2018 Ram Promaster Cargo VAN towing capacity
The 2018 Ram Promaster Cargo VAN is published in 7 configurations with a tow rating of 5,100 lb (mid-size SUV / pickup territory).
The table below lists every trim of the 2018 Ram Promaster Cargo VAN 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1500 Low Roof Van 3D | V6, VVT, 3.6 Liter | 280 | 260 | — | 5,100 | — | — | — |
| 2500 High Roof Van 3D | V6, VVT, 3.6 Liter | 280 | 260 | — | 5,100 | — | — | — |
| 1500 High Roof Van 3D | V6, VVT, 3.6 Liter | 280 | 260 | — | 5,100 | — | — | — |
| 1500 Low Roof w/136" WB Van 3D | V6, VVT, 3.6 Liter | 280 | 260 | — | 5,100 | — | — | — |
| 3500 High Roof Extended Van 3D | V6, VVT, 3.6 Liter | 280 | 260 | — | 5,100 | — | — | — |
| 2500 High Roof w/159" WB Van 3D | V6, VVT, 3.6 Liter | 280 | 260 | — | 5,100 | — | — | — |
| 3500 High Roof Van 3D | V6, VVT, 3.6 Liter | 280 | 260 | — | 5,100 | — | — | — |
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 2017
The 2017 Ram Promaster Cargo VAN carried a maximum tow rating of 5,100 lb. The 2018 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 2017 Ram Promaster Cargo VAN page for the full per-trim breakdown of the prior year.
Other 2018 Ram models
The rest of Ram's 2018 lineup, ranked by maximum tow rating. Click through for the per-trim breakdown of any of these.
| Model | Max tow (lb) |
|---|---|
| 2018 Ram 3500 Regular CAB | 29,530 |
| 2018 Ram 3500 Crew CAB | 29,010 |
| 2018 Ram 3500 Mega CAB | 28,820 |
| 2018 Ram 2500 Regular CAB | 17,540 |
| 2018 Ram 2500 Crew CAB | 17,210 |
| 2018 Ram 2500 Mega CAB | 15,540 |
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.