Ford Ranger fuel tanks

For most 4×4 enthusiasts, having increased fuel capacity is crucial for extended off-roading or long-haul road trips. This is where a high-quality fuel tank comes into play, providing enough capacity to travel in areas where fuel stops are few and far between.

Here are three products we recommend. They’re intended as a starting point, to give you an idea of what’s available. We’ve included information on Ford Australia’s genuine accessories, in case you’d prefer to stick to OEM.

What it is: A replacement fuel tank with more capacity.

Why you need it: When you’re touring in remote areas then fuel servos may be few and far between. And when you’re driving a modified vehicle that’s heavily loaded or towing a heavy trailer, or both, then your fuel consumption will shoot up. So that’s why you need more fuel on-board with a long-range tank, a better option than trying to carry fuel in jerry cans.

Buying tips: Ensure the fuel tank doesn’t change ramp-over angles, and that other components such as aftermarket exhausts and underbody protection fit with the tank. You may also need to recalibrate the fuel tank gauge.

Ford Australia/ARB licencing agreement

Ford Australia has a licencing agreement with ARB. Order ARB accessories when you order your Next-Gen Ranger, and they’ll be covered by Ford’s 5-year warranty. So if you have a warranty issue, there are no grey areas about which company’s responsible.

If you order ARB accessories after purchase (through a Ford dealer), they’ll be covered by the remainder of the warranty period.

If you’d like to know more about the Ford/ARB partnership, then go here.

ARB Long Range Fuel Tank

• Material: Roto-moulded polymer
• Capacity: 140L
• Tank mounting: Steel straps, rubber coated

4×4 Outdoor Battery Kit

• Material: Aluminised steel
• Capacity: 160L
• Tank mounting: Gusseted brackets

The Long Ranger Long Range Fuel Tank

• Material: Aluminised steel
• Capacity: 133L
• Tank mounting: Gusseted brackets with pads

How we review products

4X4 Australia has been reviewing four-wheel drive vehicles and aftermarket products for more than 40 years.

When looking for the best accessories for your make and model of 4WD, there are some things essential to making sure you have the best off-roading experience.

When we compare products, here are some of the things we consider:

• Warranty
• Build quality
• Value for money
• Time and ease to set-up/install
• Weight
• Fit and finish
• How well it gets the job done
• What materials they’re made from
• Corrosion/UV resistance
• Coatings
• Compatibility with other accessories
• Compliance with ADRs and vehicle safety systems
• Country of manufacture
• Load ratings, to determine what’s the best product across each price point.

We also consider user reviews and our own experience with these products to make sure our recommendations are for the best on the market.

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