2026 Model Year
Source: Official RAM Towing Guide

RAM 1500
Towing Capacity

16 configurations · Official Manufacturer Data

11,610lbs max tow

Best-case across all configurations

2026 RAM 1500

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TONGUE WEIGHT ESTIMATOR

ESTIMATE REAL-WORLD TONGUE WEIGHT BEFORE YOU TOW

Maximum loaded weight of your trailer

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Propane tanks (20 lb)
0
× 40 lbs
Lead acid batteries
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× 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
11,610
lbs · OEM rating
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Load Penalty
0
lbs · above baseline
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Available to Tow
11,610
lbs · your setup
Available (100%)
Max tongue weight for this config: 1,161 lbs

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

3L I6 gasoline
420 hp · 469 lb-ft
Double Cab
Long Bed
2WD
MAX11,610lbs
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3L I6 gasoline
420 hp · 469 lb-ft
Crew Cab
Short Bed
2WD
11,490lbs
—
3L I6 gasoline
420 hp · 469 lb-ft
Crew Cab
Long Bed
2WD
11,420lbs
—
3L I6 gasoline
420 hp · 469 lb-ft
Double Cab
Long Bed
4WD
11,370lbs
—
5.7L V8 gasoline
395 hp · 410 lb-ft
Crew Cab
Short Bed
2WD
11,320lbs
—
3L I6 gasoline
420 hp · 469 lb-ft
Crew Cab
Long Bed
4WD
11,220lbs
—
3L I6 gasoline
420 hp · 469 lb-ft
Crew Cab
Short Bed
4WD
11,200lbs
—
3L I6 gasoline
540 hp · 521 lb-ft
Crew Cab
Short Bed
4WD
10,000lbs
—
5.7L V8 gasoline
395 hp · 410 lb-ft
Crew Cab
Short Bed
4WD
9,590lbs
—
3L I6 gasoline
540 hp · 521 lb-ft
Crew Cab
Short Bed
4WD
8,360lbs
—
3.6L V6 gasoline
305 hp · 269 lb-ft
Double Cab
Long Bed
2WD
8,130lbs
—
3.6L V6 gasoline
305 hp · 269 lb-ft
Crew Cab
Short Bed
2WD
7,570lbs
—
3.6L V6 gasoline
305 hp · 269 lb-ft
Double Cab
Long Bed
4WD
7,470lbs
—
3.6L V6 gasoline
305 hp · 269 lb-ft
Crew Cab
Short Bed
4WD
7,340lbs
—
3.6L V6 gasoline
305 hp · 269 lb-ft
Crew Cab
Long Bed
2WD
6,570lbs
—
3.6L V6 gasoline
305 hp · 269 lb-ft
Crew Cab
Long Bed
4WD
6,340lbs
—

* 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 2026 RAM 1500 can tow between 6,340 and 11,610 lbs, depending on the engine, cab style, bed length, and drivetrain. The maximum rated towing capacity of 11,610 lbs is achieved with the optimal configuration when properly equipped.

The 3L I6 gasoline delivers the highest towing capacity on the 2026 RAM 1500, rated at up to 11,610 lbs. It produces 420 hp and 469 lb-ft of torque.

No — the 2026 RAM 1500 can reach its maximum towing capacity of 11,610 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 2026 RAM 1500, the 2WD configuration tows more — up to 11,610 lbs versus 11,370 lbs for 4WD, a difference of 240 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 2026 RAM 1500, rated up to 11,610 lbs. Other cab styles are: Crew Cab (11,490 lbs).

The tongue weight limit for the 2026 RAM 1500 ranges from 634–1,161 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.