The 2024 Ram lineup is as powerful as ever, featuring models known for their hauling and towing capabilities. Whether you’re considering the Ram 1500 or the heavy-duty Ram 3500, these vehicles are built to handle the toughest jobs without sacrificing comfort and style. If you’re in the market for a reliable and versatile truck or van, we invite you to explore our inventory of new vehicles at Huffines Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram (CJDR) Plano in Texas. We’ve put together this comparison of the different Ram vehicles’ towing capacities to help you make the best choice for your needs.
Ram 1500
This light-duty pickup blends the best of both worlds, offering impressive performance while providing a comfortable and spacious interior. The 2024 Ram 1500 has an eye-catching exterior complemented by a well-equipped interior. Some of its notable standard and available features are a panoramic sunroof, a 19-speaker premium sound system, a head-up display, a 12-inch digital cluster display, and a multifunction tailgate. It also boasts best-in-class towing capabilities of up to 12,750 pounds and a best-in-class payload of up to 2,300 pounds. Here’s a breakdown of its max tow ratings according to engine:
- 3.6L Pentastar V-6: 7,740 pounds [two-wheel-drive (2WD) quad cab with the 6-foot-4-inch box].
- 5.7L HEMI V-8: 12,750 pounds (2WD quad cab with the 6-foot-4-inch box).
- 6.2L Supercharged HEMI V-8: 8,100 pounds [four-wheel-drive (4WD) crew cab with the 5-foot-7-inch box].
Ram 2500
The Ram 2500 is a heavy-duty truck with a commanding presence on the road. You can enhance it further with available exterior features, such as the Mopar Sport Performance Hood. It sets itself apart with its versatility, offering three configurations for the rear sets to accommodate passengers or cargo, as well as its premium appointments in the higher trim levels, including leather seats and wood and aluminum accents.
The 2024 Ram 2500 also has features that make towing easier, such as telescopic trailer tow mirrors, a digital rearview mirror, and a 360-degree Trailer Surround View camera. These are its towing capacities:
- 6.4L HEMI V-8: 17,730 pounds (2WD regular cab with the 8-foot box).
- 6.7L Cummins Turbo Diesel I-6: 20,000 pounds (4WD crew cab with the 6-foot-4-inch box and 2WD crew cab with the 8-foot box).
Ram 3500
Like the 2500, the Ram 3500 is also a heavy-duty pickup that’s a popular choice if you need a vehicle that can tow heavy loads such as campers and trailers. It offers many of the same impressive features as the 2500, including the class-exclusive RamBox Cargo Management System that makes it easy to access and store items, a bed outlet and LED lighting, and a 50-gallon fuel tank. What sets it apart is the addition of a third, more powerful engine option. Here’s a quick look at how much it can tow depending on its equipped powertrain:
- 6.4L HEMI V-8: 18,210 pounds [2WD regular cab with the 8-foot box and dual rear wheels (DRW)].
- 6.7L Cummins Turbo Diesel I-6: 22,660 pounds (2WD regular cab with the 8-foot box and DRW).
- 6.7L Cummins High-Output Turbo Diesel I-6: 37,090 pounds (2WD regular cab with the 8-foot box and DRW).
Ram Chassis Cab
The Ram Chassis Cab is the ideal choice if you require a versatile and powerful vehicle for various commercial purposes. Whether you need to tow trailers, transport heavy equipment, or create a space for work and storage, the Ram Chassis Cab can be customized to meet your specific needs. It has a durable and robust frame, while its engine lineup guarantees impressive towing capabilities.
Like the other Ram models, the Chassis Cab has a long list of standard and available features, including a Uconnect 5 NAV infotainment system with a 12-inch touch screen, a 12-inch instrument cluster, wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, and a 4G Wi-Fi hotspot. It stands out from the rest of the lineup with features such as its four seating configurations and three fuel tank options. In terms of towing capabilities, here are the maximum ratings for each of the Ram Chassis Cab models:
Ram 3500 Chassis Cab
Here are the max towing capacities for the Ram 3500 Chassis Cab:
- 6.4L HEMI V-8 with eight-speed automatic transmission: 16,090 pounds [2WD regular cab with a cab-to-axle (CA) measurement of 60 inches and single rear wheels (SRW)].
- 6.4L HEMI V-8 with six-speed automatic transmission: 18,950 pounds (2WD regular cab with a CA length of 60 inches and SRW).
- 6.7L Cummins Turbo Diesel I-6: 25,890 pounds (2WD regular cab with a CA measurement of 60 inches and DRW).
Ram 4500 Chassis Cab
Here’s a quick look at how much the Ram 4500 Chassis Cab can tow depending on its engine:
- 6.4L HEMI V-8: 21,550 pounds (2WD regular cab with a CA length of 60 inches).
- 6.7L Cummins Turbo Diesel I-6: 29,800 pounds (2WD regular cab with a CA length of 60 inches).
Ram 5500 Chassis Cab
The Ram 5500 Chassis Cab has similar engine options as the 4500 model, but its towing capabilities differ slightly. Here’s how it stacks up:
- 6.4L HEMI V-8: 21,490 pounds (2WD regular cab with a CA length of 60 inches).
- 6.7L Cummins Turbo Diesel I-6: 35,220 pounds (2WD regular cab with a CA length of 60 inches).
Ram ProMaster
The Ram ProMaster is a commercial van rather than a pickup truck. Despite this, it still has respectable towing capabilities. It also offers many of the same standard and optional features as the 2024 Ram trucks, including the Uconnect 5 NAV infotainment system, versatile seating arrangements, and a comprehensive safety suite.
Some of the 2024 Ram ProMaster’s notable unique features include a three-piece front fascia that gives it a distinct and modern look, an impressive 524 cubic feet of cargo space, and a front-wheel-drive configuration. It’s powered by a 3.6L Pentastar V-6 engine paired with a nine-speed automatic transmission. Here are the max tow ratings for the various ProMaster models:
- Cargo Van: 6,910 pounds (1500 model with a 118-inch wheelbase).
- Windowed Van: 6,480 pounds (2500 model with a 159-inch wheelbase).
- Cutaway: 5,600 pounds.
Which Ram Vehicle Can Tow the Most?
Ram’s 2024 lineup of trucks and commercial vehicles continues to impress, with towing capabilities that position them above the competition. Among these, the Ram 3500 is the most powerful, able to tow up to 37,090 pounds when properly equipped. Contact us to learn more about the 2024 Ram 3500 and other vehicles in our inventory. Our team can answer your questions, schedule a test drive, and walk you through our financing options and vehicle specials. At Huffines CJDR Plano in Texas, our goal is to get you behind the wheel of your preferred vehicle as soon as possible.