--- title: "Ram 1500 Towing Capacity and Specs" description: "How the Ram 1500 specs specification changed from 2012 to 2025, compared generation by generation. The Ram 1500 tows up to 12,750 lbs when properly equipped. Fuel tank 23 gallons. Curb weight, fuel economy, ground clearance and other key numbers for the Ram 1500, by engine and drivetrain." url: "https://whichcarparts.com/cars/ram/1500/specs" updated: "2026-08-20" --- # Ram 1500 Towing Capacity and Key Specifications The specification is not the same across every year we cover, the table below shows exactly where it changes. ## Has the Ram 1500 specs specification changed by year? | Model years | Max towing | Fuel tank | Curb weight | EPA mpg | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | [2019-2025](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/ram/1500/2019-2025/specs) | 12,750 lbs | 23 gal | 5,230 lbs | 20 city / 25 hwy (3.6L eTorque 4x2); 18/23 (5.7L eTorque 4x2); 22/32 (EcoDiesel 4x2); 10/14 (TRX); 2025: 18/25 (Hurricane SO 4x2), 15/21 (HO 4x4). 26- or 33-gal tank optional (23 std). Max tow 12,750 lb (5.7L eTorque, properly equipped); 11,550 lb (2025 Hurricane SO). | | [2012-2018](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/ram/1500/2012-2018/specs) | 10,650 lbs | 26 gal | 5,100 lbs | 17 city / 25 hwy (3.6L 4x2); 15/22 (5.7L 4x2, 8-spd); 20/27 (EcoDiesel 4x2). 4x4 subtract ~1 mpg. 32-gal fuel tank optional (26 std, 23 on some short boxes). | ## Full specifications by generation The specs on a Ram 1500 is set by its generation, not its model year, so each generation has one page carrying the complete figures, part numbers and fitment notes for every year it covers. - [2019-2025 Ram 1500 Specs](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/ram/1500/2019-2025/specs) - [2012-2018 Ram 1500 Specs](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/ram/1500/2012-2018/specs) ## Ram 1500 specs: common questions ### How much can a Ram 1500 tow? Up to 12,750 lbs when properly equipped. That is a maximum for the best-configured version, engine, axle ratio, cab and bed configuration, and towing package all move the real number down, and the door-jamb placard plus the towing guide for your exact build is what governs. ### How big is the fuel tank on a Ram 1500? 23 gallons. ### What does a Ram 1500 weigh? About 5,230 lbs at the curb, before passengers and cargo. ### What gas mileage does a Ram 1500 get? 20 city / 25 hwy (3.6L eTorque 4x2); 18/23 (5.7L eTorque 4x2); 22/32 (EcoDiesel 4x2); 10/14 (TRX); 2025: 18/25 (Hurricane SO 4x2), 15/21 (HO 4x4). 26- or 33-gal tank optional (23 std). Max tow 12,750 lb (5.7L eTorque, properly equipped); 11,550 lb (2025 Hurricane SO). on the EPA cycle. ## Sources - [FCA media, 2021 Ram 1500 TRX specifications](https://s3.amazonaws.com/chryslermedia.iconicweb.com/mediasite/specs/2021_RAM_1500_TRX_Specificationsncds40e91jnt64taolkbbpi9eq.pdf) - [NHTSA recall 22V-904, tailgate striker (Part 573 report, FCA ZB8)](https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2022/RCLRPT-22V904-2829.PDF) - [FCA Safety Recall V17 / NHTSA 19V-142, 48-volt ground cable fastener (oemdtc)](https://chrysler.oemdtc.com/1318/safety-recall-v17-nhtsa-19v-142-48-volt-ground-cable-fastener-2019-ram-1500/) - [Diesel Hub, 3.0L EcoDiesel oil change guide (gen-3: 8.5 qt, 68507598AA)](https://www.dieselhub.com/maintenance/ecodiesel-oil-change-guide.html) - [fueleconomy.gov, 2022 Ram 1500 EPA ratings](https://www.fueleconomy.gov/feg/bymodel/2022_Ram_1500.shtml) - [fueleconomy.gov, 2025 Ram 1500 EPA ratings (Hurricane SO/HO)](https://www.fueleconomy.gov/feg/bymodel/2025_Ram_1500.shtml) - [SD Wheel, 5th-gen Ram 1500 fitment guide (6x139.7, 130 ft-lb)](https://www.sdwheel.com/blogs/1278/5th-gen-ram-fitment-guide) - [Mopar eStore, 68414387AA DT engine air filter](https://www.moparoriginalparts.com/part-ymm/2024-ram-1500-dt-engine-air-filter.html) - [Mopar eStore, 53011248AB TRX 6.2L air filter](https://store.mopar.com/oem-parts/mopar-air-filter-53011248ab) - [Mopar eStore, 68683357AA Hurricane HO oil filter (supersedes 68466307AB)](https://store.mopar.com/oem-parts/mopar-engine-oil-filter-68683357aa) - [Interstate Batteries, Ram 1500 H7/94R fitment](https://www.interstatebatteries.com/vehicle/dodge/dodge-ram-1500) - [Mopar owner info, oil life reset procedure (accelerator method)](https://vehicleinfo.mopar.com/assets/publications/en-us/Ram/2022/2500_3500/om_html/GUID-129DF5D9-F994-45FC-9B5E-504D7FE75BC6.html) - [Blauparts, Ram 1500 TRX 0W-40 (MS-12633) oil change kit](https://www.blauparts.com/ram-1500-trx-oil-change-kit-62l-v8-0w40-ravenol.html) ## Find your exact 1500 - [2025](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/ram/1500/2025) - [2024](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/ram/1500/2024) - [2023](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/ram/1500/2023) - [2022](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/ram/1500/2022) - [2021](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/ram/1500/2021) - [2020](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/ram/1500/2020) - [2019](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/ram/1500/2019) - [2018](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/ram/1500/2018) - [2017](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/ram/1500/2017) - [2016](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/ram/1500/2016) - [2015](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/ram/1500/2015) - [2014](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/ram/1500/2014) - [2013](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/ram/1500/2013) - [2012](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/ram/1500/2012) More Ram 1500 guides: - [Oil & filter](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/ram/1500/oil) - [Battery](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/ram/1500/battery) - [Tires & wheels](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/ram/1500/tires) - [Wiper blades](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/ram/1500/wipers) - [Air & cabin filters](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/ram/1500/filters) - [Bulbs](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/ram/1500/bulbs) - [Brakes](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/ram/1500/brakes) - [Fluids](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/ram/1500/fluids) - [Service schedule](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/ram/1500/service-schedule) - [Problems & reliability](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/ram/1500/common-problems) - [Oil light reset](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/ram/1500/oil-reset) - [Key fob battery](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/ram/1500/key-fob-battery) Specifications vary with engine option, production date, and market.