Ram 2500 Towing Capacity Review

Ram 2500 Towing Capacity  

When it comes to sheer power and performance, the Ram 2500 towing capacity stands out in the crowd. In this in-depth review, we're embarking on a journey into the heart of a heavy-duty truck that doesn't just get the job done – it also redefines what it means to have a powerful and versatile work machine in your driveway.

Whether you're a professional hauling material for the job site, a weekend warrior tackling DIY projects around your home, or an avid traveler seeking the ultimate companion for towing your fifth wheel on cross-country adventures, the Ram 2500 is your ticket to unbridled capability and freedom.

2024 Ram 2500 Towing Capacity Explained

If you're ready to get out there and get stuff done, you'll love the 2024 Ram 2500 tow capacity. Tow up to an impressive 19,990 pounds,1 which is perfect for heavy-duty jobs of all kinds. This incredible maximum towing capacity is thanks to the available 6.7-liter Cummins turbo-diesel inline six-cylinder engine that boasts 850 pound-feet of torque.

2024 Ram 2500 Payload Capacity

With a remarkable payload capacity of up to 4,000 pounds, this truck's capabilities extend far beyond the mighty Ram 2500 max towing capacity. This hefty payload capacity is available with the 6.2-liter HEMI V8 engine, and it opens up a world of possibilities for truck owners, making it an ideal choice for a wide range of tasks and adventures.

With this rating, you can load up the bed of your 2024 Ram 2500 truck with materials, tools, and equipment for the job site or your home, your camping gear, a slide-in truck camper, feed for livestock, sports equipment, and so much more.

This truck isn't just great for the everyday truck enthusiast; it's also made for business and commercial needs. In fact, the Ram 2500 truck is part of our commercial vehicle lineup due to its versatility and capability.


Ram 2500 Engine Specs and Performance

2024 Ram 2500 Engine Specs and Performance

The 2024 Ram 2500 towing capacity is all thanks to the two engine options available for this heavy-duty truck lineup.

First, the 6.4-liter HEMI V-8 engine comes standard on every 2024 Ram 2500. This engine provides 410 horsepower and 429 pound-feet of torque. If you're looking for the most payload capacity available, this is the engine for you. This engine provides a maximum payload rating of 4,000 pounds and a maximum towing capability of 17,730 pounds.1

The available 6.7-liter Cummins turbo-diesel engine ups the ante with its maximum available towing capacity of 19,990 pounds.1 This powerful engine provides 370 horsepower and 850 pound-feet of torque, and it offers a maximum available payload rating of 3,150 pounds.


2024 Ram 2500 Towing Capacity

What Can You Tow With the 2024 Ram 2500?

The maximum 19,990-pound1 towing capacity of the 2024 Ram 2500 truck opens up a world of towing possibilities. This kind of towing prowess means you can confidently hitch up a wide range of trailers and equipment, making this truck a dependable companion for various tasks and adventures. Examples of loads you can tow with this truck include:

  • Large trailers and RVs: This truck can effortlessly handle sizable travel trailers and fifth-wheel campers.
  • Heavy equipment: The Ram 2500 towing capacity allows you to transport heavy machinery for construction and job sites.
  • Horse and livestock trailers: Equestrians and farmers can rely on the Ram 2500 to tow horse trailers, livestock carriers, and agricultural equipment safely and efficiently.
  • Boats and watercraft: Hauling many types of boats and watercraft is a breeze for the Ram 2500 truck.
  • Utility and cargo trailers: The Ram 2500 truck can easily handle utility and cargo trailers of many sizes.

The Ram 2500 truck is a powerful presence in the all-new CDJR inventory at our Ram truck dealership. Whether you have towing needs for work or recreation, this robust truck will not disappoint.


2024 Ram 2500 Trim Levels and Packages

The new Ram 2500 truck offers seven trim models that are well-appointed and well-suited to the varying needs and lifestyles of many truck enthusiasts. The trim lineup includes the following well-featured models.

  • Ram 2500 Tradesman
  • Ram 2500 Big Horn
  • Ram 2500 Laramie
  • Ram 2500 Rebel
  • Ram 2500 Power Wagon
  • Ram 2500 Limited Longhorn
  • Ram 2500 Limited

This truck offers a Regular Cab, Crew Cab, or Mega Cab configuration, depending on the trim, with either a 6-foot, 4-inch box or an 8-foot box.

Packages available that enhance the Ram 2500 towing include:

  • Tow-Mode Digital Rearview Mirror Package: This package offers a digital rearview mirror with camera angles for the length of your trailer and behind your trailer.
  • Tow Technology Plus Group: This package provides a digital rearview mirror with side cameras and a trailer reverse steering control knob.
  • Towing Technology Group: This package provides blind spot detection with tag-trailer and cross-path detection, a cargo-view camera, a surround-view camera system, and trailer reverse guidance.

Tow-Enhancing Features of the 2024 Ram 2500

Depending on which trim level stands out to you the most, you'll find various features and amenities on the Ram 2500 truck. Many of the available features provide premium comforts and cutting-edge technology for convenience and to enhance your overall driving and towing experience.

This powerful truck offers a rugged exterior with a RamBox Cargo Management system in the truck's bed. This feature provides two lockable and drainable storage bins with LED lighting, perfect for storing your tools, gear, and more. Plus, you'll find a front driver-side 115-volt power outlet for powering your tools at the job site or on the go.

The Ram 2500 truck also features telescopic trailer tow mirrors to help enhance your visibility when towing a trailer. They can extend and retract whenever you need them to, helping you get your truck into tight parking spots.

This truck features an auto-leveling rear air suspension that provides a bed-lowering mode to bring the suspension to its lowest position for easier trailer hookup. You'll also find a trailer tire pressure monitoring feature and integrated towing hardware with a factory-installed rear-axle structural cross member, complete with mounting hardware for a fifth wheel or gooseneck hitch.

With the available advanced digital cluster, you can view vehicle dynamics and diagnostics, your trailer tire pressure monitoring summary, turn-by-turn navigation, and much more on a full-color 12-inch screen right in your field of view. Other available features of the Digital Cluster Display include Trailer Tow Pages, where you can check additional essential information, such as your trailer lights and brake status.

Experience Robust Capability With the 2024 Ram 2500 Towing Capacity

It's no secret: The Ram 2500 tow capacity makes this truck highly desirable in the landscape of heavy-duty trucks. With the available engine options providing up to 19,990 pounds of towing capacity1 and up to 4,000 pounds of payload capacity, there isn't much this truck can't handle.

If you're looking for a robust truck capable of handling tough jobs but still comfortable enough for cross-country road trips, explore our new Ram 2500 inventory at Lake Keowee Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram.

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