2026 RAM 1500 Towing Capacity

October 16th, 2025 by

2026 RAM 1500 Towing an ATV

 

When your livelihood depends on moving serious weight across Knoxville, the 2026 RAM 1500 doesn’t just meet expectations—it exceeds them. Forget struggling with underpowered rigs; this new truck boasts four high-performance engines, each designed to handle your toughest hauls in Oak Ridge. Whether you’re pulling heavy equipment to a Athens job site or hauling a significant load across the state, the RAM 1500 towing capacity means you’ll do it with confidence and without breaking a sweat. Don’t compromise on power and reliability; discover how much the 2026 RAM 1500 can tow with the team at our Lenoir City dealership.

How Much Can A RAM 1500 Tow With Each Engine?

The 2026 RAM 1500 lineup features four strong engine options that are ready to get to work with you in Oak Ridge. Depending on which engine you opt for and your truck’s trim level, cab, and bed configuration, you may enjoy a new RAM 1500 towing capacity of up to 11,610 pounds*. Discover how much a 2026 RAM 1500 can tow with each engine when properly equipped:

 

  • 3.6L Pentastar® V6 Engine With eTorque: Capable of towing up to 8,130 pounds when truck is properly equipped*
  • 5.7L V8 HEMI® Engine With eTorque: Capable of towing up to 11,320 pounds when truck is properly equipped*
  • 3.0L Hurricane I6 Turbo Engine: Capable of towing up to 11,610 pounds when truck is properly equipped*
  • High-Output 3.0L Hurricane I6 Turbo Engine: Capable of towing up to 10,000 pounds when truck is properly equipped*

2026 RAM 1500 Payload Capacity

Some days, you’ll want to toss your gear in the truck bed and hit the road in Athens. Fortunately, each of the RAM 1500 engines supports an ample payload capacity to carry your tools, outdoor equipment, and more. Explore the maximum available payload limit supported by each engine below:

 

  • 3.6L Pentastar® V6 Engine With eTorque: Payload capacity of up to 2,360 pounds when truck is properly equipped*
  • 5.7L V8 HEMI® Engine With eTorque: Payload capacity TBD
  • 3.0L Hurricane I6 Turbo Engine: Payload capacity of up to 1,930 pounds when truck is properly equipped*
  • High-Output 3.0L Hurricane I6 Turbo Engine: Payload capacity of up to 1,490 pounds when truck is properly equipped*

Shop For A 2026 RAM 1500 At Lenoir City Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram

Our staff at Lenoir City Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram is super excited to help you find the perfect new RAM 1500 with a towing capacity that exceeds your expectations! Be sure to check out our rotating new vehicle specials for the 2026 RAM 1500, then swing by our dealership. We recommend trading in your current vehicle to put the value toward your upcoming purchase!

Disclaimer: *When properly equipped. Additional options, equipment, passengers, and cargo weight may affect payload/towing weights. Contact dealer for details.

 

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