2025 Ram 1500 Towing Capacity

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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 2025 Ram 1500?

A 2025 Ram 1500 has a maximum towing capacity of 6,360 to 11,550 pounds when properly equipped.

The 2025 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 2025 Ram 1500 tow capacity which we’ll cover in today’s guide.

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How Much Can The 2025 Ram 1500 Tow?

The 2025 Ram 1500 has a maximum towing capacity of 11,550 pounds.

The 2025 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.

*The 2025 Ram 1500 can tow up to 11,550 pounds which allows it to pull heavy loads.*

Towing Capacity By Engine Size

There are three engine options for the 2025 Ram 1500: a 3.6L V6 engine with eTorque, a 3.0L Hurricane I6 SO Twin Turbo engine, and a 3.0L Hurricane I6 HO Twin Turbo engine.

2025 Ram 1500 3.6L Engine Towing Capacity: 8,110 pounds

2025 Ram 1500 3.0L Hurricane SO Engine Towing Capacity: 11,550 pounds

2025 Ram 1500 3.0L Hurricane HO Engine Towing Capacity: 9,340 pounds

Note that these are the max towing limits for each 2025 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.

2025 Ram 1500 Tow Capacity By Trim Level

2025 Ram 1500 Towing Capacity by Trim Level Chart

There are eleven total trim levels for the 2025 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 2025 Ram 1500:

2025 Ram 1500 Tradesman: 8,110 pounds

2025 Ram 1500 Tradesman HFE: 8,110 pounds

2025 Ram 1500 Warlock: 11,340 pounds

2025 Ram 1500 Big Horn: 11,550 pounds

2025 Ram 1500 Lonestar: 11,550 pounds

2025 Ram 1500 Laramie: 11,550 pounds

2025 Ram 1500 Rebel: 11,510 pounds

2025 Ram 1500 Limited: 9,920 pounds

2025 Ram 1500 Limited Longhorn: 9,920 pounds

2025 Ram 1500 Tungsten: 9,340 pounds

2025 Ram 1500 RHO: 11,510 pounds

2025 Ram 1500 Payload Capacity

The maximum payload capacity of the 2025 Ram 1500 is 1,190 pounds to 2,370 pounds.

Please note, the payload capacity will vary based on factors such as engine type, box length, cab style, and drivetrain.

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

2025 Ram 1500 Tow Packages & Features

The 2025 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 2022 Ram 1500 include a Class IV hitch receiver and the following options:

Teleswivel Options

The teleswivel accessories extend and swivel the trailer ball, giving you a 25% larger operating angle versus standard trailer hitches. These are available in standard, drop hitch, and adapter accessory channel versions.

The accessory channel options include a dual ball trailer mount and a pintle hitch style ball hitch.

Trailer Camera Kit

The 2025 Ram 1500 Trailer Camera Kit improves your rearview visibility to help get around obstacles with your trailer, and must be ordered with the Trailer Camera Wiring Prep Kit. The kit includes one wired camera with housing, trailer wiring harnesses, one 12-way plug, one 12-way park connector and mounting hardware.