2018 Ram 3500 towing capacity
Up to 19,550 lbs (the source does not say which hitch type the figure is for). That rating is for this configuration: REGULAR CAB, 4X2, DRW, 6.7L CUMMINS DIESEL, 2WD, 3.73 axle. The lowest-rated configuration in the same tables is 10,830 lbs, so the answer for your vehicle depends on how it is equipped.
Highest published rating19,550 lbsHitch type not stated. Lowest in the same tables: 10,830 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.
2018 Ram 3500 towing capacity by engine
The highest rating published for each engine. Pick a figure to see every configuration behind it.
| Engine | Fifth-wheel or gooseneck | Hitch type not stated | Configurations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6.7L CUMMINS DIESEL (HO) | 31,210 lbs | 17,770 lbs | 26 |
| 6.7L CUMMINS DIESEL | 22,550 lbs | 19,550 lbs | 46 |
| 6.4L V8 HEMI | 16,480 lbs | 50 | |
| 5.7L V8 HEMI | 13,910 lbs | 28 |
2018 Ram 3500 towing capacity chart
All 150 configurations in the source, by hitch type and engine, highest rating first. Each row links to the page it is printed on.
Fifth-wheel or gooseneck
| Configuration | Drive | Axle | Max trailer | GCWR | Needs | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| REGULAR CAB, 4X2, DRWA6 AS69RCDRW Footnote 9: fifth-wheel or gooseneck hitch required for trailers over 20,000 lb, so this rating is fifth-wheel/gooseneck. Rating highlighted with footnote 11 'Maximum Capability'. | 2WD | 4.10 | 31,210 lbs | 39,100 lbs | fifth-wheel or gooseneck hitch (over 20,000 lb) | p. 1 |
| REGULAR CAB, 4X4, DRWA6 AS69RCDRW Footnote 9: fifth-wheel or gooseneck hitch required for trailers over 20,000 lb, so this rating is fifth-wheel/gooseneck. | 4WD | 4.10 | 30,830 lbs | 39,100 lbs | fifth-wheel or gooseneck hitch (over 20,000 lb) | p. 2 |
| CREW CAB LONG BOX, 4X2, DRWA6 AS69RCDRW Footnote 9: fifth-wheel or gooseneck hitch required for trailers over 20,000 lb, so this rating is fifth-wheel/gooseneck. | 2WD | 4.10 | 30,660 lbs | 39,100 lbs | fifth-wheel or gooseneck hitch (over 20,000 lb) | p. 4 |
| MEGA CAB, 4X2, DRWA6 AS69RCDRW Footnote 9: fifth-wheel or gooseneck hitch required for trailers over 20,000 lb, so this rating is fifth-wheel/gooseneck. | 2WD | 4.10 | 30,400 lbs | 39,100 lbs | fifth-wheel or gooseneck hitch (over 20,000 lb) | p. 6 |
| CREW CAB LONG BOX, 4X4, DRWA6 AS69RCDRW Footnote 9: fifth-wheel or gooseneck hitch required for trailers over 20,000 lb, so this rating is fifth-wheel/gooseneck. | 4WD | 4.10 | 30,320 lbs | 39,100 lbs | fifth-wheel or gooseneck hitch (over 20,000 lb) | p. 5 |
| MEGA CAB, 4X4, DRWA6 AS69RCDRW Footnote 9: fifth-wheel or gooseneck hitch required for trailers over 20,000 lb, so this rating is fifth-wheel/gooseneck. | 4WD | 4.10 | 30,100 lbs | 39,100 lbs | fifth-wheel or gooseneck hitch (over 20,000 lb) | p. 7 |
| REGULAR CAB, 4X2, DRWA6 AS69RCDRW Footnote 9: fifth-wheel or gooseneck hitch required for trailers over 20,000 lb, so this rating is fifth-wheel/gooseneck. | 2WD | 3.73 | 25,910 lbs | 33,800 lbs | fifth-wheel or gooseneck hitch (over 20,000 lb) | p. 1 |
| REGULAR CAB, 4X4, DRWA6 AS69RCDRW Footnote 9: fifth-wheel or gooseneck hitch required for trailers over 20,000 lb, so this rating is fifth-wheel/gooseneck. | 4WD | 3.73 | 25,530 lbs | 33,800 lbs | fifth-wheel or gooseneck hitch (over 20,000 lb) | p. 2 |
| CREW CAB LONG BOX, 4X2, DRWA6 AS69RCDRW Footnote 9: fifth-wheel or gooseneck hitch required for trailers over 20,000 lb, so this rating is fifth-wheel/gooseneck. | 2WD | 3.73 | 25,360 lbs | 33,800 lbs | fifth-wheel or gooseneck hitch (over 20,000 lb) | p. 4 |
| MEGA CAB, 4X2, DRWA6 AS69RCDRW Footnote 9: fifth-wheel or gooseneck hitch required for trailers over 20,000 lb, so this rating is fifth-wheel/gooseneck. | 2WD | 3.73 | 25,100 lbs | 33,800 lbs | fifth-wheel or gooseneck hitch (over 20,000 lb) | p. 6 |
| CREW CAB LONG BOX, 4X4, DRWA6 AS69RCDRW Footnote 9: fifth-wheel or gooseneck hitch required for trailers over 20,000 lb, so this rating is fifth-wheel/gooseneck. | 4WD | 3.73 | 25,020 lbs | 33,800 lbs | fifth-wheel or gooseneck hitch (over 20,000 lb) | p. 5 |
| MEGA CAB, 4X4, DRWA6 AS69RCDRW Footnote 9: fifth-wheel or gooseneck hitch required for trailers over 20,000 lb, so this rating is fifth-wheel/gooseneck. | 4WD | 3.73 | 24,800 lbs | 33,800 lbs | fifth-wheel or gooseneck hitch (over 20,000 lb) | p. 7 |
| REGULAR CAB, 4X2, DRWA6 AS69RCDRW Footnote 9: fifth-wheel or gooseneck hitch required for trailers over 20,000 lb, so this rating is fifth-wheel/gooseneck. | 2WD | 3.42 | 21,410 lbs | 29,300 lbs | fifth-wheel or gooseneck hitch (over 20,000 lb) | p. 1 |
| REGULAR CAB, 4X4, DRWA6 AS69RCDRW Footnote 9: fifth-wheel or gooseneck hitch required for trailers over 20,000 lb, so this rating is fifth-wheel/gooseneck. | 4WD | 3.42 | 21,030 lbs | 29,300 lbs | fifth-wheel or gooseneck hitch (over 20,000 lb) | p. 2 |
| CREW CAB LONG BOX, 4X2, DRWA6 AS69RCDRW Footnote 9: fifth-wheel or gooseneck hitch required for trailers over 20,000 lb, so this rating is fifth-wheel/gooseneck. | 2WD | 3.42 | 20,860 lbs | 29,300 lbs | fifth-wheel or gooseneck hitch (over 20,000 lb) | p. 4 |
| MEGA CAB, 4X2, DRWA6 AS69RCDRW Footnote 9: fifth-wheel or gooseneck hitch required for trailers over 20,000 lb, so this rating is fifth-wheel/gooseneck. | 2WD | 3.42 | 20,600 lbs | 29,300 lbs | fifth-wheel or gooseneck hitch (over 20,000 lb) | p. 6 |
| CREW CAB LONG BOX, 4X4, DRWA6 AS69RCDRW Footnote 9: fifth-wheel or gooseneck hitch required for trailers over 20,000 lb, so this rating is fifth-wheel/gooseneck. | 4WD | 3.42 | 20,520 lbs | 29,300 lbs | fifth-wheel or gooseneck hitch (over 20,000 lb) | p. 5 |
| MEGA CAB, 4X4, DRWA6 AS69RCDRW Footnote 9: fifth-wheel or gooseneck hitch required for trailers over 20,000 lb, so this rating is fifth-wheel/gooseneck. | 4WD | 3.42 | 20,300 lbs | 29,300 lbs | fifth-wheel or gooseneck hitch (over 20,000 lb) | p. 7 |
| Configuration | Drive | Axle | Max trailer | GCWR | Needs | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| REGULAR CAB, 4X2, DRWA6 68RFEDRW Footnote 9: fifth-wheel or gooseneck hitch required for trailers over 20,000 lb, so this rating is fifth-wheel/gooseneck. | 2WD | 4.10 | 22,550 lbs | 30,300 lbs | fifth-wheel or gooseneck hitch (over 20,000 lb) | p. 1 |
| REGULAR CAB, 4X4, DRWA6 68RFEDRW Footnote 9: fifth-wheel or gooseneck hitch required for trailers over 20,000 lb, so this rating is fifth-wheel/gooseneck. | 4WD | 4.10 | 22,180 lbs | 30,300 lbs | fifth-wheel or gooseneck hitch (over 20,000 lb) | p. 2 |
| CREW CAB LONG BOX, 4X2, DRWA6 68RFEDRW Footnote 9: fifth-wheel or gooseneck hitch required for trailers over 20,000 lb, so this rating is fifth-wheel/gooseneck. | 2WD | 4.10 | 22,000 lbs | 30,300 lbs | fifth-wheel or gooseneck hitch (over 20,000 lb) | p. 4 |
| MEGA CAB, 4X2, DRWA6 68RFEDRW Footnote 9: fifth-wheel or gooseneck hitch required for trailers over 20,000 lb, so this rating is fifth-wheel/gooseneck. | 2WD | 4.10 | 21,750 lbs | 30,300 lbs | fifth-wheel or gooseneck hitch (over 20,000 lb) | p. 6 |
| CREW CAB LONG BOX, 4X4, DRWA6 68RFEDRW Footnote 9: fifth-wheel or gooseneck hitch required for trailers over 20,000 lb, so this rating is fifth-wheel/gooseneck. | 4WD | 4.10 | 21,660 lbs | 30,300 lbs | fifth-wheel or gooseneck hitch (over 20,000 lb) | p. 5 |
| MEGA CAB, 4X4, DRWA6 68RFEDRW Footnote 9: fifth-wheel or gooseneck hitch required for trailers over 20,000 lb, so this rating is fifth-wheel/gooseneck. | 4WD | 4.10 | 21,440 lbs | 30,300 lbs | fifth-wheel or gooseneck hitch (over 20,000 lb) | p. 7 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| REGULAR CAB, 4X2, DRWA6 68RFEDRW Chart has a single Max. Trailer Weight Rating column with no hitch type stated; hitch left null. | 2WD | 3.73 | 19,550 lbs | 27,300 lbs | p. 1 | |
| REGULAR CAB, 4X4, DRWA6 68RFEDRW Chart has a single Max. Trailer Weight Rating column with no hitch type stated; hitch left null. | 4WD | 3.73 | 19,180 lbs | 27,300 lbs | p. 2 | |
| CREW CAB LONG BOX, 4X2, DRWA6 68RFEDRW Chart has a single Max. Trailer Weight Rating column with no hitch type stated; hitch left null. | 2WD | 3.73 | 19,000 lbs | 27,300 lbs | p. 4 | |
| MEGA CAB, 4X2, DRWA6 68RFEDRW Chart has a single Max. Trailer Weight Rating column with no hitch type stated; hitch left null. | 2WD | 3.73 | 18,750 lbs | 27,300 lbs | p. 6 | |
| CREW CAB LONG BOX, 4X4, DRWA6 68RFEDRW Chart has a single Max. Trailer Weight Rating column with no hitch type stated; hitch left null. | 4WD | 3.73 | 18,660 lbs | 27,300 lbs | p. 5 | |
| REGULAR CAB, 4X2, DRWM6 MT-G56DRW Chart has a single Max. Trailer Weight Rating column with no hitch type stated; hitch left null. | 2WD | 3.73 | 18,510 lbs | 26,300 lbs | p. 1 | |
| MEGA CAB, 4X4, DRWA6 68RFEDRW Chart has a single Max. Trailer Weight Rating column with no hitch type stated; hitch left null. | 4WD | 3.73 | 18,440 lbs | 27,300 lbs | p. 7 | |
| REGULAR CAB, 4X4, DRWM6 MT-G56DRW Chart has a single Max. Trailer Weight Rating column with no hitch type stated; hitch left null. | 4WD | 3.73 | 18,130 lbs | 26,300 lbs | p. 2 | |
| CREW CAB LONG BOX, 4X2, DRWM6 MT-G56DRW Chart has a single Max. Trailer Weight Rating column with no hitch type stated; hitch left null. | 2WD | 3.73 | 17,960 lbs | 26,300 lbs | p. 4 | |
| REGULAR CAB, 4X2, SRWA6 68RFESRW Chart has a single Max. Trailer Weight Rating column with no hitch type stated; hitch left null. | 2WD | 3.42 | 17,910 lbs | 25,300 lbs | p. 1 | |
| MEGA CAB, 4X2, DRWM6 MT-G56DRW Chart has a single Max. Trailer Weight Rating column with no hitch type stated; hitch left null. | 2WD | 3.73 | 17,710 lbs | 26,300 lbs | p. 6 | |
| CREW CAB LONG BOX, 4X4, DRWM6 MT-G56DRW Chart has a single Max. Trailer Weight Rating column with no hitch type stated; hitch left null. | 4WD | 3.73 | 17,620 lbs | 26,300 lbs | p. 5 | |
| REGULAR CAB, 4X2, DRWA6 68RFEDRW Chart has a single Max. Trailer Weight Rating column with no hitch type stated; hitch left null. | 2WD | 3.42 | 17,550 lbs | 25,300 lbs | p. 1 | |
| REGULAR CAB, 4X4, SRWA6 68RFESRW Chart has a single Max. Trailer Weight Rating column with no hitch type stated; hitch left null. | 4WD | 3.42 | 17,540 lbs | 25,300 lbs | p. 2 | |
| CREW CAB SHORT BOX, 4X2, SRWA6 68RFESRW Chart has a single Max. Trailer Weight Rating column with no hitch type stated; hitch left null. | 2WD | 3.42 | 17,480 lbs | 25,300 lbs | p. 3 | |
| MEGA CAB, 4X4, DRWM6 MT-G56DRW Chart has a single Max. Trailer Weight Rating column with no hitch type stated; hitch left null. | 4WD | 3.73 | 17,400 lbs | 26,300 lbs | p. 7 | |
| CREW CAB LONG BOX, 4X2, SRWA6 68RFESRW Chart has a single Max. Trailer Weight Rating column with no hitch type stated; hitch left null. | 2WD | 3.42 | 17,350 lbs | 25,300 lbs | p. 4 | |
| REGULAR CAB, 4X4, DRWA6 68RFEDRW Chart has a single Max. Trailer Weight Rating column with no hitch type stated; hitch left null. | 4WD | 3.42 | 17,180 lbs | 25,300 lbs | p. 2 | |
| MEGA CAB, 4X2, SRWA6 68RFESRW Chart has a single Max. Trailer Weight Rating column with no hitch type stated; hitch left null. | 2WD | 3.42 | 17,140 lbs | 25,300 lbs | p. 6 | |
| CREW CAB SHORT BOX, 4X4, SRWA6 68RFESRW Chart has a single Max. Trailer Weight Rating column with no hitch type stated; hitch left null. | 4WD | 3.42 | 17,060 lbs | 25,300 lbs | p. 3 | |
| CREW CAB LONG BOX, 4X2, DRWA6 68RFEDRW Chart has a single Max. Trailer Weight Rating column with no hitch type stated; hitch left null. | 2WD | 3.42 | 17,000 lbs | 25,300 lbs | p. 4 | |
| CREW CAB LONG BOX, 4X4, SRWA6 68RFESRW Chart has a single Max. Trailer Weight Rating column with no hitch type stated; hitch left null. | 4WD | 3.42 | 16,990 lbs | 25,300 lbs | p. 5 | |
| REGULAR CAB, 4X2, SRWM6 MT-G56SRW Chart has a single Max. Trailer Weight Rating column with no hitch type stated; hitch left null. | 2WD | 3.42 | 16,870 lbs | 24,300 lbs | p. 1 | |
| MEGA CAB, 4X2, DRWA6 68RFEDRW Chart has a single Max. Trailer Weight Rating column with no hitch type stated; hitch left null. | 2WD | 3.42 | 16,750 lbs | 25,300 lbs | p. 6 | |
| MEGA CAB, 4X4, SRWA6 68RFESRW Chart has a single Max. Trailer Weight Rating column with no hitch type stated; hitch left null. | 4WD | 3.42 | 16,750 lbs | 25,300 lbs | p. 7 | |
| CREW CAB LONG BOX, 4X4, DRWA6 68RFEDRW Chart has a single Max. Trailer Weight Rating column with no hitch type stated; hitch left null. | 4WD | 3.42 | 16,660 lbs | 25,300 lbs | p. 5 | |
| REGULAR CAB, 4X2, DRWM6 MT-G56DRW Chart has a single Max. Trailer Weight Rating column with no hitch type stated; hitch left null. | 2WD | 3.42 | 16,510 lbs | 24,300 lbs | p. 1 | |
| REGULAR CAB, 4X4, SRWM6 MT-G56SRW Chart has a single Max. Trailer Weight Rating column with no hitch type stated; hitch left null. | 4WD | 3.42 | 16,500 lbs | 24,300 lbs | p. 2 | |
| MEGA CAB, 4X4, DRWA6 68RFEDRW Chart has a single Max. Trailer Weight Rating column with no hitch type stated; hitch left null. | 4WD | 3.42 | 16,440 lbs | 25,300 lbs | p. 7 | |
| CREW CAB SHORT BOX, 4X2, SRWM6 MT-G56SRW Chart has a single Max. Trailer Weight Rating column with no hitch type stated; hitch left null. | 2WD | 3.42 | 16,430 lbs | 24,300 lbs | p. 3 | |
| CREW CAB LONG BOX, 4X2, SRWM6 MT-G56SRW Chart has a single Max. Trailer Weight Rating column with no hitch type stated; hitch left null. | 2WD | 3.42 | 16,300 lbs | 24,300 lbs | p. 4 | |
| REGULAR CAB, 4X4, DRWM6 MT-G56DRW Chart has a single Max. Trailer Weight Rating column with no hitch type stated; hitch left null. | 4WD | 3.42 | 16,130 lbs | 24,300 lbs | p. 2 | |
| MEGA CAB, 4X2, SRWM6 MT-G56SRW Chart has a single Max. Trailer Weight Rating column with no hitch type stated; hitch left null. | 2WD | 3.42 | 16,100 lbs | 24,300 lbs | p. 6 | |
| CREW CAB SHORT BOX, 4X4, SRWM6 MT-G56SRW Chart has a single Max. Trailer Weight Rating column with no hitch type stated; hitch left null. | 4WD | 3.42 | 16,010 lbs | 24,300 lbs | p. 3 | |
| CREW CAB LONG BOX, 4X2, DRWM6 MT-G56DRW Chart has a single Max. Trailer Weight Rating column with no hitch type stated; hitch left null. | 2WD | 3.42 | 15,960 lbs | 24,300 lbs | p. 4 | |
| CREW CAB LONG BOX, 4X4, SRWM6 MT-G56SRW Chart has a single Max. Trailer Weight Rating column with no hitch type stated; hitch left null. | 4WD | 3.42 | 15,950 lbs | 24,300 lbs | p. 5 | |
| MEGA CAB, 4X2, DRWM6 MT-G56DRW Chart has a single Max. Trailer Weight Rating column with no hitch type stated; hitch left null. | 2WD | 3.42 | 15,710 lbs | 24,300 lbs | p. 6 | |
| MEGA CAB, 4X4, SRWM6 MT-G56SRW Chart has a single Max. Trailer Weight Rating column with no hitch type stated; hitch left null. | 4WD | 3.42 | 15,710 lbs | 24,300 lbs | p. 7 | |
| CREW CAB LONG BOX, 4X4, DRWM6 MT-G56DRW Chart has a single Max. Trailer Weight Rating column with no hitch type stated; hitch left null. | 4WD | 3.42 | 15,620 lbs | 24,300 lbs | p. 5 | |
| MEGA CAB, 4X4, DRWM6 MT-G56DRW Chart has a single Max. Trailer Weight Rating column with no hitch type stated; hitch left null. | 4WD | 3.42 | 15,400 lbs | 24,300 lbs | p. 7 |
| Configuration | Drive | Axle | Max trailer | GCWR | Needs | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| REGULAR CAB, 4X2, SRWA6 AS69RCSRW Chart has a single Max. Trailer Weight Rating column with no hitch type stated; hitch left null. | 2WD | 3.42 | 17,770 lbs | 25,300 lbs | p. 1 | |
| REGULAR CAB, 4X4, SRWA6 AS69RCSRW Chart has a single Max. Trailer Weight Rating column with no hitch type stated; hitch left null. | 4WD | 3.42 | 17,390 lbs | 25,300 lbs | p. 2 | |
| CREW CAB SHORT BOX, 4X2, SRWA6 AS69RCSRW Chart has a single Max. Trailer Weight Rating column with no hitch type stated; hitch left null. | 2WD | 3.42 | 17,330 lbs | 25,300 lbs | p. 3 | |
| CREW CAB LONG BOX, 4X2, SRWA6 AS69RCSRW Chart has a single Max. Trailer Weight Rating column with no hitch type stated; hitch left null. | 2WD | 3.42 | 17,200 lbs | 25,300 lbs | p. 4 | |
| MEGA CAB, 4X2, SRWA6 AS69RCSRW Chart has a single Max. Trailer Weight Rating column with no hitch type stated; hitch left null. | 2WD | 3.42 | 16,990 lbs | 25,300 lbs | p. 6 | |
| CREW CAB SHORT BOX, 4X4, SRWA6 AS69RCSRW Chart has a single Max. Trailer Weight Rating column with no hitch type stated; hitch left null. | 4WD | 3.42 | 16,910 lbs | 25,300 lbs | p. 3 | |
| CREW CAB LONG BOX, 4X4, SRWA6 AS69RCSRW Chart has a single Max. Trailer Weight Rating column with no hitch type stated; hitch left null. | 4WD | 3.42 | 16,850 lbs | 25,300 lbs | p. 5 | |
| MEGA CAB, 4X4, SRWA6 AS69RCSRW Chart has a single Max. Trailer Weight Rating column with no hitch type stated; hitch left null. | 4WD | 3.42 | 16,600 lbs | 25,300 lbs | p. 7 |
| Configuration | Drive | Axle | Max trailer | GCWR | Needs | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| REGULAR CAB, 4X2, DRWA6 66RFEDRW Chart has a single Max. Trailer Weight Rating column with no hitch type stated; hitch left null. Footnote 10: 13,800 lb GVW applies to Tradesman and ST only; all other price classes for this configuration are 13,700 lb. Payload highlighted with footnote 11 'Maximum Capability'. | 2WD | 4.10 | 16,480 lbs | 23,400 lbs | p. 1 | |
| REGULAR CAB, 4X2, DRWA6 66RFEDRW Chart has a single Max. Trailer Weight Rating column with no hitch type stated; hitch left null. Footnote 10: 13,800 lb GVW applies to Tradesman and ST only; all other price classes for this configuration are 13,700 lb. | 2WD | 4.10 | 16,480 lbs | 23,400 lbs | p. 1 | |
| REGULAR CAB, 4X2, SRWA6 66RFESRW Chart has a single Max. Trailer Weight Rating column with no hitch type stated; hitch left null. | 2WD | 4.10 | 16,370 lbs | 22,900 lbs | p. 1 | |
| REGULAR CAB, 4X2, DRW, BOX OFFA6 66RFEDRW Box-off configuration (no pickup box). Chart has a single Max. Trailer Weight Rating column with no hitch type stated; hitch left null. Footnote 10: 13,800 lb GVW applies to Tradesman and ST only; all other price classes for this configuration are 13,700 lb. | 2WD | 4.10 | 16,370 lbs | 23,400 lbs | p. 8 | |
| REGULAR CAB, 4X2, DRW, BOX OFFA6 66RFEDRW Box-off configuration (no pickup box). Chart has a single Max. Trailer Weight Rating column with no hitch type stated; hitch left null. Footnote 10: 13,800 lb GVW applies to Tradesman and ST only; all other price classes for this configuration are 13,700 lb. | 2WD | 4.10 | 16,370 lbs | 23,400 lbs | p. 8 | |
| REGULAR CAB, 4X2, SRW, BOX OFFA6 66RFESRW Box-off configuration (no pickup box). Chart has a single Max. Trailer Weight Rating column with no hitch type stated; hitch left null. | 2WD | 4.10 | 16,180 lbs | 22,900 lbs | p. 8 | |
| REGULAR CAB, 4X4, DRWA6 66RFEDRW Chart has a single Max. Trailer Weight Rating column with no hitch type stated; hitch left null. | 4WD | 4.10 | 16,140 lbs | 23,400 lbs | p. 2 | |
| REGULAR CAB, 4X4, DRW, BOX OFFA6 66RFEDRW Box-off configuration (no pickup box). Chart has a single Max. Trailer Weight Rating column with no hitch type stated; hitch left null. | 4WD | 4.10 | 16,030 lbs | 23,400 lbs | p. 8 | |
| REGULAR CAB, 4X4, SRWA6 66RFESRW Chart has a single Max. Trailer Weight Rating column with no hitch type stated; hitch left null. | 4WD | 4.10 | 15,950 lbs | 22,900 lbs | p. 2 | |
| CREW CAB LONG BOX, 4X2, DRWA6 66RFEDRW Chart has a single Max. Trailer Weight Rating column with no hitch type stated; hitch left null. | 2WD | 4.10 | 15,950 lbs | 23,400 lbs | p. 4 | |
| CREW CAB SHORT BOX, 4X2, SRWA6 66RFESRW Chart has a single Max. Trailer Weight Rating column with no hitch type stated; hitch left null. | 2WD | 4.10 | 15,920 lbs | 22,900 lbs | p. 3 | |
| CREW CAB LONG BOX, 4X2, DRW, BOX OFFA6 66RFEDRW Box-off configuration (no pickup box). Chart has a single Max. Trailer Weight Rating column with no hitch type stated; hitch left null. | 2WD | 4.10 | 15,840 lbs | 23,400 lbs | p. 10 | |
| CREW CAB SHORT BOX, 4X2, SRW, BOX OFFA6 66RFESRW Box-off configuration (no pickup box). Chart has a single Max. Trailer Weight Rating column with no hitch type stated; hitch left null. | 2WD | 4.10 | 15,810 lbs | 22,900 lbs | p. 9 | |
| CREW CAB LONG BOX, 4X2, SRWA6 66RFESRW Chart has a single Max. Trailer Weight Rating column with no hitch type stated; hitch left null. | 2WD | 4.10 | 15,790 lbs | 22,900 lbs | p. 4 | |
| REGULAR CAB, 4X4, SRW, BOX OFFA6 66RFESRW Box-off configuration (no pickup box). Chart has a single Max. Trailer Weight Rating column with no hitch type stated; hitch left null. | 4WD | 4.10 | 15,780 lbs | 22,900 lbs | p. 8 | |
| MEGA CAB, 4X2, DRWA6 66RFEDRW Chart has a single Max. Trailer Weight Rating column with no hitch type stated; hitch left null. | 2WD | 4.10 | 15,700 lbs | 23,400 lbs | p. 6 | |
| MEGA CAB, 4X2, SRWA6 66RFESRW Chart has a single Max. Trailer Weight Rating column with no hitch type stated; hitch left null. | 2WD | 4.10 | 15,650 lbs | 22,900 lbs | p. 6 | |
| CREW CAB LONG BOX, 4X2, SRW, BOX OFFA6 66RFESRW Box-off configuration (no pickup box). Chart has a single Max. Trailer Weight Rating column with no hitch type stated; hitch left null. | 2WD | 4.10 | 15,640 lbs | 22,900 lbs | p. 10 | |
| CREW CAB SHORT BOX, 4X4, SRWA6 66RFESRW Chart has a single Max. Trailer Weight Rating column with no hitch type stated; hitch left null. | 4WD | 4.10 | 15,620 lbs | 22,900 lbs | p. 3 | |
| CREW CAB LONG BOX, 4X4, DRWA6 66RFEDRW Chart has a single Max. Trailer Weight Rating column with no hitch type stated; hitch left null. | 4WD | 4.10 | 15,600 lbs | 23,400 lbs | p. 5 | |
| CREW CAB SHORT BOX, 4X4, SRW, BOX OFFA6 66RFESRW Box-off configuration (no pickup box). Chart has a single Max. Trailer Weight Rating column with no hitch type stated; hitch left null. | 4WD | 4.10 | 15,530 lbs | 22,900 lbs | p. 9 | |
| CREW CAB LONG BOX, 4X4, DRW, BOX OFFA6 66RFEDRW Box-off configuration (no pickup box). Chart has a single Max. Trailer Weight Rating column with no hitch type stated; hitch left null. | 4WD | 4.10 | 15,490 lbs | 23,400 lbs | p. 10 | |
| MEGA CAB, 4X4, DRWA6 66RFEDRW Chart has a single Max. Trailer Weight Rating column with no hitch type stated; hitch left null. | 4WD | 4.10 | 15,470 lbs | 23,400 lbs | p. 7 | |
| CREW CAB LONG BOX, 4X4, SRWA6 66RFESRW Chart has a single Max. Trailer Weight Rating column with no hitch type stated; hitch left null. | 4WD | 4.10 | 15,440 lbs | 22,900 lbs | p. 5 | |
| CREW CAB LONG BOX, 4X4, SRW, BOX OFFA6 66RFESRW Box-off configuration (no pickup box). Chart has a single Max. Trailer Weight Rating column with no hitch type stated; hitch left null. | 4WD | 4.10 | 15,280 lbs | 22,900 lbs | p. 10 | |
| MEGA CAB, 4X4, SRWA6 66RFESRW Chart has a single Max. Trailer Weight Rating column with no hitch type stated; hitch left null. | 4WD | 4.10 | 15,220 lbs | 22,900 lbs | p. 7 | |
| REGULAR CAB, 4X2, SRWA6 66RFESRW Chart has a single Max. Trailer Weight Rating column with no hitch type stated; hitch left null. | 2WD | 3.73 | 13,370 lbs | 19,900 lbs | p. 1 | |
| REGULAR CAB, 4X2, SRW, BOX OFFA6 66RFESRW Box-off configuration (no pickup box). Chart has a single Max. Trailer Weight Rating column with no hitch type stated; hitch left null. | 2WD | 3.73 | 13,180 lbs | 19,900 lbs | p. 8 | |
| REGULAR CAB, 4X2, DRWA6 66RFEDRW Chart has a single Max. Trailer Weight Rating column with no hitch type stated; hitch left null. | 2WD | 3.73 | 12,980 lbs | 19,900 lbs | p. 1 | |
| REGULAR CAB, 4X4, SRWA6 66RFESRW Chart has a single Max. Trailer Weight Rating column with no hitch type stated; hitch left null. | 4WD | 3.73 | 12,950 lbs | 19,900 lbs | p. 2 | |
| CREW CAB SHORT BOX, 4X2, SRWA6 66RFESRW Chart has a single Max. Trailer Weight Rating column with no hitch type stated; hitch left null. | 2WD | 3.73 | 12,920 lbs | 19,900 lbs | p. 3 | |
| REGULAR CAB, 4X2, DRW, BOX OFFA6 66RFEDRW Box-off configuration (no pickup box). Chart has a single Max. Trailer Weight Rating column with no hitch type stated; hitch left null. | 2WD | 3.73 | 12,870 lbs | 19,900 lbs | p. 8 | |
| CREW CAB SHORT BOX, 4X2, SRW, BOX OFFA6 66RFESRW Box-off configuration (no pickup box). Chart has a single Max. Trailer Weight Rating column with no hitch type stated; hitch left null. | 2WD | 3.73 | 12,810 lbs | 19,900 lbs | p. 9 | |
| CREW CAB LONG BOX, 4X2, SRWA6 66RFESRW Chart has a single Max. Trailer Weight Rating column with no hitch type stated; hitch left null. | 2WD | 3.73 | 12,790 lbs | 19,900 lbs | p. 4 | |
| REGULAR CAB, 4X4, SRW, BOX OFFA6 66RFESRW Box-off configuration (no pickup box). Chart has a single Max. Trailer Weight Rating column with no hitch type stated; hitch left null. | 4WD | 3.73 | 12,780 lbs | 19,900 lbs | p. 8 | |
| MEGA CAB, 4X2, SRWA6 66RFESRW Chart has a single Max. Trailer Weight Rating column with no hitch type stated; hitch left null. | 2WD | 3.73 | 12,650 lbs | 19,900 lbs | p. 6 | |
| REGULAR CAB, 4X4, DRWA6 66RFEDRW Chart has a single Max. Trailer Weight Rating column with no hitch type stated; hitch left null. | 4WD | 3.73 | 12,640 lbs | 19,900 lbs | p. 2 | |
| CREW CAB LONG BOX, 4X2, SRW, BOX OFFA6 66RFESRW Box-off configuration (no pickup box). Chart has a single Max. Trailer Weight Rating column with no hitch type stated; hitch left null. | 2WD | 3.73 | 12,640 lbs | 19,900 lbs | p. 10 | |
| CREW CAB SHORT BOX, 4X4, SRWA6 66RFESRW Chart has a single Max. Trailer Weight Rating column with no hitch type stated; hitch left null. | 4WD | 3.73 | 12,620 lbs | 19,900 lbs | p. 3 | |
| REGULAR CAB, 4X4, DRW, BOX OFFA6 66RFEDRW Box-off configuration (no pickup box). Chart has a single Max. Trailer Weight Rating column with no hitch type stated; hitch left null. | 4WD | 3.73 | 12,530 lbs | 19,900 lbs | p. 8 | |
| CREW CAB SHORT BOX, 4X4, SRW, BOX OFFA6 66RFESRW Box-off configuration (no pickup box). Chart has a single Max. Trailer Weight Rating column with no hitch type stated; hitch left null. | 4WD | 3.73 | 12,530 lbs | 19,900 lbs | p. 9 | |
| CREW CAB LONG BOX, 4X2, DRWA6 66RFEDRW Chart has a single Max. Trailer Weight Rating column with no hitch type stated; hitch left null. | 2WD | 3.73 | 12,450 lbs | 19,900 lbs | p. 4 | |
| CREW CAB LONG BOX, 4X4, SRWA6 66RFESRW Chart has a single Max. Trailer Weight Rating column with no hitch type stated; hitch left null. | 4WD | 3.73 | 12,440 lbs | 19,900 lbs | p. 5 | |
| CREW CAB LONG BOX, 4X2, DRW, BOX OFFA6 66RFEDRW Box-off configuration (no pickup box). Chart has a single Max. Trailer Weight Rating column with no hitch type stated; hitch left null. | 2WD | 3.73 | 12,340 lbs | 19,900 lbs | p. 10 | |
| CREW CAB LONG BOX, 4X4, SRW, BOX OFFA6 66RFESRW Box-off configuration (no pickup box). Chart has a single Max. Trailer Weight Rating column with no hitch type stated; hitch left null. | 4WD | 3.73 | 12,280 lbs | 19,900 lbs | p. 10 | |
| MEGA CAB, 4X4, SRWA6 66RFESRW Chart has a single Max. Trailer Weight Rating column with no hitch type stated; hitch left null. | 4WD | 3.73 | 12,220 lbs | 19,900 lbs | p. 7 | |
| MEGA CAB, 4X2, DRWA6 66RFEDRW Chart has a single Max. Trailer Weight Rating column with no hitch type stated; hitch left null. | 2WD | 3.73 | 12,200 lbs | 19,900 lbs | p. 6 | |
| CREW CAB LONG BOX, 4X4, DRWA6 66RFEDRW Chart has a single Max. Trailer Weight Rating column with no hitch type stated; hitch left null. | 4WD | 3.73 | 12,100 lbs | 19,900 lbs | p. 5 | |
| CREW CAB LONG BOX, 4X4, DRW, BOX OFFA6 66RFEDRW Box-off configuration (no pickup box). Chart has a single Max. Trailer Weight Rating column with no hitch type stated; hitch left null. | 4WD | 3.73 | 11,990 lbs | 19,900 lbs | p. 10 | |
| MEGA CAB, 4X4, DRWA6 66RFEDRW Chart has a single Max. Trailer Weight Rating column with no hitch type stated; hitch left null. | 4WD | 3.73 | 11,970 lbs | 19,900 lbs | p. 7 |
| Configuration | Drive | Axle | Max trailer | GCWR | Needs | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| REGULAR CAB, 4X2, SRWA6 66RFESRW Chart has a single Max. Trailer Weight Rating column with no hitch type stated; hitch left null. | 2WD | 4.10 | 13,910 lbs | 20,400 lbs | p. 1 | |
| REGULAR CAB, 4X2, SRW, BOX OFFA6 66RFESRW Box-off configuration (no pickup box). Chart has a single Max. Trailer Weight Rating column with no hitch type stated; hitch left null. | 2WD | 4.10 | 13,720 lbs | 20,400 lbs | p. 8 | |
| REGULAR CAB, 4X4, SRWA6 66RFESRW Chart has a single Max. Trailer Weight Rating column with no hitch type stated; hitch left null. | 4WD | 4.10 | 13,560 lbs | 20,400 lbs | p. 2 | |
| CREW CAB SHORT BOX, 4X2, SRWA6 66RFESRW Chart has a single Max. Trailer Weight Rating column with no hitch type stated; hitch left null. | 2WD | 4.10 | 13,520 lbs | 20,400 lbs | p. 3 | |
| CREW CAB LONG BOX, 4X2, SRWA6 66RFESRW Chart has a single Max. Trailer Weight Rating column with no hitch type stated; hitch left null. | 2WD | 4.10 | 13,410 lbs | 20,400 lbs | p. 4 | |
| CREW CAB SHORT BOX, 4X2, SRW, BOX OFFA6 66RFESRW Box-off configuration (no pickup box). Chart has a single Max. Trailer Weight Rating column with no hitch type stated; hitch left null. | 2WD | 4.10 | 13,410 lbs | 20,400 lbs | p. 9 | |
| REGULAR CAB, 4X4, SRW, BOX OFFA6 66RFESRW Box-off configuration (no pickup box). Chart has a single Max. Trailer Weight Rating column with no hitch type stated; hitch left null. | 4WD | 4.10 | 13,370 lbs | 20,400 lbs | p. 8 | |
| CREW CAB LONG BOX, 4X2, SRW, BOX OFFA6 66RFESRW Box-off configuration (no pickup box). Chart has a single Max. Trailer Weight Rating column with no hitch type stated; hitch left null. | 2WD | 4.10 | 13,220 lbs | 20,400 lbs | p. 10 | |
| MEGA CAB, 4X2, SRWA6 66RFESRW Chart has a single Max. Trailer Weight Rating column with no hitch type stated; hitch left null. | 2WD | 4.10 | 13,210 lbs | 20,400 lbs | p. 6 | |
| CREW CAB SHORT BOX, 4X4, SRWA6 66RFESRW Chart has a single Max. Trailer Weight Rating column with no hitch type stated; hitch left null. | 4WD | 4.10 | 13,200 lbs | 20,400 lbs | p. 3 | |
| CREW CAB SHORT BOX, 4X4, SRW, BOX OFFA6 66RFESRW Box-off configuration (no pickup box). Chart has a single Max. Trailer Weight Rating column with no hitch type stated; hitch left null. | 4WD | 4.10 | 13,090 lbs | 20,400 lbs | p. 9 | |
| CREW CAB LONG BOX, 4X4, SRWA6 66RFESRW Chart has a single Max. Trailer Weight Rating column with no hitch type stated; hitch left null. | 4WD | 4.10 | 13,020 lbs | 20,400 lbs | p. 5 | |
| MEGA CAB, 4X4, SRWA6 66RFESRW Chart has a single Max. Trailer Weight Rating column with no hitch type stated; hitch left null. | 4WD | 4.10 | 12,880 lbs | 20,400 lbs | p. 7 | |
| CREW CAB LONG BOX, 4X4, SRW, BOX OFFA6 66RFESRW Box-off configuration (no pickup box). Chart has a single Max. Trailer Weight Rating column with no hitch type stated; hitch left null. | 4WD | 4.10 | 12,830 lbs | 20,400 lbs | p. 10 | |
| REGULAR CAB, 4X2, SRWA6 66RFESRW Chart has a single Max. Trailer Weight Rating column with no hitch type stated; hitch left null. | 2WD | 3.73 | 11,910 lbs | 18,400 lbs | p. 1 | |
| REGULAR CAB, 4X2, SRW, BOX OFFA6 66RFESRW Box-off configuration (no pickup box). Chart has a single Max. Trailer Weight Rating column with no hitch type stated; hitch left null. | 2WD | 3.73 | 11,720 lbs | 18,400 lbs | p. 8 | |
| REGULAR CAB, 4X4, SRWA6 66RFESRW Chart has a single Max. Trailer Weight Rating column with no hitch type stated; hitch left null. | 4WD | 3.73 | 11,560 lbs | 18,400 lbs | p. 2 | |
| CREW CAB SHORT BOX, 4X2, SRWA6 66RFESRW Chart has a single Max. Trailer Weight Rating column with no hitch type stated; hitch left null. | 2WD | 3.73 | 11,520 lbs | 18,400 lbs | p. 3 | |
| CREW CAB LONG BOX, 4X2, SRWA6 66RFESRW Chart has a single Max. Trailer Weight Rating column with no hitch type stated; hitch left null. | 2WD | 3.73 | 11,410 lbs | 18,400 lbs | p. 4 | |
| CREW CAB SHORT BOX, 4X2, SRW, BOX OFFA6 66RFESRW Box-off configuration (no pickup box). Chart has a single Max. Trailer Weight Rating column with no hitch type stated; hitch left null. | 2WD | 3.73 | 11,410 lbs | 18,400 lbs | p. 9 | |
| REGULAR CAB, 4X4, SRW, BOX OFFA6 66RFESRW Box-off configuration (no pickup box). Chart has a single Max. Trailer Weight Rating column with no hitch type stated; hitch left null. | 4WD | 3.73 | 11,370 lbs | 18,400 lbs | p. 8 | |
| CREW CAB LONG BOX, 4X2, SRW, BOX OFFA6 66RFESRW Box-off configuration (no pickup box). Chart has a single Max. Trailer Weight Rating column with no hitch type stated; hitch left null. | 2WD | 3.73 | 11,220 lbs | 18,400 lbs | p. 10 | |
| MEGA CAB, 4X2, SRWA6 66RFESRW Chart has a single Max. Trailer Weight Rating column with no hitch type stated; hitch left null. | 2WD | 3.73 | 11,210 lbs | 18,400 lbs | p. 6 | |
| CREW CAB SHORT BOX, 4X4, SRWA6 66RFESRW Chart has a single Max. Trailer Weight Rating column with no hitch type stated; hitch left null. | 4WD | 3.73 | 11,200 lbs | 18,400 lbs | p. 3 | |
| CREW CAB SHORT BOX, 4X4, SRW, BOX OFFA6 66RFESRW Box-off configuration (no pickup box). Chart has a single Max. Trailer Weight Rating column with no hitch type stated; hitch left null. | 4WD | 3.73 | 11,090 lbs | 18,400 lbs | p. 9 | |
| CREW CAB LONG BOX, 4X4, SRWA6 66RFESRW Chart has a single Max. Trailer Weight Rating column with no hitch type stated; hitch left null. | 4WD | 3.73 | 11,020 lbs | 18,400 lbs | p. 5 | |
| MEGA CAB, 4X4, SRWA6 66RFESRW Chart has a single Max. Trailer Weight Rating column with no hitch type stated; hitch left null. | 4WD | 3.73 | 10,880 lbs | 18,400 lbs | p. 7 | |
| CREW CAB LONG BOX, 4X4, SRW, BOX OFFA6 66RFESRW Box-off configuration (no pickup box). Chart has a single Max. Trailer Weight Rating column with no hitch type stated; hitch left null. | 4WD | 3.73 | 10,830 lbs | 18,400 lbs | p. 10 |
Common questions
Which 2018 Ram 3500 engine tows the most?
6.7L CUMMINS DIESEL, at up to 19,550 lbs. Next is 6.7L CUMMINS DIESEL (HO) at up to 17,770 lbs.
Can a 2018 Ram 3500 tow a fifth-wheel or gooseneck trailer?
The manufacturer publishes fifth-wheel or gooseneck ratings for it, up to 31,210 lbs. They are listed by configuration above.
Where do these numbers come from?
From 2018 Ram 3500 Trailer Towing Chart J1 – SAE J2807 Compliant. Each row in the tables above links to the document and gives the page the figure is printed on.
Towing equipment for the 2018 Ram 3500
The manufacturer's tables name this equipment for some 2018 Ram 3500 configurations. Equipment does not raise a rating. Check the Needs column for your own build before buying anything.
- Fifth-wheel hitch, listed for 24 of 150 configurations. See on Amazon (paid link)
- Gooseneck hitch, listed for 24 of 150 configurations. See on Amazon (paid link)
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 2018 Ram 3500. See on Amazon (paid link)
- Trailer hitch receiver for the 2018 Ram 3500. See on Amazon (paid link)
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Where these numbers come from
- 2018 Ram 3500 Trailer Towing Chart J1 – SAE J2807 Compliant, 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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