1999 Dodge RAM VAN 3500 towing capacity
The 1999 Dodge RAM VAN 3500 is published in 4 configurations, with tow ratings ranging from 8,600 to 8,800 lb depending on cab, bed, drivetrain, and hitch class. The peak figure (8,800 lb) sits in full-size truck and SUV territory.
The table below lists every trim of the 1999 Dodge RAM VAN 3500 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 127 in. WB | — | — | — | — | 8,800 | — | — | — |
| Commercial Cargo Van 127 in. WB | — | — | — | — | 8,600 | — | — | — |
| Commercial Maxi Extended Cargo Van 127 in. WB | — | — | — | — | 8,600 | — | — | — |
| Conversion Maxi Cargo Van 127 in. WB | — | — | — | — | 8,600 | — | — | — |
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 3500 carried a maximum tow rating of 9,000 lb. The 1999 model is rated 200 lb lower — sometimes a real spec change, sometimes a re-test under a stricter standard like SAE J2807. See the 1998 Dodge RAM VAN 3500 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.