2027 Ram 3500: What's New, Trims, Specs & Towing Capability

The 2027 Ram 3500 with the 6.7-liter Cummins HO turbo diesel now tows up to 37,020 lbs., a figure no competitor matches. That headline number rises alongside a 400-lb. GVWR increase on select 4x4 SRW gas models over 2026. Read on for every trim, spec, and update, then check available inventory at Champion CDJR of Gulfport.

What's New for 2027

The single biggest story for 2027 is the arrival of the Cummins HO turbo diesel in the Power Wagon, but the Ram 3500 lineup also picks up meaningful capability and equipment changes across the board.

GVWR and payload gains. Select Ram 3500 4x4 SRW Regular Cab and Crew Cab trucks equipped with the 6.4-liter HEMI V8 now carry a maximum GVWR of 11,440 lbs. That is a 400-lb. increase over the 2026 figure, translating directly into higher payload capacity.

New Symbol of Protest V8 badge. Every heavy-duty Ram equipped with the 6.4-liter HEMI V8 gains a new Symbol of Protest fender badge. Tradesman, Warlock, Rebel, Power Wagon, and trucks with the Night Edition Package receive the badge in Satin Black.

Expanded package access. The Sport Appearance Package and Night Edition Package are now available on trucks equipped with Level 1 and Level 2 equipment groups. Previously those packages required Level 1 Plus or Level 2 Plus groupings. The sport performance hood is now offered as a standalone option on Rebel and Power Wagon, and on Big Horn models paired with the Night Edition or Sport Appearance Package.

New exterior colors. Serrano Green Metallic and Tank Clear-Coat join the palette for 2027, both arriving at late availability.

Towing technology. The Tow Technology Plus Group, which adds a Digital Rearview Mirror 3.0 and Trailer Reverse Steering Control, remains available across all trims and represents the most complete factory towing tech package Ram offers.

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Trim Lineup

The 2027 Ram 3500 spans nine trims, from stripped-down work truck to a full luxury hauler. All nine are available with either powertrain.

Tradesman

is the starting point. It comes standard with the 6.4-liter HEMI V8, an 8.4-inch Uconnect radio, ParkView rear backup camera, and an integrated trailer brake controller. A Regular Cab 8-foot box or Crew Cab body is available.

Black Express

adds a sport-forward blacked-out appearance treatment on a Crew Cab body.

Warlock

targets buyers who want an off-road appearance with value-oriented pricing. It comes standard as a 4x4 Crew Cab.

Big Horn / Lone Star

is the volume trim. It adds power seating, a 12-inch Uconnect 5 radio as part of the Level 1 Plus group, heated front seats in the Level 2 group, and the new Night Edition and Sport Appearance Package access. Laramie models gain expanded RamBox availability and optional body-color fender flares in 2027.

Rebel

is Ram's balanced off-road trim. It comes exclusively in 4x4 with electronic-locking rear differential, Bilstein shocks off-road suspension, and allotment for an available Warn electric winch on HEMI V8 models.

Power Wagon

sits above the Rebel as the most capable production full-size pickup in the segment. It receives a dedicated section below.

Laramie

opens the luxury tier with heated and ventilated leather seats, auto-leveling rear air suspension as an option, rain-sensing wipers, and a power-release tailgate.

Limited Longhorn /Limited

top the lineup with standard 14.5-inch Uconnect 5, a 17-speaker Harman Kardon audio system, standard Tow Technology Group, Safety Group, and power running boards. The Limited brings the most premium interior finish in the segment.

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Performance & Powertrain

Two engines cover every buyer in the 3500 lineup.

6.4-liter HEMI V8 Output: 405 hp at 5,600 rpm and 429 lb.-ft. of torque at 4,000 rpm. It pairs with the TorqueFlite 8HP75-LCV eight-speed automatic transmission. Axle ratio options are 3.73 and 4.10. Maximum towing on the Ram 3500 with this engine reaches 18,140 lbs., and maximum payload on a DRW configuration reaches 7,580 lbs.

6.7-liter Cummins HO Turbo Diesel I-6 Output: 430 hp at 2,800 rpm and 1,075 lb.-ft. of torque at 1,800 rpm. It pairs with the TorqueFlite HD 8AP1075 eight-speed automatic and a single 3.42 axle ratio. Maximum towing on the Ram 3500 DRW reaches 37,020 lbs., a segment-leading number. The dual Group 65 batteries (730 CCA each) and a standard 31-gallon fuel tank support the diesel's long-haul demands.

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Both transmissions share the same five clutch-pack gear ratio set (4.71 first gear through 0.67 eighth gear) and include torque converter lock with a turbine torsional damper for low lock-up speeds in every gear.

Interior, Comfort & Cargo

The Ram 3500 cabin is wide at 65.9 inches of front shoulder room and carries 40.9 inches of front legroom across all cab styles. Rear passengers in the Mega Cab gain 43.1 inches of legroom, the most in the lineup.

Entry-level Tradesman models offer cloth bench or bucket seating. Upper trims progress through heated cloth, heated and ventilated leather-trimmed buckets, and on Limited Longhorn and Limited models, full Natura Plus leather with embossed badging and leather-wrapped column shifters.

The Power Wagon Level 2 Equipment Group adds extended leather touchpoints to the grab handles and column shifter for an elevated feel. The Limited's interior uses premium full-leather door panels and an aluminum lithography instrument panel bezel with Piano Black Silverline trim.

Cargo flexibility is class-forward. The 6-foot 4-inch box holds 57.5 cubic feet (SAE) and the 8-foot box expands to 74.7 cubic feet. The class-exclusive RamBox cargo management system is standard on Limited Longhorn and Limited and optional on several other trims, adding secure, lockable, weatherproof bed-side storage with LED lighting.

A dampened tailgate (Big Horn Level 2 and above), power-release tailgate (Laramie and above), and available deployable bed step round out the bed utility options. The optional Bed Utility Group adds a spray-in bedliner, LED bed lighting, and a Mopar bed step as a packaged upgrade on most trims.

Ram 3500 Interior Features

Technology & Infotainment

Ram's screen strategy scales by trim. Tradesman, Black Express, and Warlock start with the 8.4-inch Uconnect radio. Power Wagon, Rebel, and Big Horn models gain the 12-inch Uconnect 5 as standard or as part of a Level group. Limited Longhorn and Limited receive the 14.5-inch Uconnect 5 as standard, and it is an optional upgrade on Power Wagon, Rebel, and Laramie through Level 2 groups.

The 14.5-inch screen is the largest available touchscreen in the HD segment. Uconnect 5 features and connectivity When paired with the optional front passenger interactive display, both front occupants control separate content simultaneously.

A 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster is available across the lineup. The optional Digital Rearview Mirror 3.0 (included in the Tow Technology Plus Group) overlays a wide-angle camera feed over the mirror glass, eliminating blind spots caused by long loads or capped beds.

Connectivity features include class-exclusive dual wireless phone charging (available from Big Horn Level 2 upward), integrated connectivity ports, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, and SiriusXM. Sound system choices run from a base six-speaker unit on Tradesman to a nine-speaker Alpine system on mid-tier trims and a 17-speaker Harman Kardon system on Rebel Level 2, Power Wagon Level 2, Limited Longhorn, and Limited.

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Safety & Driver Assistance

Adaptive cruise control is standard on every 2027 Ram 3500 trim. ParkView rear backup camera with dynamic gridlines is also standard across the board. ParkSense front and rear park assist is standard from Big Horn / Lone Star upward and available on lower trims through packages.

The Safety Group, available on all trims and standard on Limited Longhorn and Limited, adds Blind-spot Monitoring with trailer coverage, Rear Cross Path Detection, Forward Collision Mitigation (Automatic Emergency Braking), Active Lane Management, Drowsy Driver Detection, Traffic Sign Recognition, adaptive steering, and rain-sensing wipers.

The Tow Technology Group adds a 360-degree surround view camera, trailer reverse guidance, trailer tire pressure monitoring, and a cargo-view camera. The Tow Technology Plus Group builds on that with a Digital Rearview Mirror 3.0 and Trailer Reverse Steering Control, making fifth-wheel and gooseneck maneuvering more straightforward.

2027 Ram 3500 Standard and Available Safety Features

Who It's For / vs. the Prior Year

The 2027 Ram 3500 is the right choice for buyers who need the most towing capacity available in a production pickup, operators moving fifth-wheel or gooseneck loads consistently, and tradespeople who want a GVWR-rated hauler with genuine luxury available.

Compared to the 2026 model, the 2027 gains a 400-lb. GVWR increase on select 4x4 SRW HEMI gas configurations, new Symbol of Protest V8 badging, broader access to the Sport Appearance and Night Edition Packages, and the standalone sport performance hood option on Rebel and Power Wagon. The new Serrano Green Metallic and Tank Clear-Coat colors also give buyers fresh personalization options.

Buyers who already own a 2026 Ram 3500 with the diesel and are satisfied with their current payload and towing numbers will find the 2027 to be an incremental update. Those stepping up from a 2025 or earlier model will notice the expanded technology packages and the capability improvements most clearly.

See the 2027 Ram 3500 at Champion CDJR of Gulfport

Champion CDJR of Gulfport stocks the 2027 Ram 3500 lineup, from the work-ready Tradesman to the maximum-tow Cummins diesel DRW. Buyers in Gulfport and across the Gulf Coast area can browse current availability, configure a trim, or arrange a test drive today.

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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 6.7-liter Cummins HO turbo diesel in a DRW (dual rear wheel) configuration. The 6.4-liter HEMI V8 in DRW trim reaches up to 18,140 lbs.

What engines are available on the 2027 Ram 3500?

Two engines are available. The 6.4-liter HEMI V8 produces 405 hp and 429 lb.-ft. of torque. The 6.7-liter Cummins HO turbo diesel produces 430 hp and 1,075 lb.-ft. of torque. Both pair with an eight-speed automatic transmission.

What is new on the 2027 Ram 3500 compared to 2026?

Key updates include a 400-lb. GVWR increase on select 4x4 SRW HEMI models, a new Symbol of Protest V8 fender badge, expanded Sport Appearance and Night Edition Package availability to Level 1 and Level 2 equipment groups, a standalone sport performance hood option, and two new exterior colors.

What is the maximum payload on the 2027 Ram 3500?

The Ram 3500 DRW with the 6.4-liter HEMI V8 carries up to 7,580 lbs. of payload. The Cummins diesel DRW reaches up to 6,460 lbs. of payload.

Does the 2027 Ram 3500 support fifth-wheel and gooseneck towing?

Yes. The Fifth-wheel / Gooseneck Prep Group is available across most 3500 trims and is included in the Max Towing Package. It adds bed-mounted mounting holes, a seven-pin connector, and mounting hole covers.

What screen sizes does the 2027 Ram 3500 offer?

The 2027 Ram 3500 is available with an 8.4-inch Uconnect radio on base trims, a 12-inch Uconnect 5 on mid-range trims, and the largest-in-class 14.5-inch Uconnect 5 on upper trims. An optional front passenger interactive display is available with the 14.5-inch screen.

Is the Warn winch available on the 2027 Ram 3500?

The Warn front electric 12,000-lb. winch is available on Rebel models with the 6.4-liter HEMI V8. It is no longer tied to a required equipment group and can be selected as a standalone option on eligible trims.