2026 Ram 2500 FAQ: Towing, Specs, Trims & Diesel Answers

The standard engine is a 6.4L V8 HEMI producing 405 hp and 429 lb-ft of torque. Every 2026 Ram 2500 pairs that engine with an 8-speed TorqueFlite automatic transmission. Shoppers who need more torque for heavy diesel work can opt for the available 6.7L Cummins High-Output Turbo Diesel I6.

No. The 6.7L Cummins HO Turbo Diesel is not available on the base Tradesman Regular Cab or the Power Wagon. It is available on the Black Express Crew Cab, Warlock, Laramie, Rebel, Limited, and Limited Longhorn. The diesel pairs with the 8-speed TorqueFlite HD automatic. If Cummins power is your priority, confirm diesel availability on the specific trim you want before purchasing.

The 6.4L HEMI V8 produces 405 hp. The High-Output 6.7L Cummins diesel engine produces 430hp. Torque for the HEMI is 429 lb-ft at the crank and 1,075 lb-ft for the Cummins engine.

The 2026 Ram 2500 can tow up to 20,000 lbs when properly configured. Actual towing capacity varies by trim, cab style, axle ratio, and GVWR package. The Tradesman Regular Cab 4×2 rates at up to 15,640 lbs in standard configuration. The Power Wagon, built for off-road rather than maximum towing, rates at 10,590 lbs due to its off-road-optimized GVWR and suspension setup.

Payload capacity varies significantly by trim and configuration. The Tradesman Regular Cab 4×2 carries up to 3,930 lbs. The Power Wagon carries up to 1,530 lbs, reflecting its heavy off-road hardware. Buyers doing serious work hauling in western Wisconsin should match the trim and GVWR package to their actual payload requirements.

Yes. An integrated trailer brake controller is standard on the 2026 Ram 2500. Towing Technology Group packages add further capability including Trailer Reverse Guidance on select trims.

A 5th Wheel/Gooseneck Towing Prep Group is available on the Laramie, Rebel, Limited, and Limited Longhorn, as well as select other configurations. A 20K Direct-Mounted 5th-Wheel Hitch by Mopar is also available on those trims. The Power Wagon does not offer this group.

The 2026 Ram 2500 lineup includes nine trims: Tradesman, Big Horn, Black Express, Warlock, Laramie, Rebel, Power Wagon, Limited, and Limited Longhorn. Cab styles include Regular Cab, Crew Cab, and Mega Cab. Bed lengths include a 6’4″ box on Crew Cab configurations and an 8′ box on Regular Cab and some Crew Cab/Mega Cab trims.

Both are 4×4 off-road trims, but they take different approaches. The Rebel uses performance-tuned shocks, a Rebel suspension, standard 20-inch Black Diamond-Cut aluminum wheels, all-terrain tires, and is available with the Cummins diesel. The Power Wagon uses the Ram Articulink suspension, Tru-Lok front and rear axles with electronic-locking differentials, a front disconnecting stabilizer bar, raised ride height, 17-inch aluminum wheels with D-rated all-terrain tires, and a standard front electric winch. The Power Wagon is not available with the diesel engine and has a lower towing rating, prioritizing extreme off-road articulation instead.

For pure work use, the Tradesman and Big Horn offer the highest payload ratings and are available with the commercial features package, dual 730-amp batteries, dual alternators, a 2.4-kilowatt onboard inverter, and the 5th Wheel/Gooseneck Towing Prep Group. The Laramie adds comfort without sacrificing the diesel option or towing group availability. Fillback locations in Boscobel, Richland Center, and Prairie Du Chien stock multiple configurations, so you can match the right build to your operation.

The Tradesman comes standard with an 8.4-inch Uconnect touchscreen including Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. Higher trims such as the Laramie, Rebel, and Power Wagon step up to a standard 12.0-inch Uconnect 5 Nav display. The Limited and Limited Longhorn come standard with a 14.4-inch Uconnect 5 Nav touchscreen. A 10.25-inch Front Passenger Interactive Display is available on upper trims including the Limited.

Yes. A dual wireless charging pad is available on the Big Horn and Laramie and is standard on the Limited and Limited Longhorn.

An available 2.4-kilowatt onboard inverter is offered on select trims and packages. Ram describes this as best-in-class available onboard power. A 400-watt 115-volt auxiliary outlet is standard on the Laramie, Limited, and Limited Longhorn and available on several other trims.

Standard safety equipment includes Forward Collision Warning with Automatic Emergency Braking, Adaptive Cruise Control, and an Integrated Trailer Brake Controller. A ParkView rear backup camera is standard on the Tradesman, Big Horn, and Warlock. ParkSense front and rear park assist is standard on the Big Horn and Black Express and available on other trims.

RWD is standard on the Tradesman Regular Cab and certain other configurations. 4WD is standard on the Warlock, Rebel, and Power Wagon. It is also standard when the Cummins diesel engine is selected on compatible trims. An electric shift-on-the-fly transfer case is standard on the Warlock and Rebel.

The Power Wagon is the only Ram 2500 trim with the Ram Articulink suspension, Tru-Lok front and rear axles, an electronic front-locking differential, a front disconnecting stabilizer bar, raised ride height, a standard front electric winch, and a transfer case skid-plate shield. It also carries a fuel tank skid-plate shield and Hill Descent Control. Those features combine to give it class-specific rock-crawling and trail capability that no other 2500 trim matches.

Standard axle ratios vary by trim. The Tradesman offers a 3.42 ratio option on diesel-equipped configurations. The Laramie, Rebel, Limited, and Limited Longhorn start with a 3.73 standard ratio, with optional 3.42 and 4.10 ratios on select configurations. The Power Wagon is standard with 4.10 axle gearing to complement its off-road-optimized setup.

The 2026 Ram 2500 carries a 3-year/36,000-mile basic warranty. Ram offers a 10-year/100,000-mile powertrain warranty on select 2026 Ram trucks. Ask the team at any Fillback location to confirm which specific configurations qualify for the 10-year coverage.

Fillback Family of Dealerships sells Ram trucks across all three Wisconsin locations. You can check live inventory for all Fillback Ram 2500 units online and filter by trim, cab style, and available options before visiting the store closest to you.