You already know why you need to buy a truck: because your hauling and towing jobs can't be done with anything else. And if you're a seasoned truck owner, we don’t need to tell you why Ram trucks continue to set the bar for excellence when it comes to hitching up a trailer and hitting the road. But with three grades of Ram trucks available -- and a variety of available towing capacities within each -- just what model do you bring home?
To help you answer that, we created the following 2025 Ram truck towing guide -- a comprehensive look at which new Ram trucks can tow what amount when properly equipped for maximum hauling capability. We don't think the data here will surprise you -- after all, every model from the brand, from the Ram 1500 to 3500, is built with towing in mind. See which truck offers the capability you need, then take a test-drive at our Mystic Ram dealer today.
Ram Towing Capacities Compared
The three models comprising the core Ram truck lineup represent a strategic three-pronged approach to today's truck market. The lineup opens with the new Ram 1500, the everyday truck for everyday needs that's exceptional in its versatility and breadth of performance. The new Ram 2500 opens up the heavy-duty Ram truck range, while the new Ram 3500 is the model that unlocks features like dual rear wheels -- which are just what you need if your goal is to maximize how much you can trailer.
What's the difference between a Ram 2500 vs. 3500, or a Ram 1500 vs. 2500? The reality is that each has all been engineered with a certain capability level and customer base in mind. If you ever wondered why some people swear by a diesel Ram 3500 dually while others only want to drive a Hurricane-powered Ram 1500 in Connecticut, it's because these models each deliver outstanding performance relative to their intended purpose.
This is something best illustrated by where each truck falls in the towing and hauling hierarchy. Here's our complete 2025 Ram towing guide showing the maximum weight each truck is rated to tow:
Ram 1500
- Maximum Payload Rating (lbs.): 2,370
- Maximum Towing Rating (lbs.): 11,550
Ram 2500
- Maximum Payload Rating (lbs.): 3,940
- Maximum Towing Rating (lbs.): 20,000
Ram 3500
- Maximum Payload Rating (lbs.): 7,590
- Maximum Towing Rating (lbs.): 36,610
How to Maximize Your HD Ram Towing Capacity
What's the secret behind the max Ram 3500 towing capacity of 36,610 pounds? Credit the Ram Cummins diesel engine, a legendary powertrain among longtime CT Ram fans. The details are impressive: this High-Output 6.7-liter I6 Turbo Diesel makes up to 430 horsepower and 1,075 pound-feet of torque. This Cummins diesel torque rating is why a new HD Ram is so capable when hitched up to a trailer.
Another way to equip your HD Ram truck for maximum towing is to opt for dual rear wheels, or DRWs. This feature, coupled with the right rear axle ratio, can dramatically increase how much weight one of these do-it-all trucks can pull. If your goal is maximum hauling power, buy a dually Ram 3500 in Mystic.
Buy a New Ram Truck Near Me
So, you just saw the seriously impressive tow ratings available across the Ram truck lineup. The next step is choosing which of these trucks is right for you. To get started, contact Valenti Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram today. We'll get you behind the wheel of the best new Ram truck in Mystic for you.
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