2018 Ram 1500 Towing Capacity

The 2018 Ram 1500 is a full-size pickup truck manufactured under the Ram nameplate. The Ram 1500 was first introduced in 1993. It’s undergone several facelifts and redesigns over the years, but the most recent one was in 2018. The main competitors of the 2018 Ram 1500 are the Chevrolet Silverado 1500, GMC Sierra 1500 and the Ford F-150.

In this article, we will explore the towing capacity of the 2018 Ram 1500.

 

How much can the 2018 Ram 1500 tow?

The 2018 Ram 1500 has a maximum towing capacity of 10,620 pounds, when properly equipped. This is when the truck is equipped with the 5.7-liter V8 engine and four-wheel drive.

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.

 

2018 Ram 1500 Payload Capacity

The 2018 Ram 1500 has a maximum payload capacity of 2,300 pounds. This is when the truck is equipped with the 3.6-liter V6 engine and rear-wheel drive.

If you equip the 1500 with the 5.7-liter V8 engine and four-wheel drive, the maximum payload capacity drops to 1,940 pounds.

Please note, the 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 Ram dealership for details.

 

2018 Ram 1500 Tow Package

The 2018 Ram 1500 does not come standard with a tow package. However, one is available as an optional extra. The tow package on the 1500 includes:

– a Class IV receiver hitch

– a 4/7-pin trailer wiring harness

– a trailer brake controller.

 

If you are planning on using your Ram 1500 for towing, we recommend opting for the tow package.

 

Towing Capacity By Engine Type

The 2018 Ram 1500 is available in three engine options: a 3.6L V6 engine, a 5.7L V8, or a 3.0L Turbo Diesel engine.

The towing capacity of the 2018 Ram 1500 will vary based on certain factors like engine, drivetrain and trim level. We’ve broken out the maximum towing capacities by engine type below:

3.6L V6 24V VVT eTorque Engine Towing Capacity: 7,240 pounds

5.7L V8 HEMI Engine Towing Capacity: 10,620 pounds

3.0L EcoDiesel V6 Engine Towing Capacity: 9,210 pounds

Please note, these are the maximum towing capacities for the 2018 Ram 1500. Your specific towing capacity may be lower depending on factors such as engine type, drivetrain, and whether or not your vehicle is equipped with a tow package.

 

Ram 1500 Towing Capacity vs Competitors

The 2018 Ram 1500 has a maximum towing capacity of 10,620 pounds. This is higher than the towing capacities of some of its main competitors.

2018 Ford F-150 Towing Capacity: 14,000 pounds

2018 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Towing Capacity: 13,400 pounds

2018 GMC Sierra 1500 Towing Capacity: 13,000 pounds

2018 Toyota Tundra Towing Capacity: 12,000 pounds

2018 Nissan Titan Towing Capacity: 11,060 pounds

So, if you’re looking for a truck with a high towing capacity, the Ram 1500 is a good option.

 

2018 Ram Truck Towing Chart

Model	Towing Capacity (lbs)
2018 Ram 1500	10,620
2018 Ram 2500	19,990
2018 Ram 3500	37,090

 

Source: https://www.ramtrucks.com/towing