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The 2016 Ram 2500 is a full-size pickup truck manufactured under the Ram nameplate. The Ram 2500 was introduced for the 1994 model year. The main competitors of the 2016 Ram 2500 include the Chevrolet Silverado 2500, GMC Sierra 2500, and Ford F-250.
In this article, we will explore the towing capacity of the 2016 Ram 2500.
How much can the 2016 Ram 2500 tow?
The 2016 Ram 2500 has a maximum towing capacity of 17,980 pounds, when properly equipped.
Please note, the towing capacity will vary based on factors such as engine type, drivetrain and whether or not your vehicle is equipped with a towing package. If you are unsure of your vehicle’s towing capacity, please contact your local dealership for details.
2016 Ram 2500 Payload Capacity
The 2016 Ram 2500 has a maximum payload capacity of 4,010 pounds. This is when the truck is equipped with the 5.7-liter V8 engine and rear-wheel drive. Maximum payload capacity drops to 3,160 when equipped with the 6.7L Cummins Turbo Diesel engine.
As with towing capacity, payload capacity will vary based on factors such as engine type, drivetrain and whether or not your vehicle is equipped with a towing package. If you are unsure of your vehicle’s payload capacity, please contact your local dealership for details.
2016 Ram 2500 Tow Package
The 2016 Ram 2500 does not include a tow package as a standard feature. However, one can be added as an option. The towing package includes a trailer brake controller, a Class IV receiver hitch, and a four- and seven-pin connector.
Towing Capacity By Engine Type
The 2016 Ram 2500 is available with three engine options: a 5.7-liter V8, a 6.4-liter V8 and a 6.7-liter turbocharged diesel inline-six.
The towing capacity of the 2016 Ram 2500 will vary based on certain factors like engine, drivetrain and trim level. We’ve broken out the maximum towing capacities by engine type below:
6.7L I6 Cummins Turbo Diesel Engine Towing Capacity: 17,980 pounds
6.4L V8 HEMI Engine Towing Capacity: 16,320 pounds
5.7L V8 HEMI Engine Towing Capacity: 13,890 pounds
As you can see, the towing capacity of the 2016 Ram 2500 varies based on the engine type.
Ram 2500 Towing Capacity vs Competitors
The 2016 Ram 2500 has a maximum towing capacity of 17,980 pounds. Here’s how it stacks up against its competition:
2016 Ram 2500 Towing Capacity: 17,980 pounds
2016 Ford F-250 Towing Capacity: 22,800 pounds
2016 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Towing Capacity: 18,510 pounds
2016 GMC Sierra 2500 Towing Capacity: 18,500 pounds
2016 Nissan Titan XD Towing Capacity: 11,060 pounds
2016 Ram Truck Towing Chart
| Model | Towing Capacity (lbs) |
|---|---|
| 2016 Ram 1500 | 10,650 |
| 2016 Ram 1500 TRX | 8,100 |
| 2016 Ram 2500 | 17,980 |
| 2016 Ram 3500 | 31,210 |