Well known for its stunning good looks, upmarket cabin, dependability, robustness, and smooth, powerful engine, it’s no surprise that the Ford Ranger has won Pickup of the Year five years in a row! For all its award-winning perks comes something of a compromise when it comes to this bestselling vehicle’s capacity however as Top Gear describes:
“You can have your Ranger with a choice of three body styles: single cab, super cab or full double cab. The less space you give over to the people, the more you can have for goods. The single cab with the 168bhp engine can haul 1,177kg in the back – and tow another 3.5 tonnes if you wish. Only the wimpiest engine can’t pull that actually, making do with 2.5 tonnes on the ‘bar.”
With the Ranger’s hauling capabilities dictated by its body style, those looking for the best of both worlds – a place for passengers and half-decent storage – often have to turn to upgrades to achieve just that. Read on to discover our recommendations for increasing the storage of your Ford Ranger…
The drawer system
Equipping your Ford Ranger with one of our ARB drawer systems is a great place to begin. It’s an upgrade every 4×4 or pickup truck owner should make, providing plenty of organisation, a heap of space for all those off-road essentials, better weight distribution, and the opportunity to keep your interior as clean and clear as possible.
We stock ARB two-drawer storage systems for the Ford Ranger 1985-05 Dual Cab, Ford Ranger PJ PK 2006-11 Dual Cab, Ford Ranger T6 2011-on Extra Cab, and Ford Ranger T6 2011-on Dual Cab. These highly configurable solutions come with a range of optional extras – including roller floor upgrades and cargo organisers – to personalise your setup further.
Just purchased one of our ARB drawer systems? Read our top tips for packing like a pro to make the most of every inch of space.
The roof rack
Don’t forget to maximise the space on top of your Ranger in your quest for better capacity. A roof rack is a great investment for so many reasons, giving you a sturdy, secure base to store supplies and fit a rooftop tent to your vehicle.
With vehicle-specific designs from the world’s leading brands, such as ARB and Front Runner, our collection of Ford Ranger roof racks and accessories should certainly be explored.
The stormproof bag
Keep those supplies under cover and intact in the harshest weather by investing in one of our ARB Stormproof Bags.
With 50-litre, 70-litre and 110-litre designs to choose from, this premium quality storage must-have has been developed and tested across a range of conditions, including the punishing climes of the Australian Outback. Our ARB Stormproof Bags are made from the highest quality materials and components. They’re also compatible with a number of accessories and spare parts, and built to withstand years of use.
The roof console
For extra storage and lighting, our small but perfectly formed roof consoles are great additions. Available for the Ford Ranger PJ PK 2006-11, Ford Ranger T6 PX 2011-15 and Ford Ranger T6 PX2 PX3 2015-22, the ARB Roof Console provides a much-needed storage boost in-cab, keeping gear and gadgets within easy reach.
LED lighting and Bluetooth speaker holes come as standard with ARB’s ABS consoles, while a number of optional extras (including radio adapters, a microphone cable holder and an additional pair of LED lights) can also be called upon.
Shop our complete collection of Ford Ranger storage upgrades here for more inspiration.
