Pick a year below to open the full Ram 1500 Classic page for that model year. Each year page shows the maximum tow capacity, every trim the dataset covers separately, the engine and drivetrain combination, GVWR, curb weight, payload, and axle ratio.

Ram 1500 Classic max tow rating, last 4 model years

Year-over-year max tow rating for the Ram 1500 Classic, with the most recent year highlighted. Use the trend to spot generation changes, powertrain refreshes, and SAE J2807 re-tests that revised the published figure.

Recent Ram 1500 Classic years (2018–2022)

Click any year for the full per-trim breakdown — engine, drivetrain, horsepower, torque, axle ratio, GVWR, curb weight, and payload.

Year Trims on file Max tow (lb)
2022 Ram 1500 Classic 14 8,000
2021 Ram 1500 Classic 14 8,000
2020 Ram 1500 Classic 14 8,000
2019 Ram 1500 Classic 20 8,000

All figures sourced from manufacturer documentation. See our methodology for how the dataset is compiled.