Ram 3500 Towing Capacity by Year (2017–2026)

This page contains sponsored product links. If you buy through them we may earn a commission at no cost to you. How this works.

1. 1

   Class V receiver hitchEssential

   2024 Ram 3500 is rated to 23,000 lb, which falls in Class V (over 10,000 lb).

   See options on Amazon →
2. 2

   Ball mountEssential

   Ball mount drop/rise to keep the trailer level.

   See options on Amazon →
3. 3

   7-pin wiring harnessEssential

   A 7-pin connector carries the brake-controller output and 12V charge line.

   See options on Amazon →
4. 4

   Trailer brake controllerHeavier trailers

   Trailers over about 1,500 lb need their own brakes in most US states; thresholds vary by state.

   See options on Amazon →
5. 5

   Weight-distribution hitchHeavier trailers

   Recommended when the trailer exceeds the manufacturer's threshold for this configuration or half the vehicle's curb weight.

   See options on Amazon →
6. 6

   Tow mirrorsWide trailers

   Required in many states when the trailer is wider than the tow vehicle.

   See options on Amazon →

Links open a search filtered to this vehicle. Confirm fit with the seller before buying; the manufacturer's rating and your door-jamb label still set the limit.

Frequently asked

How much can a 2024 Ram 3500 tow?

The 2024 Ram 3500 tows up to 37,090 lb when equipped as Tradesman, 6.7L I-6 HO TURBO DIESEL (A6 AS69RC), Regular Cab, 8' box, 2WD, 4.10 axle, gooseneck hitch (2024 Ram 2500 & 3500 Heavy Duty Towing Charts (Stellantis media site), page 6, retrieved 16 Sep 2026).

How much can a 2024 Ram 3500 with the 6.7L I-6 HO TURBO DIESEL (A6 AS69RC) tow?

Up to 37,090 lb, as Tradesman, 6.7L I-6 HO TURBO DIESEL (A6 AS69RC), Regular Cab, 8' box, 2WD, 4.10 axle, gooseneck hitch. Across the 30 configurations with this engine, ratings run from 23,000 lb to 37,090 lb depending on cab, drive and axle ratio.

How much can a 2024 Ram 3500 with the 6.7L I-6 TURBO DIESEL (A6 68RFE) tow?

Up to 22,660 lb, as Tradesman, 6.7L I-6 TURBO DIESEL (A6 68RFE), Regular Cab, 8' box, 2WD, 4.10 axle. Across the 30 configurations with this engine, ratings run from 19,490 lb to 22,660 lb depending on cab, drive and axle ratio.

How much can a 2024 Ram 3500 with the 6.4L V-8 HEMI (A8 8HP75) tow?

Up to 18,210 lb, as Tradesman, 6.4L V-8 HEMI (A8 8HP75), Regular Cab, 8' box, 2WD, 4.10 axle. Across the 30 configurations with this engine, ratings run from 14,110 lb to 18,210 lb depending on cab, drive and axle ratio.

Can a 2024 Ram 3500 tow 20,000 lb?

Only in some configurations. 54 of the 90 listed for 2024 are rated at or above 20,000 lb; the lowest that qualifies is 20,010 lb as Tradesman, 6.7L I-6 TURBO DIESEL (A6 68RFE), Crew Cab, 8' box, 2WD, 3.73 axle. The rest are rated below it, so the configuration decides.

Which 2024 Ram 3500 configurations can tow 20,000 lb?

54 of the 90 listed for 2024 are rated at or above 20,000 lb, the highest being Tradesman, 6.7L I-6 HO TURBO DIESEL (A6 AS69RC), Regular Cab, 8' box, 2WD, 4.10 axle, gooseneck hitch at 37,090 lb. By engine, that is the 6.7L I-6 HO TURBO DIESEL (A6 AS69RC) at up to 37,090 lb, the 6.7L I-6 TURBO DIESEL (A6 68RFE) at up to 22,660 lb. Cab, drive and axle ratio decide the rest, so check the row that matches your vehicle.

Which 3500 configuration tows the most?

For 2024, the highest manufacturer rating is 37,090 lb for the Tradesman, 6.7L I-6 HO TURBO DIESEL (A6 AS69RC), Regular Cab, 8' box, 2WD, 4.10 axle, gooseneck hitch. Other engines, axle ratios and cab/drive combinations are rated lower; see the per-year table.

What is the GCWR of a 2024 Ram 3500?

Between 22,000 lb and 45,000 lb, depending on the configuration, across the 90 configurations listed for 2024 that state one. Gross combined weight rating is the most the truck and loaded trailer may weigh together. The figure for your own vehicle is on the certification label inside the driver's door jamb, and the table above lists it per configuration.

What hitch class does the 3500 need?

A 37,090 lb rating falls in Class V. Lower-rated configurations may need a lower class; the class never raises the vehicle's own rating.

Has the 3500 towing capacity changed since 2019?

The highest rated configuration was 35,100 lb in 2019 and 37,090 lb in 2024. Each year's full table is linked above.

Do these ratings apply to my truck?

Only if your vehicle matches the configuration in the row, including the axle ratio and tow package. Manufacturer ratings assume a properly equipped vehicle; the certification label on the driver's door jamb and the owner's manual override this site.