How Much Does the RAM 1500 Weigh?

If you’re looking to upgrade your Fayetteville commute with a powerful new pickup truck, you can’t go wrong with the classic RAM 1500! This iconic full-size pickup has been the flagship of the RAM lineup for decades, and it’s easy to see why. With powerhouse performance specs, tough capabilities, and innovative technology inside and out, the RAM 1500 can handle anything from local errands to an off-road adventure with ease. Check out the guide below for details on the 2023 RAM 1500 weight ratings and tow-friendly features, then head to our inventory to see what we currently have available.

RAM 1500 Weight Ratings

When it comes to weight ratings, there are three categories of numbers to consider: the curb weight, the gross vehicle weight rating, and the gross combined weight rating. Since RAM offers seven available trims for the RAM 1500 and they each offer different weight ratings, that makes for a lot of numbers! Fortunately, we’ve listed everything you need to know below.

2023 RAM 1500 Curb Weight

Let’s start by going over the RAM 1500 curb weight. Curb weight is the most common number you’ll see if you research a vehicle’s weight, since it refers to the weight of the vehicle without passengers or cargo. Here are the curb weight numbers for the RAM 1500:

• 2023 RAM 1500 Tradesman: 4,765 pounds
• 2023 RAM 1500 Tradesman HFE: 4,772 pounds
• 2023 RAM 1500 Laramie: Between 5,009
• 2023 RAM 1500 Rebel: 5,102 pounds
• 2023 RAM 1500 Limited Longhorn: 5,199 pounds
• 2023 RAM 1500 Limited: 5,503 pounds
• 2023 RAM 1500 TRX: 6,440 pounds

2023 RAM 1500 Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR)

The other key weight rating that you’ll sometimes see when researching a vehicle is its gross vehicle weight rating, or GVWR. This refers to the maximum weight that your vehicle can safely handle with a full load of passengers and cargo, which is important to know if you plan to carry cargo in the rear bed. Here are the details:

• 2023 RAM 1500 Tradesman: 7,100 pounds
• 2023 RAM 1500 Tradesman HFE: 6,010 pounds
• 2023 RAM 1500 Laramie: 6,900 pounds
• 2023 RAM 1500 Rebel: 6,900 pounds
• 2023 RAM 1500 Limited Longhorn: 6,900 pounds
• 2023 RAM 1500 Limited: 6,900 pounds
• 2023 RAM 1500 TRX: 7,800 pounds

2023 RAM 1500 Gross Combined Weight Rating (GCWR)

Finally, let’s examine a third weight rating that you only see in vehicles designed for towing: gross combined weight rating, or GCWR. The GCWR is the maximum safe weight of a loaded vehicle with the addition of a fully-loaded trailer. Here are the GCWR numbers for the RAM 1500:

• 2023 RAM 1500 Tradesman: 12,900 pounds
• 2023 RAM 1500 Tradesman HFE: 11,900 pounds
• 2023 RAM 1500 Laramie: 11,900 pounds
• 2023 RAM 1500 Rebel: 12,900 pounds
• 2023 RAM 1500 Limited Longhorn: 11,900 pounds
• 2023 RAM 1500 Limited: 13,900 pounds
• 2023 RAM 1500 TRX: 15,160 pounds

2023 RAM 1500 Towing Highlights

Impressive numbers are only the beginning! The RAM 1500 also comes with plenty of features designed to make hauling cargo around Springdale as smooth and safe as possible. These features include:

• Trailer Reverse Steering Control
• High-strength steel frame
• eTorque Mild Hybrid Technology System
• Active-Level™ 4-corner air suspension

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Interested in seeing the new RAM 1500 up close? Contact our office to set up a test drive! We’ll take care of everything and get you behind the wheel on the Bentonville roads in no time. Be sure to check out our blog for more vehicle information, as well as the latest auto industry news and service tips.