2027 Ram 3500 Towing Capacity, Cummins vs HEMI

The 2027 Ram 3500 starts at $48,675 MSRP and can tow up to 36,610 pounds when properly equipped with the available High Output 6.7L Cummins Turbo Diesel. The diesel produces 430 horsepower and 1,075 lb ft of torque. Buyers who choose the 6.4L HEMI V8 get 405 horsepower, 429 lb ft of torque and up to 18,140 pounds of maximum available towing.

2027 Ram 3500 Cummins vs HEMI Specs

The Cummins and HEMI serve very different buyers. The diesel is the choice for someone pushing toward the top end of the Ram 3500’s towing capability. The gas engine gives up substantial trailer capacity but offers the truck’s highest published payload figure.

How Much Can the 2027 Ram 3500 Cummins Tow?

The 2027 Ram 3500 can tow up to 36,610 pounds with the High Output Cummins when properly equipped. That level of capability is designed for buyers moving serious trailer weight, including large fifth wheels and heavy equipment.

The Cummins produces 1,075 lb ft of torque, which is where much of its advantage comes from. Heavy trailers place very different demands on a truck than ordinary commuting or occasional light towing.

Is More Torque Important for Heavy Towing?

For large trailers, torque matters because the truck has to get significant weight moving and continue pulling it under load. The Cummins produces more than twice the torque of the HEMI, 1,075 lb ft compared with 429 lb ft.

When Does the HEMI V8 Make More Sense?

The HEMI is not simply a lesser version of the diesel. Its strengths are different. The 6.4L V8 produces 405 horsepower and can tow up to 18,140 pounds when properly equipped, which is still substantial capability.

More importantly for some buyers, the gas configuration can reach a maximum available payload of 7,590 pounds. If the job puts more weight in the bed than behind the hitch, that number deserves attention.

Which Ram 3500 Has the Highest Payload?

The HEMI powered Ram 3500 carries the highest published maximum payload figure at 7,590 pounds when properly equipped. The Cummins configuration reaches up to 6,460 pounds.

Single Rear Wheel vs Dual Rear Wheel Ram 3500

Engine choice is only part of configuring a heavy duty truck. Ram offers the 3500 with single rear wheels or dual rear wheels, and that decision affects how the truck behaves under load.

A single rear wheel truck can be easier to maneuver and live with every day. A dual rear wheel configuration is aimed more directly at drivers who prioritize stability and heavy towing or hauling capability.

2027 Ram 3500 Questions Answered

How much does the 2027 Ram 3500 cost?

The 2027 Ram 3500 starts at $48,675 MSRP. Final pricing varies by trim, cab, drivetrain, bed, engine, rear wheel configuration and equipment.

What engines are available in the 2027 Ram 3500?

The 2027 Ram 3500 offers the 6.4L HEMI V8 and available High Output 6.7L Cummins Turbo Diesel I6.

How much horsepower does the 2027 Ram 3500 Cummins have?

The High Output Cummins produces 430 horsepower.

How much torque does the 2027 Ram 3500 Cummins produce?

The High Output Cummins produces 1,075 lb ft of torque.

How much can the 2027 Ram 3500 tow?

The maximum available towing capacity is 36,610 pounds when properly equipped with the Cummins diesel.

How much can the HEMI Ram 3500 tow?

The 6.4L HEMI V8 can tow up to 18,140 pounds when properly equipped.

What is the maximum payload of the Ram 3500?

The highest published maximum payload is 7,590 pounds with a properly equipped gas configuration.

Which engine is better for maximum towing?

The Cummins is the stronger choice for maximum towing. Its 36,610 pound maximum is nearly double the HEMI’s 18,140 pound figure.

Which engine is better for maximum payload?

The HEMI configuration has the higher published maximum payload at 7,590 pounds.

Can the 2027 Ram 3500 have dual rear wheels?

Yes. Ram offers the 3500 in both single rear wheel and dual rear wheel configurations.

Research the 2027 Ram 3500 Near Salt Lake City

Utah shoppers can see pricing, trim information, capability and local shopping information in our 2027 Ram 3500 near Salt Lake City guide.

You can also browse current Ram 3500 inventory at Murdock Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram of Bountiful.

MSRP means Manufacturer Suggested Retail Price. The 2027 Ram 3500 starts at $48,675 MSRP. MSRP excludes destination, taxes, title, registration, dealer fees, optional equipment and other applicable charges unless otherwise stated. Pricing, specifications and availability are subject to change. Maximum horsepower, torque, towing and payload require proper equipment and vary by truck configuration, options, passengers and cargo. Contact Murdock Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram of Bountiful for current pricing and specifications.