2027 Ram · Truck
One-ton pickup built for fifth-wheel loads
Starting MSRP*$49,340
The Ram 3500 is the one-ton member of Ram's heavy-duty pickup family, with leaf-spring rear suspension, single or dual rear wheels and the highest tow and payload ratings the brand sells in a pickup. The 6.4-liter HEMI V8 is standard, and the Cummins High-Output diesel is the choice for big gooseneck and fifth-wheel trailers. It is for buyers hauling heavy equipment or large campers every week.
The Northeast take
The 3500 is for owners who tow something genuinely heavy, such as a gooseneck equipment trailer for a New Jersey contractor or a large fifth-wheel to a Maine campground. It starts at $49,340 for the Tradesman. The 430-hp Cummins diesel and Max Tow setup is preliminarily rated up to 37,020 pounds, while the HEMI tops out at 18,140. Payload runs the other way: 7,580 pounds with the HEMI against 6,460 with the diesel. The 4x4 single-rear-wheel HEMI trucks now reach an 11,440-pound GVWR. Dual rear wheels increase stability under load but widen the truck, which hurts in tight lots. Winter options include the $245 Cold Weather Group and the $445 Heated Steering Wheel and Seats Group on the Big Horn.
With the diesel and the Max Tow setup, the 3500 is preliminarily rated to pull up to 37,020 pounds. The HEMI version tops out at 18,140 pounds. These are the largest numbers in Ram's pickup lineup, and they require the right axle, hitch and weight-distribution gear.
Counter-intuitively, the gas truck carries the most. Ram's preliminary maximum payload is 7,580 pounds with the 6.4-liter HEMI, versus 6,460 pounds with the Cummins diesel, because the diesel engine weighs more.
You can choose single rear wheels for easier daily driving and parking, or dual rear wheels for more stability under heavy loads. The 3500 also offers a supplemental air suspension option on its leaf-spring rear axle.
Regular Cab, Crew Cab and Mega Cab are offered. The Regular Cab and Crew Cab can be paired with a long 8-foot bed, while the Mega Cab comes with a 6-foot 4-inch box and four-wheel drive.
Higher trims can have the 14.5-inch Uconnect 5 touchscreen, a 10.25-inch passenger screen, a 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster and dual wireless phone charging. A digital rearview mirror with tow mode is optional. Limited and Longhorn come with 17-speaker Harman Kardon audio.
5 trim levels, listed from entry to top of the range, offered as Crew Cab, Mega Cab or Regular Cab.
From $52,960*
Also Regular Cab from $49,340
From $56,710*
Also Regular Cab from $53,090
From $64,795*
Also Mega Cab from $81,735
From $76,805*
Also Mega Cab from $94,035
From $76,805*
Also Mega Cab from $94,035
*Manufacturer's suggested retail price, excluding destination, taxes, title and fees. Prices change; confirm with a dealer.
Which equipment is standard, optional or part of a package on each trim, from the manufacturer's 2027 feature availability guide.
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| Feature | Tradesman | Black Express | Warlock | Big Horn | Power Wagon | Rebel | Laramie | Longhorn | Limited |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Configuration | |||||||||
| Body ModelRegular Cab 8-ft. box — 169.1-in. wheelbase | ✓ | — | — | ✓ | — | — | — | — | — |
| Crew Cab 6-ft. 4-in. box — 149.1-in. wheelbase | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ||
| Crew Cab 8-ft. box — 169.1-in. wheelbase | — | — | — | ||||||
| Mega Cab 6-ft. 4-in. box — 160.2-in. wheelbase | — | — | — | — | — | — | |||
| Drive | |||||||||
| Drive4x2 | ✓ | ✓ | — | ✓ | — | — | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| 4x4 | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ||||||
| Mechanical | |||||||||
| Rear Axle3.42 (diesel) | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | |
| 3.73 axle ratio (HEMI) | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | — | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| 4.10 axle ratio (HEMI) | ✓ | ||||||||
| Electronic-locking front and rear differentials (includes Anti-Slip) | Pkg | — | — | — | ✓ | ✓ | — | — | — |
| Anti-spin differential (electronic locking rear axle and anti-spin are mutually exclusive; standard on all 3500 trim levels) | S/O/P | S/P | ✓ | S/P | — | — | S/P | S/P | S/P |
| Warn front electric 12,000 lb. winch | — | — | — | — | O/P | — | — | — | |
| Suspension | |||||||||
| SuspensionAuto-leveling rear air suspension system | — | — | — | — | — | O/P | O/P | O/P | |
| Interior | |||||||||
| SunroofSingle-pane, power-operated (Crew Cab/Mega Cab) | — | — | — | — | |||||
| Uconnect Multimedia | |||||||||
| RadiosUconnect 8.4 AM/FM/Bluetooth/SiriusXM radio | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | — | — | — | — | — |
| Uconnect 12-in. radio | Pkg | Pkg | Pkg | Pkg | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | — | — |
| Uconnect 14.5-in. radio | — | — | — | — | Pkg | Pkg | Pkg | ✓ | ✓ |
| Sound System | |||||||||
| Sound SystemBase six-speaker (four-speaker, Regular Cab) | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | — | — | — |
| Premium Alpine nine-speaker with subwoofer (seven-speaker, Regular Cab) | — | — | — | Pkg | Pkg | Pkg | ✓ | — | — |
| Premium Harman Kardon 17-speaker with subwoofer | — | — | — | — | Pkg | Pkg | Pkg | ✓ | ✓ |
| Safety & Security | |||||||||
| CameraCargo view camera (included in Tow Tech and Max Tow Groups) | Pkg | Pkg | Pkg | Pkg | O/P | O/P | O/P | Pkg | Pkg |
| Active Features | |||||||||
| Active FeaturesBlind-spot Monitoring with conventional trailer coverage, Pedestrian Detection and Rear Cross Path detection (included in Safety Group) | Pkg | Pkg | Pkg | Pkg | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Parking Sensors | |||||||||
| Parking SensorsParkSense front/rear park assist | Pkg | Pkg | Pkg | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Fuel Tank | |||||||||
| Fuel Tank28-gal. (standard on Regular Cab, diesel engines) | Pkg | — | — | Pkg | — | — | — | — | — |
| 32-gal. (standard on Regular Cab and Crew Cab with 8-ft. box) | ✓ | ✓ | — | ✓ | — | — | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| 50-gal. (optional on Crew Cab with 8-ft. box) (All Ram 3500 trims and Ram 2500 Tradesman) | — | — | — | ||||||
| Appearance Packages | |||||||||
| Appearance PackagesChrome Bumper PackageBright front/rear bumpers | — | — | — | — | — | — | |||
| Sport Performance Hood | — | ✓ | — | O/P | O/P | O/P | Pkg | — | Pkg |
| Body-Color Fender Flares | — | — | — | — | — | — | ✓ | ✓ | |
| Chrome Appearance Group (Tradesman)Bright front/rear bumper; Upper header/lower applique; Tradesman grille; Steel chrome-clad wheels 18 x 8-in. (single rear wheel); Aluminum polished (forged) wheels 17-in. x 6.0-in. (dual rear wheel); T275/70R18E BSW Firestone TransForce HT all-season tires (2500 only); Remote keyless entry (Regular Cab only) | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | |
| Night Edition PackageMonotone paint only; Body-color front bumper; Body-color rear bumper; Black badging; Black grille and surround; Body-color door handles; Body-color mirror caps; Dark headlight bezels; 20 x 8-in. black wheels (17-in. on 3500 DRW); All-terrain tires; Sport performance hood (Big Horn / Lone Star optional; Laramie and Limited standard); Satin Black Symbol of Protest fender badge (HEMI only) | — | — | — | — | — | — | |||
| Sport Appearance GroupMonotone paint; Body-color door handles, front/rear bumper; Upper header/lower applique — painted body color; Interior, black with black headliner; ParkSense front/rear park assist; Sport decal; 17 x 6-in. polished aluminum wheels (Big Horn / LoneStar and Laramie dual rear wheel only); 20-in. polished wheels (Laramie only); All-terrain tires (Laramie only); Sport performance hood (Big Horn / Lone Star, optional; Laramie standard) | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | ||
| Lunar EditionCeramic Grey Clear-Coat with Diamond Black Crystal Pearl-Coat lower body; Ceramic Grey grille surround; Gloss Black Lunar side stripe graphics; Black-painted wheels; Copperhead Orange contrast stitching; Alloy center console badge in black with machined- face Satin Chrome lettering; Lockable console storage (Mopar) | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | ||
| Equipment Groups | |||||||||
| Equipment GroupsTradesman Level 1 Equipment GroupOverhead console, incandescent lighting (Regular Cab only); Mirrors, mid-level: manual fold/telescope, power adjust, w/ heat, front & rear utility lighting; Active noise cancellation, Regular Cab (diesel only); Remote keyless entry (Regular Cab only); Seats, bench — cloth; Floor covering, carpet; Floor mats — carpeted, front (Regular Cab) and front/rear (Crew Cab); Anti-spin differential (2500); Side steps, tubular, black, cab length — (Mopar); Convenience Group (includes: acoustic windshield (GBH), auto-dimming rearview mirror (GNK), dual- zone automatic temperature controls (HAF), 12"-in. radio (U$Q), CHMSL & DRVM Relocation Kit (XA#); ParkSense front/rear park assist; Rear window, power sliding, Crew Cab; Rear window, manual sliding, Regular Cab | — | — | — | — | — | — | |||
| Tradesman Level 2 Equipment GroupChrome front bumper; Chrome rear bumper; Upper header/lower applique, chrome; Tradesman grille chrome nostrils; Steel wheels, chrome clad, 18 x 8-in. SRW; LT275/70R18E BSW Firestone TransForce HT all-season tires (2500 only); Aluminum polished (forged) wheels 17 x 6.0-in. DRW; Overhead console, incandescent lighting (Regular Cab only); Mirrors, mid-level: manual fold/telescope, power- adjustable, w/heat, F&R utility lighting; Active noise cancellation, Regular Cab (diesel only); Anti-spin differential (2500); Remote keyless entry (Regular Cab only); Seats, bench — cloth; Floor covering, carpet; Floor mats — carpeted, front (Regular Cab) and front/rear (Crew Cab); Side steps, tubular, black, cab length — (Mopar); Convenience Group (includes: acoustic windshield (GBH), auto-dimming rearview mirror (GNK), dual- zone automatic temperature control (HAF), 12-in. radio (U$Q), CHMSL & DRVM relocation kit (XA#); ParkSense front/rear park assist; Rear window, power sliding (Crew Cab); Rear window, manual sliding (Regular Cab) | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | |
| Big Horn Level 1 Equipment GroupHigh-level mirrors (power fold / telescope / adjust, w/ heat, F&R utility lighting); Seats: 8-way power + 2-way lumbar driver seat, manual passenger seat; Wrapped steering wheel w/ audio controls; Interior mirror, rearview, auto-dimming; Switchable dome lamp; Anti-spin differential (2500); Footwell lighting; Upper closed glove box with painted door; Big Horn IP badge (2TZ); Lone Star IP badge (2TY); Badge, Big Horn, chrome; Lighting, glove boxes; Storage, in-floor boxes, rear (Crew Cab only); Rear window, manual sliding (Regular Cab only); Seats, bench — cloth, power driver seat; Rear window, defroster (Crew and Mega Cab only); Security alarm | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | |
| Big Horn Level 1 Plus Equipment Group (Includes Big Horn Level 1 Group Equipment): Alpine nine-speaker audio system with subwoofer; Premium 7-speaker system with center IP speaker and amplifier (Regular Cab); Remote start, key fob activated; Uconnect 12.0-in. (AM/FM/SXM/Bluetooth/HD/ tow-specific NAV/voice); Bed utility group (includes pickup box lighting (LPL), spray-in bedliner (XMF), Mopar bed step (MDN) | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | |
| Big Horn Level 2 Equipment GroupHigh-level mirrors (power-fold / telescope / adjust, w/ heat, F&R utility lighting); Seats, bucket — cloth, power driver seat; Cluster display, 7-in. TFT, color; Remote start, key fob activated; Security alarm; ParkSense front/rear park assist (6 rear sensors with DRW); Heated front seats; Heated steering wheel; Wrapped steering wheel w/ audio controls; Air conditioning with dual-zone automatic temperature control; Rear window, power-sliding (Crew Cab and Mega Cab); Rear window, defroster (Crew Cab and Mega Cab); Dual rear USB ports — 2 type A/C pairs (charging only) (NAW Regular Cab); 115-volt 400W AC power outlets (front, rear) (NAW Regular-Cab); Dampened tailgate; Blind-spot Monitoring w/ Rear Cross Path detection (A7G Package); Premium LED taillight; Dual wireless charger (pkg w/ *MJ bucket seats only); Interior mirror, rearview, auto-dimming; Visor, driver and passenger side, with illuminated vanity mirror; Universal garage door opener in visor; Pedals, power-adjustable; Interior mirror, rearview, auto-dimming; Anti-spin differential (2500); Switchable dome lamp; Footwell lighting; Upper closed glove box with painted door; Big Horn IP badge (2TZ); Lone Star IP badge (2TY); Badge, Big Horn, chrome; Lighting, glove boxes; Overhead console (LED); Storage, in-floor boxes, rear (Crew Cab only); Rear window, manual-sliding (Regular Cab only) | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | |
| Big Horn Level 2 Plus Equipment Group (includes Big Horn Level 2 Group Equipment: Alpine nine-speaker audio system with subwoofer; Premium 7-speaker system, with center IP speaker and amplifier (Regular Cab); Bed Utility Group (includes pickup box lighting (LPL), spray-in bedliner (XMF), Mopar bed step (MDN)); Safety Group; Tow Technology Group | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | |
| Power Wagon Level 1 Equipment GroupSeats, bucket — Black Bristol leather w/ Axis II perf. + Gode-Tex vinyl accents; Alpine nine-speaker audio system with subwoofer; Premium mirrors (power fold / telescope / adjust, w/ heat, F&R utility lighting, auto-dimming, memory); Pedals, power-adjustable w/ memory (replaces XAP, w/o memory); Radio / driver seat / mirror / pedal memory; Auto high-beam headlamp control; (NAW DRVM (GRG) without Forward Collision Mitigation (LSU)); Rain-sensing wipers; Lighting, dome lamp, switchable (LED); Overhead console (LED); Front footwell lighting (LED); Remote proximity (passive) keyless entry, 2 doors; Body-color door/tailgate handles; Dual rear USB ports — 2 type A/C pairs (charging only) (bucket seat); 115-volt 400-watt AC power outlet (rear); Security alarm; Lighting, front LED lamps (Pkg w/ X1, X2, W1, W2 & CUS); Sport performance hood (standard with diesel); Mopar Rock Rails w/ step pad (standard with diesel); Floor mats, front and rear, rubber (Mopar); Universal garage door opener in visor; Storage, in-floor boxes, rear (Crew Cab only); Winch, Warn front electric 12,000 lb. capacity (HEMI only); Dual wireless charger | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | |
| Power Wagon Level 2 Equipment Group (Includes Power Wagon Level 1 Group Equipment): Premium full-leather interior (doors); Seats, bucket — Natura Plus with Axis II inserts, piping, Power Wagon embossment, hard badge on ctr. console; I/P bezel — Alum Litho w/ Piano Black Silverline trim; Uconnect 14.5-in. (AM/FM/SXM/Bluetooth/HD/ tow-specific NAV/voice); Premium 17-speaker Harman Kardon audio system with subwoofer; Front passenger interactive display; Column shifter w/leather-wrapped handle; Bed Utility Group (includes pickup box lighting (LPL), spray-in bedliner (XMF), Mopar bed step (MDN)); Cargo-view camera w/ dynamic center line; Universal garage door opener in visor | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | |
| Rebel Level 1 Equipment GroupSeats, bucket — Black Bristol leather w/ Axis II perf. + Gode-Tex vinyl accents; Alpine nine-speaker audio system with subwoofer; Premium mirrors (power fold / telescope / adjust, w/ heat, F&R utility lighting, auto-dim, memory); Pedals, power-adjustable w/ memory (replaces XAP, w/o memory); Radio / driver seat / mirror / pedal memory; Auto high-beam headlamp control; (NAW DRVM (GRG) without Forward Collision Mitigation (LSU)); Rain-sensing wipers; Front / rear door accent lighting (LED); Overhead console (LED); Front footwell lighting (LED); Remote proximity (passive) keyless entry, 2-door; Body-color door / tailgate handles; Dual rear USB ports — 2 type A/C pairs (charging only) (bucket seat); 115-volt 400W AC power outlet (rear); Security alarm; Lighting, front LED lamps (Pkg w/ X1, X2, W1, W2 & CUS); Mopar sport performance hood; Floor mats, front and rear, rubber (Mopar); Universal garage door opener in visor; Storage, in-floor boxes, rear (Crew Cab only); Dual wireless charger | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | |
| Rebel Level 2 Equipment Group (Includes Rebel Level 1 Group Equipment)Premium full-leather interior (doors); Seats, bucket — Natura with Axis II inserts, piping, Rebel embossment, hard badge on center console; I/P bezel — alum. Litho w/ Piano Black Silverline trim; Uconnect 14.5-in. (AM/FM/SXM/Bluetooth/HD/ tow-specific NAV/voice); Premium 17-speaker Harman Kardon audio system; Front passenger interactive display; Column shifter w/leather-wrapped handle; Bed Utility Group (includes pickup box lighting (LPL), spray-in bedliner (XMF), Mopar bed step (MDN)); Cargo view camera w/ dynamic center line; Lighting, dome lamp, switchable (LED); Power running boards | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | |
| Laramie Level 1 Equipment GroupAuto high-beam headlamp control; Rain-sensing wipers; Power-release tailgate; Anti-spin rear differential (2500); Storage, in-floor boxes, rear (Crew Cab only); Foam bottle inserts (front doors only); Ventilated outboard seating positions (3 levels); Pedals, power-adjustable (replaces XAP); Radio / driver seat / mirror / pedal memory; Premium mirrors (Power fold / telescope / adjust, w/ heat, F&R utility lighting, auto-dimming, memory) | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | |
| Laramie Level 1 Plus Equipment Group (Includes Laramie Level 1 Group Equipment): Seats, bucket — Bristol soft leather, suede accents, Herringbone perf. inserts, Bristol vinyl, piping, power and ventilated driver and front passenger seats; Bed Utility Group (includes pickup box lighting (LPL), spray-in bedliner (XMF), Mopar bed step (MDN)); Cargo view camera w/ dynamic center line; Dual wireless charger; Safety Group | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | |
| Laramie Level 2 Equipment GroupRear seat — heat (3 adjustment levels); Dual rear USB ports — (charging only) (bench seat); Dual rear USB ports — 2 type A/C pairs (charging only) (bucket seat); Premium 17-speaker surround sound system (16 amplified speakers + subwoofer); Uconnect 14.5-in. (AM/FM/SXM/Bluetooth/HD/ tow-specific NAV/voice); Dual wireless charger; Seats, bucket — Bristol soft leather, suede accents, Herringbone perf. inserts, Bristol vinyl, piping, power and ventilated driver and front passenger seats; Auto high-beam headlamp control (NAW DRVM (GRG) without Forward Collision Mitigation (LSU)); Rain-sensing wipers; Power-release tailgate; Anti-spin rear differential (2500); Storage, in-floor boxes, rear (Crew Cab only); Foam bottle inserts (front doors only); Ventilated outboard seating positions (3 Levels); Pedals, power-adjustable (replaces XAP); Radio / driver seat / mirror / pedal memory; Premium mirrors (power fold / telescope / adjust, w/ heat, F&R utility lighting, auto-dim, memory); 2 type A connections (charging only) | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | |
| Laramie Level 2 Plus Equipment Group (Includes Laramie Level 2 Group Equipment): Bed Utility Group (includes pickup box lighting (LPL), spray-in bedliner (XMF), Mopar bed step (MDN)); Cargo view camera w/ dynamic center line; Running boards, power; Safety Group | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | |
| Longhorn Level 1 Equipment GroupRunning boards, power; Tow Technology Group (includes: 360-degree surround view camera system (XAK), trailer reverse guidance (XPU), cargo view camera w dynamic center line (LPD)); Anti-spin rear differential (2500); Safety Group (includes: adaptive steering (SJE), Active Lane Management (XNW), Drowsy Driver Detection (XNM), Traffic Sign Recognition (XPS)); Digital rearview mirror 2.0; Bed Utility Group (includes pickup box lighting (LPL), spray-in bedliner (XMF), Mopar bed step (MDN)) | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | |
| Limited Level 1 Equipment GroupRunning boards, power; Tow Technology Group (includes: 360-degree surround view camera system (XAK), trailer reverse guidance (XPU), cargo view camera w/ dynamic center line (LPD)); Anti-spin rear differential (2500); Safety Group (includes: adaptive steering (SJE), Active Lane Management (XNW), Drowsy Driver Detection (XNM), Traffic Sign Recognition (XPS)); Digital rearview mirror 2.0; Bed Utility Group (includes pickup box lighting (LPL), spray-in bedliner (XMF), Mopar bed step (MDN)) | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | |
| Functional Packages | |||||||||
| Functional PackagesBed Utility GroupDeployable bed step; LED bed lighting; Spray-in bedliner | O/P | O/P | O/P | O/P | O/P | O/P | |||
| Box Delete (Regular Cab or Crew Cab)(Not available with Power Wagon Package) | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | ||
| RamBox Bed Storage System | — | — | — | ✓ | ✓ | ||||
| Dual Rear Wheel Group (3500 only)Rear wheelhouse liners; Cab-mounted, box and rear fender LED clearance lamps | — | — | — | — | |||||
| Fifth-wheel/Gooseneck Prep GroupBed-mounted seven-pin connector; Mounting holes for fifth-wheel hitch and gooseneck ball; Mounting hole covers | O/P | O/P | — | O/P | O/P | O/P | |||
| Max Towing Package (3500 DRW, diesel, Crew or Mega Cab only)Auto-leveling rear air suspension (Laramie, Limited and Longhorn only); Fifth-wheel/Gooseneck Prep Group; Cargo view camera | — | — | — | — | |||||
| Payload Upgrade Package (2500 HEMI, Reg or Crew Cab only)GVWR 11,040; 3500 frame; Leaf spring rear suspension; Upgraded rear shock absorbers; Anti-spin differential; 18-in. x 8-in. steel wheel (Tradesman only); LT275/70R18E BSW Firestone TransForce HT all-season tires | — | — | — | — | |||||
| Off-road Group (4x4 2500 only)Front/rear Bilstein shocks; Transfer case skid plate; Hill-descent Control; All-terrain tires | — | — | ✓ | — | — | ||||
| Power Wagon Equipment Group (4x4 2500 HEMI V8 only)Articulink suspension; Front/rear Bilstein shocks (Power Wagon-tuned); Raised ride height; Hill-descent Control; Tru-Lok front and rear axles; 4.10 axle ratio; Fuel tank skid plate; Transfer case skid plate; Front, electric 12,000-lb. winch; Black wheel flares, Power Wagon design; Black Powder coated front and rear bumpers; Front disconnecting stabilizer bar; 17 x 8.0-in. cast aluminum Power Wagon wheels; LT285/70R17D OWL Goodyear Wrangler Duratrac all-terrain tires; Wheel-well liners, rear; Front and rear parksense | — | — | — | ✓ | — | — | — | — | |
| Safety GroupBlind-spot Monitoring with trailer coverage and Rear Cross Path detection; Active Lane Management; Rain-sensing wipers; SmartBeam headlamps; Interior mirror, rearview, auto-dimming; 7in.- cluster (Tradesman and Base Big Horn/ Lone Star); Drowsy Driver Detection; Traffic Sign Recognition (NAW 3.5-in. cluster, 8.4-in. radio); Adaptive steering | O/P | O/P | |||||||
Equipment that becomes standard at each step up, compared with the next trim down in price. Packages and options aren't counted.
Source: 2027 Ram 2500 & 3500 Heavy Duty Feature Availability, Stellantis North America. Equipment can change during the model year and some items arrive late; confirm on the window sticker.
Trims, prices, packages and colors for every model year on record, from the manufacturer's Build & Price data.
| Powertrain | Horsepower | Torque | Transmission | Drivetrain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6.4L HEMI V8Standard on every trim. Up to 18,140 lbs towing and 7,580 lbs payload (preliminary). 4x4 single-rear-wheel Regular Cab 8-foot and Crew Cab 6 ft 4 in trucks now reach an 11,440 lb GVWR, up 400 lbs. Regular fuel. | 405 hp | 429 lb-ft | TorqueFlite HD 8-speed automatic | 4x2 or 4x4 |
| 6.7L Cummins High-Output Turbo Diesel I6Optional on every trim. Up to 37,020 lbs towing and 6,460 lbs payload (preliminary). The Max Tow package uses a 12.0-inch rear axle. | 430 hp | 1075 lb-ft | TorqueFlite HD 8-speed automatic | 4x2 or 4x4 |
Photos courtesy of Stellantis. Equipment and colors vary by trim.
For most travel trailers, yes. A 2500 or even a 1500 is often adequate. The 3500 makes sense for a large fifth-wheel or gooseneck hauler where you want margin on payload and braking, such as steep grades into the White Mountains or the Adirondacks. Weigh the loaded trailer, including pin or tongue weight, and compare it to the specific truck's rating.
The HEMI carries more. Ram's preliminary maximum payload is 7,580 pounds for the HEMI versus 6,460 for the Cummins diesel, because the diesel engine weighs more. The diesel wins on towing, at up to 37,020 pounds against 18,140. If you haul heavy loads in the bed, such as a slide-in camper or pallets of material, the gas truck can be the better fit.
Ram's preliminary maximum is 37,020 pounds with the Cummins High-Output diesel, and 18,140 pounds with the 6.4-liter HEMI V8. Actual capacity varies by cab, wheel arrangement, axle and equipment. Heavier ratings require the Max Tow axle and gooseneck or fifth-wheel hardware.
The 3500 with the 6.4-liter HEMI is rated up to 7,580 pounds and the Cummins diesel up to 6,460 pounds (both preliminary). New for 2027, single-rear-wheel 4x4 trucks with the HEMI can reach an 11,440-pound GVWR, which adds roughly 400 pounds of payload.
ramtrucks.com lists the 2027 Ram 3500 from $49,340 for the Tradesman Regular Cab, before destination. Big Horn starts at $53,090, Laramie $64,795, and Limited and Longhorn $76,805. Mega Cab Laramie is $81,735 and Mega Cab Limited and Longhorn are $94,035. Dual rear wheels and the Cummins diesel add to these prices.
Yes in output. The Cummins HO makes 430 horsepower and 1,075 lb-ft, compared with 405 horsepower and 429 lb-ft for the 6.4-liter HEMI. The gas engine, though, delivers a higher payload number.
Yes. The 3500 can be ordered with single or dual rear wheels, depending on cab and bed. Dual rear wheels improve stability when carrying or pulling heavy loads.
A 3500 pickup has a factory bed and consumer-focused trims. The 3500 Chassis Cab comes without a bed so an upfitter can mount a flatbed, utility body or dump body, and it has higher GVWR options and a different frame setup. Chassis Cab is covered on its own page.
Sources: manufacturer specifications and press materials (13). Figures are manufacturer-published and subject to change.
