2026 Ram 1500 Towing Capacity 🡫
Built to lead in its segment, the 2026 Ram 1500 offers outstanding towing potential. Properly equipped, this half-ton beast can handle up to 11,610 pounds of trailer weight. Engineered with advanced tech and powertrains like the new 5.7L HEMI® V8 and the Hurricane I6 High Output, it combines brute strength with refined control.
Smart towing tools make life easier. Hitch assist, telescoping mirrors, and mirror-mounted cameras help you line up your trailer and stay aware of your surroundings—even in tight spaces.
- Tows up to 11,610 lb when properly equipped
- Tailgate Hitch Assist for precise trailer alignment
- Trailer-ready telescopic mirrors
- Camera views integrated into mirror housings
- Blind spot monitoring that adjusts for trailer length
- Active-Level™ Four Corner Air Suspension on Crew Cab variants
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2026 Ram 1500 Payload Capacity🡫
Payload matters just as much as towing, and the 2026 Ram 1500 doesn’t hold back. When properly configured, this pickup can haul up to 2,360 pounds—ideal for equipment, building materials, or adventure gear.
Pair it with the available Payload-Plus package to take on demanding loads while maintaining smooth ride quality. With its versatile bed and innovative storage options like the RamBox® system, it’s a workhorse through and through.
- Maximum payload rating: 2,360 lb
- Optional Payload-Plus suspension upgrades
- Generous bed dimensions for large cargo
- Optional RamBox® Cargo System with lighting and outlets
- Multifunction tailgate rated to hold up to 2,000 lb
- Air suspension that adjusts to payload weight
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2026 Ram 1500 Performance Features 🡫
The performance of the 2026 Ram 1500 is a direct result of its powerhouse engine lineup and smart engineering. You can select from three strong choices: the efficient 3.6L Pentastar® V6, the commanding 5.7L HEMI® V8, or the industry-leading 3.0L Hurricane I6 delivering an impressive 540 hp and 521 lb-ft of torque.
Paired with the smooth-shifting 8-speed TorqueFlite® automatic transmission and available air suspension system, this truck adapts to every task—from towing and off-roading to cruising and commuting.
- Hurricane I6 HO: 540 hp / 521 lb-ft torque
- HEMI® 5.7L V8: 395 hp / 410 lb-ft torque
- 3.6L Pentastar® V6: proven efficiency
- Active-Level™ Four Corner Air Suspension
- Off-road enhancements: Bilstein® shocks, Selec-Speed®, E-Locker®
- Built on a 98% high-strength steel frame
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