2027 Ram 3500 vs 2027 Ford F-350: Which Heavy-Duty Truck Wins?

2027 Ram 3500

The Ram 3500's 6.7-liter Cummins HO turbo diesel produces 430 horsepower at 2,800 rpm and 1,075 lb-ft of torque at 1,800 rpm, paired to the TorqueFlite HD 8-speed automatic.

Where the Ram closes ground is in real-world towing configuration. The Ram 3500 diesel posts a 37,020-lb max tow rating in its top conventional configuration. For conventional trailer towing, the Ram 3500 diesel outpulls the F-350's 30,000-lb conventional max by a wide margin.

On the gas side, the Ram 3500 HEMI V8 produces 405 horsepower and 429 lb-ft of torque through an 8-speed automatic.

The Ram 3500 also gains a new 2027 update: the 4x4 SRW Regular Cab and Crew Cab with the 6.4-liter HEMI V8 now offer a maximum GVWR of 11,440 lbs, up 400 lbs over 2026. Ram 3500 HEMI V8 max payload reaches 7,580 lbs.

2027 Ford F-350

The F-350's available 6.7-liter Power Stroke HO diesel steps ahead in both horsepower (500 hp at 2,600 rpm) and torque (1,200 lb-ft at 1,600 rpm) when fully equipped. On paper, the Ford diesel has a meaningful output advantage.

The F-350 diesel reaches 40,000 lbs only in gooseneck form.

The F-350 gas V8 produces 420 horsepower and 445 lb-ft through a 10-speed automatic. Neither gas figure leads by a decisive margin, but the F-350's additional two gear ratios give it a slight efficiency and refinement advantage at highway speeds.

F-350 gas max payload reaches 7,900 lbs, making these two trucks roughly equal in gas payload capability.

2027 Ram 3500

The Ram 3500 holds the segment's most refined interior by most objective measures. Available across Laramie, Limited Longhorn, and Limited trims, the cabin offers heated and ventilated leather-trimmed bucket seats, a leather-wrapped column shifter, a front passenger interactive display (class-exclusive), and dual wireless charging pads (also class-exclusive). Mega Cab models add class-exclusive reclining and forward fold-flat rear seats.

Front headroom in the Crew Cab measures 40.9 inches with 40.9 inches of legroom. Rear headroom reaches 39.8 inches in the Crew Cab and 40.3 inches in the Mega Cab. Rear legroom extends to 43.1 inches in the Mega Cab, the most in the segment.

The Ram 3500 also offers class-exclusive RamBox cargo management, an available 50-gallon fuel tank on Crew Cab 8-ft box configurations, and relocatable bed anchor points with LED lighting.

The Ram 3500's class-exclusive rear in-floor storage bins are large enough to fit a 4-inch drop hitch. Bed access is handled by an available Mopar bed step on the Ram.

2027 Ford F-350

The F-350 offers a competitive interior across its Lariat, King Ranch, and Platinum trims. Platinum models add Max Recline Front Seats and a twin-panel moonroof with the Platinum Plus Package. Ford offers a Carhartt Package on XLT models with heavy-duty cloth seating and weather-resistant floor mats, which appeals to buyers who prioritize worksite durability over luxury.

Both trucks offer substantial under-seat and in-floor storage. Bed access is handled by an integrated bed step on the F-350's Platinum Plus Package.

2027 Ram 3500

The Ram 3500's available 14.5-inch Uconnect 5 touchscreen is the largest in the class. It is paired with a 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster, an available 10.25-inch front passenger interactive display (class-exclusive), and an available Digital Rearview Mirror 3.0 with tow mode. Standard technology across all Ram 3500 trims includes a 12-inch Uconnect 5 touchscreen (on Power Wagon and above), integrated trailer brake controller, ParkView rear backup camera with dynamic gridlines, and ParkSense front and rear park assist.

Standard safety on the Ram 3500 includes adaptive cruise control (class-exclusive standard), Blind-spot Monitoring with trailer coverage, Pedestrian Detection, and Rear Cross Path detection. Available packages add Active Lane Management, Drowsy Driver Detection, Traffic Sign Recognition, and adaptive steering.

The Ram Tow Technology Group adds a 360-degree surround view camera, trailer reverse guidance, and a trailer tire pressure monitoring system. The Tow Technology Plus Group adds the Digital Rearview Mirror 3.0 and trailer reverse steering control.

2027 Ford F-350

The F-350 leads with SYNC 4, standard Pre-Collision Assist with Automatic Emergency Braking, and a connected navigation system. Ford's available Ford Co-Pilot360 2.0 package adds Pro Trailer Backup Assist and Pro Trailer Hitch Assist on King Ranch and above. The F-350's standard 12-inch center display is capable but smaller than the Ram's maximum screen. Ford does offer an available head-up display, which the Ram does not list in verified specs.

Ram 3500 safety and technology features

2027 Ram 3500

On the warranty side, the Ram 3500 powertrain limited warranty runs 5 years or 100,000 miles on diesel and 5 years or 60,000 miles on gas. Diesel roadside assistance coverage runs 5 years or 100,000 miles, and gas roadside assistance runs 5 years or 60,000 miles.

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On fuel range, the Ram 3500 Crew Cab with the 8-ft box offers an available 50-gallon tank. The Power Wagon diesel variant pairs a 31-gallon tank with Cummins diesel efficiency for an estimated 600-mile range, making it a practical choice for remote work or overlanding.

The Ram 3500's standard content advantage is measurable at the upper trims. Adaptive cruise control is standard across all Ram 3500 configurations. Blind-spot monitoring with trailer coverage is standard on Power Wagon, Rebel, Laramie, Limited Longhorn, and Limited.

2027 Ford F-350

The F-350 powertrain warranty runs 5 years or 60,000 miles on gas, and 5 years or 100,000 miles on diesel. The F-350 bumper-to-bumper coverage is 3 years or 36,000 miles.

The F-350 tops out at 48 gallons in its largest tank configuration.

On the F-350, blind-spot warning is standard only from XLT upward.

Choose the 2027 Ram 3500 If

Choose the 2027 Ram 3500 if you tow with conventional hitches and want maximum conventional tow capacity, the most refined heavy-duty interior, a class-leading infotainment screen, the legendary Power Wagon off-road package with Cummins diesel now available for the first time, or class-exclusive features like the disconnecting front sway bar and five-link coil suspension on 2500 variants. Buyers in Gulfport and across the Gulf Coast region who work in demanding terrain or want a truck that doubles as a premium daily driver will find the Ram 3500 difficult to match.

Choose the 2027 Ford F-350 If

Choose the 2027 Ford F-350 if your work requires maximum gooseneck tow capacity (40,000 lbs with diesel), maximum diesel payload, or if you prefer Ford's SYNC 4 connectivity ecosystem with YouTube streaming and Alexa Built-in. The F-350 also suits buyers who want a Carhartt-specific worksite package or Ford's Pro Trailer Hitch Assist technology.

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