2004 Dodge RAM 2500 towing capacity
The 2004 Dodge RAM 2500 is published in 12 configurations, with tow ratings ranging from 8,600 to 9,400 lb depending on cab, bed, drivetrain, and hitch class. The peak figure (9,400 lb) sits in full-size truck and SUV territory.
The table below lists every trim of the 2004 Dodge RAM 2500 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ST 4x2 Regular Cab 140.5 in. WB | — | — | — | — | 9,400 | 8,650 | 5,446 | 3,204 |
| SLT/Laramie 4x2 Regular Cab 140.5 in. WB | — | — | — | — | 9,400 | 8,650 | 5,452 | 3,198 |
| ST 4x2 Quad Cab 140.5 in. WB | — | — | — | — | 9,150 | 8,800 | 5,678 | 3,122 |
| SLT/Laramie 4x2 Quad Cab 140.5 in. WB | — | — | — | — | 9,150 | 8,800 | 5,692 | 3,108 |
| ST 4x2 Quad Cab 160.5 in. WB | — | — | — | — | 9,050 | 8,800 | 5,776 | 3,024 |
| SLT/Laramie 4x2 Quad Cab 160.5 in. WB | — | — | — | — | 9,050 | 8,800 | 5,804 | 2,996 |
| ST 4x4 Regular Cab 140.5 in. WB | — | — | — | — | 9,000 | 8,650 | 5,865 | 2,785 |
| SLT/Laramie 4x4 Regular Cab 140.5 in. WB | — | — | — | — | 8,950 | 8,650 | 5,881 | 2,769 |
| ST 4x4 Quad Cab 140.5 in. WB | — | — | — | — | 8,750 | 8,800 | 6,076 | 2,724 |
| SLT/Laramie 4x4 Quad Cab 140.5 in. WB | — | — | — | — | 8,750 | 8,800 | 6,109 | 2,691 |
| ST 4x4 Quad Cab 160.5 in. WB | — | — | — | — | 8,650 | 8,800 | 6,202 | 2,598 |
| SLT/Laramie 4x4 Quad Cab 160.5 in. WB | — | — | — | — | 8,600 | 8,800 | 6,248 | 2,552 |
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 2003
The 2003 Dodge RAM 2500 carried a maximum tow rating of 13,850 lb. The 2004 model is rated 4,450 lb lower — sometimes a real spec change, sometimes a re-test under a stricter standard like SAE J2807. See the 2003 Dodge RAM 2500 page for the full per-trim breakdown of the prior year.
Other 2004 Dodge models
The rest of Dodge's 2004 lineup, ranked by maximum tow rating. Click through for the per-trim breakdown of any of these.
| Model | Max tow (lb) |
|---|---|
| 2004 Dodge RAM 2500 Regular CAB | 17,100 |
| 2004 Dodge Ram HD 3500 Quad Cab 2WD SRW Short | 16,350 |
| 2004 Dodge Ram HD 3500 Reg. Cab 2WD DRW Long | 16,300 |
| 2004 Dodge Ram HD 3500 Quad Cab 2WD SRW Long | 16,300 |
| 2004 Dodge Ram HD 3500 Quad Cab 2WD DRW Long | 15,950 |
| 2004 Dodge Ram HD 3500 Quad Cab 4WD SRW Short | 15,950 |
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.