Ram 2500 Towing Capacity

This one’s for our fellow truck fans out there—hey! If you’re looking for a pickup truck that has what it takes to haul all of your equipment throughout Hamilton, Madison, and Smyrna, New York, you’re going to want to check out the Ram 2500. Whether you’re planning on using it for work, play, or both, you can be confident that it will have you covered.

To show you what it can do, we here at Friendly Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram (CDJR) of Hamilton have drawn up the following Ram 2500 towing capacity review. This way, you can see everything it has to offer long before you sit behind the wheel. Go ahead and read through it to get a closer look.

2021 Ram 2500 Towing Capacity

We know a big factor in finding the right set of wheels is the power it boasts, no matter what you’re planning on towing. Fortunately, the Ram 2500 is absolutely up for the job, as evidenced by the fact that it has a maximum towing capacity of 20,000 pounds. On top of that, its maximum payload capacity of 4,010 pounds is also bound to come in handy. How’s that for incredible strength? We can hear your next adventure calling you already.

What are some things you can tow with a max of 20K behind you? That means you can pull along a Cabin Cruiser boat, weighing in at approximately 16,000 pounds, a large camper trailer at around 5,200 pounds, and so much more.

There’s more to towing than just those numbers, though. Let’s get into the engines and what they have to show for themselves—after all, they are the power behind the scenes (or under the hood), aren’t they? When you explore the Ram 2500’s strength in-depth, what do you find? We’ll tell you.

Under the Hood: 2500 Performance Specs

To make all of this aforementioned power possible, there are two engines from which you can choose. The one that comes standard is a 6.4L Heavy-Duty V8 HEMI®. It has the ability to produce a Best-in-Class 410 horsepower and an impressive 429 lb-ft of torque. This can be equipped with an 8-speed automatic transmission, which offers a whole new level of refinement—one that isn’t typical in heavy-duty trucks. Some of these features include fully electronic operation and shift mapping on the fly.

Likewise, the 2021 Ram 2500 is also available with the showstopping 6.7L I6 Cummins® Turbo Diesel engine, a proud machine that delivers a maximum output of 370 horsepower and a whopping 850 lb-ft of torque. It’s known for its outstanding towing capability that does not efficiency. Plus, its 6-speed automatic electronically controlled transmission provides lower noise and vibration with more responsiveness.

Towing Features for Enhanced Support

So, you know all about the power under the hood and what that support means for you on the road, but what else does the 2021 Ram 2500 offer? How does it watch your back on the go? Well, we’re about ready to dive into it. Guess what? There are, in fact, a litany of systems for you to rely on while you’re driving. This wide variety of features is designed to help you out when you’re using the Ram 2500 for towing, so you can stay safe and well behind the wheel.

For starters, there’s the WARN® ZEON-12 Winch, which has a synthetic line that won’t fray throughout your usage. It’s lightweight but retains a 12,000-pound rating. Likewise, you can count on Bilstein® gas-charged monotube shocks, which assist in keeping your tires on the ground for the smoothest possible ride. You’ll have front and rear locking differentials, all for enhanced on and off-road traction. Top all that off with an electronic front sway bar, a Power Wagon®-exclusive that disconnects electronically and maximizes your off-road capability to the extreme.

Other perks include:

• Distinctive Grille and Tailgate
• Beadlock-Capable Wheels
• Power Wagon® Graphics
• Rock Rail/Side Steps

If you like all that, then it’s time to get into the safety features that keep you as secure as possible.

Ram 2500 Towing Safety Features

Along with all of the above performance features and capabilities, the Ram 2500 provides you with several safety features. The available Forward Collision Warning with Active Braking is one that’s certainly worth mentioning; not only does it alert you to the possibility of a collision, but it even has the ability to apply pressure to the brakes—to the point of bringing the truck to a complete stop. You’ll be driving with, essentially, another operative set of eyes to assist in keeping you safe.

Other features you’ll be able to look forward to include an anti-lock brake system and driveline dual traction control. Electronic stability control with anti-roll comes standard. Other features include:

• Available Adaptive Forward Lighting System: These can turn the LED headlamps up to 15 degrees for increased nighttime visibility.
• Available Blind Spot Monitoring with Rear Cross Path Detection System: Alerts you to a vehicle in your blind spots for more confidence while changing lanes. This feature automatically senses and accounts for your trailer, too.

Stay safe and secure as you go in the 2021 Ram 2500.

Get Behind the Wheel of the 2021 Ram 2500 Today

Now that you know all about what to expect with the 2021 Ram 2500 towing capacity, what do you think? With its formidable towing capacity and supportive performance and safety features, this new truck is certainly built to impress. And if you are—impressed, that is—by what you’ve learned so far, the next step is easy. It’s time to get your hands on the wheel.

To make this dream ride a reality, all you have to do is contact our team at Friendly CDJR of Hamilton. We’d be happy to help you schedule a test drive to see firsthand how it performs out on those Hamilton, Madison, and Smyrna, NY, area roads. Get in touch with us today!