2020 Model Year
Source: Official RAM Towing Guide

RAM 1500
Towing Capacity

24 configurations · Official Manufacturer Data

12,750lbs max tow

Best-case across all configurations

2020 RAM 1500

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TONGUE WEIGHT ESTIMATOR

ESTIMATE REAL-WORLD TONGUE WEIGHT BEFORE YOU TOW

Maximum loaded weight of your trailer

ADD REAL-WORLD EXTRAS

Propane tanks (20 lb)
0
× 40 lbs
Lead acid batteries
0
× 60 lbs
Fresh water (gal)
0
× 8.3 lbs

Enter your trailer GVWR to calculate estimated tongue weight.

Towing Calculator

Driver Weight (lbs)
Passengers
Avg Passenger Weight (lbs)
Bed Cargo Weight (lbs)
Hitch + WDH Equipment (lbs)

Ball hitch: 30–50 lbs · WDH: 100–200 lbs

Trailer Tongue Weight (lbs)
Max Rated
12,750
lbs · OEM rating
−
Load Penalty
0
lbs · above baseline
=
Available to Tow
12,750
lbs · your setup
Available (100%)
Max tongue weight for this config: 1,275 lbs

Uses SAE J2807 standard (150 lb driver baseline). Always verify ratings with your owner's manual and dealer before towing.

MAX5.7L V8 gasoline
395 hp · 410 lb-ft
Cab
Double Cab
Bed
Long Bed
Drive
2WD
Payload
—
Max Tow
12,750lbs
3L V6 diesel
260 hp · 480 lb-ft
Cab
Double Cab
Bed
Long Bed
Drive
2WD
Payload
—
Max Tow
12,560lbs
5.7L V8 gasoline
395 hp · 410 lb-ft
Cab
Double Cab
Bed
Long Bed
Drive
2WD
Payload
—
Max Tow
11,620lbs
5.7L V8 gasoline
395 hp · 410 lb-ft
Cab
Crew Cab
Bed
Short Bed
Drive
2WD
Payload
—
Max Tow
11,530lbs
5.7L V8 gasoline
395 hp · 410 lb-ft
Cab
Crew Cab
Bed
Long Bed
Drive
2WD
Payload
—
Max Tow
11,480lbs
5.7L V8 gasoline
395 hp · 410 lb-ft
Cab
Double Cab
Bed
Long Bed
Drive
4WD
Payload
—
Max Tow
11,410lbs
5.7L V8 gasoline
395 hp · 410 lb-ft
Cab
Crew Cab
Bed
Long Bed
Drive
2WD
Payload
—
Max Tow
11,390lbs
5.7L V8 gasoline
395 hp · 410 lb-ft
Cab
Crew Cab
Bed
Short Bed
Drive
2WD
Payload
—
Max Tow
11,390lbs
5.7L V8 gasoline
395 hp · 410 lb-ft
Cab
Double Cab
Bed
Long Bed
Drive
4WD
Payload
—
Max Tow
11,320lbs
5.7L V8 gasoline
395 hp · 410 lb-ft
Cab
Crew Cab
Bed
Long Bed
Drive
4WD
Payload
—
Max Tow
11,290lbs
5.7L V8 gasoline
395 hp · 410 lb-ft
Cab
Crew Cab
Bed
Short Bed
Drive
4WD
Payload
—
Max Tow
11,280lbs
5.7L V8 gasoline
395 hp · 410 lb-ft
Cab
Crew Cab
Bed
Short Bed
Drive
4WD
Payload
—
Max Tow
11,220lbs
5.7L V8 gasoline
395 hp · 410 lb-ft
Cab
Crew Cab
Bed
Long Bed
Drive
4WD
Payload
—
Max Tow
11,080lbs
3L V6 diesel
260 hp · 480 lb-ft
Cab
Crew Cab
Bed
Long Bed
Drive
2WD
Payload
—
Max Tow
9,950lbs
3L V6 diesel
260 hp · 480 lb-ft
Cab
Crew Cab
Bed
Short Bed
Drive
2WD
Payload
—
Max Tow
9,910lbs
3L V6 diesel
260 hp · 480 lb-ft
Cab
Double Cab
Bed
Long Bed
Drive
4WD
Payload
—
Max Tow
9,860lbs
3L V6 diesel
260 hp · 480 lb-ft
Cab
Crew Cab
Bed
Short Bed
Drive
4WD
Payload
—
Max Tow
9,710lbs
3L V6 diesel
260 hp · 480 lb-ft
Cab
Crew Cab
Bed
Long Bed
Drive
4WD
Payload
—
Max Tow
9,550lbs
3.6L V6 gasoline
305 hp · 269 lb-ft
Cab
Double Cab
Bed
Long Bed
Drive
2WD
Payload
—
Max Tow
7,710lbs
3.6L V6 gasoline
305 hp · 269 lb-ft
Cab
Crew Cab
Bed
Short Bed
Drive
2WD
Payload
—
Max Tow
7,620lbs
3.6L V6 gasoline
305 hp · 269 lb-ft
Cab
Crew Cab
Bed
Long Bed
Drive
2WD
Payload
—
Max Tow
7,580lbs
3.6L V6 gasoline
305 hp · 269 lb-ft
Cab
Double Cab
Bed
Long Bed
Drive
4WD
Payload
—
Max Tow
7,460lbs
3.6L V6 gasoline
305 hp · 269 lb-ft
Cab
Crew Cab
Bed
Short Bed
Drive
4WD
Payload
—
Max Tow
7,410lbs
3.6L V6 gasoline
305 hp · 269 lb-ft
Cab
Crew Cab
Bed
Long Bed
Drive
4WD
Payload
—
Max Tow
7,390lbs

* Amber values indicate highest available tow rating for current filter. "pkg req." = tow package required.

⚠ IMPORTANT — READ BEFORE TOWING

Figures shown are base configuration ratings from official manufacturer towing guides. Your actual capacity may differ based on installed options and accessories. For non-HD trucks, payload is often the limiting factor — not tow rating. Always check: (1) the yellow sticker on your driver door jamb for actual payload, (2) your hitch receiver weight rating, and (3) real-world tongue weight including propane, batteries and water.

Frequently Asked Questions

The 2020 RAM 1500 can tow between 7,390 and 12,750 lbs, depending on the engine, cab style, bed length, and drivetrain. The maximum rated towing capacity of 12,750 lbs is achieved with the optimal configuration when properly equipped.

The 5.7L V8 gasoline delivers the highest towing capacity on the 2020 RAM 1500, rated at up to 12,750 lbs. It produces 395 hp and 410 lb-ft of torque.

No — the 2020 RAM 1500 can reach its maximum towing capacity of 12,750 lbs without a factory tow package. However, adding a tow package may include convenience features like an integrated trailer brake controller or upgraded cooling.

On the 2020 RAM 1500, the 2WD configuration tows more — up to 12,750 lbs versus 11,410 lbs for 4WD, a difference of 1,340 lbs. The 2WD variant's advantage comes from a lower curb weight, which directly increases available towing capacity.

The Double Cab cab tows the most on the 2020 RAM 1500, rated up to 12,750 lbs. Other cab styles are: Crew Cab (11,530 lbs).

The tongue weight limit for the 2020 RAM 1500 ranges from 739–1,275 lbs depending on configuration. Tongue weight — the downward force your trailer hitch applies to the truck — should be kept between 10% and 15% of your total trailer weight. Exceeding the tongue weight limit can cause trailer sway and loss of steering control even when within the max tow rating.