2027 Ram · Truck
One-ton pickup built for fifth-wheel loads
Starting MSRP*$49,340
The Ram 3500 is the one-ton member of Ram's heavy-duty pickup family, with leaf-spring rear suspension, single or dual rear wheels and the highest tow and payload ratings the brand sells in a pickup. The 6.4-liter HEMI V8 is standard, and the Cummins High-Output diesel is the choice for big gooseneck and fifth-wheel trailers. It is for buyers hauling heavy equipment or large campers every week.
The South take
The 3500 is where Southern farm and hauling work lands once the load outgrows a 2500. Max towing is 37,020 pounds with the Cummins High-Output diesel and 18,140 with the 6.4L HEMI, and payload peaks at 7,580 pounds on the gas truck (preliminary 2027 figures). Single or dual rear wheels are offered, and the anti-spin rear differential is standard on every trim, which helps when backing a loaded trailer up a wet pasture. The Max Tow package brings a larger 12.0-inch rear axle. Trims start at $49,340 for the Tradesman, with Limited and Longhorn at $76,805. Heavy-duty trucks carry no EPA fuel economy label, so budget generously for fuel on long hauls along I-20 or I-10.
With the diesel and the Max Tow setup, the 3500 is preliminarily rated to pull up to 37,020 pounds. The HEMI version tops out at 18,140 pounds. These are the largest numbers in Ram's pickup lineup, and they require the right axle, hitch and weight-distribution gear.
Counter-intuitively, the gas truck carries the most. Ram's preliminary maximum payload is 7,580 pounds with the 6.4-liter HEMI, versus 6,460 pounds with the Cummins diesel, because the diesel engine weighs more.
You can choose single rear wheels for easier daily driving and parking, or dual rear wheels for more stability under heavy loads. The 3500 also offers a supplemental air suspension option on its leaf-spring rear axle.
Regular Cab, Crew Cab and Mega Cab are offered. The Regular Cab and Crew Cab can be paired with a long 8-foot bed, while the Mega Cab comes with a 6-foot 4-inch box and four-wheel drive.
Higher trims can have the 14.5-inch Uconnect 5 touchscreen, a 10.25-inch passenger screen, a 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster and dual wireless phone charging. A digital rearview mirror with tow mode is optional. Limited and Longhorn come with 17-speaker Harman Kardon audio.
5 trim levels, listed from entry to top of the range, offered as Crew Cab, Mega Cab or Regular Cab.
From $52,960*
Also Regular Cab from $49,340
From $56,710*
Also Regular Cab from $53,090
From $64,795*
Also Mega Cab from $81,735
From $76,805*
Also Mega Cab from $94,035
From $76,805*
Also Mega Cab from $94,035
*Manufacturer's suggested retail price, excluding destination, taxes, title and fees. Prices change; confirm with a dealer.
Trims, prices, packages and colors for every model year on record, from the manufacturer's Build & Price data.
| Powertrain | Horsepower | Torque | Transmission | Drivetrain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6.4L HEMI V8Standard on every trim. Up to 18,140 lbs towing and 7,580 lbs payload (preliminary). 4x4 single-rear-wheel Regular Cab 8-foot and Crew Cab 6 ft 4 in trucks now reach an 11,440 lb GVWR, up 400 lbs. Regular fuel. | 405 hp | 429 lb-ft | TorqueFlite HD 8-speed automatic | 4x2 or 4x4 |
| 6.7L Cummins High-Output Turbo Diesel I6Optional on every trim. Up to 37,020 lbs towing and 6,460 lbs payload (preliminary). The Max Tow package uses a 12.0-inch rear axle. | 430 hp | 1075 lb-ft | TorqueFlite HD 8-speed automatic | 4x2 or 4x4 |
Photos courtesy of Stellantis. Equipment and colors vary by trim.
Look at payload and tow rating together. With the diesel, the 3500 is rated at up to 37,020 pounds of towing and 6,460 pounds of payload, against 20,000 and 3,990 for the 2500 (preliminary 2027 figures). A full load of cattle or a flatbed of round bales can overwhelm a 2500's payload before it reaches the tow rating. If your heaviest load is a horse trailer and some tack, a 2500 may be enough. Weigh a typical load before deciding.
For a large fifth-wheel, the diesel makes sense: it carries the top 37,020-pound tow rating and 6,460 pounds of payload, versus 18,140 and 7,580 with the HEMI (preliminary). The gas truck carries more in the bed but tows far less. Compare the camper's hitch weight with payload, since pin weight can rule out an otherwise capable rig. Neither engine has an EPA fuel economy label, so plan on a large fuel budget.
Ram's preliminary maximum is 37,020 pounds with the Cummins High-Output diesel, and 18,140 pounds with the 6.4-liter HEMI V8. Actual capacity varies by cab, wheel arrangement, axle and equipment. Heavier ratings require the Max Tow axle and gooseneck or fifth-wheel hardware.
The 3500 with the 6.4-liter HEMI is rated up to 7,580 pounds and the Cummins diesel up to 6,460 pounds (both preliminary). New for 2027, single-rear-wheel 4x4 trucks with the HEMI can reach an 11,440-pound GVWR, which adds roughly 400 pounds of payload.
ramtrucks.com lists the 2027 Ram 3500 from $49,340 for the Tradesman Regular Cab, before destination. Big Horn starts at $53,090, Laramie $64,795, and Limited and Longhorn $76,805. Mega Cab Laramie is $81,735 and Mega Cab Limited and Longhorn are $94,035. Dual rear wheels and the Cummins diesel add to these prices.
Yes in output. The Cummins HO makes 430 horsepower and 1,075 lb-ft, compared with 405 horsepower and 429 lb-ft for the 6.4-liter HEMI. The gas engine, though, delivers a higher payload number.
Yes. The 3500 can be ordered with single or dual rear wheels, depending on cab and bed. Dual rear wheels improve stability when carrying or pulling heavy loads.
A 3500 pickup has a factory bed and consumer-focused trims. The 3500 Chassis Cab comes without a bed so an upfitter can mount a flatbed, utility body or dump body, and it has higher GVWR options and a different frame setup. Chassis Cab is covered on its own page.
Sources: manufacturer specifications and press materials (13). Figures are manufacturer-published and subject to change.
