2024 Ram 1500 Towing Capacity

Max towing12,750lbs

The 2024 Ram 1500 can tow up to 12,750 lbs when properly equipped. Payload is up to 2,300 lbs.

Last year of the HEMI V8 before the 2025 switch to Hurricane engines. The 3.6L V6 and TRX are rated lower than the top figure.

Towing capacity by configuration

ConfigurationMax towingPayloadWhat you need to know
5.7L HEMI V8 eTorque12,750 lbsSee door stickerBest case, properly equipped; this is the lineup maximum Stellantis publishes

Can the 2024 1500 tow your trailer?

1 Your vehicle
2 What you want to tow

3 Add your payload (optional, more accurate)

Look for the yellow Tire and Loading Information sticker on the driver's door jamb. It says "The combined weight of occupants and cargo should never exceed" a number. That number is your payload.

What can the 2024 Ram 1500 tow?

Checked against the best-case rating of 12,750 lbs and typical loaded weights. Your configuration may be rated lower, so check it in the table above.

TrailerTypical loaded weightCan it tow it?
Jet ski on a single trailer1,250 lbsYes 10% of rating
Two jet skis on a double trailer2,450 lbsYes 19% of rating
16 to 18 ft aluminum fishing boat2,900 lbsYes 23% of rating
18 to 20 ft bass boat4,100 lbsYes 32% of rating
20 ft pontoon boat4,100 lbsYes 32% of rating
22 to 24 ft pontoon boat (two tubes)4,400 lbsYes 35% of rating
22 to 24 ft tritoon (three tubes)5,800 lbsYes 45% of rating
20 to 22 ft bowrider or deck boat4,300 lbsYes 34% of rating
24 to 26 ft wake boat8,000 lbsYes 63% of rating
Teardrop camper2,000 lbsYes 16% of rating
Pop-up camper2,500 lbsYes 20% of rating
Small travel trailer (under 20 ft)4,000 lbsYes 31% of rating
20 to 25 ft travel trailer5,800 lbsYes 45% of rating
26 to 30 ft travel trailer7,400 lbsYes 58% of rating
Travel trailer over 30 ft9,000 lbsYes 71% of rating
Airstream, 25 to 27 ft6,900 lbsYes 54% of rating
Small fifth wheel (26 to 30 ft)9,200 lbsYes 72% of rating
Large fifth wheel (35 to 43 ft)16,000 lbsNo 125% of rating
Loaded 5x8 enclosed cargo trailer2,200 lbsYes 17% of rating
Loaded 6x12 enclosed cargo trailer3,600 lbsYes 28% of rating
Utility trailer with a riding mower or ATV1,700 lbsYes 13% of rating
Car hauler with a mid-size car5,700 lbsYes 45% of rating
Two-horse trailer with two horses5,900 lbsYes 46% of rating

Common questions

What is the towing capacity of the 2024 Ram 1500?

The 2024 Ram 1500 is rated to tow up to 12,750 lbs, depending on configuration. Last year of the HEMI V8 before the 2025 switch to Hurricane engines. The 3.6L V6 and TRX are rated lower than the top figure.

How much payload does the 2024 Ram 1500 have?

Up to 2,300 lbs, depending on configuration. Trailer tongue weight counts against payload, along with passengers and cargo.

Can the 2024 Ram 1500 tow a 20 to 25 ft travel trailer?

Yes, with room to spare. 5,800 lbs is 45% of the 12,750 lb rating, under the 80% comfort line of 10,200 lbs. Typical loaded weight is about 5,800 lbs, but yours may differ.

Can the 2024 Ram 1500 tow a 20 ft pontoon boat?

Yes, with room to spare. 4,100 lbs is 32% of the 12,750 lb rating, under the 80% comfort line of 10,200 lbs. Typical loaded weight is about 4,100 lbs, but yours may differ.

How does the 2024 Ram 1500 compare to the 2023?

Both years have the same maximum rating of 12,750 lbs.

Sources

Last verified October 31, 2026. See a wrong number? Tell us.

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