2019 Dodge Ram 3500 Mega Cab DRW 4WD towing capacity
The 2019 Dodge Ram 3500 Mega Cab DRW 4WD is published in 10 configurations, with tow ratings ranging from 11,970 to 30,100 lb depending on cab, bed, drivetrain, and hitch class. The peak figure (30,100 lb) sits in heavy-duty fifth-wheel territory.
The table below lists every trim of the 2019 Dodge Ram 3500 Mega Cab DRW 4WD 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6.4L V-8 | 6.4L V-8 | — | — | — | 11,970 | — | — | — |
| 6.4L V-8 | 6.4L V-8 | — | — | — | 15,470 | — | — | — |
| 6.7L I-6 TD | 6.7L I-6 TD | — | — | — | 15,400 | — | — | — |
| 6.7L I-6 TD | 6.7L I-6 TD | — | — | — | 17,400 | — | — | — |
| 6.7L I-6 TD | 6.7L I-6 TD | — | — | — | 16,440 | — | — | — |
| 6.7L I-6 TD | 6.7L I-6 TD | — | — | — | 18,440 | — | — | — |
| 6.7L I-6 TD | 6.7L I-6 TD | — | — | — | 21,440 | — | — | — |
| 6.7L I-6 TD | 6.7L I-6 TD | — | — | — | 20,300 | — | — | — |
| 6.7L I-6 TD | 6.7L I-6 TD | — | — | — | 24,800 | — | — | — |
| 6.7L I-6 TD | 6.7L I-6 TD | — | — | — | 30,100 | — | — | — |
How to interpret the headline tow figure
Tow figures this high require a gooseneck or fifth-wheel hitch installed in the bed of the truck, and a corresponding trailer setup. Conventional bumper-pull towing on the same vehicle is typically capped well below this number — usually under 15,000 lb. Always check the door-jamb sticker and owner's manual for the maximum permitted on each hitch class before hooking up.
How this year compares to 2017
The 2017 Dodge Ram 3500 Mega Cab DRW 4WD carried a maximum tow rating of 30,100 lb. The 2019 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 Dodge Ram 3500 Mega Cab DRW 4WD page for the full per-trim breakdown of the prior year.
Other 2019 Dodge models
The rest of Dodge's 2019 lineup, ranked by maximum tow rating. Click through for the per-trim breakdown of any of these.
| Model | Max tow (lb) |
|---|---|
| 2019 Dodge Ram 3500 Reg Cab LB DRW 2WD | 31,210 |
| 2019 Dodge Ram 3500 Reg Cab LB DRW 4WD | 30,830 |
| 2019 Dodge Ram 3500 CC LB DRW 2WD | 30,660 |
| 2019 Dodge Ram 3500 Mega Cab DRW 2WD | 30,400 |
| 2019 Dodge Ram 3500 CC LB DRW 4WD | 30,320 |
| 2019 Dodge Ram 2500 Reg Cab LB 2WD | 17,980 |
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.