Ram 1500 Towing Ability
Ram 1500 Towing Ability
Buy a Ram 1500 Truck in Culpeper VA
Ram has always been the kind of automotive brand that puts power and towing abilities at the top of what their trucks can accomplish. The Ram 1500 is certainly no stranger to all of the towing numbers that you are certainly trying to find out more about. Today we want to tell you more about the towing abilities of this full-size pickup truck so you can figure out if it suits your life to the fullest. We'll be talking about the available engines, the towing accessories, and anything else that gives you a clearer picture of what kind of truck you will be dealing with. At Chrysler of Culpeper, nothing is more important than providing our customers with the information they need to make these big decisions. Keep reading down below for all of the latest!
What does the Ram 1500 have for engines?
To really understand the kind of towing numbers that you stand to gain with the Ram 1500, we want to make sure you are aware of the different engines that are available to you with this truck. We first want to make note of the fact that all of these engines come with rear-wheel or four-wheel drive, along with an 8-speed automatic transmission. The standard engine is a 3.6-liter V6, which can offer you around 305 horsepower and 269 pound-feet of torque. Should you be looking for more power, consider choosing a 5.7-liter V8. This is an engine that provides you with 410 pound-feet of torque and 395 horsepower. But that isn't all! There is even a diesel engine option you can opt for. Here is the 3.0-liter turbocharged diesel V6, which can provide you with 480 pound-feet of torque and 260 horsepower. The very last engine that we are going to bring up with the Ram 1500 is the supercharged 6.2-liter V8. This engine outputs 650 lb-ft of torque and 702 hp.
What towing features can I find with the Ram 1500?
Once you have a better handle on the kind of engines that you will be choosing from, we want you to understand the features that Ram is adding that make the 1500 so perfect for your towing needs. One of the most important features that we are mentioning is trailer sway damping. This is a feature that works by controlling trailer movement through vehicle brakes that are constantly being adjusted so you can drive with more confidence than ever before. We also want to mention the Class IV trailer receiver hitch, providing you with more ability to tow the things that you need to be towed without any issues. Finally, we can't talk about towing features without mentioning trailer reverse steering control. Whenever you are reversing, you can use this system to get your trailer in the place where you want it to end up without any hiccups along the way.
How much can the Ram 1500 tow?
Knowing the engines and the features that you'll be getting helps to boost these towing numbers so you know you can rely on this truck no matter what. When you want to make use of the Ram 1500, you will be able to get a maximum number of around 12,750 pounds. That is an impressive showing from a full-size regular pickup truck without all of the additions that a heavy-duty model might provide. No matter what you need or where you are headed, this Ram 1500 can do it all.
Buy a Ram 1500 at Chrysler of Culpeper
At Chrysler of Culpeper, we have an impressive inventory of Ram 1500 models that we really hope you will consider buying. We can get you behind the wheel of one for a test drive, and our sales team can answer any questions you may have along the way. Are you ready for a truck that can exceed all expectations? Then it's time to stop by Chrysler of Culpeper and let us help you.
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Max payload/towing estimate ratings shown. Additional options, equipment, passengers, and cargo weight may affect payload/towing weights. See dealer for details.