RAM Truck Towing Comparison

2026 RAM 3500

RAM truck towing and hauling is widely renowned. From the light-duty RAM 1500 to the heavy-duty RAM 2500 and RAM 3500, each model in the lineup brings a different balance of muscle and payload. The team at Orange Coast Chrysler Dodge Jeep® RAM breaks down how these three trucks stack up for towing and hauling.

RAM 1500

The RAM 1500 opens the light-duty lineup with an engine roster built for flexibility. The 3.0-liter Hurricane SO Twin Turbo inline-six delivers up to 11,610 lbs of max towing, while the 5.7-liter HEMI® V8 eTorque trim reaches up to 11,320 lbs. If you’re looking for extra payload, you’ll want to prioritize the 3.6-liter Pentastar® V6 eTorque, which carries up to 2,360 lbs.

RAM 2500

Stepping up to the RAM 2500 unlocks genuine heavy-duty muscle. The available High-Output 6.7-liter Cummins® Turbo Diesel inline-six tows up to 20,000 lbs, backed by a best-in-class available 1,075 lb-ft of torque. The standard 6.4-liter HEMI® V8 still tows up to 17,750 lbs and carries a max payload of 3,930 lbs, making it a strong gas-powered alternative.

RAM 3500

The RAM 3500 tops the pickup lineup for outright capability. Equipped with the High-Output Cummins® Turbo Diesel and dual rear wheels, it tows up to 37,090 lbs, the strongest figure in the RAM truck lineup. The 6.4-liter HEMI V8 version trades some of that towing ceiling for a maximum payload of 7,590 lbs.

Towing Technology Across the Lineup

Every new RAM truck draws from the same trailering tech, so capable towing features are not a heavy-duty exclusive. Available options across the lineup include:

  • Trailer Reverse Steering Control for backing a trailer with a simple knob
  • A digital rearview mirror with tow mode for an unobstructed view
  • 360-degree Surround Camera coverage around the trailer
  • Blind-Spot Monitoring with trailer coverage
  • Class-exclusive RAMBox® Cargo Management System for secure, weatherproof bed storage

An integrated trailer brake controller is available on the RAM 1500 and comes standard on every RAM 2500 and RAM 3500, rounding out a setup built for confident towing no matter which pickup you choose.

Find Your Ideal RAM Towing Setup in Costa Mesa, CA

Whether the job calls for a quick load run in a RAM 1500 or a loaded gooseneck trailer behind a RAM 2500 or RAM 3500, this lineup offers a setup to match. Visit our RAM dealership in Costa Mesa, CA, to find the right engine and configuration for your towing or hauling needs.