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2025 Ram 1500: How Strong is it Really?

How Much Can the 2025 Ram 1500 Tow?

You’ve probably heard all about the 2025 Ram 1500’s incredible strength; it’s one of Canada’s favourite trucks for a reason, with unbridled performance that’s been praised by publications like MotorTrend and Wards, and muscular pulling power like the 3.6 L Pentastar V6’s 8,100 lbs, the 3.0 L T6 High-Output Hurricane’s 10,740 lbs, and the 3.0 L Hurricane I6’s 11,560 lbs! What does that mean for drivers with a lot to move, though? It’s all very well to see the big numbers and feel appropriately impressed imagining what options they might offer, but what do they actually mean for your trailer and bulky work gear? Let’s explore what the 2025 Ram 1500 can do by showing off some of the things each engine can tow!

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2025 Ram 1500 Towing & Engine Specs

2025 Ram 1500: Trim Level Breakdown

2025 Ram 1500: Smart Features and Safety

Check Out the 2025 Ram 1500’s Powerful Engine Options

Three Rugged Powertrains

First things first, let’s get to know the 2025 Ram 1500’s powertrain options. As you can see, your choices range from the 305 horsepower 3.6 L Pentastar V6 with eTorque and its entry-level towing of 8,100 lbs, then steps things up significantly with the 420 horsepower 3.0 L Hurricane I6, and finally leaps to the 3.0 L T6 Hurricane High-Output engine with a whopping 540 horsepower!

2025 Ram 1500 Engine Options

Engine Type 3.6 L Pentastar V6 with eTorque 3.0 L Hurricane I6 3.0 L T6 Hurricane High-Output
Horsepower 305 420 540
Torque 

(lb.-ft)

269 + 90 lb.-ft of Launch Torque 469 521
Max Towing 

(kg / lb)

3,674 / 8,100 5,243 / 11,560 4,872 / 10,740
Max Payload

(kg / lb)

1,075 / 2,370 898 / 1,980 689 / 1,520
Standard On Tradesman, Big Horn Sport, Rebel, Laramie Limited, Limited Longhorn, Tungsten

What Can You Pull With the 2025 Ram 1500?

Now that we know the numbers, let’s get down to the fun part! Depending on your lifestyle, you likely have big pieces of equipment like campers and horse trailers that need pulling from A to B, so which powertrain can you rely on to shift your gear without breaking a sweat?

What Can You Tow With 8,100 lbs? 

Standard on the Tradesman and Big Horn trims, the 3.6 L Pentastar V6 with eTorque is no slouch, capable of pulling up to 8,100 lbs with a 2,370 lbs payload, which covers:

  • Small Utility Trailers
  • Pop-Up Campers

What Can You Tow with 10,740 lbs?

Next up is the 3.0 L T6 Hurricane High-Output Limited, found on the Longhorn and Tungsten trims. Equipped with 10,740 lbs of sheer towing might and a payload of 1,520 lbs, 

  • Mid-Sized Camper 
  • Large Utility Trailer for Construction Materials

What Can You Tow with 11,560 lbs?

Finally, the 3.0 L Hurricane I6 is the 2025 Ram 1500’s towing titan, with 11,560 lbs of towing power and a payload of 1,980 lbs, enabling your 2025 Ram 1500 Sport, Rebel, Laramie to tow:

  • Full-Sized Camper 
  • Tandem-Axle Utility Trailer
  • Single-Horse Trailer
  • Small Boat
  • Some Vehicles

Shop the 2025 Ram 1500 at Tarrabain Motor Products

The 2025 Ram 1500 is a certified powerhouse that enables drivers to enjoy a range of exciting activities like horse-riding, camping, and big DIY jobs. Want to see its potential first-hand? Shop the range today at Tarrabain Motor Products and book a test drive around Lac La Biche! We also carry a broad selection of new and used vehicles from Chevrolet, Dodge, and Jeep!