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How Much Can the 2026 Ram 2500 & 3500 HD Tow and Haul?

2026 Ram 2500 open truck bed

With available diesel torque reaching a best-in-class 1,075 pound-feet, towing capability up to 36,610 pounds on the Ram 3500, and maximum payload capacity of 7,590 pounds, the 2026 Ram Heavy Duty lineup is built for serious work. From hauling equipment around Windsor to towing large trailers or fifth wheels across Ontario, the Ram 2500 and 3500 deliver the kind of capability, durability, and confidence heavy-duty truck owners depend on every day. Here's the full towing and payload breakdown from our team at Provincial Chrysler in Windsor, Ontario.

2026 Ram 2500 & 3500 HD Towing & Payload

For trailers exceeding 20,000 pounds (2500) or 23,000 pounds (3500), a fifth-wheel or gooseneck hitch is required. The available Fifth-Wheel/Gooseneck Prep Group includes factory-integrated mounting provisions, a 7-pin bed harness, and a 12-pin connector with auxiliary camera capability.

Configuration Max Towing Max Payload
Ram 2500 — HEMI V8 (SRW) Up to 20,000 lbs Up to 4,580 lbs
Ram 2500 — Cummins Diesel (SRW) Up to 20,000 lbs Up to 3,590 lbs
Ram 3500 — HEMI V8 (DRW) Up to 18,150 lbs Up to 7,590 lbs
Ram 3500 — Cummins Diesel (SRW) Up to 25,490 lbs Up to 4,040 lbs
Ram 3500 — Cummins Diesel (DRW) Up to 36,610 lbs Up to 6,050 lbs

2026 Ram 2500 & 3500 HD Standard Towing Technology

Every Ram HD comes standard with an Electronic Trailer Brake Controller and Adaptive Cruise Control, which are class-exclusive features that put Ram ahead of the competition right from the base trim.

Available upgrades include Trailer Reverse Steering Control, a 360° Surround-View Camera System, Trailer Tire Pressure Monitoring, and a class-exclusive 2.4kW on-board power system with two 110-volt bed outlets.

Shop for the 2026 RAM 2500 & 3500 HD at Provincial Chrysler in Windsor, ON

Our team at Provincial Chrysler in Windsor is here to help you find the right 2026 RAM 2500 & 3500 HD configuration. Come see us in person at 1001 Provincial Rd, Windsor, Ontario, N9W 5V9, or browse our current inventory online. Have a trade-in? We can help with a valuation too.