1999 Dodge RAM VAN 1500 towing capacity
The 1999 Dodge RAM VAN 1500 is published in 5 configurations, with tow ratings ranging from 6,100 to 6,800 lb depending on cab, bed, drivetrain, and hitch class. The peak figure (6,800 lb) sits in mid-size SUV / pickup territory.
The table below lists every trim of the 1999 Dodge RAM VAN 1500 with the engine, drivetrain, axle ratio, horsepower, torque, GVWR, curb weight, and payload that go with that trim's headline tow rating. Manufacturers often publish more than one tow figure per truck — a conventional bumper-hitch rating, a weight-distributing rating, and a gooseneck or fifth-wheel rating — so the highest number here is the maximum across all hitch classes the source carries for the trim.
Per-trim breakdown
| Configuration | Engine | HP | Torque | Axle | Tow (lb) | GVWR | Curb | Payload |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Conversion Cargo Van 109 in. WB | — | 175 | 230 | — | 6,600 | 7,000 | — | — |
| Commercial Cargo Van 109 in. WB | — | 175 | 230 | — | 6,600 | 6,600 | — | — |
| Commercial Cargo Van 127 in. WB | — | 175 | 230 | — | 6,800 | 6,600 | — | — |
| Commercial Extended Cargo Van 127 in. WB | — | 175 | 230 | — | 6,800 | 6,600 | — | — |
| Conversion Cargo Van 127 in. WB | — | 230 | 300 | — | 6,100 | 6,600 | — | — |
How to interpret the headline tow figure
Tow ratings at this level are normally achievable with a conventional Class II or Class III receiver hitch. Always verify your vehicle has the manufacturer's tow package installed if you intend to tow at the upper end of the rating, and inspect the door-jamb sticker for the actual maximum permitted on your specific configuration.
How this year compares to 1998
The 1998 Dodge RAM VAN 1500 carried a maximum tow rating of 6,300 lb. The 1999 model adds 500 lb on top of that — usually a sign the manufacturer added a tow package option, refreshed the powertrain, or revised hitch class certification. See the 1998 Dodge RAM VAN 1500 page for the full per-trim breakdown of the prior year.
Other 1999 Dodge models
The rest of Dodge's 1999 lineup, ranked by maximum tow rating. Click through for the per-trim breakdown of any of these.
| Model | Max tow (lb) |
|---|---|
| 1999 Dodge 2500 Pickup 4x2 | 14,300 |
| 1999 Dodge 2500 Pickup 4x2 Club Cab | 14,000 |
| 1999 Dodge 3500 Pickup 4x2 | 14,000 |
| 1999 Dodge RAM 2500 Club CAB | 13,900 |
| 1999 Dodge RAM 2500 Quad CAB | 13,900 |
| 1999 Dodge RAM 2500 Regular CAB | 13,900 |
All figures sourced from manufacturer documentation. See our methodology for how the dataset is compiled. Always confirm against your vehicle's door-jamb sticker before towing.