January 22 2025,
What is the towing capacity of the Ram 2500 with gas and diesel engines? And how does the Ram 3500 perform in towing? When purchasing a Ram 3500 or 2500 truck, towing capacity is certainly one of the selection criteria. In this regard, both the Ram 2500 and the Ram 3500 pickup trucks offer all the capabilities you need, whether for carrying construction equipment or towing your boat or RV.
Your go-to RAM dealer in Abitibi, Thibault Chrysler Amos, provides more information about the towing capacities of the Ram 2500 and 3500, whether they are gasoline or diesel-powered!
| Engine Specs | ||
|---|---|---|
| Engine | HP | Torque |
| 6.4L V8 HEMI / 8 Speed AT | 405 hp | 429 lb.-ft. |
| 6.7L I6 H.O. Diesel / 8 Speed AT | 430 hp | 1,075 lb.-ft. |
| RAM 2500 | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Cab | Regular Cab | Crew Cab | Mega Cab |
| 6,4 L HEMI V8 | 15 220 – 17 540 lbs | 10 590 – 17 390 lbs | 14 470 – 16 660 lbs |
| 6,7 L Turbodiesel | 19 980 - 19 990 lbs | 18 230 – 20 000 lbs | 15 620 lbs |
| Ram 2500 Capabilities | ||
|---|---|---|
| Capabilities | Engine | Ram 2500 |
| Max GVWR (lbs.) | 6.4L V8 / 6.7L I6 | 10,000 lbs. / 10,190 lbs. |
| Max Payload (lbs.) | 6.4L V8 / 6.7L I6 | 4,320 lbs. / 2,750 lbs. |
| Max GCWR (lbs.) | 6.4L V8 / 6.7L I6 | 24,250 lbs. / 28,110 lbs. |
| Max Towing (lbs.) | 6.4L V8 / 6.7L I6 | 17,750 lbs. / 20,000 lbs. |
| RAM 3500 | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Cab | Regular Cab | Crew Cab | Mega Cab |
| 6,4 L HEMI V8 | 15 470 – 18 210 lbs | 14 580 – 17 580 lbs | 14 760 – 17 160 lbs |
| 6,7 L Turbodiesel | 20 230 – 22 660 lbs | 19 680 – 22 010 lbs | 19 490 – 21 490 lbs |
| 6,7 L High Output Turbodiesel | 25,970 – 37,090 lbs 23,000 – 36,610 lbs (2025) |
23,600 – 34,460 lbs | 24,070 – 32,930 lbs |
| Ram 3500 Capabilities | ||
|---|---|---|
| Capabilities | Engine | Ram 3500 |
| Max GVWR (lbs.) | 6.4L V8 / 6.7L I6 | 14,000 lbs. / 14,000 lbs. |
| Max Payload (lbs.) | 6.4L V8 / 6.7L I6 | 7,590 lbs. / 6,050 lbs. |
| Max GCWR (lbs.) | 6.4L V8 / 6.7L I6 | 25,000 lbs. / 45,000 lbs. |
| Max Towing (lbs.) | 6.4L V8 / 6.7L I6 | 18,150 lbs. / 36,610 lbs. |
The Ram 2500 for sale offers 2 engine options, including a 6.4-litre HEMI V8 with 410 horsepower (405 horsepower in 2025) and 429 lb-ft of torque, which allows for a maximum towing capacity of 7,956 kg (17,540 lbs).
Discover it now in our RAM 2500 and 3500 inventory and enjoy a discount offering the 6.7-litre Cummins engine for free.
For 2025, RAM has reworked its diesel engine to offer even more power; indeed, the high-output version will now be offered from the RAM 2500 HD model! This version provides a total power of 430 horsepower and 1,075 lb-ft of torque. The manufacturer has also made significant changes to the popular 2025 RAM 1500.
For 2025, the RAM 3500 continues to deliver exceptional towing capabilities with three engine options:
In 2025, RAM enhances its technology offering by providing:
In 2024, the Ram 2500 offers two robust engine options:
The 2024 Ram 3500 features impressive capabilities with three engine choices:
The RAM 2500 vs 3500 trucks share many similarities; they offer common engines, a similar design, and similar interior equipment and amenities packages.
However, they both have distinct features in terms of chassis and suspension, with RAM offering different configurations depending on its models. The RAM 3500 is built for heavy-duty work, which allows it to offer superior towing and payload capacities. It also features a slightly higher weight.
These differences also manifest in driving. The RAM 2500 offers an excellent balance between robust capabilities and comfort, providing a more pleasant and quieter drive for daily use.
Overall, the RAM 2500 is primarily intended for drivers seeking versatility and a pleasant daily drive, while the RAM 3500 is more suited for workers and farmers who need more ruggedness.
Indeed, the Ram 2500 has impressive towing capacity; the same applies to the Ram 3500, which can tow even heavier loads.
However, these maximum capacities may be different, or even lower, due to certain factors such as:
Regarding the Ram 2500 and 3500, the following models and box-cabin configurations are available:
Towing heavy equipment on job sites or a recreational vehicle can be quite a challenge, which the Ram 2500 and 3500 trucks excellently meet thanks to the addition of numerous towing aid technologies that will greatly simplify your life.
You can benefit from, among other things, towing mirrors that extend to provide a wider view, effectively covering blind spots. Additionally, the addition of a 360-degree panoramic camera mounted on or inside the trailer will greatly assist you in your maneuvers, as will the reverse system with split-screen view, allowing you to back up solo and without issues; this system will be particularly useful if you need to reverse into tight spaces.
Finally, the trailer reverse steering control system will simplify your life like never before. With a simple press of the steering button located on the central console, this system takes control of the steering wheel to safely maneuver on your behalf.
In 2025, RAM enhances its technology offering by not only offering larger screens for viewing information (12 or 14.5 inches on the central screen and 12.3 inches for instrumentation) but also new features. These include a digital rearview mirror with a towing mode and blind spot cameras that greatly facilitate driving with a trailer. The new optional 10.25-inch passenger screen also allows your co-pilot to assist you like never before!
Opting for a Ram 2500 or 3500 truck means benefiting from formidable towing and payload capacities, no matter which trim is selected.
Do you want to learn more about the Ram 3500 and 2500, their respective towing capacities, or discover their many technologies and conveniences? Visit us at Thibault Chrysler in Amos and take the opportunity to check out our RAM promotions! Submit your RAM financing request or contact us for more information.
We also serve the following regions:
2024 RAM 2500 Big Horn
2024 RAM 2500 Big Horn
2024 RAM 3500 Big Horn
2024 RAM 3500 Tradesman
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