2012 RAM 2500 towing capacity
Trim-level maximum towing capacity — 10,050 – 11,350 lbs across packages. Exact capacity depends on configuration. Payload is separate from towing capacity and is shown where GVWR and curb weight (or manufacturer payload) exist.
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What can a 2012 RAM 2500 tow?
Across 27 configurations with published ratings, 2012 RAM 2500 towing capacity ranges from 10,050 lbs to 11,350 lbs. Exact capacity depends on configuration — not every 2012 RAM 2500 can tow the maximum value.
- Minimum published towing capacity in this dataset: 10,050 lbs
- Maximum published towing capacity in this dataset: 11,350 lbs
- Configurations with a towing rating: 27 of 27
Highest-rated example: ST · 4x2 · Regular Cab — 11,350 lbs
Lowest-rated example: Laramie Longhorn/Limited Edition · 4x4 — 10,050 lbs
Highest towing configurations
Top configurations by published maximum trailer rating for the 2012 RAM 2500. Payload is shown only when present in the dataset.
| Trim | Cab | Drivetrain | Bed | Axle ratio | Max towing | Payload |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ST | Regular Cab | 4x2 | — | 3.73 | 11,350 lbs | 3,170 lbs |
| SLT | Regular Cab | 4x2 | — | 3.73 | 11,300 lbs | 3,080 lbs |
| ST | Crew Cab | 4x2 | — | 3.73 | 10,950 lbs | 2,920 lbs |
| SLT | Crew Cab | 4x2 | — | 3.73 | 10,900 lbs | 2,850 lbs |
| ST | Regular Cab | 4x4 | — | 3.73 | 10,900 lbs | 2,700 lbs |
| Laramie | Crew Cab | 4x2 | — | 3.73 | 10,850 lbs | 2,810 lbs |
| SLT | Regular Cab | 4x4 | — | 3.73 | 10,800 lbs | 2,620 lbs |
| ST | Crew Cab | 4x2 | — | 3.73 | 10,800 lbs | 2,760 lbs |
| Laramie Longhorn/Limited Edition | Crew Cab | 4x2 | — | 3.73 | 10,750 lbs | 2,680 lbs |
| SLT | Crew Cab | 4x2 | — | 3.73 | 10,700 lbs | 2,670 lbs |
Towing capacity by drivetrain
2012 RAM 2500 4x2 towing capacity
Range: 10,500 – 11,350 lbs (median 10,750 lbs) across 13 configurations in this dataset.
2012 RAM 2500 4x4 towing capacity
Range: 10,050 – 10,900 lbs (median 10,275 lbs) across 14 configurations in this dataset.
Towing capacity by cab style
2012 RAM 2500 Crew Cab towing capacity
Observed range: 10,100 – 10,950 lbs (17 configurations).
2012 RAM 2500 Mega Cab towing capacity
Observed range: 10,050 – 10,650 lbs (6 configurations).
2012 RAM 2500 Regular Cab towing capacity
Observed range: 10,800 – 11,350 lbs (4 configurations).
Towing capacity by axle ratio
| Axle ratio | Towing range | Configurations |
|---|---|---|
| 3.73 | 10,050 – 11,350 lbs | 26 |
| 4.56 | 10,200 lbs | 1 |
2012 RAM 2500 payload capacity
Payload is not the same as towing capacity. Where both GVWR and curb weight exist in the catalog, payload is GVWR minus curb weight (or the manufacturer payload field when present). Payload covers people, cargo in the truck, hitch equipment, and trailer tongue weight — not the full trailer weight.
- Observed payload range: 1,860 – 3,170 lbs
- Configurations with payload data: 27
Highest-payload configurations
- ST · 4x2 · Regular Cab — 3,170 lbs
- SLT · 4x2 · Regular Cab — 3,080 lbs
- ST · 4x2 · Crew Cab — 2,920 lbs
- SLT · 4x2 · Crew Cab — 2,850 lbs
- Laramie · 4x2 · Crew Cab — 2,810 lbs
Quick configuration comparison
Observed towing ranges from the 2012 RAM 2500 dataset. Values are min–max of published ratings in each group — not a claim that every unit in the group can tow the top figure.
Drivetrain
| Drivetrain | Towing range | Configs |
|---|---|---|
| 4x2 | 10,500 – 11,350 lbs | 13 |
| 4x4 | 10,050 – 10,900 lbs | 14 |
Cab styles
| Cab | Towing range | Configs |
|---|---|---|
| Crew Cab | 10,100 – 10,950 lbs | 17 |
| Mega Cab | 10,050 – 10,650 lbs | 6 |
| Regular Cab | 10,800 – 11,350 lbs | 4 |
Axle ratios
| Axle | Towing range | Median | Configs |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3.73 | 10,050 – 11,350 lbs | 10,550 lbs | 26 |
| 4.56 | 10,200 lbs | 10,200 lbs | 1 |
Why does towing capacity vary for this vehicle?
Towing ratings vary across configurations. These are configuration differences present in our dataset:
- Drivetrain: 4x2, 4x4
- Axle ratios: 3.73, 4.56
- Cab styles: Crew Cab, Mega Cab, Regular Cab
- Published towing range: 10,050 – 11,350 lbs
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Towing capacity by trim
| Trim | Max towing | Curb weight | Payload* | HP | Torque | Axle | Wheelbase |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ST 4x2 Regular Cab 140.5 in. WB | 11,350 lbs | 5,482 lbs | 3,170 lbs | 383 | 400 | 3.73 | 140.5 |
| SLT 4x2 Regular Cab 140.5 in. WB | 11,300 lbs | 5,571 lbs | 3,080 lbs | 383 | 400 | 3.73 | 140.5 |
| ST 4x2 Crew Cab 149 in. WB | 10,950 lbs | 5,876 lbs | 2,920 lbs | 383 | 400 | 3.73 | 149.0 |
| SLT 4x2 Crew Cab 149 in. WB | 10,900 lbs | 5,955 lbs | 2,850 lbs | 383 | 400 | 3.73 | 149.0 |
| ST 4x4 Regular Cab 140.5 in. WB | 10,900 lbs | 5,951 lbs | 2,700 lbs | 383 | 400 | 3.73 | 140.5 |
| Laramie 4x2 Crew Cab 149 in. WB | 10,850 lbs | 5,987 lbs | 2,810 lbs | 383 | 400 | 3.73 | 149.0 |
| SLT 4x4 Regular Cab 140.5 in. WB | 10,800 lbs | 6,032 lbs | 2,620 lbs | 383 | 400 | 3.73 | 140.5 |
| ST 4x2 Crew Cab 169 in. WB | 10,800 lbs | 6,040 lbs | 2,760 lbs | 383 | 400 | 3.73 | 169.0 |
| Laramie Longhorn/Limited Edition 4x2 Crew Cab 149 in. WB | 10,750 lbs | 6,115 lbs | 2,680 lbs | 383 | 400 | 3.73 | 149.0 |
| SLT 4x2 Crew Cab 169 in. WB | 10,700 lbs | 6,126 lbs | 2,670 lbs | 383 | 400 | 3.73 | 169.0 |
| Laramie 4x2 Crew Cab 169 in. WB | 10,650 lbs | 6,189 lbs | 2,610 lbs | 383 | 400 | 3.73 | 169.0 |
| SLT 4x2 Mega Cab 160.5 in. WB | 10,650 lbs | 6,224 lbs | 2,580 lbs | 383 | 400 | 3.73 | 160.5 |
| Laramie 4x2 Mega Cab 160.5 in. WB | 10,550 lbs | 6,285 lbs | 2,510 lbs | 383 | 400 | 3.73 | 160.5 |
| Laramie Longhorn/Limited Edition 4x2 Crew Cab 169 in. WB | 10,550 lbs | 6,296 lbs | 2,500 lbs | 383 | 400 | 3.73 | 169.0 |
| ST 4x4 Crew Cab 149 in. WB | 10,550 lbs | 6,287 lbs | 2,510 lbs | 383 | 400 | 3.73 | 149.0 |
| Laramie Longhorn/Limited Edition 4x2 Mega Cab 160.5 in. WB | 10,500 lbs | 6,354 lbs | 2,450 lbs | 383 | 400 | 3.73 | 160.5 |
| SLT 4x4 Crew Cab 149 in. WB | 10,500 lbs | 6,341 lbs | 2,460 lbs | 383 | 400 | 3.73 | 149.0 |
| Laramie 4x4 Crew Cab 149 in. WB | 10,450 lbs | 6,398 lbs | 2,400 lbs | 383 | 400 | 3.73 | 149.0 |
| ST 4x4 Crew Cab 169 in. WB | 10,350 lbs | 6,490 lbs | 2,310 lbs | 383 | 400 | 3.73 | 169.0 |
| Laramie Longhorn/Limited Edition 4x4 Crew Cab 149 in. WB | 10,300 lbs | 6,527 lbs | 2,270 lbs | 383 | 400 | 3.73 | 149.0 |
| SLT 4x4 Crew Cab 169 in. WB | 10,250 lbs | 6,575 lbs | 2,220 lbs | 383 | 400 | 3.73 | 169.0 |
| Laramie 4x4 Crew Cab 169 in. WB | 10,200 lbs | 6,639 lbs | 2,160 lbs | 383 | 400 | 3.73 | 169.0 |
| Power Wagon 4x4 Crew Cab 149 in. WB | 10,200 lbs | 6,653 lbs | 1,860 lbs | 383 | 400 | 4.56 | 149.0 |
| Laramie 4x4 Mega Cab 160.5 in. WB | 10,150 lbs | 6,713 lbs | 2,090 lbs | 383 | 400 | 3.73 | 160.5 |
| SLT 4x4 Mega Cab 160.5 in. WB | 10,150 lbs | 6,683 lbs | 2,120 lbs | 383 | 400 | 3.73 | 160.5 |
| Laramie Longhorn/Limited Edition 4x4 Crew Cab 169 in. WB | 10,100 lbs | 6,746 lbs | 2,050 lbs | 383 | 400 | 3.73 | 169.0 |
| Laramie Longhorn/Limited Edition 4x4 Mega Cab 160.5 in. WB | 10,050 lbs | 6,813 lbs | 1,990 lbs | 383 | 400 | 3.73 | 160.5 |
* Payload = manufacturer payload when present, otherwise GVWR − curb weight. Towing capacity is a separate rating and is not the same as payload.
What affects the rating
Higher figures usually need the tow package, the right axle ratio, and enough cooling. Passengers, fuel, gear, and tongue weight all eat into what you can safely pull — stay under both the trailer rating and the vehicle’s payload.