2027 Ram 2500 Towing Capacity: Cummins Diesel and Gas Specs for Inland Empire Contractors
The 2027 Ram 2500 tows up to 20,000 pounds. That figure requires the available High-Output 6.7L Cummins Turbo Diesel I6 and a fifth-wheel or gooseneck hitch package. Gas-powered models with the 6.4L HEMI V8 tow up to 17,740 pounds. Either way, this is enough truck for excavators, skid steers, and loaded equipment trailers.
Maximum towing and payload capacity figures are based on properly equipped vehicles and vary by configuration. Do not exceed any weight rating. See your owner’s manual and the vehicle’s door-jamb label for specific capacities.
Reaching the full diesel limit takes the right build. Ram pairs the High-Output diesel with the TorqueFlite HD eight-speed automatic and a 3.42 rear axle ratio. That combination improves torque at launch by nearly 10 percent over the previous-generation Ram Heavy Duty max-tow setup. An available Automatic Smart Exhaust Brake helps hold steady speed on downhill grades, which saves wear on the service brakes when you are running heavy.
Crews haul equipment north out of Fontana and up the Cajon Pass on I-15 every day. That grade asks a lot of a drivetrain under full payload. To look at hitch configurations in person, visit our Fontana showroom or call (909) 675-1186.
2027 Ram 2500 Power Wagon With the High-Output Cummins
The Ram 2500 Power Wagon is available with the High-Output Cummins for the first time in 2027. It pairs Ram’s most off-road-capable production pickup with 1,075 lb-ft of torque and tows up to 20,000 pounds when properly equipped.
Maximum towing and payload capacity figures are based on properly equipped vehicles and vary by configuration. Do not exceed any weight rating. See your owner’s manual and the vehicle’s door-jamb label for specific capacities.
What Are the Horsepower, Torque, and Towing Specs for the 2027 Ram 2500 Gas and Diesel Engines?
Two engines are offered, and both are available on all nine 2027 Ram 2500 trims. The standard 6.4L HEMI V8 makes 405 horsepower and 429 lb-ft of torque. The available High-Output 6.7L Cummins Turbo Diesel I6 makes 430 horsepower and 1,075 lb-ft of torque.
| Specification | 6.4L HEMI V8 | High-Output 6.7L Cummins Turbo Diesel I6 |
|---|---|---|
| Availability | Standard | Available |
| Horsepower | 405 hp @ 5,600 rpm | 430 hp @ 2,800 rpm |
| Torque | 429 lb-ft @ 4,000 rpm | 1,075 lb-ft @ 1,800 rpm |
| Transmission | TorqueFlite 8-Speed Automatic | TorqueFlite HD 8-Speed Automatic |
| Maximum Towing Capacity | Up to 17,740 lbs | Up to 20,000 lbs |
6.4L HEMI V8
The HEMI uses a cast-iron block with aluminum cylinder heads and hemispherical combustion chambers. Multiple Displacement System cylinder deactivation balances working efficiency against low-end pull. The TorqueFlite 8-speed automatic behind it uses skip-shift logic and optimized gearsets to hold lower engine speeds. HEMI-equipped heavy-duty trucks also carry the new Symbol of Protest V8 fender badge, finished in Satin Black on Tradesman, Black Express, Warlock, Rebel, Power Wagon, and Night Edition trucks.
High-Output 6.7L Cummins Turbo Diesel I6
The Cummins delivers its full 1,075 lb-ft at just 1,800 rpm. That is what lets the truck launch a loaded commercial trailer without drama. The oil filter and dual fuel filters sit up top, which cuts service downtime. For long-haul work, Crew Cab models with the 8-foot bed are eligible for the best-in-class available 50-gallon fuel tank. Compare both builds across our new Ram truck inventory.
Maximum towing and payload capacity figures are based on properly equipped vehicles and vary by configuration. Do not exceed any weight rating. See your owner’s manual and the vehicle’s door-jamb label for specific capacities.
How Much Payload Can the 2027 Ram 2500 Carry?
Maximum Payload Rating
The 2027 Ram 2500 carries up to 4,580 pounds. That is a best-in-class figure, and it requires a gas model equipped with the new Payload Upgrade Package.
Payload varies with cab style, bed length, drivetrain, and engine weight. The cast-iron block and turbocharging hardware of the Cummins add weight over the front axle. Diesel builds therefore return lower net payload than gas builds. Contractors who care more about in-bed capacity than trailer weight generally land on the HEMI with the upgrade package. If a second work truck makes more sense than a new one, browse our pre-owned Ram trucks.
What the Payload Upgrade Package Changes
The Payload Upgrade Package is new for 2027. It is offered on most Ram 2500 trucks with the 6.4L HEMI V8. The package raises Gross Vehicle Weight Rating from 10,000 pounds to 11,040 pounds. It does that by fitting the three-quarter-ton truck with a Ram 3500 frame, leaf springs, and an anti-spin rear differential. Ram offers it on select trims including Tradesman, Big Horn and Lone Star, Laramie, Limited, and Limited Longhorn. For crews hauling palletized material, gravel, or a mounted service body, it is the single most useful box on the order sheet.
Maximum towing and payload capacity figures are based on properly equipped vehicles and vary by configuration. Do not exceed any weight rating. See your owner’s manual and the vehicle’s door-jamb label for specific capacities.
What Commercial Work Features Come Standard on the 2027 Ram 2500 Tradesman?
The Tradesman is built for vocational fleets, construction crews, and municipal buyers. It puts the budget into durable equipment rather than cabin content.
Cab and Technology
Seating is a heavy-duty vinyl 40/20/40 split bench. It is designed to shrug off mud and job site debris. Dashboard technology centers on Uconnect 5 with a touchscreen, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and Bluetooth hands-free calling. Adaptive Cruise Control is standard. Fleet drivers can hold a set following distance in highway traffic even with a load behind them.
Work-Ready Equipment
Class V receiver hitch rated for heavy tongue weights
Combination four-pin and seven-pin trailer wiring receptacle at the rear bumper
220-amp alternator and Snowplow Prep wiring, both standard
Anti-spin rear differential, now a standalone option instead of an equipment group
Crews spec’ing a full fleet can review the Ram work truck lineup for chassis cab and upfit-ready configurations.
Driver-assistance and advanced safety systems are supplemental aids and are not substitutes for safe and attentive driving. Availability, operation, and effectiveness vary by trim and equipment and depend on factors including road, weather, traffic, and vehicle condition. Always keep your hands on the wheel and your eyes on the road. See your owner’s manual for system limitations and details.
Gas V8 or Cummins Diesel: Which 2027 Ram 2500 Powertrain Fits Your Work?
The choice comes down to how you actually use the truck.
| Decision Factor | 6.4L HEMI V8 | High-Output 6.7L Cummins Turbo Diesel I6 |
|---|---|---|
| Acquisition cost | Lower — standard engine | Higher — option cost |
| Payload Upgrade Package eligible | Yes | No |
| Diesel Exhaust Fluid required | No | Yes |
| Available 50-gallon fuel tank | Crew Cab, 8-foot bed | Crew Cab, 8-foot bed |
| Best fit | Moderate mileage, occasional trailering, bed-weight priority | High annual mileage, daily heavy trailering |
When the HEMI V8 Fits
The 6.4L HEMI is the standard engine and the lower-cost path into a 2027 Ram 2500. It is also the only route to the 4,580-pound payload rating, because the Payload Upgrade Package is HEMI-only. Gas engines reach operating temperature faster on short local runs. They take less oil at service intervals, and they do not require Diesel Exhaust Fluid. For contractors running moderate annual mileage with occasional trailering, that adds up.
When the Cummins Diesel Fits
The High-Output Cummins is the answer when the trailer is the job. The torque and towing gap is laid out in the specification table above. The available 50-gallon tank on Crew Cab 8-foot-bed models also stretches the distance between fuel stops. Operators logging high mileage with heavy equipment behind them justify the option cost.
A Note on Fuel Economy
Heavy-duty pickups above 8,500 pounds GVWR are exempt from EPA fuel economy testing. No official mileage figures are published for either engine. Treat any mileage claim as an estimate, not a rating.
What Trailering and Camera Technology Is Available on the 2027 Ram 2500?
The available trailering technology targets the parts of the job that waste the most time: hitching, backing into tight bays, and watching a trailer longer than the truck.
How the Systems Work
Trailer Reverse Steering Control lets the operator direct the trailer with a dashboard knob. The system manages the truck’s steering wheel while you do it. The available fully digital rearview mirror includes a tow mode and delivers a live feed from behind the vehicle.
Available Trailering Equipment
Trailer Reverse Steering Control with turn-knob direction guidance
360-degree surround-view camera covering the perimeter and the hitch
12-inch Digital Cluster Display with Trailer-Tow Pages
Trailer Tire Pressure Monitoring for up to four trailers, with the Tow Tech Package
Heated power convex tow mirrors with power-folding, power-telescoping, and memory
Class-exclusive 10.25-inch front passenger interactive display
Fifth-Wheel/Gooseneck Prep Package with factory rear-axle crossmember
Driver-assistance and advanced safety systems are supplemental aids and are not substitutes for safe and attentive driving. Availability, operation, and effectiveness vary by trim and equipment and depend on factors including road, weather, traffic, and vehicle condition. Always keep your hands on the wheel and your eyes on the road. See your owner’s manual for system limitations and details.
Frequently Asked Questions About the 2027 Ram 2500
What engine comes standard in the 2027 Ram 2500?
The 6.4L HEMI V8 is standard. It makes 405 horsepower and 429 lb-ft of torque, pairs with the TorqueFlite 8-speed automatic transmission, and tows up to 17,740 pounds when properly equipped.
What is the maximum towing capacity of the 2027 Ram 2500 Power Wagon with the diesel?
The 2027 Ram 2500 Power Wagon is available with the High-Output 6.7L Cummins Turbo Diesel I6 for the first time. Properly equipped with fifth-wheel or gooseneck hardware, the 2500 tows up to 20,000 pounds while keeping the Power Wagon’s off-road hardware.
How much payload can the 2027 Ram 2500 carry with the Payload Upgrade Package?
Gas-powered 2027 Ram 2500 models with the Payload Upgrade Package carry up to 4,580 pounds, a best-in-class figure. The package raises GVWR to 11,040 pounds using a Ram 3500 frame, leaf springs, and an anti-spin rear differential.
Maximum towing and payload capacity figures are based on properly equipped vehicles and vary by configuration. Do not exceed any weight rating. See your owner’s manual and the vehicle’s door-jamb label for specific capacities.
What determines the starting price of a 2027 Ram 2500 Regular Cab?
Configuration drives it. Cab style, bed length, drivetrain, trim level, engine choice, and equipment groups all move the MSRP. The High-Output Cummins diesel is the single largest option on the sheet. Contact our commercial sales team for current MSRP on the configuration you need.
Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) for new vehicles includes manufacturer and distributor options and delivery, process and handling fees, which may be subject to change at any time. MSRP excludes taxes, title, license and dealer installed options, accessories, fees and charges. MSRP is not the dealer advertised price. Dealer price will vary. The dealer sets the final price.
What commercial work features come standard on the Ram 2500 Tradesman?
The Tradesman includes heavy-duty vinyl 40/20/40 split-bench seating, a Class V receiver hitch, a combination four-pin and seven-pin trailer wiring receptacle, Adaptive Cruise Control, Uconnect 5 infotainment, and Snowplow Prep wiring with a 220-amp alternator.
Does the 2027 Ram 2500 support automated trailer backing assist?
Yes. Trailer Reverse Steering Control uses a dashboard knob to direct trailer movement while the system rotates the steering wheel to guide the trailer along the intended path.
Driver-assistance and advanced safety systems are supplemental aids and are not substitutes for safe and attentive driving. Availability, operation, and effectiveness vary by trim and equipment and depend on factors including road, weather, traffic, and vehicle condition. Always keep your hands on the wheel and your eyes on the road. See your owner’s manual for system limitations and details.
Taking the Next Step Toward Your 2027 Ram 2500
Picking a 2027 Ram 2500 configuration comes down to three things: daily payload, trailering weight, and operating budget. Whether that lands on a Tradesman Regular Cab with the Payload Upgrade Package or a Power Wagon with the High-Output Cummins, our truck team can walk the specifications with you.
We provide vehicle details, fleet ordering assistance, and guidance on commercial upfits. Visit our Highland Avenue showroom to compare both powertrains, or call (909) 675-1186 about a custom factory order.
For prior-model-year figures, see our 2026 Ram 2500 towing capacity and payload guide.
Disclaimers
Maximum towing and payload capacity figures are based on properly equipped vehicles and vary by configuration. Do not exceed any weight rating. See your owner’s manual and the vehicle’s door-jamb label for specific capacities.
Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) for new vehicles includes manufacturer and distributor options and delivery, process and handling fees, which may be subject to change at any time. MSRP excludes taxes, title, license and dealer installed options, accessories, fees and charges. MSRP is not the dealer advertised price. Dealer price will vary. The dealer sets the final price.
Driver-assistance and advanced safety systems are supplemental aids and are not substitutes for safe and attentive driving. Availability, operation, and effectiveness vary by trim and equipment and depend on factors including road, weather, traffic, and vehicle condition. Always keep your hands on the wheel and your eyes on the road. See your owner’s manual for system limitations and details.