2024 Ram 1500 Towing Capacity

There are factors that play a role in determining a truck's towing capacity. It's essential to understand the difference between towing capacity and payload capacity. Towing capacity refers to the maximum weight a truck can tow behind it in a trailer, while payload capacity represents the weight a truck can carry in its bed. The primary consideration is the weight and capacity of both your trailer and your truck. Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (WVWR) refers to the weight of your truck and its full payload capacity. In contrast, Gross Trailer Weight Rating (GTWR) is the weight of your trailer combined with the maximum cargo weight it can handle. As one might anticipate, the Gross Combined Weight is the sum of a fully loaded truck and a fully loaded trailer.

The 2024 Ram 1500 offers a choice of two distinct engine options, both providing different levels of power and towing capacity. Starting with the standard equipment, the 3.6L Pentastar V6 engine incorporates eTorque mild-hybrid technology for an optimal blend of performance and efficiency. This engine grants drivers a towing capacity of 7,510 pounds, producing 305 horsepower and 273 lb-ft of torque. When equipped with Ram's Trailer Tow Package, the towing capacity of Ram 1500 V6 models increases to 7,730 pounds. Finally, the 5.7L HEMI V8 engine with eTorque technology provides drivers with a hefty 395 horsepower and 410 lb-ft of torque. This offers a robust towing capacity of 11,320 pounds. However, with the Trailer Tow Package, the HEMI engine equipped with eTorque leads the lineup, boasting an exceptional towing capacity of 12,750 pounds.

Ram understands that in order to compete with other trucks on the market, they can't rely on powerful engines alone. This is why the Ram 1500 offers a comprehensive array of cutting-edge towing technologies aimed at simplifying the task. When towing a trailer, visibility is paramount. That's why the Ram 1500 offers a 360-degree surround-view camera system, providing a bird's-eye view of both the truck and the trailer. Furthermore, the Trailer Camera Prep package enables you to affix up to two additional cameras inside or on your trailer and have the view displayed on the truck's infotainment screen. Ram also offers a blindspot monitoring system that extends its coverage to accommodate the trailer's length, automatically detecting vehicles in your blind spots. Additionally, all Ram 1500 models come equipped with an LED trailer hitch light as a standard feature, making trailer connection a breeze even in low-light conditions. Another Ram towing technology feature is designed to enhance the safety of reversing the truck with a trailer. The trailer reverse steering control system employs a knob positioned in the center stack, allowing the driver to adjust the trailer's direction while the truck takes over steering control. Finally, the option of rear air suspension for the Ram 1500 empowers drivers to lower the rear end of the truck, ensuring better alignment with fifth wheels, conventional trailers, and goosenecks.

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