2006 Dodge RAM 2500 towing capacity
The 2006 Dodge RAM 2500 is published in 22 configurations, with tow ratings ranging from 8,250 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 2006 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 | 5,467 | 3,183 |
| SLT/Sport 4x2 Regular Cab 140.5 in. WB | — | — | — | — | 9,350 | 8,650 | 5,505 | 3,145 |
| Laramie 4x2 Regular Cab 140.5 in. WB | — | — | — | — | 9,350 | 8,650 | 5,522 | 3,128 |
| ST 4x2 Quad Cab 140.5 in. WB | — | — | — | — | 9,050 | 8,800 | 5,784 | 3,016 |
| SLT/Sport 4x2 Quad Cab 140.5 in. WB | — | — | — | — | 9,000 | 8,800 | 5,843 | 2,957 |
| Laramie 4x2 Quad Cab 140.5 in. WB | — | — | — | — | 8,900 | 8,800 | 5,941 | 2,859 |
| ST 4x2 Quad Cab 160.5 in. WB | — | — | — | — | 9,000 | 8,800 | 5,828 | 2,972 |
| SLT/Sport 4x2 Quad Cab 160.5 in. WB | — | — | — | — | 8,950 | 8,800 | 5,900 | 2,900 |
| Laramie 4x2 Quad Cab 160.5 in. WB | — | — | — | — | 8,850 | 8,800 | 5,998 | 2,802 |
| ST 4x4 Regular Cab 140.5 in. WB | — | — | — | — | 8,950 | 8,650 | 5,882 | 2,768 |
| SLT/TRX4 Off Road/Sport/Power Wagon 4x4 Regular Cab 140.5 in. WB | — | — | — | — | 8,800 | 8,650 | 6,055 | 2,595 |
| Laramie 4x4 Regular Cab 140.5 in. WB | — | — | — | — | 8,900 | 8,650 | 5,959 | 2,691 |
| ST 4x4 Quad Cab 140.5 in. WB | — | — | — | — | 8,650 | 8,800 | 6,217 | 2,583 |
| SLT/TRX4 Off Road/Sport/Power Wagon 4x4 Quad Cab 140.5 in. WB | — | — | — | — | 8,550 | 8,800 | 6,298 | 2,502 |
| Laramie 4x4 Quad Cab 140.5 in. WB | — | — | — | — | 8,450 | 8,800 | 6,390 | 2,410 |
| ST 4x4 Quad Cab 160.5 in. WB | — | — | — | — | 8,600 | 8,800 | 6,274 | 2,526 |
| SLT/Sport 4x4 Quad Cab 160.5 in. WB | — | — | — | — | 8,400 | 8,800 | 6,436 | 2,364 |
| Laramie 4x4 Quad Cab 160.5 in. WB | — | — | — | — | 8,400 | 8,800 | 6,457 | 2,343 |
| SLT 4x2 Mega Cab 160.5 in. WB SRW | — | — | — | — | 8,700 | 8,800 | 6,147 | 2,653 |
| Laramie 4x2 Mega Cab 160.5 in. WB SRW | — | — | — | — | 8,700 | 8,800 | 6,163 | 2,637 |
| SLT 4x4 Mega Cab 160.5 in. WB SRW | — | — | — | — | 8,250 | 8,800 | 6,578 | 2,222 |
| Laramie 4x4 Mega Cab 160.5 in. WB SRW | — | — | — | — | 8,250 | 8,800 | 6,593 | 2,207 |
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 2005
The 2005 Dodge RAM 2500 carried a maximum tow rating of 9,400 lb. The 2006 model carries the same headline figure — manufacturers usually leave the rating alone year-over-year unless there's a powertrain or hitch change. See the 2005 Dodge RAM 2500 page for the full per-trim breakdown of the prior year.
Other 2006 Dodge models
The rest of Dodge's 2006 lineup, ranked by maximum tow rating. Click through for the per-trim breakdown of any of these.
| Model | Max tow (lb) |
|---|---|
| 2006 Dodge RAM 3500 Quad CAB | 16,350 |
| 2006 Dodge RAM 3500 Regular CAB | 16,250 |
| 2006 Dodge Ram HD 3500 Reg. Cab 2WD ST Long Bed | 16,250 |
| 2006 Dodge RAM 3500 | 16,150 |
| 2006 Dodge Ram HD 3500 Quad Cab 2WD ST Short Bed | 16,150 |
| 2006 Dodge Ram HD 3500 Mega Cab 2WD STL Short Bed | 15,900 |
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.