2022 Ram 1500 Towing Capacity & Payload

The 2022 Ram 1500 can tow a maximum of 12,750 pounds when properly equipped.

Quick Answer

• Max Towing Capacity: 12,750 lbs
• Max Payload: 2,300 lbs
• Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR): 6,900-7,100 lbs (varies by configuration)
• Gross Combined Weight Rating (GCWR): Up to 18,100 lbs (varies by configuration)
• Curb Weight: 4,775 to 5,502 lbs (varies by configuration)
• Hitch Class: Class IV or Class V receiver, depending on configuration and package. Maximum tongue weight is typically 10-15% of the trailer's loaded weight.

Tow Ratings by Engine & Trim

The 2022 Ram 1500's towing capacity varies significantly based on engine, drivetrain, and specific configuration. All Ram 1500 towing capacities are rated to the SAE J2807 standard, ensuring consistent and comparable ratings across manufacturers.

Note: These are maximum ratings for specific configurations. Towing and payload capacities can be affected by options, passengers, and cargo in the truck. Always refer to the specific vehicle's door jamb sticker for exact ratings.

Tow Package Contents

To achieve the maximum towing capabilities, the 2022 Ram 1500 offers several towing-related features and packages. Key components often include:

• Trailer Tow Group: This package typically includes features like a Class IV or Class V receiver hitch, a 7-pin wiring harness, and sometimes an upgraded engine cooling system.
• Integrated Trailer Brake Controller: This factory-installed system allows for seamless and adjustable control of electric trailer brakes, providing smoother and safer stopping power.
• Trailer Sway Control (TSC): An electronic stability control feature that helps mitigate trailer sway by applying brake pressure to individual wheels and/or reducing engine power.
• Transmission Oil Cooler: Essential for heavy towing, this helps maintain optimal transmission fluid temperatures, protecting the transmission from excessive wear.
• 7-Pin and 4-Pin Wiring Harness: Provides necessary electrical connections for trailer lights, turn signals, brake lights, and sometimes auxiliary power for charging trailer batteries.
• Towing Mirrors: Often available as an option, these larger mirrors provide an extended field of view for better visibility of the trailer.

5th-Wheel & Gooseneck Towing

The 2022 Ram 1500 is a light-duty truck and is generally not designed or rated for 5th-wheel or gooseneck towing. These types of trailers typically require the higher payload and frame strength of a heavy-duty truck (Ram 2500/3500 series). Attempting to tow a 5th-wheel or gooseneck trailer with a Ram 1500 can exceed its Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) and potentially damage the vehicle or create an unsafe towing condition.

Weight Distribution & WDH Requirements

For trailers exceeding a certain weight (typically 5,000 lbs, but always check your owner's manual and hitch receiver sticker), a weight-distributing hitch (WDH) is generally required or highly recommended. A WDH helps to distribute the trailer