2000 Dodge RAM 1500 Regular CAB towing capacity
The 2000 Dodge RAM 1500 Regular CAB is published in 2 configurations with a tow rating of 7,950 lb (full-size truck and SUV territory).
The table below lists every trim of the 2000 Dodge RAM 1500 Regular CAB 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short Bed | V8, 5.2 Liter | 230 | 300 | — | 7,950 | — | 4,099 | — |
| Long Bed | V8, 5.2 Liter | 230 | 300 | — | 7,950 | — | 4,298 | — |
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 1999
The 1999 Dodge RAM 1500 Regular CAB carried a maximum tow rating of 8,000 lb. The 2000 model is rated 50 lb lower — sometimes a real spec change, sometimes a re-test under a stricter standard like SAE J2807. See the 1999 Dodge RAM 1500 Regular CAB page for the full per-trim breakdown of the prior year.
Other 2000 Dodge models
The rest of Dodge's 2000 lineup, ranked by maximum tow rating. Click through for the per-trim breakdown of any of these.
| Model | Max tow (lb) |
|---|---|
| 2000 Dodge RAM 2500 | 14,150 |
| 2000 Dodge RAM 3500 Regular CAB | 14,100 |
| 2000 Dodge RAM 3500 | 13,900 |
| 2000 Dodge 3500 Ram Pickup 4x2 | 13,900 |
| 2000 Dodge RAM 2500 Regular CAB | 13,700 |
| 2000 Dodge 2500 Ram Pickup 4x4 | 13,700 |
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.