Ram 1500 Classic towing capacity
The 2023 Ram 1500 Classic is rated for 10,620 lbs (the source does not say which hitch type the figure is for). The source gives one figure for it.
Source documents last retrieved October 3, 2026.
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2023 Ram 1500 Classic
Hitch type not stated
The source gives these trailer weights without naming a hitch type. They are shown as printed.
| Configuration | Engine | Drive | Axle | Max trailer | Needs | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ram 1500 Classic (single maximum, no configuration given)footnote: when properly equipped; footnote 22 on the row: 'Based on 2022 model-year specifications' | 10,620 lbs | p. 2 |
2022 Ram 1500 Classic
Hitch type not stated
The source gives these trailer weights without naming a hitch type. They are shown as printed.
| Configuration | Engine | Drive | Axle | Max trailer | Needs | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ram 1500 Classic (single maximum, no configuration given)footnote: when properly equipped; footnote 18 on the row: 'Based on 2021 model-year specifications' | 10,610 lbs | p. 2 |
2021 Ram 1500 Classic
| Engine | Conventional |
|---|---|
| 5.7L V8 MDS VVT ENGINE | 10,610 lbs |
| 3.6L V6 VVT ENGINE | 7,660 lbs |
All 48 2021 1500 Classic configurations, with axle, cab and required equipment
2020 Ram 1500 Classic
| Engine | Hitch type not stated |
|---|---|
| 5.7L V8 HEMI MDS VVT ENGINE | 10,680 lbs |
| 3.6L V6 VVT ENGINE | 7,580 lbs |
All 48 2020 1500 Classic configurations, with axle, cab and required equipment
Source: Axle Ratio RAM 1500 4X2 QUAD ST 6'4" BOX (2020DS1L41) Base Weight
2019 Ram 1500 Classic
| Engine | Conventional |
|---|---|
| 5.7L V8 HEMI MDS VVT ENGINE | 10,710 lbs |
| 3.0L V6 TURBO DIESEL ENGINE | 9,290 lbs |
| 3.6L V6 VVT ENGINE | 7,680 lbs |
All 347 2019 1500 Classic configurations, with axle, cab and required equipment
Common questions
How has the Ram 1500 Classic's towing capacity changed by year?
Highest published rating by model year: 2023: 10,620 lbs; 2022: 10,610 lbs; 2021: 10,610 lbs; 2020: 10,680 lbs; 2019: 10,710 lbs.
What hitch are the Ram 1500 Classic ratings for?
For some years the manufacturer's document gives a trailer weight without naming a hitch type. We show those as "Hitch type not stated" and do not assume one.