2011 Dodge RAM 2500 towing capacity
The 2011 Dodge RAM 2500 is published in 27 configurations, with tow ratings ranging from 8,100 to 10,100 lb depending on cab, bed, drivetrain, and hitch class. The peak figure (10,100 lb) sits in half-ton plus / heavy-duty truck territory.
The table below lists every trim of the 2011 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 | — | — | — | 3.73 | 9,300 | 8,650 | 5,532 | 3,118 |
| SLT 4x2 Regular Cab 140.5 in. WB | — | — | — | 3.73 | 9,250 | 8,650 | 5,596 | 3,054 |
| ST 4x2 Crew Cab 149 in. WB | — | — | — | 3.73 | 9,100 | 8,800 | 5,769 | 3,031 |
| SLT 4x2 Crew Cab 149 in. WB | — | — | — | 3.73 | 9,000 | 8,800 | 5,874 | 2,926 |
| Laramie 4x2 Crew Cab 149 in. WB | — | — | — | 3.73 | 8,900 | 8,800 | 5,940 | 2,860 |
| Laramie Longhorn 4x2 Crew Cab 149 in. WB | — | — | — | 3.73 | 8,900 | 8,800 | 5,960 | 2,840 |
| ST 4x2 Crew Cab 169 in. WB | — | — | — | 3.73 | 8,850 | 8,800 | 5,995 | 2,805 |
| SLT 4x2 Crew Cab 169 in. WB | — | — | — | 3.73 | 8,750 | 8,800 | 6,119 | 2,681 |
| Laramie 4x2 Crew Cab 169 in. WB | — | — | — | 3.73 | 8,650 | 8,800 | 6,193 | 2,607 |
| Laramie Longhorn 4x2 Crew Cab 169 in. WB | — | — | — | 3.73 | 8,650 | 8,800 | 6,212 | 2,588 |
| ST 4x4 Regular Cab 140.5 in. WB | — | — | — | 3.73 | 8,850 | 8,650 | 5,997 | 2,653 |
| SLT 4x4 Regular Cab 140.5 in. WB | — | — | — | 3.73 | 8,800 | 8,650 | 6,050 | 2,600 |
| ST 4x4 Crew Cab 169 in. WB | — | — | — | 3.73 | 8,500 | 8,800 | 6,346 | 2,454 |
| SLT 4x4 Crew Cab 169 in. WB | — | — | — | 3.73 | 8,200 | 8,800 | 6,669 | 2,131 |
| Laramie 4x4 Crew Cab 169 in. WB | — | — | — | 3.73 | 8,200 | 8,800 | 6,669 | 2,131 |
| Laramie Longhorn 4x4 Crew Cab 169 in. WB | — | — | — | 3.73 | 8,150 | 8,800 | 6,688 | 2,112 |
| SLT 4x2 Mega Cab 160.5 in. WB | — | — | — | 3.73 | 8,550 | 8,800 | 6,275 | 2,525 |
| Laramie 4x2 Mega Cab 160.5 in. WB | — | — | — | 3.73 | 8,550 | 8,800 | 6,309 | 2,491 |
| Laramie Longhorn 4x2 Mega Cab 160.5 in. WB | — | — | — | 3.73 | 8,500 | 8,800 | 6,329 | 2,471 |
| SLT 4x4 Mega Cab 160.5 in. WB | — | — | — | 3.73 | 8,150 | 8,800 | 6,717 | 2,083 |
| Laramie 4x4 Mega Cab 160.5 in. WB | — | — | — | 3.73 | 8,100 | 8,800 | 6,749 | 2,051 |
| Laramie Longhorn 4x4 Mega Cab 160.5 in. WB | — | — | — | 3.73 | 8,100 | 8,800 | 6,769 | 2,031 |
| ST 4x4 Crew Cab 149 in. WB | — | — | — | 3.73 | 8,600 | 8,800 | 6,246 | 2,554 |
| SLT 4x4 Crew Cab 149 in. WB | — | — | — | 3.73 | 8,550 | 8,800 | 6,311 | 2,489 |
| Laramie 4x4 Crew Cab 149 in. WB | — | — | — | 3.73 | 8,400 | 8,800 | 6,440 | 2,360 |
| Power Wagon 4x4 Crew Cab 149 in. WB | — | — | — | 4.56 | 10,100 | 8,510 | 6,730 | 1,780 |
| Laramie Longhorn 4x4 Crew Cab 149 in. WB | — | — | — | 3.73 | 8,400 | 8,800 | 6,459 | 2,341 |
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.
How this year compares to 2010
The 2010 Dodge RAM 2500 carried a maximum tow rating of 9,350 lb. The 2011 model adds 750 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 2010 Dodge RAM 2500 page for the full per-trim breakdown of the prior year.
Other 2011 Dodge models
The rest of Dodge's 2011 lineup, ranked by maximum tow rating. Click through for the per-trim breakdown of any of these.
| Model | Max tow (lb) |
|---|---|
| 2011 Dodge Ram 3500 Mega Cab DRW 2WD | 19,950 |
| 2011 Dodge Ram 3500 Reg. Cab Long Bed DRW 2WD | 17,600 |
| 2011 Dodge Ram 3500 Reg. Cab Long Bed DRW 4WD | 17,300 |
| 2011 Dodge Ram 3500 Crew Cab Short Bed SRW 2WD | 17,100 |
| 2011 Dodge Ram 3500 Crew Cab Long Bed DRW 2WD | 17,050 |
| 2011 Dodge Ram 3500 Crew Cab Long Bed SRW 2WD | 17,000 |
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.