RAM Truck Towing Capacities

One of the main reasons anyone considers a RAM truck is being able to haul and tow items. Whether you're using it for work or play (likely both!), one of the first things you want to research is the towing capacity of your RAM truck model along with the weight of the items you plan to tow. While the specifics will vary from trim, to engine, to exact configurations, here's a general guide to RAM truck towing to get you started:

RAM 1500 Towing Capacity

 

The RAM 1500 has towing capacities ranging from 6,760 lbs. in the Tradesmen HFE with 3.6L V6 engine to 11,650 lbs. in the Big Horn trim with 5.7L HEMI® V8 engine. With these capabilities, some things you can tow include:


  • Camping trailer (3,000 lbs.)

  • Motorboat (2,500 lbs.)

  • Sailboat (7,000 lbs.)

  • Horse trailer (2,400 lbs. unloaded)


RAM 2500 Towing Capacity

 

The RAM 2500 has towing capacities ranging from 9,470 lbs. (1,420 lbs. payload) in the Power Wagon with 6.4L Heavy Duty HEMI MDS V8 engine to 20,000 lbs. (3,060 lbs. payload) in the Lone Star trim with 6.7L I6 Cummins Turbo Diesel engine. Here's a few big things you can tow in a 2500:


  • Travel Trailer (5,000 - 12,000 lbs.)

  • Cement mixer (7,000 lbs.)

  • New Holland Bale Wagon (5,500 - 16,000 lbs.)


RAM 3500 Towing Capacity

 

When you need all the truck that RAM can offer, opt for a RAM 3500 with towing capacities ranging from 15,990 lbs. (3,860 payload) in the Limited trim with 6.4L V8 Heavy Duty HEMI MDS engine to the wondrous 37,100 lbs. (6,570 lbs. payload) in the Tradesman, Big Horn and Lone Star trims with 6.7L I6 Cummins HO Turbo Diesel Engine. Here are just a few examples of what you can tow in a 3500:


  • Fifth-wheel trailers (19,000 lbs.)

  • Bulldozer (16,000 - 19,000 lbs.)

  • Backhoe (14,000 - 19,000 lbs.)


New RAM Trucks for Sale at Deery Brothers Iowa City

You can't go wrong with a new RAM truck in Iowa City, IA. Trusted for years by farmers, utility workers, independent contractors and DIYers, our trucks will get the job done. Browse our inventory or stop by our RAM dealership today to see what's in store! Our sales staff will expertly match you with the right RAM truck for your needs and desires.