2027 Ram 3500 Towing Technology: Trailer Reverse Steering, Cameras & Smart Systems

The 2027 Ram 3500 tows up to 37,020 lbs and backs trailers with available Trailer Reverse Steering Control. That figure is 37,020 lbs with the High-Output 6.7L Cummins diesel, a 1,075 lb-ft torque figure unmatched in the segment. This page breaks down every towing technology feature and how to find them on current inventory at Champion CDJR.

Towing Technology Feature Overview

The 2027 Ram 3500 carries the largest towing technology suite in its class. Where older systems stopped at a backup camera and an integrated trailer brake controller, the 3500 now layers camera networks, digital mirror integration, trailer tire monitoring, and steering-assist into a cohesive system built to handle everything from enclosed car haulers to fifth-wheel livestock trailers.

The headline numbers back that up. The High-Output 6.7L Cummins Turbo Diesel I6 produces 430 hp and 1,075 lb-ft of torque at just 1,800 rpm. That torque peak arrives low in the rpm band, which matters in real towing situations: starting a loaded trailer on a Gulf Coast boat ramp, merging onto I-10 with weight behind you, or climbing a highway grade with a flatbed. The TorqueFlite Heavy Duty 8-speed automatic transmission manages gear selection with adaptive electronic control and torque converter lock available in all eight forward gears, keeping power delivery smooth and consistent under load.

Payload capability on the 3500 reaches 7,580 lbs with the 6.4L HEMI V8, and an available 50-gallon fuel tank (on Crew Cab models with an 8-foot bed) extends range for long hauls. That is the largest available fuel tank in the segment.

2027 Ram 3500 full specs and trims

How the Towing Technology Works

Trailer Reverse Steering Control

Backing a trailer is the skill that frustrates most drivers. The 2027 Ram 3500 makes it systematic. Available Trailer Reverse Steering Control gives the driver a dedicated knob on the center console. Turn the knob in the direction you want the trailer to go, and the system steers the truck's front wheels accordingly. The driver controls speed and braking; the system manages steering geometry. It works whether the trailer is a short utility trailer or a long fifth-wheel rig.

This feature is part of the available Tow Technology Plus Group.

360-Degree Surround View Camera System

The available 360-degree surround view camera system stitches feeds from multiple cameras into a composite overhead view of the truck and immediate surroundings. This is part of the available Tow Technology Group, alongside a center stop lamp cargo-view camera that shows what is directly behind the bed. Both feeds are accessible through the available Uconnect touchscreen.

Digital Rearview Mirror 3.0

The available Digital Rearview Mirror 3.0 replaces the traditional mirror with an LCD screen fed by a rear-facing camera. When towing, a conventional mirror shows the side of a trailer instead of what is behind it. The digital system displays the actual road behind the trailer. When paired with the Tow Technology Plus Group, the system integrates exterior mirror cameras to show left and right views alongside the truck-trailer combination.

Blind-Spot Monitoring with Trailer Tow Detection System

The available Blind-Spot Monitoring with Trailer Tow Detection System extends radar coverage along the length of the trailer, not just the truck body. Drivers pulling a 40-foot trailer receive the same blind-spot alerts on the full combined length of their rig, not just the cab. This is a class-exclusive available feature on the Ram Heavy Duty lineup.

Trailer Tire Pressure Monitoring

The available 12-inch Digital Cluster Display reads live tire pressure for up to four trailers. This is part of the available Tow Technology Group. Drivers heading out of Gulfport toward longer interstate runs on I-10 can verify trailer tire pressure before merging onto the highway, without stopping to check manually.

Integrated Trailer Brake Controller

Every 2027 Ram 3500 includes a standard integrated trailer brake controller. There is no aftermarket unit to wire in. The controller works with the truck's braking system and adjusts proportionally under deceleration.

Available Automatic Smart Exhaust Brake

The available Automatic Smart Exhaust Brake uses the diesel engine's exhaust system to generate additional braking force when descending grades. This reduces heat buildup in the friction brakes during sustained downhill towing.

2027 Ram 3500 powertrain details

Across the Trims

The 2027 Ram 3500 is offered in seven trims: Tradesman, Black Express, Warlock, Big Horn/Lone Star, Laramie, Limited Longhorn, and Limited. The towing technology stack is modular across all of them. Here is how it distributes:

Equipment Group	Availability	Features
Standard Equipment	Standard on all trims	Integrated trailer brake controller ParkView rear backup camera with dynamic gridlines Standard Snowplow Prep capability Heavy-duty four-wheel disc antilock brakes Standard adaptive cruise control
Tow Technology Group	Available on all trims	360-degree surround view camera system Center stop lamp cargo-view camera Trailer reverse guidance Blind-Spot Monitoring with Trailer Tow Detection System Trailer tire pressure monitoring system
Tow Technology Plus Group	Available on all trims	Digital Rearview Mirror 3.0 with exterior mirror camera integration Trailer Reverse Steering Control
Fifth-Wheel/Gooseneck Prep Group	Available across most trim levels	Factory-installed rear-axle structural crossmember with integrated mounting hardware. This package gives buyers who pull fifth-wheel or gooseneck trailers a factory-installed foundation rather than an aftermarket crossmember retrofit.

The Automatic Smart Exhaust Brake is available with the diesel powertrain across all trims.

Screen access: The available 14.5-inch Uconnect 5 touchscreen (the largest in the segment) is standard on Limited and Limited Longhorn trims and available at the equipment-group level on Laramie. The 12-inch Uconnect 5 is standard on Tradesman, Black Express, Warlock, and Big Horn/Lone Star. Towing-specific navigation and trailer tow info pages are part of the Uconnect 5 system when equipped.

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Real-World Benefit for Owners Near Gulfport

Drivers using the Ram 3500 in the Gulfport area deal with specific towing conditions: boat ramps along the Mississippi Sound, gravel access roads to hunting camps in Harrison County, and long interstate hauls on I-10 and I-59 carrying livestock or construction equipment. Each of those situations puts a different demand on the towing system.

Trailer Reverse Steering Control removes the guesswork from backing a boat trailer down a crowded ramp. The surround-view camera shows obstacles a conventional mirror setup misses on tight camp roads. Trailer tire pressure monitoring reduces the risk of a blowout-related accident on long highway stretches between stops. And the Automatic Smart Exhaust Brake protects friction brakes during descents on Highway 49 or any other grade-heavy route.

The available 50-gallon fuel tank on Crew Cab models with an 8-foot bed is relevant for Gulf Coast and regional contractors. Fewer fuel stops on a day of job-site runs translates directly into productive hours.

Payload reaches 7,580 lbs on the Ram 3500, which covers most regional hauling needs: a loaded flatbed of lumber, a skid steer on a trailer, or a pair of side-by-sides for hunting season. The 6.7L Cummins diesel delivers that 37,020-lb tow rating through the 3.42 rear axle ratio, a setup optimized for confident low-end pull and improved highway fuel efficiency through taller seventh and eighth gear ratios.

trailering mirrors showing a ram 3500 hauling a trailer

How It Compares

No other truck in the heavy-duty segment combines a factory-integrated Trailer Reverse Steering Control, a digital rearview mirror with trailer-length blind-spot coverage, live trailer tire pressure monitoring on the digital cluster, a 50-gallon available fuel tank, and a 37,020-lb tow rating in one lineup. Competitors offer individual pieces of this system across their own available packages, but the Ram 3500 has made the full suite accessible from the base Tradesman trim through the Limited via optional groups.

The largest-in-class 14.5-inch Uconnect 5 touchscreen is a direct differentiator at the tech level. Rival systems in this class use smaller primary screens. The available 12-inch digital cluster with live trailer tire data is separate from the infotainment screen, meaning towing information stays visible without the driver navigating away from a map or audio screen.

The class-exclusive available heated power convex trailer tow mirrors with power-folding, power-telescoping, and memory settings address a gap that drivers who switch between towing and daily use notice immediately: not having to manually adjust mirrors every time the truck unhitches.

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Get Behind a 2027 Ram 3500 at Champion CDJR

The full towing technology suite on the 2027 Ram 3500 is best understood from behind the wheel with a trailer attached. Champion CDJR of Gulfport stocks current Ram 3500 inventory across trims, and the team can walk through which equipment groups include the features that match your specific hauling work.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the maximum towing capacity of the 2027 Ram 3500?

The 2027 Ram 3500 tows up to 37,020 lbs when equipped with the High-Output 6.7L Cummins Turbo Diesel I6 engine.

What does Trailer Reverse Steering Control do on the 2027 Ram 3500?

Trailer Reverse Steering Control lets the driver use a console knob to direct the trailer's path while backing up. The system manages the truck's steering inputs automatically. It is part of the available Tow Technology Plus Group.

Does the 2027 Ram 3500 have blind-spot monitoring for trailers?

Yes. Available Blind-Spot Monitoring with Trailer Tow Detection System extends radar coverage along the full length of the trailer, not just the truck cab.

What screens display towing information on the 2027 Ram 3500?

The available 12-inch Digital Cluster Display shows live trailer tire pressure readings, trailer light status, trailer brake status, and tow-specific navigation. The available 14.5-inch Uconnect 5 touchscreen is the largest in the segment and hosts the Uconnect towing pages and navigation system.

Is the fifth-wheel/gooseneck prep available on the 2027 Ram 3500?

Yes. The Fifth-Wheel/Gooseneck Prep Group includes a factory-installed rear-axle structural crossmember with mounting hardware and is available across most Ram 3500 trim levels.