2005 Polaris Ranger 6x6 Owners Manual - Page 49

2005 Polaris Ranger 6x6 Manual

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OPERATION Hauling Cargo WARNING Hauling cargo 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 hauling cargo: Always load the cargo box with the load as far forward as possible. Always operate the vehicle with extreme care when hauling or towing loads. Slow down and drive in the lowest gear available. The RANGER has been designed to carry or tow specific capacities. Always read and understand the load distribution warnings listed on the warning labels. Never exceed the following capacities. Maximum Capacities (Level Ground) RANGER 4X4 RANGER 6X6 RANGER TM 1500 lbs. (681 kg) 1750 lbs. (794 kg) 1250 lbs. (567 kg) Cargo Box 1000 lbs. (454 kg) 1250 lbs. (567 kg) 750 lbs. (340 kg) WARNING Driving with passengers in the cargo box can result in severe injury or death. Never allow passengers to ride in the cargo box. Passengers must always ride in the cab with seat belts fastened securely. 47

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OPERATION
Hauling Cargo
WARNING
Hauling cargo 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
hauling cargo:
Always load the cargo box with the load as far forward as
possible.
Always operate the vehicle with extreme care when hauling or
towing loads.
Slow down and
drive in the lowest gear available.
The
RANGER
has been designed to carry or tow specific capacities.
Always read and understand the load distribution warnings listed on
the warning labels. Never exceed the following capacities.
Maximum Capacities
(Level Ground)
Cargo Box
RANGER
4X4
1500 lbs. (681 kg)
1000 lbs. (454 kg)
RANGER
6X6
1750 lbs. (794 kg)
1250 lbs. (567 kg)
RANGER
TM
1250 lbs. (567 kg)
750 lbs. (340 kg)
WARNING
Driving with passengers in
the cargo box can result in
severe injury or death.
Never allow passengers to
ride in the cargo box.
Passengers must always
ride in the cab with seat
belts fastened securely.