2027 Ram 2500 Fifth-Wheel & Gooseneck Towing: Specs, Features, and Trim Guide
The 2027 Ram 2500 with the 6.7L Cummins HO Turbo Diesel tows up to 20,000 lbs with available fifth-wheel and gooseneck prep. That beats the V8's 17,740-lb maximum and adds a segment-first diesel option on the Power Wagon trim for 2027. Here is everything you need to know about Ram 2500 fifth-wheel and gooseneck towing, plus available inventory near Gulfport.
Fifth-Wheel and Gooseneck Towing on the 2027 Ram 2500: Feature Overview
The 2027 Ram 2500 is purpose-built for heavy hitch work. Fifth-wheel and gooseneck trailers transfer weight directly over the rear axle, demanding a truck with a stiff frame, a high-torque powertrain, and precision trailer-management technology. The Ram 2500 delivers on all three.
The available Fifth-Wheel/Gooseneck Prep Group equips the bed with a seven-pin connector, pre-drilled mounting holes for a fifth-wheel hitch or gooseneck ball, and mounting hole covers that keep the bed usable when the hitch is removed. This is a factory-engineered solution, not an afterthought.
The big news for 2027: the Power Wagon gains fifth-wheel and gooseneck preparation for the first time. That means Ram's most off-road-capable full-size pickup can now haul fifth-wheel loads in addition to its trail-ready duties, a combination no previous Power Wagon offered.
2027 Ram 2500 full specs and trim overview
Backing the hardware is the available 6.7L Cummins High-Output Turbo Diesel I6, producing 430 hp and 1,075 lb-ft of torque, paired to a TorqueFlite HD 8-speed automatic. The standard 6.4L HEMI V8 delivers 405 hp and 429 lb-ft. Both engines have the muscle for fifth-wheel and gooseneck applications; the diesel simply raises the ceiling.
How It Works: Fifth-Wheel and Gooseneck Prep on the Ram 2500
The Fifth-Wheel/Gooseneck Prep Group installs bed-mounted hardware that lets owners fit a compatible hitch without drilling. The seven-pin wiring connector handles trailer brake and lighting signals. Mounting hole covers drop in when the hitch is off, leaving the bed floor intact for cargo use.
The 3.42:1 rear axle ratio standard on diesel-equipped Ram 2500 trucks is calibrated specifically for heavy towing. Paired with the TorqueFlite HD 8-speed, the ratio delivers confident torque delivery in lower gears and a taller final drive in gears seven and eight for reduced noise and better highway fuel efficiency under load.
The Cummins diesel's 1,075 lb-ft of torque arrives at just 1,800 rpm. That low-rpm peak is what makes a diesel so effective pulling a loaded fifth-wheel or gooseneck up a grade: the engine is already deep in its torque band before the driver even asks for full throttle.
For Power Wagon diesel buyers, the standard 31-gallon fuel tank provides an estimated 600 miles of range. Long hauls to hunting camps, construction sites, or agricultural land south of Gulfport no longer require mid-route fuel stops to complete a loaded run.
The class-exclusive five-link coil rear suspension on the Ram 2500 maintains stability under fifth-wheel tongue weight better than traditional leaf-spring designs, improving both ride quality and handling when the hitch is loaded. An available automatic-leveling rear air suspension (on Rebel, Laramie, Limited Longhorn, and Limited trims) keeps the rear ride height consistent as tongue weight increases.
Across the Trims: Fifth-Wheel and Gooseneck Prep Availability
The Fifth-Wheel/Gooseneck Prep Group is available on or part of a package across virtually the entire 2027 Ram 2500 lineup. Here is how it breaks down by trim:
Tradesman
Available as a standalone option or part of a package. Also available with the Payload Upgrade Package, which raises GVWR to 11,040 lbs and unlocks the best-in-class 4,580-lb payload on the HEMI V8.
Black Express
Available as a standalone option on this trim. The Black Express is a value-focused entry that keeps the fifth-wheel prep accessible without requiring upper-level equipment groups.
Warlock
Available as a standalone option or part of a package. The Warlock adds off-road styling and all-terrain tires while keeping fifth-wheel and gooseneck prep within reach for buyers who want capability alongside appearance upgrades.
Big Horn / Lone Star
Available as an option or part of a package. Diesel configuration reaches up to 20,000 lbs of towing.
Power Wagon
The 2027 model year adds fifth-wheel and gooseneck prep for the first time on both the HEMI V8 and the new Cummins HO Turbo Diesel variants. This is a 2027-exclusive milestone for the Power Wagon nameplate.
Rebel
Available as an option or part of a package on this off-road-focused trim.
Laramie
Available as an option or part of a package. Auto-leveling rear air suspension is also available, improving load management during fifth-wheel hookup.
Limited Longhorn
Available as an option or part of a package. The Longhorn Level 1 Equipment Group includes the Tow Technology Group as standard, which adds the 360-degree surround camera and trailer reverse guidance critical for precision fifth-wheel hookup.
Limited
Available as an option or part of a package. The Limited Level 1 Equipment Group also includes the Tow Technology Group as standard equipment, matching the Longhorn's factory tow technology content.
Crew Cab and Mega Cab configurations with 6-ft. 4-in. beds are the most common setup for fifth-wheel towing, as the longer wheelbase improves stability and the cab-to-hitch geometry suits most fifth-wheel kingpin positions.
Real-World Benefit: What Fifth-Wheel and Gooseneck Prep Does for the Owner
Fifth-wheel and gooseneck trailers carry the heaviest legal loads a pickup can haul on public roads. Horse trailers, livestock haulers, large RVs, flatbed goosenecks loaded with equipment, and oversized campers all fall into this category.
For a contractor running a flatbed gooseneck between job sites in Gulfport and across the Gulf Coast region, the Tradesman or Big Horn with the Cummins diesel and Fifth-Wheel/Gooseneck Prep Group gives a factory-engineered tow setup without custom fabrication. The 20,000-lb tow rating covers most equipment combinations these operators encounter.
For a rancher or farmer hauling livestock in a gooseneck trailer, the Laramie or Limited with auto-leveling rear suspension keeps the truck level when the trailer weight shifts, reducing driver fatigue on long runs.
For the outdoor enthusiast towing a large fifth-wheel RV, the available Trailer Reverse Steering Control makes backing into a campsite manageable. The system lets the driver steer the trailer using the touchscreen or controls rather than fighting the steering wheel manually. The available Trailer-Tow Pages on the Uconnect 5 system display trailer tire pressure, brake output, and connector status on a single screen.
The available Blind-Spot Monitoring with Trailer Tow Detection System extends coverage to the full trailer length, not just the truck's body. On a 40-foot fifth-wheel rig, that coverage matters when changing lanes on Interstate 10 near Gulfport.
The 17-speaker Harman Kardon audio system with 900 watts and Interior Active Noise Cancellation, available on upper trims, keeps cabin noise low even when the diesel is working hard under load, an appreciated detail on all-day hauls.
The available fully digital rearview mirror with tow mode switches to a camera feed that clears the visual obstruction of a large fifth-wheel trailer body, giving the driver a clean view directly behind the rig.
How It Compares: Ram 2500 Fifth-Wheel Towing vs. the Segment
The Ram 2500 diesel's 20,000-lb tow rating is among the highest in the three-quarter-ton segment. The segment-first availability of the 6.7L Cummins HO Turbo Diesel in the Power Wagon for 2027 has no parallel in the heavy-duty off-road truck category.
The factory-installed Fifth-Wheel/Gooseneck Prep Group, including pre-drilled bed mounting holes and the seven-pin connector, matches or exceeds what competing trucks offer in the same class. Ram's class-exclusive heated power convex trailer tow mirrors with power-folding, power-telescoping, and mirror memory provide a visual advantage rivals do not replicate at the same specification level.
The Trailer Reverse Steering Control is a genuine differentiator. It actively steers the trailer in response to driver input through the truck's own steering system, a solution competitors have not matched across the Ram 2500's full trim range.
The segment-first 10.25-inch front passenger interactive display (available on upper trims) lets a co-driver monitor trailer camera feeds or navigation without touching the driver's screen, a practical advantage on long-haul fifth-wheel trips.
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See the 2027 Ram 2500 Fifth-Wheel Ready at Champion CDJR in Gulfport
Fifth-wheel and gooseneck hauling demands a truck spec'd correctly from the factory. The 2027 Ram 2500 with the Fifth-Wheel/Gooseneck Prep Group, available Cummins HO Turbo Diesel, and Ram's full suite of trailer-management technology is that truck. Champion CDJR of Gulfport stocks 2027 Ram 2500 models and can help match the right cab, bed, and powertrain to your specific towing needs.
Frequently Asked Questions
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