The 2024 Ford Explorer carries a maximum towing capacity of 5,600 lbs when properly equipped, paired with a Class III hitch. As with every truck and SUV, the rating swings by engine, drivetrain, cab and bed configuration, and rear axle ratio — so two 2024 Ford Explorers on the same lot can be rated thousands of pounds apart. Match your trailer to the lowestrelevant limit (towing capacity, payload, GCWR, and hitch rating), and verify against the sticker inside the driver's-side door jamb.
Related tow ratings
2024 Ford Explorer towing FAQ
What is the maximum towing capacity of a 2024 Ford Explorer?
A properly equipped 2024 Ford Explorer is rated to tow up to 5,600 lbs. This maximum applies only to specific engine, axle, and tow-package combinations — most trims tow less.
What hitch class does the 2024 Ford Explorer need?
Based on its rated capacity, the 2024 Ford Explorer typically pairs with a Class III hitch. Always match the hitch to your loaded trailer weight and never exceed the vehicle's rated capacity.
Do I need a brake controller to tow with a 2024 Ford Explorer?
Most states require trailer brakes — and a brake controller — for trailers over 3,000 lbs loaded. A brake controller syncs the trailer's brakes with the vehicle's for safe, controlled stops.
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