2025 Ram 1500 Crew Cab 6'4" Bed 4x4 with 3.0L I6 Twin Turbo Hurricane SO / A8 8HP75, 3.92 Axle Ratio
⚠ Pending verification
Figures were extracted from the source below and are pending confirmation against the OEM towing guide.
Source: OEM towing guide — [PDF] Ram 1500 - PAYLOAD & TOWING WEIGHT CAPACITIES · retrieved 2026-07-02
Max Towing Capacity
11,570
lbs / 5,248 kg
Engine Variants
3 variants
Trim Notes
Maximum 11,570 lb towing requires 3.0L I6 Twin Turbo Hurricane Standard Output (SO) engine, 3.92 axle ratio, GCWR 17,000 lb. The document shows 11,550–11,570 lb across Quad Cab 6'4", Crew Cab 5'7", and Crew Cab 6'4" configurations at this axle ratio; peak figure of 11,570 lb is achieved in the Quad Cab 6'4" 4x2 configuration per the table. The H/O engine achieves only up to 9,920 lb (Limited Crew Cab 6'4" 4x4). Marketing headline states '11,570 lb max towing' for the SO engine.
⚠ Important
Peak 11,570 lb: 3.0L I6 Twin Turbo Hurricane (SO), 3.92 axle ratio, Quad Cab 6'4" Bed or Crew Cab configurations, conventional hitch (conventional ball hitch). Next-highest 11,550 lb: 3.0L I6 Twin Turbo Hurricane (SO), 3.92 axle ratio, Quad Cab 6'4" Bed 4x2, conventional hitch.
◆ Gear you may need
Always confirm against your door-jamb sticker & OEM towing guide before hauling. Ratings vary by exact configuration.
Different configuration? Look it up
The 11,570 lbs figure above is the properly-equipped maximum for this model year. For a specific trim, engine, or drivetrain, run your exact setup through the live tool:
Prose overview
The 2025 Ram 1500 carries a maximum towing capacity of 11,570 lbs when properly equipped, paired with a Class V hitch. As with every truck and SUV, the rating swings by engine, drivetrain, cab and bed configuration, and rear axle ratio — so two 2025 Ram 1500s on the same lot can be rated thousands of pounds apart. Match your trailer to the lowestrelevant limit (towing capacity, payload, GCWR, and hitch rating), and verify against the sticker inside the driver's-side door jamb.
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2025 Ram 1500 towing FAQ
What is the maximum towing capacity of a 2025 Ram 1500?
A properly equipped 2025 Ram 1500 is rated to tow up to 11,570 lbs. This maximum applies only to specific engine, axle, and tow-package combinations — most trims tow less.
What hitch class does the 2025 Ram 1500 need?
Based on its rated capacity, the 2025 Ram 1500 typically pairs with a Class V hitch. Always match the hitch to your loaded trailer weight and never exceed the vehicle's rated capacity.
Do I need a brake controller to tow with a 2025 Ram 1500?
Most states require trailer brakes — and a brake controller — for trailers over 3,000 lbs loaded. A brake controller syncs the trailer's brakes with the vehicle's for safe, controlled stops.
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