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Find 2016 RAM 1500 towing capacity information by trim and configuration.

Trims

TrimEngineDrivetrainAxle RatioTowing CapacityShop
5 FT 7 IN Crew Cab3.0L V6 Turbo Diesel4WD
7,610 lbsShop >
5 FT 7 IN Crew Cab5.7L V84WD
8,010 lbsShop >
5 FT 7 IN Crew CabRegular Unleaded V-6 3.6 L/2204WD
4,170 lbsShop >
6 FT 4 IN Crew Cab3.0L V6 Turbo Diesel4WD
7,540 lbsShop >
6 FT 4 IN Crew Cab5.7L V84X2
6,730 lbsShop >
6 FT 4 IN Crew Cab5.7L V94X2
8,780 lbsShop >
6 FT 4 IN Crew Cab5.7L V104X2
10,330 lbsShop >
6 FT 4 IN Crew Cab5.7L V114X2
8,080 lbsShop >
6 FT 4 IN Crew Cab5.7L V124X2
10,230 lbsShop >
6 FT 4 IN Crew Cab5.7L V134WD
8,540 lbsShop >
6 FT 4 IN Crew Cab5.7L V144WD
10,090 lbsShop >
6 FT 4 IN Crew Cab5.7L V154WD
7,780 lbsShop >
6 FT 4 IN Crew Cab5.7L V164WD
9,830 lbsShop >
Quad Cab3.0L V6 Turbo Diesel4WD
7,750 lbsShop >
Quad Cab5.7L V84WD
8,050 lbsShop >
Quad CabRegular Unleaded V-6 3.6 L/2204WD
4,410 lbsShop >
Regular Cab Long Bed3.0L V6 Turbo Diesel4WD
8,030 lbsShop >
Regular Cab Long Bed5.7L V84WD
8,260 lbsShop >
Regular Cab Short Bed5.7L V84WD
8,420 lbsShop >
Regular Cab Long BedRegular Unleaded V-6 3.6 L/2204WD
4,580 lbsShop >
Regular Cab Short BedRegular Unleaded V-6 3.6 L/2204WD
4,760 lbsShop >

Related Glossary Terms

GVWR

Gross Vehicle Weight Rating, or GVWR, is the maximum allowable weight of an RV including cargo, fluids, and passengers. Staying within GVWR is essential for safe handling, braking, and compliance.

GCWR

Gross Combined Weight Rating, or GCWR, is the maximum total allowable weight of a tow vehicle plus the RV or trailer it is pulling. It is one of the most important towing specifications to understand before buying or towing an RV.

Payload Capacity

Payload capacity is the maximum combined weight of cargo, passengers, fluids, and gear that a vehicle or RV can safely carry. It is an important figure for both tow vehicles and RVs.

Dry Weight

Dry weight is the weight of an RV without cargo, fluids, propane, or passengers. It is often used as a starting point when estimating towing requirements.

Tongue Weight

Tongue weight is the downward force a trailer places on the hitch of the tow vehicle. Proper tongue weight is critical for towing stability, steering control, and safety.

Hitch Weight

Hitch weight is the amount of weight a trailer places on the hitch of the tow vehicle. It is closely related to tongue weight and helps determine whether a towing setup is safe.

Curb Weight

Curb weight is the weight of a vehicle with standard equipment and fuel but without passengers or cargo. It is often used when evaluating tow vehicle and payload calculations.

Weight Distribution Hitch

A weight distribution hitch helps spread trailer weight more evenly across the tow vehicle and trailer axles. It improves towing stability, braking, and overall handling.

Frequently asked questions

Top configurations in this dataset: 1. Regular Cab Long Bed, 5.7L V8, 4X2, axle 3.92 (10,640 lbs) 2. Quad Cab, 5.7L V8, 4X2, axle 3.92 (10,390 lbs) 3. 5 FT 7 IN Crew Cab, 5.7L V8, 4X2, axle 3.92 (10,360 lbs) 4. 6 FT 4 IN Crew Cab, 5.7L V10, 4X2, axle 3.92 (10,330 lbs) 5. Regular Cab Short Bed, 5.7L V8, 4X2, axle 3.92 (9,200 lbs)

By highest conventional towing rating in this dataset: 1. 3.92 (up to 10,640 lbs) 2. 3.55 (up to 9,090 lbs) 3. 3.21 (up to 8,610 lbs) Always confirm your exact configuration from the manufacturer documentation and door-sticker ratings.

Fifth-wheel towing capacity is not published for these configurations yet. Fifth-wheel limits can differ from conventional towing ratings.

Gooseneck towing capacity is not published for these configurations yet. Gooseneck limits can differ from both fifth-wheel and conventional towing values.