2027 Ram Heavy Duty Buyer’s Guide: Which 2500 or 3500 Is Right for You?

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2027 Ram Heavy Duty Buyer’s Guide: Which 2500 or 3500 Is Right for You?

HEMI or Cummins. Coil springs or leaf springs. Trail rig or tow rig. Our Ram specialists in Corydon break down the 2027 lineup so you can pick the right truck before you ever step on the lot.
The Short Version
  • Mostly hauling, lighter trailers? A HEMI Ram 2500 with the new $835 Payload Upgrade Package carries up to 4,580 lbs.
  • Towing a camper or equipment trailer often? A Cummins HO Ram 2500 pulls up to 20,000 lbs.
  • Big fifth-wheel or gooseneck? A Cummins HO Ram 3500 tows up to 37,020 lbs.
  • Want diesel torque and serious trail gear? The new Cummins Power Wagon finally does both.
Step 1

Pick Your Engine: HEMI V8 vs. Cummins Diesel

6.4L HEMI V8

405 hp  |  429 lb-ft  |  8-speed TorqueFlite
Best for:
  • Contractors and farm trucks that load the bed heavy
  • Occasional towing up to 17,740 lbs (2500) or 18,140 lbs (3500)
  • Lower purchase price and simpler maintenance
New for 2027: a Symbol of Protest V8 fender badge on every HEMI heavy duty.

6.7L Cummins High-Output

430 hp  |  1,075 lb-ft  |  TorqueFlite HD 8-speed
Best for:
  • Frequent or long-distance towing
  • Fifth-wheels, goosenecks and heavy equipment
  • Up to 20,000 lbs (2500) or 37,020 lbs (3500)
New for 2027: now available in the Ram 2500 Power Wagon.
Step 2

Ram 2500 or Ram 3500?

Both share the same cabs, trims and tech. The difference is how much weight you plan to put on them.
2027 Spec Ram 2500 Ram 3500
Rear suspension Five-link coil; available auto-leveling air Hotchkiss leaf spring; available supplemental air
Max towing, HEMI 17,740 lbs 18,140 lbs
Max towing, Cummins HO 20,000 lbs 37,020 lbs
Max payload, HEMI 4,580 lbs (best in class) 7,580 lbs
Max payload, Cummins HO 3,990 lbs 6,460 lbs
Choose it if… You want a smoother daily ride and tow up to 10 tons You pull big fifth-wheels or run commercial loads
Preliminary manufacturer ratings; actual capability depends on configuration. Properly equipped.
2027 Ram 2500 Power Wagon Cummins at John Jones CDJR in Corydon, Indiana
Step 3

Work Truck, Trail Truck or Both?

Ram is the only heavy-duty brand with three factory off-roaders, and for 2027 the top one finally gets the engine fans wanted.
Warlock: the budget-friendly way into an off-road 2500.
Rebel: trail-ready looks and hardware with everyday comfort. Now offers a standalone Warn winch (HEMI) and sport performance hood.
Power Wagon: now with the Cummins HO for the first time. 4×4 Crew Cab, 6-ft 4-in bed, skid plates for the fuel tank, DEF tank and transfer case, 34-in all-terrain tires, plus available fifth-wheel/gooseneck prep. Reported from $89,560 including destination. The HEMI Power Wagon stays, with an optional beadlock-capable wheel.
Step 4

Choose Your Trim and Cab

Work Ready

Tradesman & Black Express

Durable, value-focused builds. The 2500 Tradesman now offers a standalone anti-spin rear differential and the Payload Upgrade Package.
Best Seller

Big Horn / Lone Star

The sweet spot for features and price. Night Edition and Sport Appearance packages are easier to get for 2027, now on Level 1 and Level 2 groups.
Premium

Laramie, Limited & Longhorn

Leather, the 14.5-in Uconnect 5 screen and the segment-first 10.25-in passenger display. Laramie adds wider RamBox availability and new body-color fender flares.
Cab and bed options: Regular Cab 8-ft  •  Crew Cab 6-ft 4-in or 8-ft  •  Mega Cab 6-ft 4-in (4×4 only)  •  4×2 or 4×4. New colors: Serrano Green Metallic and Tank Clear-Coat (late availability).

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Ram Heavy Duty Questions We Hear Most

Should I get the HEMI or the Cummins in a 2027 Ram 2500?
Choose the 6.4L HEMI V8 (405 hp, 429 lb-ft) if you mostly haul in the bed, tow under about 17,000 lbs and want a lower purchase price. With the new Payload Upgrade Package, a HEMI 2500 carries up to 4,580 lbs. Choose the 6.7L Cummins High-Output turbo diesel (430 hp, 1,075 lb-ft) if you tow heavy or often; it raises Ram 2500 towing to as much as 20,000 lbs.
What is the difference between the 2027 Ram 2500 and Ram 3500?
The Ram 2500 uses a five-link coil rear suspension for a smoother ride and tows up to 20,000 lbs with the Cummins HO. The Ram 3500 uses Hotchkiss leaf springs, is available with dual rear wheels and tows up to 37,020 lbs with the Cummins HO, with up to 7,580 lbs of payload with the HEMI. Pick the 3500 for big fifth-wheels, goosenecks or commercial loads.
Is the 2027 Ram Power Wagon available with a diesel?
Yes. 2027 is the first year the Ram 2500 Power Wagon is offered with the 6.7L Cummins High-Output turbo diesel, rated at 430 hp and 1,075 lb-ft. The diesel Power Wagon comes as a 4×4 Crew Cab with a 6-foot, 4-inch bed, has a reported starting price of $89,560 including destination, and adds available fifth-wheel/gooseneck prep and auto-leveling rear air suspension.
Which 2027 Ram Heavy Duty is best for off-roading?
Ram offers three heavy-duty off-roaders. Warlock is the value pick, Rebel balances trail gear with daily comfort, and Power Wagon is the most capable, now offered with the HEMI V8 or the Cummins HO diesel. HEMI Power Wagon also brings back an optional beadlock-capable wheel, and Rebel and Power Wagon can add a standalone Warn winch.
Which 2027 Ram 2500 trims offer the Payload Upgrade Package?
The $835 Payload Upgrade Package is offered on HEMI-powered Ram 2500 Tradesman, Big Horn/Lone Star, Laramie, Limited and Limited Longhorn trucks. It adds a 3500 frame, leaf springs and an anti-spin rear differential, raising GVWR to 11,040 lbs.
What colors are new for the 2027 Ram Heavy Duty?
Serrano Green Metallic and Tank Clear-Coat are new for 2027, both with late availability. HEMI trucks also get a new Symbol of Protest V8 fender badge, finished in Satin Black on Tradesman, Black Express, Warlock, Rebel, Power Wagon and Night Edition models.
Is there a Ram dealer in Corydon, Indiana?
Yes. John Jones Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram FIAT is at 1735a Gardner Lane NW in Corydon, IN 47112, just off I-64 about 25 miles west of Louisville. Sales is open Monday through Friday 8:30 AM to 7 PM and Saturday 8:30 AM to 5 PM. Call 812-570-5417.

Test Drive a 2027 Ram in Corydon

Tell us how you’ll use it and we’ll line up the right 2500 or 3500 for a back-to-back drive.
John Jones Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram FIAT
1735a Gardner Lane NW, Corydon, IN 47112
Sales: 812-570-5417
Mon–Fri 8:30am–7pm  |  Sat 8:30am–5pm
Specifications, towing and payload figures are preliminary manufacturer data and subject to 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 dealer 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.