When a half-ton truck just isn't enough, the 2026 Ram Heavy Duty lineup steps in with capability that's in a class of its own. Whether you're hauling a fifth wheel, towing heavy equipment for a job site, or pulling a large trailer through Eastern Ontario, the 2026 Ram 2500 & 3500 are built to handle it confidently. With maximum towing of up to 20,000 lbs on the Ram 2500 and an extraordinary 36,610 lbs on the Ram 3500, these are among the most capable heavy-duty pickup trucks available in Canada. Continue reading with the team at Riverside Chrysler.

2026 Ram 2500 & 3500 Engine Options

Engine choice plays a major role in determining how much your Ram HD can tow. Both the Ram 2500 and Ram 3500 offer two engine options, each paired with an 8-speed automatic transmission:

The Cummins Turbo Diesel, with that much torque available so low in the rev range, means the Ram HD pulls with authority from the moment you need it, without working the engine hard to get there.

2026 Ram 2500 & 3500 Towing Capacity

The Ram 2500 can tow up to 20,000 lbs when properly equipped, which is enough to handle large fifth wheels, heavy equipment trailers, and commercial loads that exceed what any half-ton truck can manage.

The Ram 3500 with the Cummins diesel and dual rear wheels, and that ceiling rises to an extraordinary 36,610 lbs, one of the highest figures available in the heavy-duty pickup segment.

2026 Ram 2500 & 3500 Payload Capacity

The Ram 3500’s biggest towing numbers come from its Dual Rear Wheel (DRW) configuration. By adding a second set of rear wheels, weight is spread more evenly across the axle, resulting in better stability and control, especially when hauling large fifth-wheel or gooseneck trailers. It’s also important to think about payload alongside towing capacity, since the tongue weight of your trailer counts toward your total payload when everything is loaded up.

2026 Ram 2500 & 3500 Towing Technology

The Ram 2500 & 3500 also come loaded with available technology designed to make towing safer and less stressful:

• Integrated Electronic Trailer Brake Controller: Standard across all trims, with Multi-Information Display controls for trailer brake type, gain, and manual output
• Trailer Reverse Guidance: An available camera-assisted system that helps keep your trailer tracking correctly as you back up
• Trailer Reverse Steering Control: An available system that helps steer the trailer during reversing manoeuvres
• Surround-View Camera System: An available 360° view that makes hitching up and manoeuvring in tight spaces significantly easier
• Trailer Tire Pressure Monitoring System: An available system that monitors your trailer's tire pressure from inside the cab
• Trailer-Light Check Out: Standard cluster-activated routine that verifies all trailer lights are functioning before you pull out.
• Blind Spot Monitoring with Rear Cross-Path Detection: available on most trims, keeping you aware of vehicles alongside the truck and trailer

Visit Riverside Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram in Cornwall, ON

Ready to find the 2026 Ram 2500 & 3500 trim that matches what you tow? Our team at Riverside Chrysler is here to help you work through every option. Visit us at 2205 Vincent Massey Dr, Cornwall, Ontario, or call us at 888-560-0101 to book a test drive.