2008 Dodge RAM 2500 towing capacity
The 2008 Dodge RAM 2500 is published in 20 configurations, with tow ratings ranging from 8,350 to 9,450 lb depending on cab, bed, drivetrain, and hitch class. The peak figure (9,450 lb) sits in full-size truck and SUV territory.
The table below lists every trim of the 2008 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/SXT 4x2 Regular Cab 140.5 in. WB | — | — | — | — | 9,450 | 8,650 | 5,419 | 3,231 |
| SLT 4x2 Regular Cab 140.5 in. WB | — | — | — | — | 9,450 | 8,650 | 5,388 | 3,262 |
| ST/SXT 4x2 Quad Cab 140.5 in. WB | — | — | — | — | 9,250 | 8,800 | 5,593 | 3,207 |
| SLT 4x2 Quad Cab 140.5 in. WB | — | — | — | — | 9,250 | 8,800 | 5,588 | 3,212 |
| Laramie 4x2 Quad Cab 140.5 in. WB | — | — | — | — | 9,200 | 8,800 | 5,631 | 3,169 |
| ST/SXT 4x2 Quad Cab 160.5 in. WB | — | — | — | — | 9,150 | 8,800 | 5,715 | 3,085 |
| SLT 4x2 Quad Cab 160.5 in. WB | — | — | — | — | 9,150 | 8,800 | 5,710 | 3,090 |
| Laramie 4x2 Quad Cab 160.5 in. WB | — | — | — | — | 9,100 | 8,800 | 5,768 | 3,032 |
| ST/SXT 4x4 Regular Cab 140.5 in. WB | — | — | — | — | 8,950 | 8,650 | 5,880 | 2,770 |
| SLT/Power Wagon 4x4 Regular Cab 140.5 in. WB | — | — | — | — | 9,000 | 8,650 | 5,855 | 2,795 |
| ST/SXT 4x4 Quad Cab 140.5 in. WB | — | — | — | — | 8,800 | 8,800 | 6,034 | 2,766 |
| SLT/Power Wagon 4x4 Quad Cab 140.5 in. WB | — | — | — | — | 8,800 | 8,800 | 6,030 | 2,770 |
| Laramie 4x4 Quad Cab 140.5 in. WB | — | — | — | — | 8,750 | 8,800 | 6,078 | 2,722 |
| ST/SXT 4x4 Quad Cab 160.5 in. WB | — | — | — | — | 8,650 | 8,800 | 6,184 | 2,616 |
| SLT 4x4 Quad Cab 160.5 in. WB | — | — | — | — | 8,650 | 8,800 | 6,185 | 2,615 |
| Laramie 4x4 Quad Cab 160.5 in. WB | — | — | — | — | 8,650 | 8,800 | 6,215 | 2,585 |
| SXT/SLT 4x2 Mega Cab 160.5 in. WB | — | — | — | — | 8,800 | 8,800 | 6,034 | 2,766 |
| Laramie 4x2 Mega Cab 160.5 in. WB | — | — | — | — | 8,800 | 8,800 | 6,051 | 2,749 |
| SXT/SLT 4x4 Mega Cab 160.5 in. WB | — | — | — | — | 8,400 | 8,800 | 6,473 | 2,327 |
| Laramie 4x4 Mega Cab 160.5 in. WB | — | — | — | — | 8,350 | 8,800 | 6,487 | 2,313 |
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 2007
The 2007 Dodge RAM 2500 carried a maximum tow rating of 9,400 lb. The 2008 model adds 50 lb on top of that — usually a sign the manufacturer added a tow package option, refreshed the powertrain, or revised hitch class certification. See the 2007 Dodge RAM 2500 page for the full per-trim breakdown of the prior year.
Other 2008 Dodge models
The rest of Dodge's 2008 lineup, ranked by maximum tow rating. Click through for the per-trim breakdown of any of these.
| Model | Max tow (lb) |
|---|---|
| 2008 Dodge Ram 3500 Quad Cab 4WD Short Bed | 16,900 |
| 2008 Dodge Ram 3500 Quad Cab 4WD Long Bed | 16,800 |
| 2008 Dodge Ram 3500 Reg Cab 4WD Long Bed DRW | 16,750 |
| 2008 Dodge Ram 3500 Mega Cab 4WD | 16,500 |
| 2008 Dodge Ram 3500 Quad Cab 4WD Long Bed DRW | 16,450 |
| 2008 Dodge RAM 3500 Quad CAB | 16,400 |
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.