2026 Ram 1500 Towing & Payload Guide
New Ram 1500 Towing & Payload Specs at Blenheim Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram
The 2026 Ram 1500 leads in pure strength up to 540 horsepower, 521 pound-feet of torque, and 11,570 lbs of towing muscle bolstered by payload potential up to 1,980 lbs. It’s been dubbed the Strongest Ram 1500 ever, and also features the most available towing technology features a Ram 1500 has ever seen, including an intelligent Trailer Health Monitor, Reverse Guidance, Auto Hitch Assist, and more. Keep reading as our experts at Blenheim Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram share everything you need to know about the 2026 Ram 1500’s powertrains, towing specs, and towing tech, and get in touch today to find yours in our lineup of new Stellantis vehicles in Blenheim, ON.
How Much Can the 2026 Ram 1500 Tow?
The 2026 Ram 1500 can tow up to 11,570 lbs on its 3.0 L I6 SO Twin Turbo Hurricane engine, or 11,310 lbs on its newly-returned 5.7 L HEMI V8. That’s plenty for a full-size trailer, utility trailer, work equipment, or a boat for an easy weekend on the water. Payload is also impressive, ranging up to 2,370 lbs on the 3.6 L Pentastar V6 with eTorque, so you can haul to your heart’s content knowing your 2026 Ram 1500 can safely handle the weight.
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2026 Ram 1500 Engine Power & Towing Chart |
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Engine |
3.0 L High-Output Twin Turbo Hurricane |
3.0 L I6 SO Twin Turbo Hurricane |
3.6 L Pentastar V6 with eTorque |
5.7 L HEMI V8 |
| Horsepower |
540 |
420 |
305 |
395 |
| Torque (lb-ft) |
521 |
469 |
269 |
410 |
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Max Towing (kg / lb) |
4,500 / 9,920 |
5,248 / 11,570 |
3,679 / 8,110 |
5,130 / 11,310 |
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Max Payload (kg / lb) |
690 / 1,520 |
898 / 1,980 |
1,075 / 2,370 |
794 / 1,750 |
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Model Availability |
Limited, Limited Longhorn, RHO, Tungsten |
Sport, Rebel, Laramie, Tradesman, Big Horn |
Tradesman, Big Horn |
Tradesman, Big Horn, Limited, Longhorn, Sport, Laramie |
What is the Towing Technology Package on the 2026 Ram 1500?
The 2026 Ram 1500’s towing technology package offers a selection of helpful features available via the dashboard touchscreen. Check in on your trailer’s health with your Trailer Health Monitor, consult a preview of your trailer’s trajectory with Trailer Reverse Guidance to help guard against jackknifing, and take a better view at your trailer’s surroundings with the 2026 Ram 1500’s telescopic Trailer Tow Mirrors and Digital Rearview Mirror that streams an unobstructed, real-time view of the road behind your trailer from your pickup truck’s rear-facing camera.
- Trailer Health Monitor
- Trailer Reverse Guidance
- Digital Rearview Mirror with Tow Mode.
- Trailer Auto Hitch Assist
- Trailer Tow Mirrors with available Mirror-Mounted Camera System
Shop the 2026 Ram 1500 at Blenheim Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram
The class-leading 2026 Ram 1500 is available now at the Blenheim Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram showroom in Blenheim, ON, so stop by to discuss trims, accessories, and financing or leasing options with our expert team. We can also offer a free trade-in valuation upon request if you’re looking to sell your current vehicle. Got a question? Give us a call to let us know how we can help!