2013 RAM 2500 towing capacity
Trim-level maximum towing capacity — 10,960 – 12,350 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 2013 RAM 2500 tow?
Across 27 configurations with published ratings, 2013 RAM 2500 towing capacity ranges from 10,960 lbs to 12,350 lbs. Exact capacity depends on configuration — not every 2013 RAM 2500 can tow the maximum value.
- Minimum published towing capacity in this dataset: 10,960 lbs
- Maximum published towing capacity in this dataset: 12,350 lbs
- Configurations with a towing rating: 27 of 27
Highest-rated example: Tradesman · 4x2 · Regular Cab — 12,350 lbs
Lowest-rated example: Power Wagon · 4x4 — 10,960 lbs
Highest towing configurations
Top configurations by published maximum trailer rating for the 2013 RAM 2500. Payload is shown only when present in the dataset.
| Trim | Cab | Drivetrain | Bed | Axle ratio | Max towing | Payload |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tradesman | Regular Cab | 4x2 | — | 3.73 | 12,350 lbs | 3,170 lbs |
| SLT | Regular Cab | 4x2 | — | 3.73 | 12,250 lbs | 3,090 lbs |
| Tradesman | Crew Cab | 4x2 | — | 3.73 | 11,960 lbs | 2,930 lbs |
| SLT | Crew Cab | 4x2 | — | 3.73 | 11,900 lbs | 2,870 lbs |
| Tradesman | Regular Cab | 4x4 | — | 3.73 | 11,890 lbs | 2,710 lbs |
| Laramie | Crew Cab | 4x2 | — | 3.73 | 11,860 lbs | 2,830 lbs |
| SLT | Regular Cab | 4x4 | — | 3.73 | 11,810 lbs | 2,630 lbs |
| Tradesman | Crew Cab | 4x2 | — | 3.73 | 11,800 lbs | 2,770 lbs |
| Laramie Longhorn Edition | Crew Cab | 4x2 | — | 3.73 | 11,730 lbs | 6,103 lbs |
| SLT | Crew Cab | 4x2 | — | 3.73 | 11,710 lbs | 2,680 lbs |
Towing capacity by drivetrain
2013 RAM 2500 4x2 towing capacity
Range: 11,480 – 12,350 lbs (median 11,730 lbs) across 13 configurations in this dataset.
2013 RAM 2500 4x4 towing capacity
Range: 10,960 – 11,890 lbs (median 11,265 lbs) across 14 configurations in this dataset.
Towing capacity by cab style
2013 RAM 2500 Crew Cab towing capacity
Observed range: 10,960 – 11,960 lbs (17 configurations).
2013 RAM 2500 Mega Cab towing capacity
Observed range: 11,010 – 11,610 lbs (6 configurations).
2013 RAM 2500 Regular Cab towing capacity
Observed range: 11,810 – 12,350 lbs (4 configurations).
Towing capacity by axle ratio
| Axle ratio | Towing range | Configurations |
|---|---|---|
| 3.73 | 11,010 – 12,350 lbs | 26 |
| 4.56 | 10,960 lbs | 1 |
2013 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: 1,640 – 6,103 lbs
- Configurations with payload data: 27
Highest-payload configurations
- Laramie Longhorn Edition · 4x2 · Crew Cab — 6,103 lbs
- Tradesman · 4x2 · Regular Cab — 3,170 lbs
- SLT · 4x2 · Regular Cab — 3,090 lbs
- Tradesman · 4x2 · Crew Cab — 2,930 lbs
- SLT · 4x2 · Crew Cab — 2,870 lbs
Quick configuration comparison
Observed towing ranges from the 2013 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 | 11,480 – 12,350 lbs | 13 |
| 4x4 | 10,960 – 11,890 lbs | 14 |
Cab styles
| Cab | Towing range | Configs |
|---|---|---|
| Crew Cab | 10,960 – 11,960 lbs | 17 |
| Mega Cab | 11,010 – 11,610 lbs | 6 |
| Regular Cab | 11,810 – 12,350 lbs | 4 |
Axle ratios
| Axle | Towing range | Median | Configs |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3.73 | 11,010 – 12,350 lbs | 11,550 lbs | 26 |
| 4.56 | 10,960 lbs | 10,960 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: 10,960 – 12,350 lbs
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Towing capacity by trim
| Trim | Max towing | Curb weight | Payload* | HP | Torque | Axle | Wheelbase |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tradesman 4x2 Regular Cab 140.5 in. WB | 12,350 lbs | 5,482 lbs | 3,170 lbs | 383 | 400 | 3.73 | 140.5 |
| SLT 4x2 Regular Cab 140.5 in. WB | 12,250 lbs | 5,576 lbs | 3,090 lbs | 383 | 400 | 3.73 | 140.5 |
| Tradesman 4x2 Crew Cab 149 in. WB | 11,960 lbs | 5,871 lbs | 2,930 lbs | 383 | 400 | 3.73 | 149.0 |
| SLT 4x2 Crew Cab 149 in. WB | 11,900 lbs | 5,932 lbs | 2,870 lbs | 383 | 400 | 3.73 | 149.0 |
| Tradesman 4x4 Regular Cab 140.5 in. WB | 11,890 lbs | 5,943 lbs | 2,710 lbs | 383 | 400 | 3.73 | 140.5 |
| Laramie 4x2 Crew Cab 149 in. WB | 11,860 lbs | 5,972 lbs | 2,830 lbs | 383 | 400 | 3.73 | 149.0 |
| SLT 4x4 Regular Cab 140.5 in. WB | 11,810 lbs | 6,023 lbs | 2,630 lbs | 383 | 400 | 3.73 | 140.5 |
| Tradesman 4x2 Crew Cab 169 in. WB | 11,800 lbs | 6,032 lbs | 2,770 lbs | 383 | 400 | 3.73 | 169.0 |
| Laramie Longhorn Edition 4x2 Crew Cab 149 in. WB | 11,730 lbs | 6,103 lbs | 6,103 lbs | 383 | 400 | 3.73 | 149.0 |
| SLT 4x2 Crew Cab 169 in. WB | 11,710 lbs | 6,119 lbs | 2,680 lbs | 383 | 400 | 3.73 | 169.0 |
| Laramie 4x2 Crew Cab 169 in. WB | 11,660 lbs | 6,173 lbs | 2,630 lbs | 383 | 400 | 3.73 | 169.0 |
| SLT 4x2 Mega Cab 160.5 in. WB | 11,610 lbs | 6,217 lbs | 2,580 lbs | 383 | 400 | 3.73 | 160.5 |
| Laramie 4x2 Mega Cab 160.5 in. WB | 11,560 lbs | 6,269 lbs | 2,530 lbs | 383 | 400 | 3.73 | 160.5 |
| Laramie Longhorn Edition 4x2 Crew Cab 169 in. WB | 11,540 lbs | 6,291 lbs | 2,510 lbs | 383 | 400 | 3.73 | 169.0 |
| Tradesman 4x4 Crew Cab 149 in. WB | 11,530 lbs | 6,299 lbs | 2,500 lbs | 383 | 400 | 3.73 | 149.0 |
| Laramie Longhorn Edition 4x2 Mega Cab 160.5 in. WB | 11,480 lbs | 6,348 lbs | 2,450 lbs | 383 | 400 | 3.73 | 160.5 |
| SLT 4x4 Crew Cab 149 in. WB | 11,440 lbs | 6,390 lbs | 2,410 lbs | 383 | 400 | 3.73 | 149.0 |
| Laramie 4x4 Crew Cab 149 in. WB | 11,430 lbs | 6,399 lbs | 2,400 lbs | 383 | 400 | 3.73 | 149.0 |
| Tradesman 4x4 Crew Cab 169 in. WB | 11,340 lbs | 6,491 lbs | 2,310 lbs | 383 | 400 | 3.73 | 169.0 |
| Laramie Longhorn Edition 4x4 Crew Cab 149 in. WB | 11,310 lbs | 6,524 lbs | 2,280 lbs | 383 | 400 | 3.73 | 149.0 |
| SLT 4x4 Crew Cab 169 in. WB | 11,220 lbs | 6,607 lbs | 2,190 lbs | 383 | 400 | 3.73 | 169.0 |
| Laramie 4x4 Crew Cab 169 in. WB | 11,200 lbs | 6,647 lbs | 2,150 lbs | 383 | 400 | 3.73 | 169.0 |
| SLT 4x4 Mega Cab 160.5 in. WB | 11,120 lbs | 6,715 lbs | 2,090 lbs | 383 | 400 | 3.73 | 160.5 |
| Laramie 4x4 Mega Cab 160.5 in. WB | 11,100 lbs | 6,732 lbs | 2,070 lbs | 383 | 400 | 3.73 | 160.5 |
| Laramie Longhorn Edition 4x4 Crew Cab 169 in. WB | 11,100 lbs | 6,735 lbs | 2,070 lbs | 383 | 400 | 3.73 | 169.0 |
| Laramie Longhorn Edition 4x4 Mega Cab 160.5 in. WB | 11,010 lbs | 6,819 lbs | 1,980 lbs | 383 | 400 | 3.73 | 160.5 |
| Power Wagon 4x4 Crew Cab 149 in. WB | 10,960 lbs | 6,870 lbs | 1,640 lbs | 383 | 400 | 4.56 | 149.0 |
* 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.