RAM trucks are well-known for their robust engines and workhorse capabilities. These trucks are designed with exteriors that can withstand the elements and interiors that provide comfort and connectivity while on the road. When compared to Ford and Chevy, RAM trucks outperform these competitors.
Whether you need a truck for work or personal use, knowing the towing capacity of each RAM truck can help you determine which model is best suited to your needs. Whitten Brothers Automotive, your local RAM dealership, is here to help!
The RAM towing capacity is the maximum amount of weight each truck can safely pull behind it. This could be a camper, trailer, boat, or flatbed.
RAM also provides the maximum payload capacity, which differs from the towing capacity. The payload refers to the amount of weight each truck can carry. This can be the number of passengers inside the cab, vacation luggage in the truck bed, or tools and equipment being driven to a job site.
RAM trucks transport cargo over all types of terrain and road conditions, and each truck has a specific towing capacity.
| High-output 3.0-liter I-6 hurricane engine | 3.0-liter I-6 hurricane engine | 3.6-liter Pentastar® V6 engine with etorque | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maximum towing capacity | 9,920 pounds | 11,550 pounds | 8,110 pounds |
| Maximum payload | 1,520 pounds | 1,980 pounds | 2,370 pounds |
| Maximum horsepower | 540 | 420 | 305 |
| Maximum lb-ft of torque | 521 | 469 | 269 |
The 2025 RAM 1500 starts at $40,275 MSRP. It’s available in 10 trim levels with three standard and available engines.
| High-output 3.0-liter I-6 hurricane engine | |
|---|---|
| Maximum towing capacity | 9,920 pounds |
| Maximum payload | 1,520 pounds |
| Maximum horsepower | 540 |
| Maximum lb-ft of torque | 521 |
The RAM 1500 RHO is a new trim level for 2025. It replaces the RAM 1500 TRX trim. It runs on the high-output 3.0-liter I-6 hurricane engine. This trim delivers more horsepower per dollar than any other off-road premium full-size truck.
| 6.2-liter supercharged HEMI® V8 engine | |
|---|---|
| Maximum towing capacity | 8,100 pounds |
| Maximum payload | 1,310 pounds |
| Maximum horsepower | 720 |
| Maximum lb-ft of torque (best-in-class) | 650 |
The RAM 1500 TRX trim level will be replaced with the RHO. This trim still has limited availability. It runs on a 6.2-liter supercharged HEMI® V8 engine with a high-torque-capacity TorqueFlite® eight-speed automatic transmission.
| 3.6-liter Pentastar® V6 engine | 5.7-liter HEMI® V8 engine | |
|---|---|---|
| Maximum towing capacity | 4,610 pounds | 10,520 pounds |
| Maximum payload | 1,930 pounds | 1,810 pounds |
| Maximum horsepower | 305 | 395 |
| Maximum lb-ft of torque | 269 | 410 |
The 2024 RAM 1500 Classic starts at $38,705 MSRP. It’s available in two trims and is equipped with the standard 3.6-liter V6 engine or the available 5.7-liter V8 engine. The RAM 1500 towing capacity depends on which engine is installed.
| 6.4-liter HEMI® V8 engine | 6.7-liter Cummins® Turbo Diesel I6 engine | |
|---|---|---|
| Maximum towing capacity | 17,730 pounds | 19,990 pounds |
| Maximum payload | 4,000 pounds | 3,150 pounds |
| Maximum horsepower | 410 | 370 |
| Maximum lb-ft of torque | 429 | 850 |
The 2024 RAM 2500 starts at $45,250 MSRP and is available in seven trim levels. This RAM truck runs on a standard 6.4L HEMI® V8 engine, or there’s an available 6.7L Cummins® Turbo Diesel I6 engine. The RAM 2500 towing capacity depends on which engine you choose.
| 6.4-liter HEMI® V8 engine | 6.7-liter Cummins® Turbo diesel I-6 engine | High-Output 6.7-liter Cummins® turbo diesel I-6 engine | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maximum towing capacity | 18,210 pounds | 22,660 pounds | 37,090 pounds |
| Maximum payload | 7,680 pounds | 6,830 pounds | 6,560 pounds |
| Maximum horsepower | 410 | 370 | 420 |
| Maximum lb-ft of torque | 429 | 850 | 1075 |
The 2024 RAM 3500 starts at $87,615 MSRP and is available in five trim levels. The 6.4LHEMI® V8 engine is standard on this RAM track, and there are two available 6.7-liter Cummins® I-6 engines to choose from. The RAM 3500 towing capacity varies between the engine options.
It’s important to adhere to the RAM truck towing capacity guidelines to ensure that you’re driving safely. Exceeding the towing capacity can affect the tires, engine, vehicle frame, and/or transmission, and this may result in serious damage.
Drivers from Ashland and Richmond, VA trust Whitten Brothers Automotive with their RAM truck purchases. We have a great selection of RAM 1500, RAM 2500, and RAM 3500 pickup trucks in stock. Explore our inventory online, get pre-approved for financing, and determine your current vehicle’s trade-in value, then visit us to test drive a RAM truck in person. Contact us to schedule!