The Ram 1500 has multiple manufacturing combinations along with different towing capacities for each variety.
Here you will find the towing capacities of the standard/stock towing capacity of each Ram 1500 by engine.
The towing capacity in the 2023 Ram 1500 ranges from 6,170 – 12,750 lbs. This is dependent on the cab size, bed size, drive, and most importantly engine. The engine type makes a big difference in the capabilities.
You should always use your own data to determine your towing capacity either through the manual or by calculating towing capacity on your own by using the weight capacities listed in your truck door.
Though I tried to make this information as accurate as possible, you should always check your manual or contact your local dealer to determine the appropriate towing capacity of your vehicle and necessary equipment.
Ram 1500 Trims
The Ram 1500 family has 8 trims.
- Tradesman
- Big Horn
- Lone Star
- Laramie
- Rebel
- Limited Longhorn
- Limited
- TRX
Each of these models has various options for customization, engine selection, cab size, and bed size.
Not all of these trims come in every option available.
Below are the images of some of the different trims. As you can see there aren’t drastic differences between each trim. Mostly there are differences in the wheels and the front grilles.
Ram 1500 Cab Sizes
The Ram 1500 only has two cab sizes compared to other trucks.
There is no regular cab which only has one row. Each of the cab options has two rows and can seat up to 6 people.
Crew Cab
The crew cab is the larger of the two cab sizes. This cab features two rows of seating and two full doors.
The back and the front door are about the same size.
In the rear seats, there are 45.2 inches of legroom, making it very spacious for back seat passengers.
Quad Cab
The quad cab is smaller than the Crew Cab but still has 4 full doors. The doors here are significantly smaller in the back; they do have their own handles though. (See below)
There are only 35.6 inches of rear legroom.
where this makes a difference is in the overall length of the vehicle. Even with the same size bed, the Quad Cab is nearly 20 inches shorter than the Crew cab making it easier to fit into garages and smaller spaces without compromising on bed size.
Ram 1500 Bed Sizes
The Ram 1500 only has two bed sizes. They have a 5′ 7″ bed and a 6′ 4″ bed.
Every Quad Cab is equipped with the 6′ 4″ bed, but most trims with Crew Cabs have the option to be in either the short or long length.
This bed type is a fleetside truck meaning that the wheel wells stick out into the bed of the truck making the shape no longer perfectly rectangular.
This is very common for trucks.
Ram 1500 Engine Performance
There are 3 available engines in the Ram 1500. Not every trim is available with each engine, but there are definitely a lot of choices.
We will walk you through the specs of each to help you decide what engine you want, or identify what engine you have if you already have your truck.
5.7 L Hemi V8 Engine with eTorque
This engine provides the highest available towing capacity.
It has a torque of 410 lb.-ft. and 395 hp.
Depending on the compatibility, this engine has a max towing capacity of 12,750 lbs.
This engine, as seen below is labeled very distinctly. You will notice it has bold white lettering on top.
3.6 L Pentastar V6 Engine with eTorque
The Pentastar engine with eTorque is the primary engine type in the standard trim models.
This engine is less powerful than the Hemi with 273 lb.-ft of torque and only 305 hp. Similarly, it can only tow a maximum capacity of 7,730 lbs.
Supercharged 6.2 L Hemi V8 Engine
The supercharged HEMI is a very unique engine in that it is only offered in the Ram 1500 TRX. It focuses on engine speed and force.
It has a torque of 650 lb.-ft and 702 hp.
It claims to have a 0-60 mph in 4.5 seconds.
Ram calls it “the most powerful factory-installed engine ever in a half-ton truck.”
If you have a TRX, you know you have a supercharged engine, otherwise, you will not have this under your hood.
3.0L Ecodiesel V6
The Ecodiesel engine is available in the Limited, Limited Longhorn, Laramie, and Big Horn trims.
Being a diesel engine is does offer the highest amount of torque at 480 lb.-ft but only 260 hp, which is expected.
Though it supplies extra torque, it actually has a max towing capacity of 9,600 lbs which is 200 lbs lower than the 5.7L engine with eTorque.
Max Towing Capacity by Engine
3.6 L 2023 Ram 1500 Towing Capacity
The 3.6 L Pentastar engine in the 2023 Ram 1500 has a towing capacity between 6,170 and 7,740 lbs.
Drive | Cab Size | Bed Size | Axle Ratio | Payload Capacity | Towing Capacity |
4x2 | Quad Cab | 6' 4" | 3.55 | 1240 lbs | 7740 lbs |
4x4 | Quad Cab | 6' 4" | 3.55 | 1840 lbs | 7530 lbs |
4x2 | Crew Cab | 5' 7" | 3.55 | 2020 lbs | 7490 lbs |
4x4 | Crew Cab | 5' 7" | 3.55 | 1840 | 7370 |
4x2 | Crew Cab | 6' 4" | 3.55 | 1980 lbs | 7470 lbs |
4x4 | Crew Cab | 6' 4" | 3.55 | 1810 | 7170 |
4x2 | Quad Cab | 6' 4" | 3.21 | 1240 lbs | 6760 lbs |
4x4 | Quad Cab | 6' 4" | 3.21 | 1840 lbs | 6530 |
4x2 | Crew Cab | 5' 7" | 3.21 | 2020 | 6490 |
4x4 | Crew Cab | 5' 7" | 3.21 | 1840 | 6370 |
4x2 | Crew Cab | 6' 4" | 3.21 | 1980 | 6470 |
4x4 | Crew Cab | 6' 4" | 3.21 | 1810 | 6170 |
5.7 L 2023 Ram 1500 Towing Capacity
The 5.7 L HEMI V8 engine in the 2023 Ram 1500 has a towing capacity between 7,810 and 11,520 lbs.
There is a max towing capacity of this engine of 12,750 lbs, but Ram does not specify which requirements there are to accomplish this.
Drive | Cab Size | Bed Size | Axle Ratio | Payload Capacity | Towing Capacity |
4x2 | Quad Cab | 6' 4" | 3.21 | 1850 lbs | 8420 lbs |
4x4 | Quad Cab | 6' 4" | 3.21 | 1860 lbs | 8220 lbs |
4x2 | Quad Cab | 6' 4" | 3.92 | 1850 lbs | 11520 lbs |
4x4 | Quad Cab | 6' 4" | 3.92 | 1860 lbs | 11320 lbs |
4x2 | Crew Cab | 5' 7" | 3.21 | 1760 lbs | 8270 lbs |
4x4 | Crew Cab | 5' 7" | 3.21 | 1800 lbs | 8110 lbs |
4x2 | Crew Cab | 6' 4" | 3.21 | 1720 lbs | 8230 lbs |
4x4 | Crew Cab | 6' 4" | 3.21 | 1750 | 7810 |
4x2 | Crew Cab | 5' 7" | 3.92 | 1760 lbs | 11370 lbs |
4x4 | Crew Cab | 5' 7" | 3.92 | 1800 lbs | 11200 lbs |
4x2 | Crew Cab | 6' 4" | 3.92 | 1720 lbs | 11330 lbs |
4x4 | Crew Cab | 6' 4" | 3.92 | 1750 | 10910 |
6.2 L 2023 Ram 1500 Towing Capacity
The 6.2 L Supercharged HEMI V8 engine in the 2023 Ram 1500 has a towing capacity of 8,100 lbs.
Drive | Engine | Cab Size | Bed Size | Axle Ratio | Payload Capacity | Towing Capacity |
4x4 | 6.2 L Supercharged Hemi V8 | Crew Cab | 5' 7" | 3.55 | 1310 lbs | 8100 |
3.0 L 2023 Ram 1500 Towing Capacity
The 3.0 L Ecodiesel engine in the 2023 Ram 1500 has a towing capacity of 9,600 lbs.
Drive | Cab Size | Towing Capacity |
4x4 | Crew Cab | 9,600 lbs |
Towing Capacity of Ram 1500 by year
| Year | Towing Capacity | Payload Capacity |
| 2023 | 6,170 – 12,750 | 1,240 – 2,300 lbs |
| 2022 | 6,120 – 12,750 lbs | 1,220 – 2,320 lbs |
| 2021 | 6,300 – 12,750 lbs | 1,200 – 2,300 lbs |
| 2020 | 6,390 – 12,750 lbs | 1,180 – 2,320 lbs |
| 2019 | 6,280 – 12,750 lbs | 1,180 – 2,320 lbs |
| 2018 | 4,260 – 10,620 lbs | 1,270 – 1,880 lbs |
| 2017 | 4,210 – 10,640 lbs | 1,260 – 1,890 lbs |
| 2016 | 4,170 – 10,640 lbs | 1,260 – 1,890 lbs |
| 2015 | 4,190 – 10,650 lbs | 1,270 – 1,900 lbs |
| 2014 | 4,100 – 10,450 lbs | 1,200 – 2,300 lbs |
| 2013 | 4,050 – 10,450 lbs | 1,190 – 1,710 lbs |
| 2012 | 3,300 – 10,450 lbs | 1,265 – 1,773 lbs |
| 2011 | 3,450 – 10,450 lbs | 1,340 – 1,700 lbs |
| 2010 | 3,400 – 10,450 lbs | 1,330 – 1,780 lbs |
Looking for more details on the towing capacity of a particular year? Check out each article below.
Conclusion
The 2023 Ram 1500 has a towing capacity ranging from 6,170 – 12,750 lbs.
The engine type, drive, cab size, and bed size can all impact the towing capacity.
It is important to remember that these are to be used as a guide for your truck. There may be errors in this document, though I do my best to keep the information up to date and correct.
You should always do your own towing capacity calculations before you ever tow anything, especially those that are close to these limits.
If you need help calculating your towing capacity, I wrote an entire article that walks you through the steps to calculate your towing capacity along with other considerations you need to make when towing.
The resources used for this information was taken from the Ram 1500 specs and the 2023 RAM 1500 ebrochure
