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The 2022 Ram 3500 is a heavy-duty truck manufactured under the Ram nameplate. The 2022 Ram 3500’s main competitors are the Ford F-350 Super Duty and the Chevrolet Silverado 3500HD.
In this article, we will explore the towing capacity of the 2022 Ram 3500.
How much can the 2022 Ram 3500 tow?
The 2022 Ram 3500 has a towing capacity of up to 37,090 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.
2022 Ram 3500 Payload Capacity
The payload capacity of the 2022 Ram 3500 is 7,680 pounds. This means that the truck can carry up to 7,680 pounds of cargo in the bed without exceeding the maximum gross vehicle weight rating. Note that this is only when equipped with the 6.4L Hemi V8 Engine. When the Ram 3500 is equipped with the High-Ouput Cummins Turbo Diesel engine, the maximum payload drops to 6,570.
2022 Ram 3500 Tow Package
The 2022 Ram 3500 does not come standard with a tow package. However, it is available as an option on some models. If you are planning to use your truck for towing, we recommend that you choose a model that includes the tow package. This will ensure that your truck is properly equipped to handle the weight of a trailer or other heavy equipment.
Towing Capacity By Engine Type
The 2022 Ram 3500 is powered by three different engine options: a 6.4L V8 engine, a 6.7L I6 Turbo Diesel engine, or a 6.7L I6 High-Output Turbo Diesel engine.
The towing capacity of the 2022 Ram 3500 will vary based on certain factors like engine, drivetrain and trim level. We’ve broken out the maximum towing capacities by engine type below:
AVAILABLE 6.7L HIGH-OUTPUT CUMMINS® TURBO DIESEL I6 ENGINE: 37,090 pounds
6.7L CUMMINS® TURBO DIESEL I6 ENGINE: 22,660 pounds
6.4L HEMI® V8 ENGINE: 18,210 pounds
As you can see, the towing capacity varies depending on which engine you choose. If you are looking for the highest towing capacity, we recommend choosing a the High-Output Cummins Turbo Diesel I6 Engine.
Ram 3500 Towing Capacity vs Competitors
The Ram 3500 has a towing capacity of up to 37,090 pounds when equipped with the 6.7L High-Output Cummins turbo diesel engine. Let’s take a look at how it stacks up to the competition:
2022 Ram 3500 Towing Capacity: 37,090 pounds
2022 Ford F-350 Towing Capacity: 35,750 pounds
2022 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 Towing Capacity: 36,000 pounds
2022 GMC Sierra 3500 Towing Capacity: 36,000 pounds
2022 Ram Truck Towing Chart
Model | Towing Capacity (lbs) |
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2022 Ram 1500 | 12,750 |
2022 Ram 1500 TRX | 8,100 |
2022 Ram 2500 | 20,000 |
2022 Ram 3500 | 37,090 |