2026 Ram 3500: What’s New, Trims, Specs & Towing Capacity
The 2026 Ram 3500 tows up to 36,610 lbs and carries a 7,590-lb payload, leading the heavy-duty segment. A 10-year/100,000-mile powertrain warranty backs every gas and diesel configuration. This page covers trims, engines, and tech, with inventory available at Fillback across Richland Center, Boscobel, and Prairie du Chien, WI.
What’s New for 2026
The 2026 Ram 3500 arrives with a freshened technology suite and class-exclusive features that separate it from every competitor in the heavy-duty segment. The available Front Passenger Interactive Display is a class-exclusive addition that lets a co-driver run navigation, media, or climate controls independently from the driver. Paired with the available 14.4-inch infotainment touchscreen, the largest screen in class, the cab of the 3500 now rivals a modern command center in functionality.
Ram also adds available Live Trailer Tire Pressure Monitoring that can track up to four trailers simultaneously, a practical upgrade for operators who swap between trailers regularly. The available Auto-Level Rear Air Suspension with Bed Lowering Mode is another class-exclusive feature that simplifies fifth-wheel hookup by lowering the bed to meet the hitch, reducing setup time on the job site or at the campground.
The 2.4-kilowatt Power Panel with three 110-volt outlets comes standard, giving work crews immediate access to tool power without a generator. These updates build on the 3500’s existing capability story rather than replacing it, so buyers in Boscobel, Richland Center, and Prairie du Chien who already know what the Ram 3500 can do will find 2026 makes the daily experience sharper.
Trim Lineup
The 2026 Ram 3500 spans five main trim levels. Each one targets a distinct buyer, from a no-frills work truck to a full luxury hauler. Starting MSRPs below reflect the base Regular Cab 4×2 8-foot box configuration unless otherwise noted.
Tradesman
The Tradesman is the entry point and the most work-focused trim in the lineup. It comes standard with the 6.4L HEMI V8 paired to the 8-Speed Automatic transmission, black exterior mirrors, a matte-black mesh grille, black front and rear bumpers, LED low/high reflector headlamps, and 18-inch black-painted steel wheels. Inside, the Tradesman seats three on a heavy-duty vinyl 40/20/40 split bench. The Uconnect 5 system with an 8.4-inch touchscreen is standard. The 2.4-kilowatt Power Panel with 115-volt AC exterior outlet is standard on this trim, giving work crews immediate power access on site. The 6.7L Cummins HO Turbo Diesel is not available on the Tradesman. Available cab and bed combinations include Regular Cab, Crew Cab, and Mega Cab configurations, and buyers can spec dual rear wheels through the options sheet.
Big Horn
The Big Horn adds polish to the Tradesman’s work-ready foundation. The matte-black mesh grille gains a chrome surround, and bright front and rear bumpers replace the blacked-out Tradesman units. Wheels step up to 18-inch polished aluminum. The interior adds a cloth 40/20/40 bench seat, carpet floor covering, a color-keyed instrument panel bezel, and a passenger sun visor with an illuminated mirror. The Uconnect 5 system with an 8.4-inch touchscreen remains standard, with the 12.0-inch Uconnect 5 Nav screen available. The Big Horn gains ParkSense front and rear park-assist as standard and adds available heated front seats, a digital rear-view mirror with side cameras, and the Tow Technology Plus Group. The 6.7L Cummins HO Turbo Diesel is not available on the Big Horn.
Laramie (Crew Cab 4×2 6’4" Box)
The Laramie is the first trim to offer the 6.7L Cummins HO Turbo Diesel, making it the entry point for buyers who need maximum towing consistency on long hauls. Chrome exterior mirrors, a chrome grille, painted front and rear bumpers, and red tail lamp bezels define the exterior. The 18-inch diamond-cut aluminum wheels with black pockets are standard. Inside, the Laramie moves to chrome flat wheel-to-wheel side steps, an 8-way power adjustable driver seat with 2-way power lumbar, heated front seats, dual-zone auto temperature control, and the Uconnect 5 Nav with a 12.0-inch touchscreen as standard. The 9-speaker Alpine audio system is standard. Bi-function LED projector headlamps and LED daytime running lamps replace the reflector units from lower trims. Passive entry, remote start, a security alarm, and blind-spot monitoring with Tag-Trailer and CrossPath Detection are all standard on the Laramie. The available Night Edition, Cold Weather Group, and Sport Appearance Package extend customization options.
Limited (Crew Cab 4×2 8′ Box)
The Limited is the flagship non-Longhorn trim. It comes standard with the Limited grille, chrome belt moldings, body-color fender flares, Limited chrome bodyside molding, and 20-inch diamond-cut aluminum wheels with black pockets. The Uconnect 5 Nav with the 14.4-inch touchscreen is standard, along with the class-exclusive Front Passenger Interactive Display. The 17-speaker Harman Kardon premium sound system is standard. Inside, the Limited adds ventilated front seats, heated second-row seats, a wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel, real-wood and aluminum litho instrument panel bezels, a luxury door trim panel, and a full-length premium upgraded floor console with 2nd-row in-floor storage bins. Power adjustable pedals with memory and radio/driver seat/mirrors/pedals memory are standard. The Max Tow Package is available. A 50-gallon fuel tank is available when equipped with the Cummins diesel.
Limited Longhorn (Crew Cab 4×2 8′ Box)
The Limited Longhorn shares the Limited’s powertrain and technology foundation and layers a distinct ranch-influenced interior design on top. The Longhorn instrument cluster, Longhorn interior accents, premium filigree leather seats, alum litho instrument panel bezels with real wood, a premium door trim panel, Longhorn exterior badging, and Granite Crystal Metallic as a standard color option differentiate this trim from the standard Limited. The Uconnect 5 Nav with the 14.4-inch touchscreen and the Front Passenger Interactive Display remain standard, as does the Harman Kardon 17-speaker system. All Longhorn Level 1 Equipment Group options and the Max Tow Package are available. Buyers who want the Limited’s capability with a visually distinct interior identity choose the Longhorn.
Key Standard and Available Features by Trim
Powertrain
The 6.4L HEMI V8 is standard on all trims. The 6.7L Cummins HO Turbo Diesel is available on the Laramie, Limited, and Limited Longhorn. The 8-Speed TorqueFlite HD Automatic pairs with the diesel on those trims. The standard 8-Speed Automatic 8HP75-LCV transmission handles the V8 across all configurations.
Infotainment
Tradesman and Big Horn are standard with the 8.4-inch Uconnect 5 screen. The 12.0-inch Uconnect 5 Nav screen is standard on the Laramie and available on Tradesman and Big Horn. The 14.4-inch Uconnect 5 Nav screen is standard on Limited and Limited Longhorn, with availability on Laramie. The Front Passenger Interactive Display is standard on Limited and Limited Longhorn.
Seating
Tradesman uses a heavy-duty vinyl bench. Big Horn uses a cloth bench with a premium cloth bench available. Laramie uses a leather-trimmed bench as standard and offers leather-trimmed bucket seats. Limited and Limited Longhorn are standard with ultra-premium or premium filigree leather seats and heated second-row seating.
Towing tech
Blind-spot monitoring with Tag-Trailer and CrossPath Detection is standard from Laramie up and available on Big Horn. Trailer Reverse Steering Control is available on Big Horn and standard on Laramie. Tow Technology Plus Group is available on Big Horn, Laramie, and Limited. The Max Tow Package is available on Limited and Limited Longhorn. Live Trailer Tire Pressure Monitoring is part of the available towing tech stack on upper trims.
Safety
Forward Collision Warning, Automatic Emergency Braking, Adaptive Cruise Control, an Integrated Trailer Brake Controller, LED headlights, and a Trailer Hitch Receiver are standard across all trims. ParkSense front and rear park-assist is standard on Big Horn and above.
Performance & Powertrain
The standard 6.4L HEMI V8 produces 405 hp and 429 lb-ft of torque. It pairs with the TorqueFlite HD 8-speed automatic transmission and sends power to the rear wheels on base configurations, with 4WD available. This engine handles the segment’s heavier demands without needing the diesel option for most farm, construction, and recreational towing applications in Wisconsin.
The available 6.7L Cummins High-Output Turbo Diesel I6 is the choice for buyers who need maximum towing consistency on long hauls or who pull heavy equipment regularly between Richland Center, Boscobel, and Prairie du Chien. The diesel comes with 4WD available and adds dual 730-amp maintenance-free batteries, dual alternators rated at 480 amps, heavy-duty engine cooling, a diesel exhaust brake, and selective catalytic reduction as part of its standard equipment. Both engines pair with the 8-speed automatic transmission.
The towing ceiling of 36,610 lbs and payload rating of 7,590 lbs are segment-leading numbers. towing methodology and rating standards The standard 8-foot bed adds to the practicality, giving contractors and farmers genuine carrying room alongside those numbers.
Interior, Comfort & Cargo
The Ram 3500 seats three in base Regular Cab configurations and expands to crew or Mega Cab layouts on higher trims. The Mega Cab body on Laramie, Limited, and Limited Longhorn trims provides the most rear-seat legroom in the segment, with 40.2 inches of rear legroom and 39.8 inches of rear headroom, making long drives between job sites significantly more tolerable. Maximum interior cargo volume on Crew Cab and Mega Cab configurations reaches 60.7 cubic feet.
Interior materials scale with trim level. Tradesman and Big Horn keep things functional and durable. Laramie introduces genuine leather seating. The Limited and Limited Longhorn add premium-grade upholstery and real wood accents, transforming the cab into something closer to a full-size luxury truck. The Limited adds a full-length premium upgraded floor console, 2nd-row in-floor storage bins, a fold-flat load floor, and a rear under-seat storage compartment. The Longhorn layered interior accents, filigree leather seats, and a distinct instrument cluster give buyers a choice of luxury personality without changing the underlying capability.
The standard 8-foot bed provides 98.3 inches of cargo length and 74.7 to 74.9 cubic feet of cargo volume depending on configuration. Pickup box depth is 20.2 inches. The available Fifth-Wheel/Gooseneck Prep Package integrates factory attachment points into the bed floor, preserving bed space and eliminating aftermarket rail systems.
Technology & Infotainment
The available 14.4-inch infotainment touchscreen is the largest in class and runs Ram’s current interface with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatibility. The available 12-inch Digital Cluster Display keeps critical truck data, including towing info, front and center without pulling attention to the center stack.
The class-exclusive Front Passenger Interactive Display gives the co-pilot a dedicated screen for navigation or entertainment, a meaningful comfort feature on multi-hour hauls. The available 360-Degree Surround View Camera System and Digital Rearview Mirror with Side Camera Integration give drivers a thorough view when maneuvering in tight spaces or at busy loading docks.
Speaker systems scale with trim. Tradesman ships with four speakers. Big Horn includes six speakers with a seven-speaker amplified system available. Laramie steps up to nine Alpine speakers with a subwoofer as standard. Limited and Limited Longhorn are standard with the 17-speaker Harman Kardon premium sound system. Alexa Built-In is standard from Laramie up and available on lower trims. SiriusXM 360L and HD Radio are standard from Laramie up.
For trailer management, the available Trailer Reverse Guidance System simplifies backing a fifth-wheel or gooseneck, and the available Live Trailer Tire Pressure Monitoring tracks up to four trailers. Buyers who run multiple trailers throughout the week, common on Wisconsin farms and in construction, will find that feature alone worth the option.
Safety & Driver Assistance
Every 2026 Ram 3500 ships with Forward Collision Warning and Automatic Emergency Braking, Adaptive Cruise Control, an Integrated Trailer Brake Controller, LED headlights, and a Trailer Hitch Receiver. This is the standard suite across all trims, not a paid package.
The Integrated Trailer Brake Controller is a practical standard inclusion for the majority of 3500 buyers who are towing from day one. Adaptive Cruise Control reduces fatigue on Wisconsin’s long open highways between Richland Center, Boscobel, and Prairie du Chien. ParkSense front and rear park-assist is standard from Big Horn up. Blind-spot monitoring with Tag-Trailer and CrossPath Detection is standard on Laramie, Limited, and Limited Longhorn, and available as an option on the Big Horn. Tag-Trailer Detection specifically warns the driver when a vehicle enters the blind spot of the trailer itself, not just the truck, which is a genuine safety improvement for anyone pulling a wide flatbed or enclosed trailer on busy state highways.
The available 360-Degree Surround View Camera System combines inputs from multiple cameras to display a top-down view of the truck and its surroundings, reducing low-speed damage risk at job sites and fuel stations. Rear Park Assist, the ParkView Rear Back-Up Camera with dynamic grid lines, and the available Front Park Assist round out the parking safety stack.
Warranty & Ownership
Ram backs the 2026 Ram 3500 with a 10-year/100,000-mile powertrain warranty, the strongest coverage in the heavy-duty truck segment. The basic limited warranty covers 3 years or 36,000 miles. Corrosion protection runs 5 years with no mileage cap. Roadside assistance is included for 3 years or 36,000 miles.
For buyers in Richland Center, Boscobel, and Prairie du Chien who put genuine working miles on a truck, the powertrain warranty matters as a concrete operating cost factor. A diesel engine pulling equipment regularly across Wisconsin’s farm roads and construction sites is an expensive repair if something goes wrong outside coverage. Ram’s 10-year/100,000-mile powertrain warranty reduces that risk exposure over the truck’s first decade of ownership.
Fillback’s service department handles Ram warranty work for all three locations, socustomers in the region do not need to travel outside the area for covered repairs.
Shop the 2026 Ram 3500 at Fillback
Fillback serves buyers across Richland Center, Boscobel, and Prairie du Chien, WI. The 2026 Ram 3500 is available in Regular Cab, Crew Cab, and Mega Cab configurations across all five trim levels, with gas and diesel powertrain options and single or dual rear wheel setups in stock or available to order.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much can the 2026 Ram 3500 tow?
The 2026 Ram 3500 tows up to 36,610 lbs when properly equipped with the 6.7L Cummins HO Turbo Diesel and the Max Tow Package. The 6.4L HEMI V8 configuration reaches a lower but still segment-relevant ceiling. Towing capacity varies by cab, bed, axle ratio, and equipment group, so buyers should confirm the specific configuration rating with Fillback before purchasing.
What engines are available on the 2026 Ram 3500?
Two engines are available. The standard engine is the 6.4L HEMI V8, producing 405 hp and 429 lb-ft of torque. The available engine is the 6.7L Cummins High-Output Turbo Diesel I6, which is offered on Laramie, Limited, and Limited Longhorn trims. Both pair with an 8-speed automatic transmission.
Does the 2026 Ram 3500 come with a diesel engine?
Yes, but only on Laramie and above. The 6.7L Cummins HO Turbo Diesel is not available on the Tradesman or Big Horn. Buyers who require the diesel should start their configuration at the Laramie trim level.
What is the payload capacity of the 2026 Ram 3500?
The 2026 Ram 3500 carries up to 7,590 lbs of payload. That number is segment-leading and applies to properly equipped configurations. Payload varies by cab style, bed length, and powertrain selection.
What is the warranty on the 2026 Ram 3500?
Ram covers the 2026 Ram 3500 with a 10-year/100,000-mile powertrain warranty, a 3-year/36,000-mile basic limited warranty, and 5-year unlimited-mileage corrosion protection. Roadside assistance is included for 3 years or 36,000 miles.
Which trims offer the Front Passenger Interactive Display?
The Front Passenger Interactive Display is standard on the Limited and Limited Longhorn. It is not available on Tradesman, Big Horn, or Laramie.
Is the 2026 Ram 3500 available with dual rear wheels?
Yes. Dual rear wheels are available across multiple cab and bed configurations. Buyers who need the maximum payload rating should confirm DRW availability on their preferred configuration with Fillback.
Can the 2026 Ram 3500 tow four trailers simultaneously?
No. The available Live Trailer Tire Pressure Monitoring system can monitor the tire pressure of up to four different trailers, but the truck tows one trailer at a time. The feature is useful for operators who own multiple trailers and want to monitor each one without resetting the system between uses.
Does the 2026 Ram 3500 have a 50-gallon fuel tank?
Yes, but only on diesel-equipped Limited and Limited Longhorn trims when the optional larger tank is selected. The standard fuel tank is smaller. Buyers planning long-haul routes between Wisconsin job sites should confirm tank size on their specific configuration.
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