How much can the 2021 Ram 3500 tow?

2021 Ram 3500 Towing and Payload Specs

The 2021 Ram 3500 is one tough truck. But not every model has the same capabilities. Today, we’ll show the trims and their corresponding configurations for maximum towing and payload. Both the 4×2 and 4×4 version are listed below.

The models and their specific configurations capable of max towing and max payload are show below. They are listed in the following format:

[trim and engine]
- [cab type] | [box length] | [transmission] | [drivetrain] | [axle ratio]

With that out of the way, here’s how much the 2021 Ram 3500 can tow and haul.

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Max Towing Capacity

The 2021 Ram 3500 can pull up to 37,100lbs in a 4×2 configuration and up to 34,660lbs in a 4×4 configuration. The vehicles capable of those numbers are as follows:

37,100lbs Towing – 4×2 Drivetrain

Tradesman 6.7L Cummins HO Turbo Diesel
- Reg | 8’ | Auto | 4×2 | 4.10
Big Horn 6.7L Cummins HO Turbo Diesel
- Reg | 8’ | Auto | 4×2 | 4.10
Lone Star 6.7L Cummins HO Turbo Diesel
- Reg | 8’ | Auto | 4×2 | 4.10

34,660lbs Towing – 4×4 Drivetrain

Tradesman 6.7L Cummins HO Turbo Diesel
- Reg | 8’ | Auto | 4×4 | 4.10
Big Horn 6.7L Cummins HO Turbo Diesel
- Reg | 8’ | Auto | 4×4| 4.10
Lone Star 6.7L Cummins HO Turbo Diesel
- Reg | 8’ | Auto | 4×4 | 4.10

Max Payload Capacity

The 2021 Ram 3500 has a max payload of 7,680lbs in a 4×2 configuration and 7,230lbs in a 4×4 configuration. The vehicles capable of those numbers are as follows:

7,680lbs Payload – 4×2 Drivetrain

Tradesman 6.4L V8 Heavy Duty HEMI MDS
- Reg | 8’ | Auto | 4×2 | 4.10
Big Horn 6.4L V8 Heavy Duty HEMI MDS
- Reg | 8’ | Auto | 4×2 | 4.10
Lone Star 6.4L V8 Heavy Duty HEMI MDS
- Reg | 8’ | Auto | 4×2 | 4.10

7,230lbs Payload – 4×4 Drivetrain

Tradesman 6.4L V8 Heavy Duty HEMI MDS
- Reg | 8’ | Auto | 4×4 | 4.10
Big Horn 6.4L V8 Heavy Duty HEMI MDS
- Reg | 8’ | Auto | 4×4 | 4.10
Lone Star 6.4L V8 Heavy Duty HEMI MDS
- Reg | 8’ | Auto | 4×4 | 4.10

Want a Ram 3500 in a Different Trim?

To see the towing capacity and payload for the exact 2021 Ram 3500 configuration you want, visit the official Ram towing guide. Juneks can custom order that configuration for you at a guaranteed price. Just give us a call!