2023 Ram 2500 Towing Capacity
The 2023 Ram 2500 tows up to 20,000 lb. The exact figure depends on engine, cab, drive and axle ratio; the lowest-rated setup tows 10,440 lb.
50 configurations from the manufacturer's guide.
Ratings on this page last changed .
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Highest rated2023 · 2500
20,000lb trailer
Tradesman, 6.7L I-6 TURBO DIESEL (A6 68RFE), Crew Cab, 6'4" box, 2WD, 3.73 axle
- GCWR
- 27,700
- Axle
- 3.73
- Hitch
- Class V
2023 2500 towing capacity by engine
| Engine | Tows up to (lb) | Best setup |
|---|---|---|
| 6.7L I-6 TURBO DIESEL (A6 68RFE) | 20,0002023 Ram 2500 & 3500 Heavy Duty Towing Charts (Stellantis media site), p. 2 · 16 Sep 2026 | Tradesman, Crew Cab, 6'4" box, 2WD, 3.73 axle |
| 6.4L V-8 HEMI (A8 8HP75) | 17,7402023 Ram 2500 & 3500 Heavy Duty Towing Charts (Stellantis media site), p. 1 · 16 Sep 2026 | Tradesman, Regular Cab, 8' box, 2WD, 4.10 axle |
Show all 50 configurations (cab, axle ratio, GCWR, hitch class)
| Trim | Engine | Cab / body | Bed | Drive | Axle | Tow pkg | Max trailer (lb) | Payload (lb) | GVWR (lb) | GCWR (lb) | Hitch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tradesman | 6.7L I-6 TURBO DIESEL (A6 68RFE) | Crew Cab | 6'4" box | 2WD | 3.73 | — | 20,0002023 Ram 2500 & 3500 Heavy Duty Towing Charts (Stellantis media site), p. 2 · 16 Sep 2026 | 2,770 | 10,000 | 27,700 | Class V |
| Tradesman | 6.7L I-6 TURBO DIESEL (A6 68RFE) | Crew Cab | 6'4" box | 2WD | 3.73 | — | 20,0002023 Ram 2500 & 3500 Heavy Duty Towing Charts (Stellantis media site), p. 2 · 16 Sep 2026 | 2,680 | 9,900 | 27,700 | Class V |
| Tradesman | 6.7L I-6 TURBO DIESEL (A6 68RFE) | Crew Cab | 8' box | 2WD | 3.73 | — | 20,0002023 Ram 2500 & 3500 Heavy Duty Towing Charts (Stellantis media site), p. 2 · 16 Sep 2026 | 2,630 | 10,000 | 27,840 | Class V |
| Tradesman | 6.7L I-6 TURBO DIESEL (A6 68RFE) | Regular Cab | 8' box | 2WD | 3.73 | — | 19,9902023 Ram 2500 & 3500 Heavy Duty Towing Charts (Stellantis media site), p. 1 · 16 Sep 2026 | 3,150 | 10,000 | 27,320 | Class V |
| Tradesman | 6.7L I-6 TURBO DIESEL (A6 68RFE) | Regular Cab | 8' box | 2WD | 3.73 | — | 19,9902023 Ram 2500 & 3500 Heavy Duty Towing Charts (Stellantis media site), p. 1 · 16 Sep 2026 | 3,050 | 9,900 | 27,320 | Class V |
| Tradesman | 6.7L I-6 TURBO DIESEL (A6 68RFE) | Regular Cab | 8' box | 4WD | 3.73 | — | 19,9802023 Ram 2500 & 3500 Heavy Duty Towing Charts (Stellantis media site), p. 3 · 16 Sep 2026 | 2,810 | 10,000 | 27,650 | Class V |
| Tradesman | 6.7L I-6 TURBO DIESEL (A6 68RFE) | Regular Cab | 8' box | 4WD | 3.73 | — | 19,9802023 Ram 2500 & 3500 Heavy Duty Towing Charts (Stellantis media site), p. 3 · 16 Sep 2026 | 2,710 | 9,900 | 27,650 | Class V |
| Tradesman | 6.7L I-6 TURBO DIESEL (A6 68RFE) | Crew Cab | 8' box | 2WD | 3.73 | — | 19,9002023 Ram 2500 & 3500 Heavy Duty Towing Charts (Stellantis media site), p. 2 · 16 Sep 2026 | 2,520 | 9,900 | 27,840 | Class V |
| Tradesman | 6.7L I-6 TURBO DIESEL (A6 68RFE) | Crew Cab | — | 2WD | 3.73 | — | 19,2402023 Ram 2500 & 3500 Heavy Duty Towing Charts (Stellantis media site), p. 1 · 16 Sep 2026 | 2,660 | 10,000 | 27,700 | Class V |
| Tradesman | 6.7L I-6 TURBO DIESEL (A6 68RFE) | Crew Cab | — | 2WD | 3.73 | — | 18,8202023 Ram 2500 & 3500 Heavy Duty Towing Charts (Stellantis media site), p. 1 · 16 Sep 2026 | 2,610 | 9,900 | 27,700 | Class V |
| Tradesman | 6.7L I-6 TURBO DIESEL (A6 68RFE) | Crew Cab | 8' box | 4WD | 3.73 | — | 18,2302023 Ram 2500 & 3500 Heavy Duty Towing Charts (Stellantis media site), p. 4 · 16 Sep 2026 | 2,300 | 10,000 | 26,400 | Class V |
| Tradesman | 6.4L V-8 HEMI (A8 8HP75) | Regular Cab | 8' box | 2WD | 4.10 | — | 17,7402023 Ram 2500 & 3500 Heavy Duty Towing Charts (Stellantis media site), p. 1 · 16 Sep 2026 | 4,010 | 10,000 | 24,200 | Class V |
| Tradesman | 6.4L V-8 HEMI (A8 8HP75) | Regular Cab | 8' box | 2WD | 4.10 | — | 17,7402023 Ram 2500 & 3500 Heavy Duty Towing Charts (Stellantis media site), p. 1 · 16 Sep 2026 | 3,910 | 9,900 | 24,200 | Class V |
| Tradesman | 6.4L V-8 HEMI (A8 8HP75) | Regular Cab | 8' box | 4WD | 4.10 | — | 17,4202023 Ram 2500 & 3500 Heavy Duty Towing Charts (Stellantis media site), p. 3 · 16 Sep 2026 | 3,690 | 10,000 | 24,200 | Class V |
| Tradesman | 6.4L V-8 HEMI (A8 8HP75) | Regular Cab | 8' box | 4WD | 4.10 | — | 17,4102023 Ram 2500 & 3500 Heavy Duty Towing Charts (Stellantis media site), p. 3 · 16 Sep 2026 | 3,580 | 9,900 | 24,200 | Class V |
| Tradesman | 6.4L V-8 HEMI (A8 8HP75) | Crew Cab | 6'4" box | 2WD | 4.10 | — | 17,3902023 Ram 2500 & 3500 Heavy Duty Towing Charts (Stellantis media site), p. 2 · 16 Sep 2026 | 3,660 | 10,000 | 24,200 | Class V |
| Tradesman | 6.4L V-8 HEMI (A8 8HP75) | Crew Cab | 6'4" box | 2WD | 4.10 | — | 17,3902023 Ram 2500 & 3500 Heavy Duty Towing Charts (Stellantis media site), p. 2 · 16 Sep 2026 | 3,560 | 9,900 | 24,200 | Class V |
| Tradesman | 6.4L V-8 HEMI (A8 8HP75) | Crew Cab | — | 2WD | 4.10 | — | 17,2702023 Ram 2500 & 3500 Heavy Duty Towing Charts (Stellantis media site), p. 1 · 16 Sep 2026 | 3,540 | 10,000 | 24,200 | Class V |
| Tradesman | 6.4L V-8 HEMI (A8 8HP75) | Crew Cab | — | 2WD | 4.10 | — | 17,2702023 Ram 2500 & 3500 Heavy Duty Towing Charts (Stellantis media site), p. 1 · 16 Sep 2026 | 3,440 | 9,900 | 24,200 | Class V |
| Tradesman | 6.4L V-8 HEMI (A8 8HP75) | Crew Cab | 8' box | 2WD | 4.10 | — | 17,2602023 Ram 2500 & 3500 Heavy Duty Towing Charts (Stellantis media site), p. 2 · 16 Sep 2026 | 3,530 | 10,000 | 24,200 | Class V |
| Tradesman | 6.4L V-8 HEMI (A8 8HP75) | Crew Cab | 8' box | 2WD | 4.10 | — | 17,2502023 Ram 2500 & 3500 Heavy Duty Towing Charts (Stellantis media site), p. 2 · 16 Sep 2026 | 3,420 | 9,900 | 24,200 | Class V |
| Tradesman | 6.7L I-6 TURBO DIESEL (A6 68RFE) | Crew Cab | 8' box | 4WD | 3.73 | — | 17,2102023 Ram 2500 & 3500 Heavy Duty Towing Charts (Stellantis media site), p. 4 · 16 Sep 2026 | 2,200 | 9,900 | 26,400 | Class V |
| Tradesman | 6.4L V-8 HEMI (A8 8HP75) | Crew Cab | 8' box | 4WD | 4.10 | — | 16,9102023 Ram 2500 & 3500 Heavy Duty Towing Charts (Stellantis media site), p. 4 · 16 Sep 2026 | 3,080 | 9,900 | 24,200 | Class V |
| Tradesman | 6.4L V-8 HEMI (A8 8HP75) | Crew Cab | 8' box | 4WD | 4.10 | — | 16,9002023 Ram 2500 & 3500 Heavy Duty Towing Charts (Stellantis media site), p. 4 · 16 Sep 2026 | 3,170 | 10,000 | 24,200 | Class V |
| Big Horn / Lone Star | 6.4L V-8 HEMI (A8 8HP75) | Mega Cab | 6'4" box | 4WD | 4.10 | — | 16,6002023 Ram 2500 & 3500 Heavy Duty Towing Charts (Stellantis media site), p. 3 · 16 Sep 2026 | 2,940 | 10,000 | 24,200 | Class V |
| Big Horn / Lone Star | 6.4L V-8 HEMI (A8 8HP75) | Mega Cab | 6'4" box | 4WD | 4.10 | — | 16,6002023 Ram 2500 & 3500 Heavy Duty Towing Charts (Stellantis media site), p. 3 · 16 Sep 2026 | 2,840 | 9,900 | 24,200 | Class V |
| Big Horn / Lone Star | 6.4L V-8 HEMI (A8 8HP75) | Mega Cab | — | 4WD | 4.10 | — | 16,5302023 Ram 2500 & 3500 Heavy Duty Towing Charts (Stellantis media site), p. 2 · 16 Sep 2026 | 2,810 | 10,000 | 24,200 | Class V |
| Big Horn / Lone Star | 6.4L V-8 HEMI (A8 8HP75) | Mega Cab | — | 4WD | 4.10 | — | 16,5302023 Ram 2500 & 3500 Heavy Duty Towing Charts (Stellantis media site), p. 2 · 16 Sep 2026 | 2,710 | 9,900 | 24,200 | Class V |
| Big Horn / Lone Star | 6.7L I-6 TURBO DIESEL (A6 68RFE) | Mega Cab | 6'4" box | 4WD | 3.73 | — | 15,6202023 Ram 2500 & 3500 Heavy Duty Towing Charts (Stellantis media site), p. 3 · 16 Sep 2026 | 2,040 | 10,000 | 24,240 | Class V |
| Tradesman | 6.4L V-8 HEMI (A8 8HP75) | Regular Cab | 8' box | 2WD | 3.73 | — | 15,5402023 Ram 2500 & 3500 Heavy Duty Towing Charts (Stellantis media site), p. 1 · 16 Sep 2026 | 4,010 | 10,000 | 22,000 | Class V |
| Tradesman | 6.4L V-8 HEMI (A8 8HP75) | Regular Cab | 8' box | 2WD | 3.73 | — | 15,5402023 Ram 2500 & 3500 Heavy Duty Towing Charts (Stellantis media site), p. 1 · 16 Sep 2026 | 3,910 | 9,900 | 22,000 | Class V |
| Tradesman | 6.4L V-8 HEMI (A8 8HP75) | Regular Cab | 8' box | 4WD | 3.73 | — | 15,2202023 Ram 2500 & 3500 Heavy Duty Towing Charts (Stellantis media site), p. 3 · 16 Sep 2026 | 3,690 | 10,000 | 22,000 | Class V |
| Tradesman | 6.4L V-8 HEMI (A8 8HP75) | Regular Cab | 8' box | 4WD | 3.73 | — | 15,2102023 Ram 2500 & 3500 Heavy Duty Towing Charts (Stellantis media site), p. 3 · 16 Sep 2026 | 3,580 | 9,900 | 22,000 | Class V |
| Tradesman | 6.4L V-8 HEMI (A8 8HP75) | Crew Cab | 6'4" box | 2WD | 3.73 | — | 15,1902023 Ram 2500 & 3500 Heavy Duty Towing Charts (Stellantis media site), p. 2 · 16 Sep 2026 | 3,660 | 10,000 | 22,000 | Class V |
| Tradesman | 6.4L V-8 HEMI (A8 8HP75) | Crew Cab | 6'4" box | 2WD | 3.73 | — | 15,1902023 Ram 2500 & 3500 Heavy Duty Towing Charts (Stellantis media site), p. 2 · 16 Sep 2026 | 3,560 | 9,900 | 22,000 | Class V |
| Tradesman | 6.4L V-8 HEMI (A8 8HP75) | Crew Cab | — | 2WD | 3.73 | — | 15,0702023 Ram 2500 & 3500 Heavy Duty Towing Charts (Stellantis media site), p. 1 · 16 Sep 2026 | 3,540 | 10,000 | 22,000 | Class V |
| Tradesman | 6.4L V-8 HEMI (A8 8HP75) | Crew Cab | — | 2WD | 3.73 | — | 15,0702023 Ram 2500 & 3500 Heavy Duty Towing Charts (Stellantis media site), p. 1 · 16 Sep 2026 | 3,440 | 9,900 | 22,000 | Class V |
| Tradesman | 6.4L V-8 HEMI (A8 8HP75) | Crew Cab | 8' box | 2WD | 3.73 | — | 15,0602023 Ram 2500 & 3500 Heavy Duty Towing Charts (Stellantis media site), p. 2 · 16 Sep 2026 | 3,530 | 10,000 | 22,000 | Class V |
| Tradesman | 6.4L V-8 HEMI (A8 8HP75) | Crew Cab | 8' box | 2WD | 3.73 | — | 15,0502023 Ram 2500 & 3500 Heavy Duty Towing Charts (Stellantis media site), p. 2 · 16 Sep 2026 | 3,420 | 9,900 | 22,000 | Class V |
| Tradesman | 6.4L V-8 HEMI (A8 8HP75) | Crew Cab | 8' box | 4WD | 3.73 | — | 14,7102023 Ram 2500 & 3500 Heavy Duty Towing Charts (Stellantis media site), p. 4 · 16 Sep 2026 | 3,080 | 9,900 | 22,200 | Class V |
| Tradesman | 6.4L V-8 HEMI (A8 8HP75) | Crew Cab | 8' box | 4WD | 3.73 | — | 14,7002023 Ram 2500 & 3500 Heavy Duty Towing Charts (Stellantis media site), p. 4 · 16 Sep 2026 | 3,170 | 10,000 | 22,000 | Class V |
| Big Horn / Lone Star | 6.7L I-6 TURBO DIESEL (A6 68RFE) | Mega Cab | 6'4" box | 4WD | 3.73 | — | 14,6202023 Ram 2500 & 3500 Heavy Duty Towing Charts (Stellantis media site), p. 3 · 16 Sep 2026 | 1,940 | 9,900 | 24,240 | Class V |
| Big Horn / Lone Star | 6.7L I-6 TURBO DIESEL (A6 68RFE) | Mega Cab | — | 4WD | 3.73 | — | 14,4802023 Ram 2500 & 3500 Heavy Duty Towing Charts (Stellantis media site), p. 2 · 16 Sep 2026 | 1,920 | 10,000 | 24,240 | Class V |
| Big Horn / Lone Star | 6.4L V-8 HEMI (A8 8HP75) | Mega Cab | 6'4" box | 4WD | 3.73 | — | 14,4702023 Ram 2500 & 3500 Heavy Duty Towing Charts (Stellantis media site), p. 3 · 16 Sep 2026 | 2,940 | 10,000 | 22,000 | Class V |
| Big Horn / Lone Star | 6.4L V-8 HEMI (A8 8HP75) | Mega Cab | 6'4" box | 4WD | 3.73 | — | 14,4702023 Ram 2500 & 3500 Heavy Duty Towing Charts (Stellantis media site), p. 3 · 16 Sep 2026 | 2,840 | 9,900 | 22,000 | Class V |
| Big Horn / Lone Star | 6.4L V-8 HEMI (A8 8HP75) | Mega Cab | — | 4WD | 3.73 | — | 14,3402023 Ram 2500 & 3500 Heavy Duty Towing Charts (Stellantis media site), p. 2 · 16 Sep 2026 | 2,810 | 10,000 | 22,000 | Class V |
| Big Horn / Lone Star | 6.4L V-8 HEMI (A8 8HP75) | Mega Cab | — | 4WD | 3.73 | — | 14,3402023 Ram 2500 & 3500 Heavy Duty Towing Charts (Stellantis media site), p. 2 · 16 Sep 2026 | 2,710 | 9,900 | 22,000 | Class V |
| Big Horn / Lone Star | 6.7L I-6 TURBO DIESEL (A6 68RFE) | Mega Cab | — | 4WD | 3.73 | — | 13,4802023 Ram 2500 & 3500 Heavy Duty Towing Charts (Stellantis media site), p. 2 · 16 Sep 2026 | 1,820 | 9,900 | 24,240 | Class V |
| Power Wagon | 6.4L V-8 HEMI (A8 8HP75) | Crew Cab | 6'4" box | 4WD | 4.10 | — | 10,5902023 Ram 2500 & 3500 Heavy Duty Towing Charts (Stellantis media site), p. 3 · 16 Sep 2026 | 1,630 | 8,565 | 18,000 | Class V |
| Power Wagon | 6.4L V-8 HEMI (A8 8HP75) | Crew Cab | — | 4WD | 4.10 | — | 10,4402023 Ram 2500 & 3500 Heavy Duty Towing Charts (Stellantis media site), p. 3 · 16 Sep 2026 | 1,520 | 8,565 | 18,000 | Class V |
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Can the 2023 Ram 2500 tow it?
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Towing setup for the 2023 Ram 2500
What to fit, in order · sized to its 20,000 lb rating
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Class V receiver hitchEssential
2023 Ram 2500 is rated to 20,000 lb, which falls in Class V (over 10,000 lb).
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Ball mountEssential
Ball mount drop/rise to keep the trailer level.
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7-pin wiring harnessEssential
A 7-pin connector carries the brake-controller output and 12V charge line.
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Trailer brake controllerHeavier trailers
Trailers over about 1,500 lb need their own brakes in most US states; thresholds vary by state.
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Weight-distribution hitchHeavier trailers
Recommended when the trailer exceeds the manufacturer's threshold for this configuration or half the vehicle's curb weight.
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Tow mirrorsWide trailers
Required in many states when the trailer is wider than the tow vehicle.
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Frequently asked
- How much can a 2023 Ram 2500 tow?
- The 2023 Ram 2500 tows up to 20,000 lb when equipped as Tradesman, 6.7L I-6 TURBO DIESEL (A6 68RFE), Crew Cab, 6'4" box, 2WD, 3.73 axle (2023 Ram 2500 & 3500 Heavy Duty Towing Charts (Stellantis media site), page 2, retrieved 16 Sep 2026).
- What is the lowest rated 2023 2500 configuration?
- 10,440 lb for the Power Wagon, 6.4L V-8 HEMI (A8 8HP75), Crew Cab, 4WD, 4.10 axle. Every configuration is listed in the table with its source.
- Do I need a weight-distribution hitch?
- Where the manufacturer does not state a threshold, the usual rule is a weight-distribution hitch when the trailer exceeds half the vehicle's curb weight. Use the widget below or the towing calculator.