The Ford Maverick has exploded in popularity since its 2022 debut, and it’s easy to see why. It’s a compact, fuel-efficient truck that fits in a parking garage and still hauls a decent load. But if you’re shopping for trailers in Texas and you drive a Maverick, you need to know exactly what this truck can and can’t pull before you sign any paperwork.

At Trailer Place in Wharton, TX, we sell trailers to Maverick owners all the time. Here’s our honest take on towing with one.

Ford Maverick Towing Capacity: The Numbers

The 2024-2026 Ford Maverick comes in two engine options, and the difference in towing capacity is significant:

2.5L Hybrid (FWD only) – Towing capacity: 2,000 lbs. That’s it. This engine is designed for fuel economy, not hauling.
2.0L EcoBoost (FWD or AWD) – Towing capacity: 4,000 lbs with the optional tow package. Without the tow package, you’re limited to 2,000 lbs.

If you ordered your Maverick with the EcoBoost and the 4K Tow Package, you’re working with a 4,000 lb towing limit and a tongue weight capacity of 400 lbs. That opens up some real options, but it still puts you squarely in “light-duty” territory.

What Trailers Actually Work with a Ford Maverick?

Given the 4,000 lb limit (EcoBoost with tow package), here are the trailer types that make sense:

Small Utility Trailers

A single-axle utility trailer is the sweet spot for Maverick owners. An Iron Bull UTB single-axle utility trailer weighs around 1,000-1,400 lbs empty and has a 7,000 lb GVWR – but you’ll want to stay under 4,000 lbs total trailer weight when loaded. These are perfect for landscaping runs, debris hauling, or moving equipment around a property.

Look for trailers in the 6×10 to 6×12 range. Loaded weight needs to stay under 4,000 lbs combined (trailer + cargo). A small single-axle utility trailer weighing 800-1,000 lbs empty gives you 3,000-3,200 lbs of usable payload – plenty for most weekend and light commercial tasks.

Light Enclosed Cargo Trailers

A 5×8 or 6×10 enclosed cargo trailer weighs 900-1,200 lbs empty, which leaves you solid payload margin under the 4,000 lb tow limit. Cargo Craft makes excellent smaller enclosed trailers ideal for contractors, vendors, and hobby haulers. If you use your Maverick for a small business – say you’re a mobile dog groomer, a craft fair vendor, or a handyman – a 6×10 enclosed is a realistic setup.

The 7×14 or larger enclosed trailers are too heavy for a Maverick. Empty weight on a 7×14 is typically 2,200-2,500 lbs, leaving you barely any room for cargo. Stick with 6×10 or smaller.

Small Car Haulers (Light Loads Only)

A single-axle car hauler trailer is technically possible, but you’re severely limited. Most single-axle car haulers have GVWRs of 7,000 lbs, but the trailer itself weighs 1,500-1,800 lbs – that leaves you only 2,200-2,500 lbs of usable payload. That’s enough for a small motorcycle, ATV, or golf cart, but not a full-size sedan or pickup truck.

Small Flatbed Trailers

A 6×12 or 7×14 single-axle flatbed trailer is doable if kept light. A 6×12 utility flatbed typically weighs 900-1,100 lbs empty. Load it with lumber, mulch bags, or small equipment under 3,000 lbs and you’re within spec. This setup works well for homesteaders, hobby farmers, or contractors doing light residential work.

What the Ford Maverick Can’t Pull

Let’s be straight about the limitations:

Dump trailers – Most dump trailers start at 7,000-14,000 lb GVWR with empty weights of 3,000-5,000 lbs. The Maverick can’t safely tow these.
Equipment trailers – Equipment trailers for skid steers, mini excavators, or tractors are way too heavy. A basic 14,000 lb equipment trailer weighs 3,500 lbs empty – that’s already near the Maverick’s limit before you load anything.
Gooseneck and 5th-wheel trailers – Not possible. The Maverick doesn’t have a truck bed suited for a 5th-wheel hitch, and gooseneck setups require much heavier trucks.
Livestock trailers – Most bumper-pull livestock trailers have GVWRs of 7,000-14,000 lbs and weigh significantly more than 4,000 lbs when loaded with animals. Not a match.
Full-size enclosed trailers – Anything 7×16 or larger is too heavy for a Maverick.

Should You Buy a Bigger Truck?

If you’re buying trailers for a business – landscaping, construction, farming, ranching, or hauling equipment – the honest answer is yes, you’ll want a 3/4-ton or 1-ton truck to get the most out of your trailer investment. A Ford F-250 or F-350, Ram 2500 or 3500, or Chevy Silverado 2500HD or 3500HD opens up a much wider range of trailers and payload capacity.

That said, plenty of Maverick owners use their trucks for lighter tasks and do just fine with a small utility or enclosed trailer. Know your limits and work within them.

Read our guide on matching your truck to the right trailer or our breakdown of single axle vs tandem axle trailers to better understand your options.

Maverick Towing Tips

Always use a weight-distributing setup if near your limit – At 4,000 lbs, you’re maxed out. Keep loads well below that.
Check tongue weight – At 400 lbs max tongue weight, distribute cargo on the trailer carefully. Too much rear weight causes sway.
Use trailer brake controllers if required – Texas law requires trailers over 4,500 lbs GVWR to have trailer brakes. Most utility trailers you’d tow with a Maverick are under this, but always verify.
Stay off I-10 with a full load in crosswinds – The Maverick is a light truck. Cross-canyon Texas wind can create serious sway issues when you’re near max capacity.
Check your trim level – Only the EcoBoost with the tow package gets 4,000 lb rating. Hybrid trims max at 2,000 lbs regardless of packages.

Shop Trailers for Your Ford Maverick Near Wharton, TX

Trailer Place is a family-owned trailer dealership in Wharton, TX (moving to Rosenberg mid-2026). We carry utility trailers, enclosed cargo trailers, flatbed trailers, and more from top brands like Iron Bull, Diamond C, and Cargo Craft.

If you’re not sure what trailer fits your Maverick, give us a call at (979) 532-1486. We’ll help you find the right trailer for your truck and your budget. Financing is available for all qualified buyers, and we ship trailers nationwide.