The 2018 Ram 2500: Towing Capacity
Equipped with a 6.7L Cummins Turbo Diesel I6 engine, the 2018 Ram 2500 Tradesman 4×2 can tow up to 17,980 pounds—making it the strongest trim in the lineup. As a heavy-duty pickup, the new Ram 2500 can tow just about anything around Scotts Valley and Capitola, from RVs and boats, to horses and ATVs. Read on to learn more about the Ram 2500 towing capacity and engines!
Ram 2500 Engine Options
Here’s a quick look at the machines that make the Ram 2500 towing capacity possible:
6.7L Cummins Turbo Diesel I6 Engine
- Up to 370 hp
- Up to 800 lb-ft of torque
- Maximum towing capacity of 17,980 pounds
6.4L HEMI® V8 Engine
- Up to 410 hp
- Up to 429 lb-ft of torque
- Maximum towing capacity of 16,320 pounds (best-in-class)
5.7L HEMI® V8 Engine
- Up to 383 hp
- Up to 400 lb-ft of torque
- Maximum towing capacity of 13,890 pounds
Learn more about how the 2500 compares to the 1500, or even out-of-brand competitors like the Chevy Silverado 2500. When you’re ready, schedule a test drive at Santa Cruz Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram near Watsonville!
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