2020 Ram 1500 towing capacity
Up to 12,750 lbs (the source does not say which hitch type the figure is for). That rating is for this configuration: RAM 1500 4X2 QUAD TRADESMAN 6'4" BOX, 5.7L V8 HEMI MDS VVT W/ BSG, 2WD, 3.92 axle. The lowest-rated configuration in the same tables is 6,390 lbs, so the answer for your vehicle depends on how it is equipped.
Highest published rating12,750 lbsHitch type not stated. Lowest in the same tables: 6,390 lbs.
The top figure belongs to one specific build. Find the row that matches your engine, cab, drive and axle, and check the label on your driver's door jamb. Passengers and cargo in the truck come off what you can tow.
2020 Ram 1500 towing capacity by engine
The highest rating published for each engine. Pick a figure to see every configuration behind it.
| Engine | Hitch type not stated | Configurations |
|---|---|---|
| 5.7L V8 HEMI MDS VVT W/ BSG | 12,750 lbs | 13 |
| 3.0L V6 TURBO DIESEL | 12,560 lbs | 13 |
| 5.7L V8 HEMI MDS VVT | 11,620 lbs | 12 |
| 3.6L V6 24V VVT W/BSG | 7,710 lbs | 11 |
2020 Ram 1500 towing capacity chart
All 49 configurations in the source, by hitch type and engine, highest rating first. Each row links to the page it is printed on.
Hitch type not stated
The source gives these trailer weights without naming a hitch type. They are shown as printed.
| Configuration | Drive | Axle | Max trailer | GCWR | Needs | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| RAM 1500 4X2 QUAD TRADESMAN 6'4" BOX8-SPD AUTO 8HP75SRW. Hitch type not stated anywhere in the chart. GCW column (computed) printed as 18298; gcwr_lbs is the GCWR column. Payload and max trailer are ESTIMATED per page 3 notes. This row repeats the engine/axle of the row above with a higher GCWR; the chart does not name the option that gives it. | 2WD | 3.92 | 12,750 lbs | 18,350 lbs | p. 1 | |
| RAM 1500 4X2 QUAD TRADESMAN 6'4" BOX8-SPD AUTO 8HP75SRW. Hitch type not stated anywhere in the chart. GCW column (computed) printed as 17000; gcwr_lbs is the GCWR column. Payload and max trailer are ESTIMATED per page 3 notes. | 2WD | 3.92 | 11,540 lbs | 17,000 lbs | p. 1 | |
| RAM 1500 4X2 CREW TRADESMAN 6'4" BOX8-SPD AUTO 8HP75SRW. Hitch type not stated anywhere in the chart. GCW column (computed) printed as 17000; gcwr_lbs is the GCWR column. Payload and max trailer are ESTIMATED per page 3 notes. | 2WD | 3.92 | 11,390 lbs | 17,000 lbs | p. 1 | |
| RAM 1500 4X2 CREW TRADESMAN 5'7" BOX8-SPD AUTO 8HP75SRW. Hitch type not stated anywhere in the chart. GCW column (computed) printed as 17000; gcwr_lbs is the GCWR column. Payload and max trailer are ESTIMATED per page 3 notes. | 2WD | 3.92 | 11,390 lbs | 17,000 lbs | p. 1 | |
| RAM 1500 4X4 QUAD TRADESMAN 6'4" BOX8-SPD AUTO 8HP75SRW. Hitch type not stated anywhere in the chart. GCW column (computed) printed as 17000; gcwr_lbs is the GCWR column. Payload and max trailer are ESTIMATED per page 3 notes. | 4WD | 3.92 | 11,320 lbs | 17,000 lbs | p. 2 | |
| RAM 1500 4X4 CREW TRADESMAN 5'7" BOX8-SPD AUTO 8HP75SRW. Hitch type not stated anywhere in the chart. GCW column (computed) printed as 17000; gcwr_lbs is the GCWR column. Payload and max trailer are ESTIMATED per page 3 notes. | 4WD | 3.92 | 11,220 lbs | 17,000 lbs | p. 2 | |
| RAM 1500 4X4 CREW TRADESMAN 6'4" BOX8-SPD AUTO 8HP75SRW. Hitch type not stated anywhere in the chart. GCW column (computed) printed as 17000; gcwr_lbs is the GCWR column. Payload and max trailer are ESTIMATED per page 3 notes. | 4WD | 3.92 | 11,080 lbs | 17,000 lbs | p. 2 | |
| RAM 1500 4X2 QUAD TRADESMAN 6'4" BOX8-SPD AUTO 8HP75SRW. Hitch type not stated anywhere in the chart. GCW column (computed) printed as 13900; gcwr_lbs is the GCWR column. Payload and max trailer are ESTIMATED per page 3 notes. | 2WD | 3.21 | 8,440 lbs | 13,900 lbs | p. 1 | |
| RAM 1500 4X2 CREW TRADESMAN 6'4" BOX8-SPD AUTO 8HP75SRW. Hitch type not stated anywhere in the chart. GCW column (computed) printed as 13900; gcwr_lbs is the GCWR column. Payload and max trailer are ESTIMATED per page 3 notes. | 2WD | 3.21 | 8,290 lbs | 13,900 lbs | p. 1 | |
| RAM 1500 4X2 CREW TRADESMAN 5'7" BOX8-SPD AUTO 8HP75SRW. Hitch type not stated anywhere in the chart. GCW column (computed) printed as 13900; gcwr_lbs is the GCWR column. Payload and max trailer are ESTIMATED per page 3 notes. | 2WD | 3.21 | 8,290 lbs | 13,900 lbs | p. 1 | |
| RAM 1500 4X4 QUAD TRADESMAN 6'4" BOX8-SPD AUTO 8HP75SRW. Hitch type not stated anywhere in the chart. GCW column (computed) printed as 13900; gcwr_lbs is the GCWR column. Payload and max trailer are ESTIMATED per page 3 notes. | 4WD | 3.21 | 8,220 lbs | 13,900 lbs | p. 2 | |
| RAM 1500 4X4 CREW TRADESMAN 5'7" BOX8-SPD AUTO 8HP75SRW. Hitch type not stated anywhere in the chart. GCW column (computed) printed as 13900; gcwr_lbs is the GCWR column. Payload and max trailer are ESTIMATED per page 3 notes. | 4WD | 3.21 | 8,120 lbs | 13,900 lbs | p. 2 | |
| RAM 1500 4X4 CREW TRADESMAN 6'4" BOX8-SPD AUTO 8HP75SRW. Hitch type not stated anywhere in the chart. GCW column (computed) printed as 13900; gcwr_lbs is the GCWR column. Payload and max trailer are ESTIMATED per page 3 notes. | 4WD | 3.21 | 7,980 lbs | 13,900 lbs | p. 2 |
| Configuration | Drive | Axle | Max trailer | GCWR | Needs | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| RAM 1500 4X2 QUAD TRADESMAN 6'4" BOX8-SPD AUTO 8HP75SRW. Hitch type not stated anywhere in the chart. GCW column (computed) printed as 18182; gcwr_lbs is the GCWR column. Payload and max trailer are ESTIMATED per page 3 notes. This row repeats the engine/axle of the row above with a higher GCWR; the chart does not name the option that gives it. | 2WD | 3.92 | 12,560 lbs | 18,200 lbs | p. 1 | |
| RAM 1500 4X2 QUAD TRADESMAN 6'4" BOX8-SPD AUTO 8HP75SRW. Hitch type not stated anywhere in the chart. GCW column (computed) printed as 15600; gcwr_lbs is the GCWR column. Payload and max trailer are ESTIMATED per page 3 notes. | 2WD | 3.92 | 10,070 lbs | 15,600 lbs | p. 1 | |
| RAM 1500 4X2 CREW TRADESMAN 6'4" BOX8-SPD AUTO 8HP75SRW. Hitch type not stated anywhere in the chart. GCW column (computed) printed as 15600; gcwr_lbs is the GCWR column. Payload and max trailer are ESTIMATED per page 3 notes. | 2WD | 3.92 | 9,950 lbs | 15,600 lbs | p. 1 | |
| RAM 1500 4X2 CREW TRADESMAN 5'7" BOX8-SPD AUTO 8HP75SRW. Hitch type not stated anywhere in the chart. GCW column (computed) printed as 15600; gcwr_lbs is the GCWR column. Payload and max trailer are ESTIMATED per page 3 notes. | 2WD | 3.92 | 9,910 lbs | 15,600 lbs | p. 1 | |
| RAM 1500 4X4 QUAD TRADESMAN 6'4" BOX8-SPD AUTO 8HP75SRW. Hitch type not stated anywhere in the chart. GCW column (computed) printed as 15600; gcwr_lbs is the GCWR column. Payload and max trailer are ESTIMATED per page 3 notes. | 4WD | 3.92 | 9,860 lbs | 15,600 lbs | p. 2 | |
| RAM 1500 4X4 CREW TRADESMAN 5'7" BOX8-SPD AUTO 8HP75SRW. Hitch type not stated anywhere in the chart. GCW column (computed) printed as 15600; gcwr_lbs is the GCWR column. Payload and max trailer are ESTIMATED per page 3 notes. | 4WD | 3.92 | 9,710 lbs | 15,600 lbs | p. 2 | |
| RAM 1500 4X4 CREW TRADESMAN 6'4" BOX8-SPD AUTO 8HP75SRW. Hitch type not stated anywhere in the chart. GCW column (computed) printed as 15600; gcwr_lbs is the GCWR column. Payload and max trailer are ESTIMATED per page 3 notes. | 4WD | 3.92 | 9,550 lbs | 15,600 lbs | p. 2 | |
| RAM 1500 4X2 QUAD TRADESMAN 6'4" BOX8-SPD AUTO 8HP75SRW. Hitch type not stated anywhere in the chart. GCW column (computed) printed as 13900; gcwr_lbs is the GCWR column. Payload and max trailer are ESTIMATED per page 3 notes. | 2WD | 3.21 | 8,370 lbs | 13,900 lbs | p. 1 | |
| RAM 1500 4X2 CREW TRADESMAN 6'4" BOX8-SPD AUTO 8HP75SRW. Hitch type not stated anywhere in the chart. GCW column (computed) printed as 13900; gcwr_lbs is the GCWR column. Payload and max trailer are ESTIMATED per page 3 notes. | 2WD | 3.21 | 8,250 lbs | 13,900 lbs | p. 1 | |
| RAM 1500 4X2 CREW TRADESMAN 5'7" BOX8-SPD AUTO 8HP75SRW. Hitch type not stated anywhere in the chart. GCW column (computed) printed as 13900; gcwr_lbs is the GCWR column. Payload and max trailer are ESTIMATED per page 3 notes. | 2WD | 3.21 | 8,210 lbs | 13,900 lbs | p. 1 | |
| RAM 1500 4X4 QUAD TRADESMAN 6'4" BOX8-SPD AUTO 8HP75SRW. Hitch type not stated anywhere in the chart. GCW column (computed) printed as 13900; gcwr_lbs is the GCWR column. Payload and max trailer are ESTIMATED per page 3 notes. | 4WD | 3.21 | 8,160 lbs | 13,900 lbs | p. 2 | |
| RAM 1500 4X4 CREW TRADESMAN 5'7" BOX8-SPD AUTO 8HP75SRW. Hitch type not stated anywhere in the chart. GCW column (computed) printed as 13900; gcwr_lbs is the GCWR column. Payload and max trailer are ESTIMATED per page 3 notes. | 4WD | 3.21 | 8,010 lbs | 13,900 lbs | p. 2 | |
| RAM 1500 4X4 CREW TRADESMAN 6'4" BOX8-SPD AUTO 8HP75SRW. Hitch type not stated anywhere in the chart. GCW column (computed) printed as 13900; gcwr_lbs is the GCWR column. Payload and max trailer are ESTIMATED per page 3 notes. | 4WD | 3.21 | 7,850 lbs | 13,900 lbs | p. 2 |
| Configuration | Drive | Axle | Max trailer | GCWR | Needs | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| RAM 1500 4X2 QUAD TRADESMAN 6'4" BOX8-SPD AUTO 8HP75SRW. Hitch type not stated anywhere in the chart. GCW column (computed) printed as 17000; gcwr_lbs is the GCWR column. Payload and max trailer are ESTIMATED per page 3 notes. | 2WD | 3.92 | 11,620 lbs | 17,000 lbs | p. 1 | |
| RAM 1500 4X2 CREW TRADESMAN 5'7" BOX8-SPD AUTO 8HP75SRW. Hitch type not stated anywhere in the chart. GCW column (computed) printed as 17000; gcwr_lbs is the GCWR column. Payload and max trailer are ESTIMATED per page 3 notes. | 2WD | 3.92 | 11,530 lbs | 17,000 lbs | p. 1 | |
| RAM 1500 4X2 CREW TRADESMAN 6'4" BOX8-SPD AUTO 8HP75SRW. Hitch type not stated anywhere in the chart. GCW column (computed) printed as 17000; gcwr_lbs is the GCWR column. Payload and max trailer are ESTIMATED per page 3 notes. | 2WD | 3.92 | 11,480 lbs | 17,000 lbs | p. 1 | |
| RAM 1500 4X4 QUAD TRADESMAN 6'4" BOX8-SPD AUTO 8HP75SRW. Hitch type not stated anywhere in the chart. GCW column (computed) printed as 17000; gcwr_lbs is the GCWR column. Payload and max trailer are ESTIMATED per page 3 notes. | 4WD | 3.92 | 11,410 lbs | 17,000 lbs | p. 2 | |
| RAM 1500 4X4 CREW TRADESMAN 6'4" BOX8-SPD AUTO 8HP75SRW. Hitch type not stated anywhere in the chart. GCW column (computed) printed as 17000; gcwr_lbs is the GCWR column. Payload and max trailer are ESTIMATED per page 3 notes. | 4WD | 3.92 | 11,290 lbs | 17,000 lbs | p. 2 | |
| RAM 1500 4X4 CREW TRADESMAN 5'7" BOX8-SPD AUTO 8HP75SRW. Hitch type not stated anywhere in the chart. GCW column (computed) printed as 17000; gcwr_lbs is the GCWR column. Payload and max trailer are ESTIMATED per page 3 notes. | 4WD | 3.92 | 11,280 lbs | 17,000 lbs | p. 2 | |
| RAM 1500 4X2 QUAD TRADESMAN 6'4" BOX8-SPD AUTO 8HP75SRW. Hitch type not stated anywhere in the chart. GCW column (computed) printed as 13900; gcwr_lbs is the GCWR column. Payload and max trailer are ESTIMATED per page 3 notes. | 2WD | 3.21 | 8,520 lbs | 13,900 lbs | p. 1 | |
| RAM 1500 4X2 CREW TRADESMAN 5'7" BOX8-SPD AUTO 8HP75SRW. Hitch type not stated anywhere in the chart. GCW column (computed) printed as 13900; gcwr_lbs is the GCWR column. Payload and max trailer are ESTIMATED per page 3 notes. | 2WD | 3.21 | 8,430 lbs | 13,900 lbs | p. 1 | |
| RAM 1500 4X2 CREW TRADESMAN 6'4" BOX8-SPD AUTO 8HP75SRW. Hitch type not stated anywhere in the chart. GCW column (computed) printed as 13900; gcwr_lbs is the GCWR column. Payload and max trailer are ESTIMATED per page 3 notes. | 2WD | 3.21 | 8,380 lbs | 13,900 lbs | p. 1 | |
| RAM 1500 4X4 QUAD TRADESMAN 6'4" BOX8-SPD AUTO 8HP75SRW. Hitch type not stated anywhere in the chart. GCW column (computed) printed as 13900; gcwr_lbs is the GCWR column. Payload and max trailer are ESTIMATED per page 3 notes. | 4WD | 3.21 | 8,310 lbs | 13,900 lbs | p. 2 | |
| RAM 1500 4X4 CREW TRADESMAN 6'4" BOX8-SPD AUTO 8HP75SRW. Hitch type not stated anywhere in the chart. GCW column (computed) printed as 13900; gcwr_lbs is the GCWR column. Payload and max trailer are ESTIMATED per page 3 notes. | 4WD | 3.21 | 8,190 lbs | 13,900 lbs | p. 2 | |
| RAM 1500 4X4 CREW TRADESMAN 5'7" BOX8-SPD AUTO 8HP75SRW. Hitch type not stated anywhere in the chart. GCW column (computed) printed as 13900; gcwr_lbs is the GCWR column. Payload and max trailer are ESTIMATED per page 3 notes. | 4WD | 3.21 | 8,180 lbs | 13,900 lbs | p. 2 |
| Configuration | Drive | Axle | Max trailer | GCWR | Needs | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| RAM 1500 4X2 QUAD TRADESMAN 6'4" BOX8-SPD AUTO 850RESRW. Hitch type not stated anywhere in the chart. GCW column (computed) printed as 12900; gcwr_lbs is the GCWR column. Payload and max trailer are ESTIMATED per page 3 notes. | 2WD | 3.55 | 7,710 lbs | 12,900 lbs | p. 1 | |
| RAM 1500 4X2 CREW TRADESMAN 5'7" BOX8-SPD AUTO 850RESRW. Hitch type not stated anywhere in the chart. GCW column (computed) printed as 12900; gcwr_lbs is the GCWR column. Payload and max trailer are ESTIMATED per page 3 notes. | 2WD | 3.55 | 7,620 lbs | 12,900 lbs | p. 1 | |
| RAM 1500 4X2 CREW TRADESMAN 6'4" BOX8-SPD AUTO 850RESRW. Hitch type not stated anywhere in the chart. GCW column (computed) printed as 12900; gcwr_lbs is the GCWR column. Payload and max trailer are ESTIMATED per page 3 notes. | 2WD | 3.55 | 7,580 lbs | 12,900 lbs | p. 1 | |
| RAM 1500 4X4 QUAD TRADESMAN 6'4" BOX8-SPD AUTO 850RESRW. Hitch type not stated anywhere in the chart. GCW column (computed) printed as 12900; gcwr_lbs is the GCWR column. Payload and max trailer are ESTIMATED per page 3 notes. | 4WD | 3.55 | 7,460 lbs | 12,900 lbs | p. 2 | |
| RAM 1500 4X4 CREW TRADESMAN 5'7" BOX8-SPD AUTO 850RESRW. Hitch type not stated anywhere in the chart. GCW column (computed) printed as 12900; gcwr_lbs is the GCWR column. Payload and max trailer are ESTIMATED per page 3 notes. | 4WD | 3.55 | 7,410 lbs | 12,900 lbs | p. 2 | |
| RAM 1500 4X4 CREW TRADESMAN 6'4" BOX8-SPD AUTO 850RESRW. Hitch type not stated anywhere in the chart. GCW column (computed) printed as 12900; gcwr_lbs is the GCWR column. Payload and max trailer are ESTIMATED per page 3 notes. | 4WD | 3.55 | 7,390 lbs | 12,900 lbs | p. 2 | |
| RAM 1500 4X2 CREW TRADESMAN 5'7" BOX8-SPD AUTO 850RESRW. Hitch type not stated anywhere in the chart. GCW column (computed) printed as 11900; gcwr_lbs is the GCWR column. Payload and max trailer are ESTIMATED per page 3 notes. | 2WD | 3.21 | 6,620 lbs | 11,900 lbs | p. 1 | |
| RAM 1500 4X2 CREW TRADESMAN 6'4" BOX8-SPD AUTO 850RESRW. Hitch type not stated anywhere in the chart. GCW column (computed) printed as 11900; gcwr_lbs is the GCWR column. Payload and max trailer are ESTIMATED per page 3 notes. | 2WD | 3.21 | 6,580 lbs | 11,900 lbs | p. 1 | |
| RAM 1500 4X4 QUAD TRADESMAN 6'4" BOX8-SPD AUTO 850RESRW. Hitch type not stated anywhere in the chart. GCW column (computed) printed as 11900; gcwr_lbs is the GCWR column. Payload and max trailer are ESTIMATED per page 3 notes. | 4WD | 3.21 | 6,460 lbs | 11,900 lbs | p. 2 | |
| RAM 1500 4X4 CREW TRADESMAN 5'7" BOX8-SPD AUTO 850RESRW. Hitch type not stated anywhere in the chart. GCW column (computed) printed as 11900; gcwr_lbs is the GCWR column. Payload and max trailer are ESTIMATED per page 3 notes. | 4WD | 3.21 | 6,410 lbs | 11,900 lbs | p. 2 | |
| RAM 1500 4X4 CREW TRADESMAN 6'4" BOX8-SPD AUTO 850RESRW. Hitch type not stated anywhere in the chart. GCW column (computed) printed as 11900; gcwr_lbs is the GCWR column. Payload and max trailer are ESTIMATED per page 3 notes. | 4WD | 3.21 | 6,390 lbs | 11,900 lbs | p. 2 |
Common questions
Which 2020 Ram 1500 engine tows the most?
5.7L V8 HEMI MDS VVT W/ BSG, at up to 12,750 lbs. Next is 3.0L V6 TURBO DIESEL at up to 12,560 lbs.
Where do these numbers come from?
From RAM 1500 4X2 QUAD TRADESMAN 6'4" BOX (2020DT1L41) Base Weight Axle Total. Each row in the tables above links to the document and gives the page the figure is printed on.
Towing equipment for the 2020 Ram 1500
Parts sold to fit this vehicle. Fitting one does not raise a rating, and the tables above say what each rating needs.
- Trailer wiring harness for the 2020 Ram 1500. See on Amazon (paid link)
- Trailer hitch receiver for the 2020 Ram 1500. See on Amazon (paid link)
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Where these numbers come from
- RAM 1500 4X2 QUAD TRADESMAN 6'4" BOX (2020DT1L41) Base Weight Axle Total, Ram. Manufacturer towing guide. Retrieved October 3, 2026.
Page numbers count pages in the linked file, which can differ from the number printed in the corner. Report a number that looks wrong.
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