2017 Ram 1500 Towing Capacity

The Ram 1500 was introduced into Ram’s lineup as a full-size pickup truck in 1993 and is still made today. Ram is one of the best-selling truck brands in the USA and has many features consumers expect from today’s trucks, including towing. But what is the towing capacity of a 2017 Ram 1500?

A 2017 Ram 1500 has a maximum towing capacity of 10,620 pounds when properly equipped.

The 2017 Ram 1500 tow capacity can vary based on a few different factors such as engine size, drivetrain, and others which we’ll cover in this guide.

There’s a bit more to know about the 2017 Ram 1500 tow capacity which we’ll cover in today’s guide.

How Much Can The 2017 Ram 1500 Tow?

The 2017 Ram 1500 has a towing capacity of 10,620 pounds.

The 2017 Ram 1500 tow capacity is affected by other factors like engine type, drivetrain, the weight of cargo and passengers, and whether your vehicle has a towing package equipped or not.

You can always reach out to your local Ram dealership for details to confirm how much your 1500 can tow.

You can also read our guide on what makes a vehicle towing capacity to learn all the aspects that go into it.

ram 1500 towing a 5th wheel trailer
The 2017 Ram 1500 has a max tow capacity of 10,620 pounds, making it capable of pulling heavy loads.

Towing Capacity By Engine Size

There are three engine options for the 2017 Ram 1500: a 3.0L EcoDiesel V6 engine, a 3.6L V6 engine, and a 5.7L HEMI V8 engine.

5.7L HEMI V8 Engine Towing Capacity: 10,620 pounds

3.6L V6 Engine Towing Capacity: 7,600 pounds

3.0L EcoDiesel V6 Engine Towing Capacity: 9,210 pounds

Note that these are the max towing limits for each 2017 Ram 1500 engine. Your Ram 1500 may have a lower towing capacity based on the drivetrain, axle ratio, and if your vehicle has a towing package installed.

2017 Ram 1500 Towing Capacity Chart
2017 Ram 1500 Towing Capacity Chart

2017 Ram 1500 Tow Capacity By Trim Level

There are seven total trim levels for the 2017 Ram 1500, and some engines are not available on certain trims, so they’ll each have different max towing limits.

Here’s the max tow capacity broken down for each trim level on the 2017 Ram 1500:

2023 Ram 1500 Tradesman: 10,620 pounds (with 5.7L HEMI engine)

2023 Ram 1500 Express: 10,620 pounds (with 5.7L HEMI engine)

2023 Ram 1500 Big Horn: 10,620 pounds (with 5.7L HEMI engine)

2023 Ram 1500 Sport: 10,620 pounds (with 5.7L HEMI engine)

2023 Ram 1500 Night: 10,620 pounds (with 5.7L HEMI engine)

2023 Ram 1500 Rebel: 10,620 pounds (with 5.7L HEMI engine and 4×4)

2023 Ram 1500 Laramie: 10,620 pounds (with 5.7L HEMI engine)

2023 Ram 1500 Limited: 10,620 pounds (with 5.7L HEMI engine)

2017 Ram 1500 Payload Capacity

The maximum payload capacity of the 2017 Ram 1500 is 1,880 pounds.

Please note, the payload capacity will vary based on factors such as engine type, drivetrain and whether or not your vehicle is equipped with a towing package that includes other features like an engine oil cooler or transmission oil cooler.

If you are unsure of your vehicle’s payload capacity, please contact your local dealership for details.

2017 Ram 1500 Payload Capacity Chart
2017 Ram 1500 Payload Capacity Chart

2017 Ram 1500 Tow Package

The 2017 1500 does not come with a tow package installed, but it is available as an add-on.

Towing package options that can be added to the 2017 Ram 1500 include a hitch receiver,  trailer wiring harness, and a trailer brake controller.

2017 Ram 1500 Towing Capacity Vs Competitors

The 2017 Ram 1500 has a maximum towing capacity of 10,620 pounds, which makes it capable of doing some heavy duty trailer towing.  This number is similar to its main competitors, the 2017 Ford F-150 and the 2017 Ram 1500.

Here are some similar vehicles to the Ram 1500 and their towing capacities below:

2017 Ford F-150 Towing Capacity: 12,200 pounds

2017 Chevy Silverado 1500 Towing Capacity: 12,500 pounds

2017 GMC Sierra 1500 Towing Capacity: 13,000 pounds

2017 Toyota Tundra Towing Capacity: 12,000 pounds

2017 Nissan Titan Towing Capacity: 11,060 pounds

2017 Ram Trucks Towing Capacity Chart

ModelTowing Capacity
2017 Ram 350037,090 lbs
2017 Ram 250019,990 lbs
2017 Ram 150010,620 lbs
2017 Ram Trucks Tow Capacity Chart

Data Accuracy

We’ve gathered all data represented here from the official 2017 Ram 1500 Owner’s Manual on Mopar’s site and have checked all data thoroughly for accuracy.

Having said that, we still recommend you refer to your vehicle’s owner’s manual yourself before towing with a 2017 Ram 1500.

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