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2010 Dodge RAM 1500 towing capacity

The 2010 Dodge RAM 1500 is published in 20 configurations, with tow ratings ranging from 3,400 to 8,550 lb depending on cab, bed, drivetrain, and hitch class. The peak figure (8,550 lb) sits in full-size truck and SUV territory.

The table below lists every trim of the 2010 Dodge RAM 1500 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 120 in. WB — 215 235 3.55 3,800 6,025 4,519 1,506
SLT/Sport/TRX 4x2 Regular Cab 120 in. WB — 310 330 3.55 6,650 6,025 4,657 1,368
ST 4x2 Regular Cab 140 in. WB — 215 235 3.55 3,650 6,600 4,677 1,923
SLT/TRX 4x2 Regular Cab 140 in. WB — 310 330 3.55 6,500 6,600 4,814 1,786
ST 4x2 Quad Cab 140 in. WB — 215 235 3.55 3,400 6,700 4,891 1,809
SLT/Sport/TRX 4x2 Quad Cab 140 in. WB — 310 330 3.55 6,250 6,700 5,048 1,652
Laramie 4x2 Quad Cab 140 in. WB — 390 407 3.21 8,550 6,700 5,262 1,438
ST 4x4 Regular Cab 120 in. WB — 310 330 3.55 6,450 6,350 4,875 1,475
SLT/Sport/TRX 4x4 Regular Cab 120 in. WB — 310 330 3.55 6,500 6,350 4,801 1,549
ST 4x4 Regular Cab 140 in. WB — 310 330 3.55 6,250 6,600 5,030 1,570
SLT/TRX 4x4 Regular Cab 140 in. WB — 310 330 3.55 6,300 6,600 5,021 1,579
ST 4x4 Quad Cab 140 in. WB — 310 330 3.55 6,100 6,700 5,181 1,519
SLT/Sport/TRX 4x4 Quad Cab 140 in. WB — 310 330 3.55 6,050 6,700 5,248 1,452
Laramie 4x4 Quad Cab 140 in. WB — 390 407 3.55 8,300 6,700 5,488 1,212
ST 4x2 Crew Cab 140 in. WB — 310 330 3.55 6,200 6,800 5,085 1,715
SLT/Sport/TRX 4x2 Crew Cab 140 in. WB — 310 330 3.55 6,150 6,800 5,088 1,712
Laramie 4x2 Crew Cab 140 in. WB — 390 407 3.21 5,450 6,800 5,331 1,469
ST 4x4 Crew Cab 140 in. WB — 310 330 3.55 6,000 6,800 5,305 1,495
SLT/Sport/TRX 4x4 Crew Cab 140 in. WB — 310 330 3.55 6,000 6,800 5,308 1,492
Laramie 4x4 Crew Cab 140 in. WB — 390 407 3.55 8,250 6,800 5,535 1,265

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 2009

The 2009 Dodge RAM 1500 carried a maximum tow rating of 6,700 lb. The 2010 model adds 1,850 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 2009 Dodge RAM 1500 page for the full per-trim breakdown of the prior year.

Other 2010 Dodge models

The rest of Dodge's 2010 lineup, ranked by maximum tow rating. Click through for the per-trim breakdown of any of these.

Model Max tow (lb)
2010 Dodge Ram 3500 Reg. Cab 2WD Long Bed DRW 18,500
2010 Dodge RAM 3500 Regular CAB 18,200
2010 Dodge Ram 3500 Reg. Cab 4WD Long Bed DRW 18,200
2010 Dodge Ram 3500 Crew Cab 2WD Long Bed DRW 18,050
2010 Dodge RAM 3500 Mega CAB 17,900
2010 Dodge Ram 3500 Mega Cab 2WD DRW 17,900

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.