How Much Can the 2026 Ram 2500 Tow?
New Ram 2500 Performance & Towing Guide at Leavens Chrysler
With a hefty payload of 4,320 lb and a jaw-dropping max towing potential of 20,000 lbs, the 2026 Ram 2500 is second-to-none when it comes to getting your gear from A to B. Capable of hitching anything from utility trailers full of materials to horse boxes, this workhorse heavy duty pickup truck is your number one companion at work or play. It’s not just about the numbers, though; keep reading as our experts at Leavens Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram check out what else the 2026 Ram 2500 has on board to make light work of your most intensive towing jobs, and get in touch today to test drive yours in London, ON!
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6.4 L HEMI V8 & 6.7 L Turbo Diesel I6: It’s Where the Magic Happens
To achieve its incredible feats of strength, the 2026 Ram 2500 offers a choice of two souped-up powertrains: the 6.4 L HEMI V8, topping out at 405 horsepower, 429 pound-feet of torque, and 17,540 lbs of towing, and the 6.7 L High-Output Cummins Turbo Diesel I6 with intense performance up to 430 horsepower, 1,075 pound-feet of torque, and a 20,000 lb towing capacity. Accompanied by a 4,320 lb max payload rating and tempered by heavy-duty four-wheel disc antilock brakes for safe, responsive stopping, the 2026 Ram 2500 proves its worth as a heavy-duty pickup truck suited to pulling farm equipment, commercial trailers, or even a boat.
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2026 Ram 2500 Engine Options |
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| Engine | 6.4 L HEMI V8 | 6.7 L High-Output Cummins Turbo Diesel I6 |
| Horsepower | 405 | 430 |
| Torque (lb.-ft) | 429 | 1,075 |
| Maximum Towing Capacity (kg / lb) | 8,051 / 17,540 | 9,071 / 20,000 |
| Transmission | 8-Speed Automatic Transmission | |
| Standard/Available On | Tradesman, Big Horn, Laramie, Power Wagon, Rebel, Limited, Limited Longhorn | Tradesman, Big Horn, Rebel, Laramie, Limited, Limited Longhorn |
Tow Smarter, Not Harder with Tire Pressuring Systems & Fifth-Wheel/Gooseneck Prep
The 2026 Ram 2500 makes full use of its brawn by offering a number of towing-focused additions designed to work safer and smarter. For instance, its factory-installed rear-axle structural crossmember incorporates dedicated mounting hardware, and makes even lighter work of your heaviest jobs when combined with the Ram 2500’s available Fifth-Wheel/Gooseneck Prep Package.
Speaking of smart additions, the heavy-duty 2026 Ram 2500 and 3500 are hailed as ‘The Most Advanced Ram Heavy Duty Pickups Ever’ owing to the Uconnect 5 system’s towing-specific navigation, available Tire Pressure Monitoring, Gauge Summary, and 3D Diagnostics, as well as its dedicated Tow Modes for its available Digital Rearview Mirror and Surround View Camera for unparalleled views around your trailer. The 2026 Ram 2500 HD also offers Trailer Tow Pages with a comprehensive overview of trailer health, including Trailer Check Light Sequences and Brake Status data.
Shop the 2026 Ram 2500 at Leavens Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram
There’s no doubt about it: when you’ve got work equipment or materials to haul, the 2026 Ram 2500 should be the first thing on your mind. Check out the range today at Leavens Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram and get in touch with our Ram experts for more information about the 2500’s many expanded safety, design, and capability features! We’ll even give you a quick, no-nonsense valuation on your current vehicle if you’re looking to upgrade!