2027 Ram Heavy Duty Towing Capacity Chart & Guide
Compare 2027 Ram 2500 and Ram 3500 trailer ratings by engine, rear-wheel configuration, axle ratio, cab, bed and gross vehicle weight rating. The manufacturer guide lists Ram 3500 towing up to 37,020 pounds in a specific properly equipped Cummins High Output dually configuration.
*For the specific properly equipped Ram 3500 configuration described below. Other configurations have different ratings.
Which 2027 Ram Heavy Duty Has the Highest Listed Tow Rating?
The guide’s highest trailer figure is 37,020 pounds for a Ram 3500 with the 6.7L Cummins High Output turbo diesel, dual rear wheels, 4x2 drivetrain, Regular Cab, 8-foot bed and 3.42 axle ratio. The listed configuration has a 14,000-pound GVWR and 45,000-pound GCWR.
The corresponding 4x4 trailer rating is 36,620 pounds. These ratings require the applicable fifth-wheel or gooseneck setup and compliance with all vehicle, axle, tire, hitch and component limits.
2027 Ram 2500 & 3500 Manufacturer Towing Chart
Click the chart to open the full-size image. Selected configurations are also listed in the text tables below.
How to Read the Heavy Duty Towing Tables
- All weights are in pounds.
- SRW means single rear wheels; DRW means dual rear wheels.
- HO means High Output.
- GVWR means gross vehicle weight rating.
- A dash represents NA in the manufacturer source.
- 4x2 and 4x4 ratings are shown separately.
These selected tables preserve clearly identified configurations and are not complete all-trim listings. Multiple GVWR values are reproduced as grouped in the source; they are not interchangeable upgrades. Verify the truck’s matching configuration, equipment and weight ratings. On mobile, swipe horizontally within each table.
Selected 2027 Ram 2500 Towing Ratings
| Engine | Rear wheels / axle | GVWR (lbs) | Cab / bed | 4x2 towing (lbs) | 4x4 towing (lbs) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6.4L HEMI V8 | SRW / 4.10 | 10,000 | Regular Cab / 8′ | 17,750 | 17,440 |
| 6.4L HEMI V8 | SRW / 4.10 | 10,000 | Crew Cab / 6′4″ | 17,430 | 17,120 |
| 6.4L HEMI V8 | SRW / 4.10 | 10,000 | Crew Cab / 8′ | 17,280 | 16,940 |
| 6.4L HEMI V8 — Power Wagon | SRW / 4.10 | 8,565 | Crew Cab / 6′4″ | — | 10,530 |
| 6.7L Cummins HO | SRW / 3.42 | 9,900 / 10,000 / 11,040 | Crew Cab / 6′4″ | 20,000 | — |
| 6.7L Cummins HO | SRW / 3.42 | 11,040* | Regular Cab / 8′ | — | 19,960 |
| 6.7L Cummins HO | SRW / 3.42 | 11,040* | Crew Cab / 6′4″ | — | 19,910 |
| 6.7L Cummins HO | SRW / 3.42 | 10,000 / 11,040* | Crew Cab / 8′ | 19,990 | — |
| 6.7L Cummins HO | SRW / 3.42 | 11,040* | Mega Cab / 6′4″ | — | 15,720 |
| 6.7L Cummins HO — Power Wagon | SRW / 3.42 | 11,040 | Crew Cab / 6′4″ | — | 19,630 |
*The source identifies sales codes Z2K/Z7G/Z3Y for starred GVWR entries. Verify the matching production configuration.
Selected 2027 Ram 3500 Towing Ratings
| Engine | Rear wheels / axle | GVWR (lbs) | Cab / bed | 4x2 towing (lbs) | 4x4 towing (lbs) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6.4L HEMI V8 | DRW / 4.10 | 14,000 | Regular Cab / 8′ | 18,140 | 17,760 |
| 6.4L HEMI V8 | DRW / 4.10 | 14,000 | Crew Cab / 8′ | 17,550 | 17,200 |
| 6.7L Cummins HO | SRW / 3.42 | 11,830 | Regular Cab / 8′ | — | 26,110 |
| 6.7L Cummins HO | SRW / 3.42 | 12,000 | Crew Cab / 8′ | 25,490 | — |
| 6.7L Cummins HO | SRW / 3.42 | 12,300 | Crew Cab / 8′ | — | 25,190 |
| 6.7L Cummins HO | DRW / 3.42 | 14,000 | Regular Cab / 8′ | 37,020 | 36,620 |
| 6.7L Cummins HO | DRW / 3.42 | 14,000 | Crew Cab / 8′ | 34,490 | 33,600 |
| 6.7L Cummins HO | DRW / 3.42 | 14,000 | Mega Cab / 6′4″ | — | 32,930 |
Why Engine and Rear Wheels Are Only Part of the Answer
Cab, bed, drivetrain, axle ratio, GVWR, GCWR and equipment all affect trailer capacity. For example, the listed Cummins DRW Regular Cab 4x2 reaches 37,020 pounds, while the DRW Crew Cab long-bed 4x2 is listed at 34,490 pounds.
Do not apply a Regular Cab rating to a Crew Cab or use a dually rating for a single-rear-wheel truck. Match the complete configuration before comparing capability with your trailer.
Conventional vs. Fifth-Wheel and Gooseneck Towing
The manufacturer guide requires a fifth-wheel or gooseneck hitch for Ram 2500 trailers over 20,000 pounds and Ram 3500 trailers over 23,000 pounds.
For conventional Class V receiver towing, the guide lists maximum tongue weight of 2,000 pounds for Ram 2500 and 2,300 pounds for Ram 3500. It recommends conventional tongue weight equal to 10% of gross trailer weight. Actual vehicle and hitch limits must also be respected.
Verify the truck’s applicable towing data, installed hitch rating, loaded pin or tongue weight, payload and axle loads. A fifth-wheel/gooseneck tow prep group provides mounting provisions; it does not by itself establish the installed hitch or complete setup’s rating.
Check Payload Before Choosing a Tow Vehicle
Passengers, cargo, added equipment and trailer tongue or pin weight use the truck’s payload capacity. A trailer weight within a listed towing rating does not automatically mean the truck has enough remaining payload.
Review our 2027 Ram Heavy Duty payload chart alongside the exact truck’s loading label and towing data. The manufacturer’s towing and payload maximums are separate ratings, not simultaneous allowances.
Compare Your Work Trailer or RV With a Specific Truck
Whether you tow equipment around Hayward, haul materials through Oakland or take an RV out of San Leandro, start with the trailer’s fully loaded weight. Include water, supplies, tools and equipment rather than relying on dry weight alone.
Bring the following information when comparing trucks:
- Trailer GVWR and expected fully loaded weight.
- Loaded trailer tongue or fifth-wheel/gooseneck pin weight.
- Hitch type and installed hitch rating.
- Combined weight of occupants, cargo and added equipment.
- The stock number or VIN of the truck you are considering.
Our San Leandro CDJR team can help you review the truck’s configuration and vehicle labels. For engine specifications and a broader capability comparison, visit the 2027 Ram Heavy Duty towing and payload overview .
2027 Ram Heavy Duty Towing Questions
Can every 2027 Ram 3500 tow 37,020 pounds?
No. That rating belongs to the specific properly equipped Cummins High Output DRW 4x2 Regular Cab configuration described above.
Does 4x4 always increase towing capacity?
No. The listed maximum Cummins DRW Regular Cab entries are 37,020 pounds for 4x2 and 36,620 pounds for 4x4. Compare the exact configuration you plan to buy.
Are Power Wagon ratings the same as other Ram 2500 models?
No. The guide provides separate Power Wagon entries, including 10,530 pounds for the listed HEMI configuration and 19,630 pounds for the listed Cummins configuration. Use the matching entry and equipment.
Does fifth-wheel pin weight count toward payload?
Yes. Weight transferred to the truck through the hitch uses payload capacity alongside occupants, cargo and added equipment.
Does the tow prep group include everything needed to tow?
Do not assume the prep group establishes a complete towing setup. Confirm the installed hitch, connections, equipment and all applicable ratings for the truck and trailer.
Find a Ram Heavy Duty Truck for Your Trailer
Tell us what you plan to tow and which truck you are considering. Include your trailer’s loaded weight, hitch type, tongue or pin weight and a truck stock number or VIN if available. Our San Leandro CDJR team can help you compare configurations.
Source: Ram, “2027 Ram Heavy Duty Payload & Towing — Weight Capacities,” ©2026 FCA US LLC. All ratings are for properly equipped configurations. Source weights are in pounds and rounded to the nearest 10 pounds.
Maximum trailer weight and maximum payload ratings are mutually exclusive; they are not simultaneous allowances. Never exceed GVWR, GCWR, either axle’s GAWR, the vehicle’s loading limit or any tire, hitch or component rating. Trailer ratings follow SAE J2807 with source calculation allowances of 300 pounds for passengers, 100 pounds for options and trailering equipment weights of 75 pounds for conventional, 40 pounds for gooseneck or 250 pounds for fifth-wheel equipment. Account for your actual load and equipment. Verify the exact truck’s labels, owner’s manual and applicable Ram configuration data before loading or towing. Specifications may change.