After building excitement about the introduction of a dieselpowered option for their popular ram 1500 lightduty pickup, in july, ram announced the ecodiesel towing ratings. May 12, 2015 what is the towing capacity for the ecodiesel. A good balance of passenger comfort and greater towing payload capacity. Towing capacity for the regular cab ram 1500 with 3.
Unsurprisingly, the rams diesel was significantly more efficient. First off, there are two important things that will affect the dodge ram 1500 towing capacity. Showing the 2015 ram 1500 tradesman 4x2 regular cab 140 in. Learn more about dodge ram pickup 3500 at the edmunds. Can i pull a travel trailer that is uvw 6,165, gwwr 7,896 and is 3511 long. Dec 15, 2016 the largest and the most powerful engine on the ram 1500 lineup is the 5. Dt espanol the manual the angle podcasts giveaways advertise with us. Summary of contents for dodge 2015 ram 1500 page 2 if you are the first registered retail owner of your vehicle, you may obtain a complimentary printed copy of the owners manual, navigationuconnect manuals or warranty booklet by calling 18667264636 u. The ram 1500 is the only lightduty truck available with a diesel engine.
Oct, 2014 were going to take a look at two of the ram 1500 engine options and shed a little more light on the relative merits and tradeoffs of each with a ram tough dilemma. And it has been a popular option with customers as about one in four ram. You mentioned 8k for your 3500, which is fairly heavy. The big horn model that i drove for a week sat roughly in the middle of. Need mpg information on the 2015 ram promaster 2500. Sign in today to view your complete owners manual plus video tutorials and other helpful resources to learn everything from setting the clock and checking the oil to replacing parts or what that light on your dashboard means. I take it you have bigger bumpers andor tool boxfuel tank, to be that heavy. The truck is equipped with state of the art technology that allows drivers to set the suspension to one of five height settings and air shocks automatically adjust to keep a load level. About 600 miles of towing were compared in each truck 601. I did some research and found that a 2015 ram 2500 with the cummins diesel has a payload about 2,996 lbs and a towing capacity of 17,600 lbs. Popular searches toyota camry ford f150 car appraiser tool subaru.
Registration is free, all we need is your birthday and email. The 2015 ram 1500, with its incredible towing capacity, is ready for anything sitting behind the wheel, you will be, too. It has way more than enough power for its rated capacity. However, for that amount of money, i was hoping for navigation, satellite radio. Rams payload numbers are fully competitive, the 3500s towing ability is. The ram pickup is a fullsize pickup truck manufactured by fca us llc formerly chrysler. If you are thinking about towing a trailer with a 2010 dodge ram 1500 quad cab 4wd then it is important to know what your tow capacity is for your ram 1500 quad cab 4wd. This is a truck that is conquesting in canada today, says howard elmer about the 2016 ram 1500 ecodiesel. Ive accidentally broke traction when starting from a stop, and have had no problem passing lines of vehicles on long inclines. In a 2wd, twodoor, longbed configuration, the new eco diesel will tow up to 9,200 lbs. The maximum towing capacity for the 2015 ram 1500 is between 9,000 and 10,500 lbs. Trailer weight rating std cab 8 box, 4x2 std cab 8 box, 4x4 transmission 1 payload and max trailer weights are estimated values.
Nov 14, 2015 2015 ram 1500 ecodiesel towing 7,000 lbs stones automotive group. If your owners manual does not state the trucks towing capacity there is a simple way to determine this using the information on the drivers door jamb plate or sticker. Im trying to add apple carplay to my 2014 ram 1500 big horn. It is early afternoon and you already have a full days work in, your workday begins with the rising sun and doesnt quit until the sunshine is gone. Trying to figure how much weight im able to pull and keep the towing within the 80% of max towing capacity has been very confusing. The 2015 ecodiesel remains rams most compelling truck, and is a strong. May 14, 2015 2015 ford f150 longterm road test more about the 2015 ford f150. One thing the 2015 ram 1500 regular cab ecodiesel isnt, though, is wimpy. From the moment you drive one, you know the 2015 ram 1500 is the. Nov 01, 2005 check out this hot rod hauler featuring the 2005 dodge ram 2500 heavy duty, regular cab truck with a cummins diesel engine inside diesel power magazine. Maximum 5th wheel towing capacity of 2015 ram 2500 laramie. Towing comparison with ram 1500 ecodiesel, part 2 2015 ford. A twowheel drive vehicle sends power to only two of the four wheels.
To arrange a test drive for the ram 1500, contact jackson dodge today. Used 2015 ram 1500 diesel pricing for sale edmunds. The towing capacity would be for the fullyloadedreadytotow condition of your trailer. The crew cab focuses more on passengers, which may increase your vehicles curb weight.
Get detailed information on the 2015 ram 2500 including specifications and data that includes dimensions, engine specs, warranty, standard features, options, and more. Visit and get the latest information, as well as detailed specs and features. Finally, we have the opportunity take this 2015 ram 1500 ecodiesel up the steep. Check out all media from dodge ram forum dodge truck forums.
In addition to engine size, axle ratio is another key component to. Towing and payload highlights engine auto trans axle ratio gcwr 4x2 4x4 4x2 4x4 4x2 4x4 4x2 4x4 4x2 4x4 3. There was more towing capacity in the v6 ram 1500 but we needed to upgrade the transmission to hold the truck and trailer when parked on. Detailed features and specs for the used 2015 ram 1500 big horn including fuel economy, transmission, warranty, engine type, cylinders, drivetrain and more. Towing weight capacities for 2015 ram 3500 with cummins diesel. My 2015 ram 1500 has the 8 speedhemi package with 3. Get to know the full capabilities of your vehicle and how to keep it running strong with your owners manual. Understanding towing capacities on lightduty ram 1500. If you are thinking about towing a trailer with a 2009 dodge ram 1500 crew cab 4wd then it is important to know what your tow capacity is for your ram 1500 crew cab 4wd. The 2015 ram heavy duty pickups boast the highest tow ratings.
This engine has a towing capacity ranging from 8,550 pounds 3. Although new in 2010 and refreshed for the 20, the 1500 is undeniably a ram. Nov 26, 20 mark your calendars folks, the 2014 ram 1500 eco diesel is the halfton truck in america sporting a small diesel engine. For some, the diesel engine wont be worth the cost, but for shoppers who want to combine towing capacity and fuel economy, there wont be another truck like it. The 6speed manual offers exceptional control when towing and hauling, and its availability for ram 25003500 clearly separates ram heavy duty from the contenders. Finally, we have the opportunity take this 2015 ram 1500.
The curb weight of a 4x2 vehicle is generally lighter than a comparable 4x4, which translates to slightly higher towing paylaod capability. The maximum towing capacity of the ram 1500 diesel, in its optimal towing configuration, remains at 9,200 pounds. The ram 1500, considered a halfton, can carry loads of stuff and can tow. The dodge ram 1500, like we mentioned earlier, is a work horse, thus we are not surprised at just how much and how well it can tow. Ram v6 gas and diesel use an 8speed automatic transmission, the v8 uses a. Locate the trucks gcwr gross combined weight rating and from this subtract its gvw gross vehicle weight. Towing comparison with ram 1500 ecodiesel, part 2 2015. I just checked the dodge website, 23,000lbs max combined weight when properly equipped. Towing capacity for the ecodiesel ecodiesel ram 1500 truck. Visit and get the latest information, as well as detailed specs and.
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