2020 Ram 3500 towing capacity
Up to 23,000 lbs (the source does not say which hitch type the figure is for). That rating is for this configuration: Tradesman, RAM 3500 4X4 CREW CAB TRADESMAN 6.4' RAMBOX, 6.7L I6 CUMMINS HO TURBO DIESEL ENG, 4WD, 3.73 axle. The lowest-rated configuration in the same tables is 13,660 lbs, so the answer for your vehicle depends on how it is equipped.
Highest published rating23,000 lbsHitch type not stated. Lowest in the same tables: 13,660 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 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 I6 CUMMINS HO TURBO DIESEL ENG | 35,100 lbs | 23,000 lbs | 20 |
| 6.7L I6 CUMMINS TURBO DIESEL ENGINE | 22,670 lbs | 20 | |
| 6.4L V8 MID DUTY HEMI MDS ENGINE | 18,210 lbs | 30 |
2020 Ram 3500 towing capacity chart
All 70 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tradesman, RAM 3500 4X2 REG CAB TRADESMAN 8.0' BOX6 SPD AUTO AISIN NEW HD TRANSMISSIONDRW. Rating over 30,000 lb: notes 8-9 on the notes page say a gooseneck hitch is required over 30,000 lb (fifth wheel over 23,000 lb). Payload and max trailer are ESTIMATED per page 8 note 1. Max trailer cell highlighted yellow; page 8 note 10 (highlighted) reads 'Maximum Capability'. | 2WD | 4.10 | 35,100 lbs | 43,000 lbs | p. 1 | |
| Tradesman, RAM 3500 4X4 REG CAB TRADESMAN 8.0' BOX6 SPD AUTO AISIN NEW HD TRANSMISSIONDRW. Rating over 30,000 lb: notes 8-9 on the notes page say a gooseneck hitch is required over 30,000 lb (fifth wheel over 23,000 lb). Payload and max trailer are ESTIMATED per page 8 note 1. | 4WD | 4.10 | 34,660 lbs | 43,000 lbs | p. 5 | |
| Tradesman, RAM 3500 4X2 CREW CAB TRADESMAN 8.0' BOX6 SPD AUTO AISIN NEW HD TRANSMISSIONDRW. Rating over 30,000 lb: notes 8-9 on the notes page say a gooseneck hitch is required over 30,000 lb (fifth wheel over 23,000 lb). Payload and max trailer are ESTIMATED per page 8 note 1. | 2WD | 4.10 | 34,480 lbs | 43,000 lbs | p. 3 | |
| Tradesman, RAM 3500 4X4 CREW CAB TRADESMAN 8.0' BOX6 SPD AUTO AISIN NEW HD TRANSMISSIONDRW. Rating over 30,000 lb: notes 8-9 on the notes page say a gooseneck hitch is required over 30,000 lb (fifth wheel over 23,000 lb). Payload and max trailer are ESTIMATED per page 8 note 1. | 4WD | 4.10 | 34,110 lbs | 43,000 lbs | p. 7 | |
| Tradesman, RAM 3500 4X2 REG CAB TRADESMAN 8.0' BOX6 SPD AUTO AISIN NEW HD TRANSMISSIONDRW. Rating over 30,000 lb: notes 8-9 on the notes page say a gooseneck hitch is required over 30,000 lb (fifth wheel over 23,000 lb). Payload and max trailer are ESTIMATED per page 8 note 1. | 2WD | 3.73 | 33,700 lbs | 41,600 lbs | p. 1 | |
| Tradesman, RAM 3500 4X4 REG CAB TRADESMAN 8.0' BOX6 SPD AUTO AISIN NEW HD TRANSMISSIONDRW. Rating over 30,000 lb: notes 8-9 on the notes page say a gooseneck hitch is required over 30,000 lb (fifth wheel over 23,000 lb). Payload and max trailer are ESTIMATED per page 8 note 1. | 4WD | 3.73 | 33,260 lbs | 41,600 lbs | p. 5 | |
| Tradesman, RAM 3500 4X2 CREW CAB TRADESMAN 8.0' BOX6 SPD AUTO AISIN NEW HD TRANSMISSIONDRW. Rating over 30,000 lb: notes 8-9 on the notes page say a gooseneck hitch is required over 30,000 lb (fifth wheel over 23,000 lb). Payload and max trailer are ESTIMATED per page 8 note 1. | 2WD | 3.73 | 33,080 lbs | 41,600 lbs | p. 3 | |
| Big Horn/Lone Star, RAM 3500 4X4 MEGA CAB BIG HORN/LONE STAR 6.4' BOX6 SPD AUTO AISIN NEW HD TRANSMISSIONDRW. Rating over 30,000 lb: notes 8-9 on the notes page say a gooseneck hitch is required over 30,000 lb (fifth wheel over 23,000 lb). Payload and max trailer are ESTIMATED per page 8 note 1. | 4WD | 4.10 | 32,880 lbs | 43,000 lbs | p. 4 | |
| Tradesman, RAM 3500 4X4 CREW CAB TRADESMAN 8.0' BOX6 SPD AUTO AISIN NEW HD TRANSMISSIONDRW. Rating over 30,000 lb: notes 8-9 on the notes page say a gooseneck hitch is required over 30,000 lb (fifth wheel over 23,000 lb). Payload and max trailer are ESTIMATED per page 8 note 1. | 4WD | 3.73 | 32,720 lbs | 41,600 lbs | p. 7 | |
| Big Horn/Lone Star, RAM 3500 4X4 MEGA CAB BIG HORN/LONE STAR 6.4' BOX6 SPD AUTO AISIN NEW HD TRANSMISSIONDRW. Rating over 30,000 lb: notes 8-9 on the notes page say a gooseneck hitch is required over 30,000 lb (fifth wheel over 23,000 lb). Payload and max trailer are ESTIMATED per page 8 note 1. | 4WD | 3.73 | 32,530 lbs | 41,600 lbs | p. 4 | |
| Tradesman, RAM 3500 4X2 REG CAB TRADESMAN 8.0' BOX6 SPD AUTO AISIN NEW HD TRANSMISSIONSRW. Rating over 23,000 lb: note 8 on the notes page says a fifth-wheel hitch is required over 23,000 lb (gooseneck over 30,000 lb). Payload and max trailer are ESTIMATED per page 8 note 1. | 2WD | 3.73 | 26,860 lbs | 34,630 lbs | p. 1 | |
| Tradesman, RAM 3500 4X4 REG CAB TRADESMAN 8.0' BOX6 SPD AUTO AISIN NEW HD TRANSMISSIONSRW. Rating over 23,000 lb: note 8 on the notes page says a fifth-wheel hitch is required over 23,000 lb (gooseneck over 30,000 lb). Payload and max trailer are ESTIMATED per page 8 note 1. | 4WD | 3.73 | 26,050 lbs | 34,540 lbs | p. 5 | |
| Tradesman, RAM 3500 4X2 CREW CAB TRADESMAN 8.0' BOX6 SPD AUTO AISIN NEW HD TRANSMISSIONSRW. Rating over 23,000 lb: note 8 on the notes page says a fifth-wheel hitch is required over 23,000 lb (gooseneck over 30,000 lb). Payload and max trailer are ESTIMATED per page 8 note 1. | 2WD | 3.73 | 25,580 lbs | 33,670 lbs | p. 3 | |
| Tradesman, RAM 3500 4X4 CREW CAB TRADESMAN 8.0' BOX6 SPD AUTO AISIN NEW HD TRANSMISSIONSRW. Rating over 23,000 lb: note 8 on the notes page says a fifth-wheel hitch is required over 23,000 lb (gooseneck over 30,000 lb). Payload and max trailer are ESTIMATED per page 8 note 1. | 4WD | 3.73 | 25,090 lbs | 33,610 lbs | p. 7 | |
| Tradesman, RAM 3500 4X2 CREW CAB TRADESMAN 6.4' BOX6 SPD AUTO AISIN NEW HD TRANSMISSIONSRW. Rating over 23,000 lb: note 8 on the notes page says a fifth-wheel hitch is required over 23,000 lb (gooseneck over 30,000 lb). Payload and max trailer are ESTIMATED per page 8 note 1. | 2WD | 3.73 | 24,180 lbs | 32,240 lbs | p. 2 | |
| Big Horn/Lone Star, RAM 3500 4X4 MEGA CAB BIG HORN/LONE STAR 6.4' BOX6 SPD AUTO AISIN NEW HD TRANSMISSIONSRW. Rating over 23,000 lb: note 8 on the notes page says a fifth-wheel hitch is required over 23,000 lb (gooseneck over 30,000 lb). Payload and max trailer are ESTIMATED per page 8 note 1. | 4WD | 3.73 | 24,090 lbs | 32,710 lbs | p. 4 | |
| Tradesman, RAM 3500 4X4 CREW CAB TRADESMAN 6.4' BOX6 SPD AUTO AISIN NEW HD TRANSMISSIONSRW. Rating over 23,000 lb: note 8 on the notes page says a fifth-wheel hitch is required over 23,000 lb (gooseneck over 30,000 lb). Payload and max trailer are ESTIMATED per page 8 note 1. | 4WD | 3.73 | 23,660 lbs | 32,580 lbs | p. 6 | |
| Big Horn/Lone Star, RAM 3500 4X4 MEGA CAB BIG HORN/LONE STAR 6.4' RAMBOX6 SPD AUTO AISIN NEW HD TRANSMISSIONSRW. Rating over 23,000 lb: note 8 on the notes page says a fifth-wheel hitch is required over 23,000 lb (gooseneck over 30,000 lb). Payload and max trailer are ESTIMATED per page 8 note 1. | 4WD | 3.73 | 23,320 lbs | 32,710 lbs | p. 4 | |
| Tradesman, RAM 3500 4X2 CREW CAB TRADESMAN 6.4' RAMBOX6 SPD AUTO AISIN NEW HD TRANSMISSIONSRW. Rating over 23,000 lb: note 8 on the notes page says a fifth-wheel hitch is required over 23,000 lb (gooseneck over 30,000 lb). Payload and max trailer are ESTIMATED per page 8 note 1. | 2WD | 3.73 | 23,210 lbs | 32,240 lbs | p. 2 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tradesman, RAM 3500 4X4 CREW CAB TRADESMAN 6.4' RAMBOX6 SPD AUTO AISIN NEW HD TRANSMISSIONSRW. Single max trailer column; the chart does not say which hitch this rating is for (notes give conventional, fifth-wheel and gooseneck assumptions). Payload and max trailer are ESTIMATED per page 8 note 1. | 4WD | 3.73 | 23,000 lbs | 32,580 lbs | p. 6 |
| Configuration | Drive | Axle | Max trailer | GCWR | Needs | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tradesman, RAM 3500 4X2 REG CAB TRADESMAN 8.0' BOXTRANSMISSION -6-SPD. AUTOMATIC,68RFEDRW. Single max trailer column; the chart does not say which hitch this rating is for (notes give conventional, fifth-wheel and gooseneck assumptions). Payload and max trailer are ESTIMATED per page 8 note 1. | 2WD | 4.10 | 22,670 lbs | 30,300 lbs | p. 1 | |
| Tradesman, RAM 3500 4X4 REG CAB TRADESMAN 8.0' BOXTRANSMISSION -6-SPD. AUTOMATIC,68RFEDRW. Single max trailer column; the chart does not say which hitch this rating is for (notes give conventional, fifth-wheel and gooseneck assumptions). Payload and max trailer are ESTIMATED per page 8 note 1. | 4WD | 4.10 | 22,230 lbs | 30,300 lbs | p. 5 | |
| Tradesman, RAM 3500 4X2 CREW CAB TRADESMAN 8.0' BOXTRANSMISSION -6-SPD. AUTOMATIC,68RFEDRW. Single max trailer column; the chart does not say which hitch this rating is for (notes give conventional, fifth-wheel and gooseneck assumptions). Payload and max trailer are ESTIMATED per page 8 note 1. | 2WD | 4.10 | 22,010 lbs | 30,300 lbs | p. 3 | |
| Tradesman, RAM 3500 4X4 CREW CAB TRADESMAN 8.0' BOXTRANSMISSION -6-SPD. AUTOMATIC,68RFEDRW. Single max trailer column; the chart does not say which hitch this rating is for (notes give conventional, fifth-wheel and gooseneck assumptions). Payload and max trailer are ESTIMATED per page 8 note 1. | 4WD | 4.10 | 21,680 lbs | 30,300 lbs | p. 7 | |
| Big Horn/Lone Star, RAM 3500 4X4 MEGA CAB BIG HORN/LONE STAR 6.4' BOXTRANSMISSION -6-SPD. AUTOMATIC,68RFEDRW. Single max trailer column; the chart does not say which hitch this rating is for (notes give conventional, fifth-wheel and gooseneck assumptions). Payload and max trailer are ESTIMATED per page 8 note 1. | 4WD | 4.10 | 21,500 lbs | 30,300 lbs | p. 4 | |
| Tradesman, RAM 3500 4X2 REG CAB TRADESMAN 8.0' BOXTRANSMISSION -6-SPD. AUTOMATIC,68RFESRW. Single max trailer column; the chart does not say which hitch this rating is for (notes give conventional, fifth-wheel and gooseneck assumptions). Payload and max trailer are ESTIMATED per page 8 note 1. | 2WD | 3.73 | 21,010 lbs | 28,300 lbs | p. 1 | |
| Tradesman, RAM 3500 4X2 REG CAB TRADESMAN 8.0' BOXTRANSMISSION -6-SPD. AUTOMATIC,68RFEDRW. Single max trailer column; the chart does not say which hitch this rating is for (notes give conventional, fifth-wheel and gooseneck assumptions). Payload and max trailer are ESTIMATED per page 8 note 1. | 2WD | 3.73 | 20,670 lbs | 28,300 lbs | p. 1 | |
| Tradesman, RAM 3500 4X4 REG CAB TRADESMAN 8.0' BOXTRANSMISSION -6-SPD. AUTOMATIC,68RFESRW. Single max trailer column; the chart does not say which hitch this rating is for (notes give conventional, fifth-wheel and gooseneck assumptions). Payload and max trailer are ESTIMATED per page 8 note 1. | 4WD | 3.73 | 20,580 lbs | 28,300 lbs | p. 5 | |
| Tradesman, RAM 3500 4X2 CREW CAB TRADESMAN 6.4' BOXTRANSMISSION -6-SPD. AUTOMATIC,68RFESRW. Single max trailer column; the chart does not say which hitch this rating is for (notes give conventional, fifth-wheel and gooseneck assumptions). Payload and max trailer are ESTIMATED per page 8 note 1. | 2WD | 3.73 | 20,570 lbs | 28,300 lbs | p. 2 | |
| Tradesman, RAM 3500 4X2 CREW CAB TRADESMAN 8.0' BOXTRANSMISSION -6-SPD. AUTOMATIC,68RFESRW. Single max trailer column; the chart does not say which hitch this rating is for (notes give conventional, fifth-wheel and gooseneck assumptions). Payload and max trailer are ESTIMATED per page 8 note 1. | 2WD | 3.73 | 20,430 lbs | 28,300 lbs | p. 3 | |
| Tradesman, RAM 3500 4X2 CREW CAB TRADESMAN 6.4' RAMBOXTRANSMISSION -6-SPD. AUTOMATIC,68RFESRW. Single max trailer column; the chart does not say which hitch this rating is for (notes give conventional, fifth-wheel and gooseneck assumptions). Payload and max trailer are ESTIMATED per page 8 note 1. | 2WD | 3.73 | 20,420 lbs | 28,300 lbs | p. 2 | |
| Tradesman, RAM 3500 4X4 REG CAB TRADESMAN 8.0' BOXTRANSMISSION -6-SPD. AUTOMATIC,68RFEDRW. Single max trailer column; the chart does not say which hitch this rating is for (notes give conventional, fifth-wheel and gooseneck assumptions). Payload and max trailer are ESTIMATED per page 8 note 1. | 4WD | 3.73 | 20,230 lbs | 28,300 lbs | p. 5 | |
| Tradesman, RAM 3500 4X4 CREW CAB TRADESMAN 6.4' BOXTRANSMISSION -6-SPD. AUTOMATIC,68RFESRW. Single max trailer column; the chart does not say which hitch this rating is for (notes give conventional, fifth-wheel and gooseneck assumptions). Payload and max trailer are ESTIMATED per page 8 note 1. | 4WD | 3.73 | 20,220 lbs | 28,300 lbs | p. 6 | |
| Tradesman, RAM 3500 4X4 CREW CAB TRADESMAN 6.4' RAMBOXTRANSMISSION -6-SPD. AUTOMATIC,68RFESRW. Single max trailer column; the chart does not say which hitch this rating is for (notes give conventional, fifth-wheel and gooseneck assumptions). Payload and max trailer are ESTIMATED per page 8 note 1. | 4WD | 3.73 | 20,080 lbs | 28,300 lbs | p. 6 | |
| Tradesman, RAM 3500 4X4 CREW CAB TRADESMAN 8.0' BOXTRANSMISSION -6-SPD. AUTOMATIC,68RFESRW. Single max trailer column; the chart does not say which hitch this rating is for (notes give conventional, fifth-wheel and gooseneck assumptions). Payload and max trailer are ESTIMATED per page 8 note 1. | 4WD | 3.73 | 20,020 lbs | 28,300 lbs | p. 7 | |
| Tradesman, RAM 3500 4X2 CREW CAB TRADESMAN 8.0' BOXTRANSMISSION -6-SPD. AUTOMATIC,68RFEDRW. Single max trailer column; the chart does not say which hitch this rating is for (notes give conventional, fifth-wheel and gooseneck assumptions). Payload and max trailer are ESTIMATED per page 8 note 1. | 2WD | 3.73 | 20,010 lbs | 28,300 lbs | p. 3 | |
| Big Horn/Lone Star, RAM 3500 4X4 MEGA CAB BIG HORN/LONE STAR 6.4' BOXTRANSMISSION -6-SPD. AUTOMATIC,68RFESRW. Single max trailer column; the chart does not say which hitch this rating is for (notes give conventional, fifth-wheel and gooseneck assumptions). Payload and max trailer are ESTIMATED per page 8 note 1. | 4WD | 3.73 | 19,820 lbs | 28,300 lbs | p. 4 | |
| Tradesman, RAM 3500 4X4 CREW CAB TRADESMAN 8.0' BOXTRANSMISSION -6-SPD. AUTOMATIC,68RFEDRW. Single max trailer column; the chart does not say which hitch this rating is for (notes give conventional, fifth-wheel and gooseneck assumptions). Payload and max trailer are ESTIMATED per page 8 note 1. | 4WD | 3.73 | 19,680 lbs | 28,300 lbs | p. 7 | |
| Big Horn/Lone Star, RAM 3500 4X4 MEGA CAB BIG HORN/LONE STAR 6.4' RAMBOXTRANSMISSION -6-SPD. AUTOMATIC,68RFESRW. Single max trailer column; the chart does not say which hitch this rating is for (notes give conventional, fifth-wheel and gooseneck assumptions). Payload and max trailer are ESTIMATED per page 8 note 1. | 4WD | 3.73 | 19,650 lbs | 28,300 lbs | p. 4 | |
| Big Horn/Lone Star, RAM 3500 4X4 MEGA CAB BIG HORN/LONE STAR 6.4' BOXTRANSMISSION -6-SPD. AUTOMATIC,68RFEDRW. Single max trailer column; the chart does not say which hitch this rating is for (notes give conventional, fifth-wheel and gooseneck assumptions). Payload and max trailer are ESTIMATED per page 8 note 1. | 4WD | 3.73 | 19,500 lbs | 28,300 lbs | p. 4 |
| Configuration | Drive | Axle | Max trailer | GCWR | Needs | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tradesman, RAM 3500 4X2 REG CAB TRADESMAN 8.0' BOX8-SPD AUTO 8HP75-LCV TRANSMISSIONDRW. Single max trailer column; the chart does not say which hitch this rating is for (notes give conventional, fifth-wheel and gooseneck assumptions). Payload and max trailer are ESTIMATED per page 8 note 1. | 2WD | 4.10 | 18,210 lbs | 25,000 lbs | p. 1 | |
| Tradesman, RAM 3500 4X4 REG CAB TRADESMAN 8.0' BOX8-SPD AUTO 8HP75-LCV TRANSMISSIONDRW. Single max trailer column; the chart does not say which hitch this rating is for (notes give conventional, fifth-wheel and gooseneck assumptions). Payload and max trailer are ESTIMATED per page 8 note 1. | 4WD | 4.10 | 17,790 lbs | 25,000 lbs | p. 5 | |
| Tradesman, RAM 3500 4X2 CREW CAB TRADESMAN 8.0' BOX8-SPD AUTO 8HP75-LCV TRANSMISSIONDRW. Single max trailer column; the chart does not say which hitch this rating is for (notes give conventional, fifth-wheel and gooseneck assumptions). Payload and max trailer are ESTIMATED per page 8 note 1. | 2WD | 4.10 | 17,580 lbs | 25,000 lbs | p. 3 | |
| Tradesman, RAM 3500 4X2 REG CAB TRADESMAN 8.0' BOX8-SPD AUTO 8HP75-LCV TRANSMISSIONSRW. Single max trailer column; the chart does not say which hitch this rating is for (notes give conventional, fifth-wheel and gooseneck assumptions). Payload and max trailer are ESTIMATED per page 8 note 1. | 2WD | 4.10 | 17,470 lbs | 24,000 lbs | p. 1 | |
| Tradesman, RAM 3500 4X4 CREW CAB TRADESMAN 8.0' BOX8-SPD AUTO 8HP75-LCV TRANSMISSIONDRW. Single max trailer column; the chart does not say which hitch this rating is for (notes give conventional, fifth-wheel and gooseneck assumptions). Payload and max trailer are ESTIMATED per page 8 note 1. | 4WD | 4.10 | 17,230 lbs | 25,000 lbs | p. 7 | |
| Big Horn/Lone Star, RAM 3500 4X4 MEGA CAB BIG HORN/LONE STAR 6.4' BOX8-SPD AUTO 8HP75-LCV TRANSMISSIONDRW. Single max trailer column; the chart does not say which hitch this rating is for (notes give conventional, fifth-wheel and gooseneck assumptions). Payload and max trailer are ESTIMATED per page 8 note 1. | 4WD | 4.10 | 17,160 lbs | 25,000 lbs | p. 4 | |
| Tradesman, RAM 3500 4X4 REG CAB TRADESMAN 8.0' BOX8-SPD AUTO 8HP75-LCV TRANSMISSIONSRW. Single max trailer column; the chart does not say which hitch this rating is for (notes give conventional, fifth-wheel and gooseneck assumptions). Payload and max trailer are ESTIMATED per page 8 note 1. | 4WD | 4.10 | 17,130 lbs | 24,000 lbs | p. 5 | |
| Tradesman, RAM 3500 4X2 CREW CAB TRADESMAN 8.0' BOX8-SPD AUTO 8HP75-LCV TRANSMISSIONSRW. Single max trailer column; the chart does not say which hitch this rating is for (notes give conventional, fifth-wheel and gooseneck assumptions). Payload and max trailer are ESTIMATED per page 8 note 1. | 2WD | 4.10 | 16,950 lbs | 24,000 lbs | p. 3 | |
| Tradesman, RAM 3500 4X2 CREW CAB TRADESMAN 6.4' BOX8-SPD AUTO 8HP75-LCV TRANSMISSIONSRW. Single max trailer column; the chart does not say which hitch this rating is for (notes give conventional, fifth-wheel and gooseneck assumptions). Payload and max trailer are ESTIMATED per page 8 note 1. | 2WD | 4.10 | 16,940 lbs | 24,000 lbs | p. 2 | |
| Tradesman, RAM 3500 4X2 CREW CAB TRADESMAN 6.4' RAMBOX8-SPD AUTO 8HP75-LCV TRANSMISSIONSRW. Single max trailer column; the chart does not say which hitch this rating is for (notes give conventional, fifth-wheel and gooseneck assumptions). Payload and max trailer are ESTIMATED per page 8 note 1. | 2WD | 4.10 | 16,800 lbs | 24,000 lbs | p. 2 | |
| Tradesman, RAM 3500 4X4 CREW CAB TRADESMAN 6.4' BOX8-SPD AUTO 8HP75-LCV TRANSMISSIONSRW. Single max trailer column; the chart does not say which hitch this rating is for (notes give conventional, fifth-wheel and gooseneck assumptions). Payload and max trailer are ESTIMATED per page 8 note 1. | 4WD | 4.10 | 16,770 lbs | 24,000 lbs | p. 6 | |
| Tradesman, RAM 3500 4X4 CREW CAB TRADESMAN 6.4' RAMBOX8-SPD AUTO 8HP75-LCV TRANSMISSIONSRW. Single max trailer column; the chart does not say which hitch this rating is for (notes give conventional, fifth-wheel and gooseneck assumptions). Payload and max trailer are ESTIMATED per page 8 note 1. | 4WD | 4.10 | 16,670 lbs | 24,000 lbs | p. 6 | |
| Tradesman, RAM 3500 4X4 CREW CAB TRADESMAN 8.0' BOX8-SPD AUTO 8HP75-LCV TRANSMISSIONSRW. Single max trailer column; the chart does not say which hitch this rating is for (notes give conventional, fifth-wheel and gooseneck assumptions). Payload and max trailer are ESTIMATED per page 8 note 1. | 4WD | 4.10 | 16,570 lbs | 24,000 lbs | p. 7 | |
| Big Horn/Lone Star, RAM 3500 4X4 MEGA CAB BIG HORN/LONE STAR 6.4' BOX8-SPD AUTO 8HP75-LCV TRANSMISSIONSRW. Single max trailer column; the chart does not say which hitch this rating is for (notes give conventional, fifth-wheel and gooseneck assumptions). Payload and max trailer are ESTIMATED per page 8 note 1. | 4WD | 4.10 | 16,470 lbs | 24,000 lbs | p. 4 | |
| Big Horn/Lone Star, RAM 3500 4X4 MEGA CAB BIG HORN/LONE STAR 6.4' RAMBOX8-SPD AUTO 8HP75-LCV TRANSMISSIONSRW. Single max trailer column; the chart does not say which hitch this rating is for (notes give conventional, fifth-wheel and gooseneck assumptions). Payload and max trailer are ESTIMATED per page 8 note 1. | 4WD | 4.10 | 16,410 lbs | 24,000 lbs | p. 4 | |
| Tradesman, RAM 3500 4X2 REG CAB TRADESMAN 8.0' BOX8-SPD AUTO 8HP75-LCV TRANSMISSIONSRW. Single max trailer column; the chart does not say which hitch this rating is for (notes give conventional, fifth-wheel and gooseneck assumptions). Payload and max trailer are ESTIMATED per page 8 note 1. | 2WD | 3.73 | 14,970 lbs | 21,500 lbs | p. 1 | |
| Tradesman, RAM 3500 4X2 REG CAB TRADESMAN 8.0' BOX8-SPD AUTO 8HP75-LCV TRANSMISSIONDRW. Single max trailer column; the chart does not say which hitch this rating is for (notes give conventional, fifth-wheel and gooseneck assumptions). Payload and max trailer are ESTIMATED per page 8 note 1. Payload cell highlighted yellow; page 8 note 10 (highlighted) reads 'Maximum Capability'. | 2WD | 3.73 | 14,710 lbs | 21,500 lbs | p. 1 | |
| Tradesman, RAM 3500 4X4 REG CAB TRADESMAN 8.0' BOX8-SPD AUTO 8HP75-LCV TRANSMISSIONSRW. Single max trailer column; the chart does not say which hitch this rating is for (notes give conventional, fifth-wheel and gooseneck assumptions). Payload and max trailer are ESTIMATED per page 8 note 1. | 4WD | 3.73 | 14,630 lbs | 21,500 lbs | p. 5 | |
| Tradesman, RAM 3500 4X2 CREW CAB TRADESMAN 8.0' BOX8-SPD AUTO 8HP75-LCV TRANSMISSIONSRW. Single max trailer column; the chart does not say which hitch this rating is for (notes give conventional, fifth-wheel and gooseneck assumptions). Payload and max trailer are ESTIMATED per page 8 note 1. | 2WD | 3.73 | 14,450 lbs | 21,500 lbs | p. 3 | |
| Tradesman, RAM 3500 4X2 CREW CAB TRADESMAN 6.4' BOX8-SPD AUTO 8HP75-LCV TRANSMISSIONSRW. Single max trailer column; the chart does not say which hitch this rating is for (notes give conventional, fifth-wheel and gooseneck assumptions). Payload and max trailer are ESTIMATED per page 8 note 1. | 2WD | 3.73 | 14,440 lbs | 21,500 lbs | p. 2 | |
| Tradesman, RAM 3500 4X2 CREW CAB TRADESMAN 6.4' RAMBOX8-SPD AUTO 8HP75-LCV TRANSMISSIONSRW. Single max trailer column; the chart does not say which hitch this rating is for (notes give conventional, fifth-wheel and gooseneck assumptions). Payload and max trailer are ESTIMATED per page 8 note 1. | 2WD | 3.73 | 14,300 lbs | 21,500 lbs | p. 2 | |
| Tradesman, RAM 3500 4X4 REG CAB TRADESMAN 8.0' BOX8-SPD AUTO 8HP75-LCV TRANSMISSIONDRW. Single max trailer column; the chart does not say which hitch this rating is for (notes give conventional, fifth-wheel and gooseneck assumptions). Payload and max trailer are ESTIMATED per page 8 note 1. | 4WD | 3.73 | 14,290 lbs | 21,500 lbs | p. 5 | |
| Tradesman, RAM 3500 4X4 CREW CAB TRADESMAN 6.4' BOX8-SPD AUTO 8HP75-LCV TRANSMISSIONSRW. Single max trailer column; the chart does not say which hitch this rating is for (notes give conventional, fifth-wheel and gooseneck assumptions). Payload and max trailer are ESTIMATED per page 8 note 1. | 4WD | 3.73 | 14,270 lbs | 21,500 lbs | p. 6 | |
| Tradesman, RAM 3500 4X4 CREW CAB TRADESMAN 6.4' RAMBOX8-SPD AUTO 8HP75-LCV TRANSMISSIONSRW. Single max trailer column; the chart does not say which hitch this rating is for (notes give conventional, fifth-wheel and gooseneck assumptions). Payload and max trailer are ESTIMATED per page 8 note 1. | 4WD | 3.73 | 14,170 lbs | 21,500 lbs | p. 6 | |
| Tradesman, RAM 3500 4X2 CREW CAB TRADESMAN 8.0' BOX8-SPD AUTO 8HP75-LCV TRANSMISSIONDRW. Single max trailer column; the chart does not say which hitch this rating is for (notes give conventional, fifth-wheel and gooseneck assumptions). Payload and max trailer are ESTIMATED per page 8 note 1. | 2WD | 3.73 | 14,080 lbs | 21,500 lbs | p. 3 | |
| Tradesman, RAM 3500 4X4 CREW CAB TRADESMAN 8.0' BOX8-SPD AUTO 8HP75-LCV TRANSMISSIONSRW. Single max trailer column; the chart does not say which hitch this rating is for (notes give conventional, fifth-wheel and gooseneck assumptions). Payload and max trailer are ESTIMATED per page 8 note 1. | 4WD | 3.73 | 14,070 lbs | 21,500 lbs | p. 7 | |
| Big Horn/Lone Star, RAM 3500 4X4 MEGA CAB BIG HORN/LONE STAR 6.4' BOX8-SPD AUTO 8HP75-LCV TRANSMISSIONSRW. Single max trailer column; the chart does not say which hitch this rating is for (notes give conventional, fifth-wheel and gooseneck assumptions). Payload and max trailer are ESTIMATED per page 8 note 1. | 4WD | 3.73 | 13,970 lbs | 21,500 lbs | p. 4 | |
| Big Horn/Lone Star, RAM 3500 4X4 MEGA CAB BIG HORN/LONE STAR 6.4' RAMBOX8-SPD AUTO 8HP75-LCV TRANSMISSIONSRW. Single max trailer column; the chart does not say which hitch this rating is for (notes give conventional, fifth-wheel and gooseneck assumptions). Payload and max trailer are ESTIMATED per page 8 note 1. | 4WD | 3.73 | 13,910 lbs | 21,500 lbs | p. 4 | |
| Tradesman, RAM 3500 4X4 CREW CAB TRADESMAN 8.0' BOX8-SPD AUTO 8HP75-LCV TRANSMISSIONDRW. Single max trailer column; the chart does not say which hitch this rating is for (notes give conventional, fifth-wheel and gooseneck assumptions). Payload and max trailer are ESTIMATED per page 8 note 1. | 4WD | 3.73 | 13,730 lbs | 21,500 lbs | p. 7 | |
| Big Horn/Lone Star, RAM 3500 4X4 MEGA CAB BIG HORN/LONE STAR 6.4' BOX8-SPD AUTO 8HP75-LCV TRANSMISSIONDRW. Single max trailer column; the chart does not say which hitch this rating is for (notes give conventional, fifth-wheel and gooseneck assumptions). Payload and max trailer are ESTIMATED per page 8 note 1. | 4WD | 3.73 | 13,660 lbs | 21,500 lbs | p. 4 |
Common questions
Which 2020 Ram 3500 engine tows the most?
6.7L I6 CUMMINS HO TURBO DIESEL ENG, at up to 23,000 lbs. Next is 6.7L I6 CUMMINS TURBO DIESEL ENGINE at up to 22,670 lbs.
Can a 2020 Ram 3500 tow a fifth-wheel or gooseneck trailer?
The manufacturer publishes fifth-wheel or gooseneck ratings for it, up to 35,100 lbs. They are listed by configuration above.
Where do these numbers come from?
From 2020 Ram 3500 Towing Chart. 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 3500
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 3500. See on Amazon (paid link)
- Trailer hitch receiver for the 2020 Ram 3500. See on Amazon (paid link)
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Where these numbers come from
- 2020 Ram 3500 Towing Chart, 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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