What’s New for the 2027 Ram 2500 & 3500 Heavy Duty
430 hp
Cummins High-Output
1,075 lb-ft
Diesel Torque
37,020 lbs
Max Towing (3500)
4,580 lbs
Best-in-Class 2500 Payload
Quick Answer
The 2027 Ram Heavy Duty’s biggest change is the first-ever Cummins-powered Ram 2500 Power Wagon, rated at 430 hp and 1,075 lb-ft. Other key updates:
- New $835 Payload Upgrade Package for HEMI 2500s: up to 4,580 lbs payload (best in class).
- Select Ram 3500 HEMI models gain 400 lbs of GVWR and payload.
- New Ram 2500 Emergency Response Vehicle for fleet customers.
- More standalone options, a Symbol of Protest V8 badge and two new colors.
- Max towing up to 37,020 lbs (Ram 3500 Cummins HO).
Headline Update
Ram 2500 Power Wagon Gets the Cummins
Power Wagon fans have asked for diesel power for years. For 2027, Ram delivers: the most off-road-capable heavy-duty pickup is now available with the 6.7L Cummins High-Output turbo diesel I-6.
- ✓430 horsepower and 1,075 lb-ft of torque through a TorqueFlite HD 8-speed automatic
- ✓Offered as a 4WD Crew Cab with a 6-ft 4-in bed
- ✓First Power Wagon available with fifth-wheel/gooseneck prep and auto-leveling rear air suspension
- ✓Skid plates protect the fuel tank, DEF tank and transfer case
- ✓Sport performance hood, Satin Black accents, 20-in Satin Black wheels and 34-in all-terrain tires
- ✓Reported starting price: $89,560 including destination
Prefer gas? The 6.4L HEMI V8 Power Wagon stays in the lineup and brings back an optional beadlock-capable wheel for low-pressure trail running.
All 2027 Ram Heavy Duty Updates
Beyond the Power Wagon, Ram focused on capability and configurability, so you can build the 2500 or 3500 that fits your work, trailer and budget.
Ram 2500 HEMI
Payload Upgrade Package
For $835 MSRP, this package adds a 3500 frame, 3500 leaf springs and an anti-spin rear differential.
- GVWR rises from 10,000 to 11,040 lbs
- Best-in-class 2500 payload of 4,580 lbs
- Tradesman, Big Horn/Lone Star, Laramie, Limited, Limited Longhorn
Ram 3500 HEMI
Higher GVWR
4WD single-rear-wheel Regular Cab 8-ft and Crew Cab 6-ft 4-in trucks with the 6.4L HEMI now offer a max GVWR of 11,440 lbs, adding 400 lbs of GVWR and payload compared with 2026.
Fleet
Ram 2500 ERV
The new Ram 2500 Emergency Response Vehicle is Ram’s first pursuit-capable three-quarter-ton truck, built for police, fire and rescue agencies and sold to fleet customers. Ask our Police Pursuit Vehicles team in Salem.
Easier Ordering
More Standalone Options
- Sport Appearance and Night Edition packages now on Level 1 and Level 2 groups
- Sport performance hood standalone on Rebel, Power Wagon and select Big Horn
- Warn electric winch standalone on HEMI Rebel and Power Wagon
- Anti-spin rear differential standalone on 2500 Tradesman
Laramie
RamBox & Fender Flares
Laramie models gain wider availability of the class-exclusive RamBox cargo management system, plus new optional body-color fender flares.
Style
New Badge & Colors
HEMI trucks wear a new Symbol of Protest V8 fender badge, in Satin Black on Tradesman, Black Express, Warlock, Rebel, Power Wagon and Night Edition trucks.
New paint: Serrano Green Metallic and Tank Clear-Coat (late availability).
2027 Ram 2500 & 3500 Engines
Choose proven gas simplicity or the torque of the Cummins diesel. Both engines use an 8-speed TorqueFlite automatic.
| Engine | Horsepower | Torque | Transmission |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6.4L HEMI V8 | 405 hp | 429 lb-ft | TorqueFlite 8HP75-LCV 8-speed |
| 6.7L Cummins High-Output Turbo Diesel I-6 | 430 hp | 1,075 lb-ft | TorqueFlite HD 8-speed |
2027 Ram Heavy Duty Towing & Payload
Whether you’re pulling a camper to Patoka Lake or a gooseneck full of equipment down I-64, here’s how the 2027 lineup stacks up.
| Model | Max Towing | Max Payload |
|---|---|---|
| Ram 2500 6.4L HEMI V8 | Up to 17,740 lbs | Up to 4,580 lbs |
| Ram 2500 6.7L Cummins HO | Up to 20,000 lbs | Up to 3,990 lbs |
| Ram 3500 6.4L HEMI V8 | Up to 18,140 lbs | Up to 7,580 lbs |
| Ram 3500 6.7L Cummins HO | Up to 37,020 lbs | Up to 6,460 lbs |
Ratings are preliminary manufacturer figures and vary by configuration. Properly equipped.
Suspension Built for the Load
The Ram 2500 uses a five-link coil rear suspension for segment-leading ride quality, with an available class-exclusive automatic-leveling rear air suspension. The Ram 3500 keeps its Hotchkiss leaf springs and offers an exclusive supplemental rear air system.
Towing Technology
Available digital rearview mirror with tow mode, Trailer Reverse Steering Control, Blind-spot Monitoring with Trailer Tow Detection, heated power-folding and power-telescoping trailer tow mirrors with memory, and Trailer-Tow Pages for full trailer monitoring.
Interior & Tech
The Most Screen Coverage in Its Class
- ✓Available 14.5-inch Uconnect 5 touchscreen, the largest in class
- ✓Segment-first 10.25-inch passenger screen
- ✓12.3-inch digital instrument cluster and digital rearview mirror
- ✓Class-exclusive dual wireless phone charging
- ✓Class-exclusive RamBox, relocatable bed anchors and LED bed lighting
Trims & Configurations
TradesmanBlack ExpressWarlockBig HornLaramieRebelPower WagonLimitedLimited Longhorn
- 2WD or 4WD
- Regular Cab, 8-ft bed
- Crew Cab, 6-ft 4-in or 8-ft bed
- Mega Cab, 6-ft 4-in bed (4WD only)
Built at Saltillo Truck Assembly Plant. In dealerships starting August 2026.
Why Buy Your 2027 Ram From John Jones
Family-owned and serving Southern Indiana and the Louisville area for more than 40 years, John Jones Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram Fiat in Corydon is your local home for Ram Heavy Duty trucks, just off I-64.
Heavy Duty Selection
From work-ready Tradesman to Limited Longhorn, plus commercial and upfit trucks for your business.
Easy Financing & Trade
Apply for financing online and get a KBB trade-in value before you visit.
Certified Mopar Service
ASE-certified technicians keep your HEMI or Cummins running strong. Schedule service online.
2027 Ram Heavy Duty FAQs
What’s new for the 2027 Ram 2500 and 3500?
The 2027 Ram Heavy Duty adds the 6.7L Cummins High-Output turbo diesel to the Ram 2500 Power Wagon for the first time, a new $835 Payload Upgrade Package for HEMI 2500s with a best-in-class 4,580-lb payload, a 400-lb GVWR increase on select Ram 3500 HEMI models, a new Ram 2500 Emergency Response Vehicle for fleets, more standalone options, a Symbol of Protest V8 badge and new Serrano Green Metallic and Tank Clear-Coat paint.
Can you get the 2027 Ram Power Wagon with a Cummins diesel?
Yes. The 2027 Ram 2500 Power Wagon is offered with the 6.7L Cummins High-Output turbo diesel I-6 (430 hp, 1,075 lb-ft) and a TorqueFlite HD 8-speed automatic. It comes as a 4WD Crew Cab with a 6-ft 4-in bed and can be ordered with fifth-wheel/gooseneck prep and automatic-leveling rear air suspension.
How much does the 2027 Ram Power Wagon Cummins cost?
The 2027 Ram 2500 Power Wagon Cummins has a reported starting price of $89,560 including destination. Contact us for current pricing and Ram incentives.
How much can the 2027 Ram Heavy Duty tow?
Preliminary max towing is up to 17,740 lbs for the Ram 2500 HEMI, 20,000 lbs for the Ram 2500 Cummins HO, 18,140 lbs for the Ram 3500 HEMI and 37,020 lbs for the Ram 3500 Cummins HO.
What is the 2027 Ram 2500 Payload Upgrade Package?
It’s an $835 option for most HEMI-powered Ram 2500 trucks that adds a 3500 frame, 3500 leaf springs and an anti-spin rear differential. GVWR climbs from 10,000 to 11,040 lbs, for a best-in-class 2500 payload of up to 4,580 lbs. It’s offered on Tradesman, Big Horn/Lone Star, Laramie, Limited and Limited Longhorn.
What engines are available in the 2027 Ram 2500 and 3500?
Two: the 6.4L HEMI V8 (405 hp, 429 lb-ft) with an 8-speed TorqueFlite automatic, and the 6.7L Cummins High-Output turbo diesel I-6 (430 hp, 1,075 lb-ft) with a TorqueFlite HD 8-speed automatic.
What trims are offered on the 2027 Ram Heavy Duty?
Tradesman, Black Express, Warlock, Big Horn, Laramie, Rebel, Power Wagon, Limited and Limited Longhorn, in Regular Cab, Crew Cab and Mega Cab configurations with 2WD or 4WD.
When does the 2027 Ram Heavy Duty arrive at dealerships?
Ram said the 2027 Heavy Duty lineup would reach dealerships in August 2026, with the Cummins Power Wagon arriving in the second half of 2026. Check our current Ram inventory.
Where can I buy a 2027 Ram 2500 or 3500 near Louisville?
John Jones Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram Fiat, 1735 Gardner Ln NW, Corydon, IN 47112, is just off I-64 and a short drive from Louisville, KY. Call 812-570-5405.
Ready to Drive the 2027 Ram Heavy Duty?
Shop in-stock Ram 2500 and 3500 trucks, build a custom order or schedule a test drive with our Ram team.
Specifications, towing and payload figures are preliminary manufacturer data and may change. Maximum ratings require proper equipment and vary by configuration. Pricing shown is reported starting MSRP including destination and excludes tax, title, license, dealer fees and options. Late-availability colors and features may be limited. See John Jones Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram Fiat for complete details. Ram, HEMI, Power Wagon, RamBox and Uconnect are registered trademarks of FCA US LLC. Cummins is a registered trademark of Cummins Inc.
