2026 RAM 1500 Towing Capacity

How much can a RAM 1500 tow on your Watsonville job sites? It depends on which of the four high-performance engine options you choose. Regardless of the powertrain, the 2026 RAM 1500 will help you tackle your biggest towing tasks, from transporting heavy equipment to taking your camper out for a weekend in the wilderness. Check out this new RAM 1500 towing capacity guide from Santa Cruz Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram to discover the maximum available capacity of each engine. 

How Much Can A RAM 1500 Tow With Each Engine?

The 2026 RAM 1500 lineup features four strong engine options that are ready to get to work with you in Scotts Valley. Depending on which engine you opt for and your truck’s trim level, cab, and bed configuration, you may enjoy a new RAM 1500 towing capacity of up to 11,610 pounds*. Discover how much a 2026 RAM 1500 can tow with each engine when properly equipped: 

• 3.6L Pentastar® V6 Engine With eTorque: Capable of towing up to 8,130 pounds when truck is properly equipped*
• 5.7L V8 HEMI® Engine With eTorque: Capable of towing up to 11,320 pounds when truck is properly equipped*
• 3.0L Hurricane I6 Turbo Engine: Capable of towing up to 11,610 pounds when truck is properly equipped*
• High-Output 3.0L Hurricane I6 Turbo Engine: Capable of towing up to 10,000 pounds when truck is properly equipped*

2026 RAM 1500 Payload Capacity

Some days, you’ll want to toss your gear in the truck bed and hit the road in Capitola. Fortunately, each of the RAM 1500 engines supports an ample payload capacity to carry your tools, outdoor equipment, and more. Explore the maximum available payload limit supported by each engine below:

• 3.6L Pentastar® V6 Engine With eTorque: Payload capacity of up to 2,360 pounds when truck is properly equipped*
• 5.7L V8 HEMI® Engine With eTorque: Payload capacity TBD
• 3.0L Hurricane I6 Turbo Engine: Payload capacity of up to 1,930 pounds when truck is properly equipped*
• High-Output 3.0L Hurricane I6 Turbo Engine: Payload capacity of up to 1,490 pounds when truck is properly equipped*

Upgrade To A 2026 RAM 1500 In Santa Cruz

The team at Santa Cruz Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram can help you find a new RAM 1500 with a towing capacity that suits your lifestyle. Look for the 2026 RAM 1500 among our rotating new vehicle specials, then visit our dealership to upgrade with the assistance of our friendly finance team. We look forward to working with you soon!