2002 Dodge Ram 3500 2WD towing capacity
The 2002 Dodge Ram 3500 2WD is published in 3 configurations, with tow ratings ranging from 9,450 to 15,150 lb depending on cab, bed, drivetrain, and hitch class. The peak figure (15,150 lb) sits in serious heavy-duty pickup territory.
The table below lists every trim of the 2002 Dodge Ram 3500 2WD 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5.9L V-8 | 5.9L V-8 | — | — | — | 9,450 | — | — | — |
| 5.9L I-6 Turbodiesel | 5.9L I-6 Turbodiesel | — | — | — | 15,150 | — | — | — |
| 8.0L V-10 | 8.0L V-10 | — | — | — | 13,100 | — | — | — |
How to interpret the headline tow figure
Ratings in this range are typically achievable with a weight-distributing hitch and the appropriate tow package. The conventional bumper-pull rating without weight distribution will be lower than the headline figure shown here — usually 5,000 to 8,000 lb. Confirm the hitch class on your vehicle's door-jamb sticker before towing at the upper end.
Other 2002 Dodge models
The rest of Dodge's 2002 lineup, ranked by maximum tow rating. Click through for the per-trim breakdown of any of these.
| Model | Max tow (lb) |
|---|---|
| 2002 Dodge RAM 3500 | 15,150 |
| 2002 Dodge Ram 3500 4WD | 14,700 |
| 2002 Dodge Ram 3500 2WD Quad Cab | 14,700 |
| 2002 Dodge Ram 3500 4WD Quad Cab | 14,300 |
| 2002 Dodge RAM 2500 Regular CAB | 14,150 |
| 2002 Dodge RAM 2500 | 14,100 |
Notes
- Requires automatic transmission.
- Requires 3.55:1 axle ratio.
- Requires automatic transmission.
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.