2013 RAM 3500 towing capacity
Trim-level maximum towing capacity — 10,880 – 11,860 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 3500 tow?
Across 26 configurations with published ratings, 2013 RAM 3500 towing capacity ranges from 10,880 lbs to 11,860 lbs. Exact capacity depends on configuration — not every 2013 RAM 3500 can tow the maximum value.
- Minimum published towing capacity in this dataset: 10,880 lbs
- Maximum published towing capacity in this dataset: 11,860 lbs
- Configurations with a towing rating: 26 of 26
Highest-rated example: ST · 4x2 · Regular Cab — 11,860 lbs
Lowest-rated example: Laramie Longhorn Edition · 4x4 — 10,880 lbs
Highest towing configurations
Top configurations by published maximum trailer rating for the 2013 RAM 3500. Payload is shown only when present in the dataset.
| Trim | Cab | Drivetrain | Bed | Axle ratio | Max towing | Payload |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ST | Regular Cab | 4x2 | — | 3.73 | 11,860 lbs | 4,130 lbs |
| SLT | Regular Cab | 4x2 | — | 3.73 | 11,820 lbs | 4,090 lbs |
| ST | Regular Cab | 4x4 | — | 3.73 | 11,660 lbs | 4,130 lbs |
| SLT | Regular Cab | 4x4 | — | 3.73 | 11,600 lbs | 4,070 lbs |
| ST | Crew Cab | 4x2 | — | 3.73 | 11,490 lbs | 3,710 lbs |
| SLT | Crew Cab | 4x2 | — | 3.73 | 11,440 lbs | 3,660 lbs |
| Laramie | Crew Cab | 4x2 | — | 3.73 | 11,400 lbs | 3,620 lbs |
| ST | Crew Cab | 4x4 | — | 3.73 | 11,370 lbs | 4,240 lbs |
| ST | Crew Cab | 4x2 | — | 3.73 | 11,330 lbs | 4,500 lbs |
| Laramie Longhorn Edition | Crew Cab | 4x2 | — | 3.73 | 11,320 lbs | 3,540 lbs |
Towing capacity by drivetrain
2013 RAM 3500 4x2 towing capacity
Range: 11,080 – 11,860 lbs (median 11,320 lbs) across 13 configurations in this dataset.
2013 RAM 3500 4x4 towing capacity
Range: 10,880 – 11,660 lbs (median 11,160 lbs) across 13 configurations in this dataset.
Towing capacity by cab style
2013 RAM 3500 Crew Cab towing capacity
Observed range: 10,960 – 11,490 lbs (16 configurations).
2013 RAM 3500 Mega Cab towing capacity
Observed range: 10,880 – 11,260 lbs (6 configurations).
2013 RAM 3500 Regular Cab towing capacity
Observed range: 11,600 – 11,860 lbs (4 configurations).
Towing capacity by axle ratio
| Axle ratio | Towing range | Configurations |
|---|---|---|
| 3.73 | 10,880 – 11,860 lbs | 26 |
2013 RAM 3500 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: 3,540 – 4,640 lbs
- Configurations with payload data: 26
Highest-payload configurations
- ST · 4x4 · Crew Cab — 4,640 lbs
- SLT · 4x4 · Crew Cab — 4,610 lbs
- Laramie · 4x4 · Mega Cab — 4,560 lbs
- SLT · 4x4 · Mega Cab — 4,550 lbs
- Laramie · 4x4 · Crew Cab — 4,540 lbs
Quick configuration comparison
Observed towing ranges from the 2013 RAM 3500 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 | 11,080 – 11,860 lbs | 13 |
| 4x4 | 10,880 – 11,660 lbs | 13 |
Cab styles
| Cab | Towing range | Configs |
|---|---|---|
| Crew Cab | 10,960 – 11,490 lbs | 16 |
| Mega Cab | 10,880 – 11,260 lbs | 6 |
| Regular Cab | 11,600 – 11,860 lbs | 4 |
Why does towing capacity vary for this vehicle?
Towing ratings vary across configurations. These are configuration differences present in our dataset:
- Drivetrain: 4x2, 4x4
- Cab styles: Crew Cab, Mega Cab, Regular Cab
- Published towing range: 10,880 – 11,860 lbs
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Towing capacity by trim
| Trim | Max towing | Curb weight | Payload* | HP | Torque | Axle | Wheelbase |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ST 4x2 Regular Cab 140 in. WB SRW | 11,860 lbs | 5,969 lbs | 4,130 lbs | 383 | 400 | 3.73 | 140.0 |
| SLT 4x2 Regular Cab 140 in. WB SRW | 11,820 lbs | 6,010 lbs | 4,090 lbs | 383 | 400 | 3.73 | 140.0 |
| ST 4x4 Regular Cab 140 in. WB SRW | 11,660 lbs | 6,168 lbs | 4,130 lbs | 383 | 400 | 3.73 | 140.0 |
| SLT 4x4 Regular Cab 140 in. WB SRW | 11,600 lbs | 6,226 lbs | 4,070 lbs | 383 | 400 | 3.73 | 140.0 |
| ST 4x2 Crew Cab 149.5 in. WB SRW | 11,490 lbs | 6,343 lbs | 3,710 lbs | 383 | 400 | 3.73 | 149.5 |
| SLT 4x2 Crew Cab 149.5 in. WB SRW | 11,440 lbs | 6,389 lbs | 3,660 lbs | 383 | 400 | 3.73 | 149.5 |
| Laramie 4x2 Crew Cab 149.5 in. WB SRW | 11,400 lbs | 6,433 lbs | 3,620 lbs | 383 | 400 | 3.73 | 149.5 |
| ST 4x4 Crew Cab 149.5 in. WB SRW | 11,370 lbs | 6,456 lbs | 4,240 lbs | 383 | 400 | 3.73 | 149.5 |
| ST 4x2 Crew Cab 169.5 in. WB | 11,330 lbs | 6,497 lbs | 4,500 lbs | 383 | 400 | 3.73 | 169.5 |
| Laramie Longhorn Edition 4x2 Crew Cab 149.5 in. WB SRW | 11,320 lbs | 6,507 lbs | 3,540 lbs | 383 | 400 | 3.73 | 149.5 |
| SLT 4x4 Crew Cab 149.5 in. WB SRW | 11,300 lbs | 6,533 lbs | 4,170 lbs | 383 | 400 | 3.73 | 149.5 |
| SLT 4x2 Crew Cab 169.5 in. WB | 11,280 lbs | 6,546 lbs | 4,450 lbs | 383 | 400 | 3.73 | 169.5 |
| Laramie 4x2 Crew Cab 169.5 in. WB | 11,260 lbs | 6,570 lbs | 4,430 lbs | 383 | 400 | 3.73 | 169.5 |
| SLT 4x2 Mega Cab 160.5 in. WB | 11,260 lbs | 6,571 lbs | 4,430 lbs | 383 | 400 | 3.73 | 160.5 |
| Laramie 4x4 Crew Cab 149.5 in. WB SRW | 11,250 lbs | 6,582 lbs | 4,170 lbs | 383 | 400 | 3.73 | 149.5 |
| Laramie 4x2 Mega Cab 160.5 in. WB | 11,200 lbs | 6,631 lbs | 4,370 lbs | 383 | 400 | 3.73 | 160.5 |
| ST 4x4 Crew Cab 169.5 in. WB | 11,170 lbs | 6,661 lbs | 4,640 lbs | 383 | 400 | 3.73 | 169.5 |
| Laramie Longhorn Edition 4x4 Crew Cab 149.5 in. WB SRW | 11,160 lbs | 6,671 lbs | 4,030 lbs | 383 | 400 | 3.73 | 149.5 |
| Laramie Longhorn Edition 4x2 Crew Cab 169.5 in. WB | 11,140 lbs | 6,686 lbs | 4,310 lbs | 383 | 400 | 3.73 | 169.5 |
| SLT 4x4 Crew Cab 169.5 in. WB | 11,140 lbs | 6,690 lbs | 4,610 lbs | 383 | 400 | 3.73 | 169.5 |
| Laramie Longhorn Edition 4x2 Mega Cab 160.5 in. WB | 11,080 lbs | 6,747 lbs | 4,250 lbs | 383 | 400 | 3.73 | 160.5 |
| SLT 4x4 Mega Cab 160.5 in. WB | 11,080 lbs | 6,747 lbs | 4,550 lbs | 383 | 400 | 3.73 | 160.5 |
| Laramie 4x4 Crew Cab 169.5 in. WB | 11,070 lbs | 6,761 lbs | 4,540 lbs | 383 | 400 | 3.73 | 169.5 |
| Laramie 4x4 Mega Cab 160.5 in. WB | 10,990 lbs | 6,841 lbs | 4,560 lbs | 383 | 400 | 3.73 | 160.5 |
| Laramie Longhorn Edition 4x4 Crew Cab 169.5 in. WB | 10,960 lbs | 6,866 lbs | 4,430 lbs | 383 | 400 | 3.73 | 169.5 |
| Laramie Longhorn Edition 4x4 Mega Cab 160.5 in. WB | 10,880 lbs | 6,949 lbs | 4,350 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.