2027 Ram 3500 Heavy Duty: What's New, Trims, Specs & Capability
The 2027 Ram 3500 tows up to 37,020 lbs with the available High-Output 6.7L Cummins Turbo Diesel. A GVWR increase on select 4x4 Single Rear Wheel models adds 400 lbs of payload capability over the 2026 model. This page covers every trim, powertrain spec, and capability number, with current inventory at Johnsons of Kingfisher in Kingfisher, OK.
What's New for 2027
The most significant structural update to the Ram 3500 for 2027 is a GVWR increase on 4x4 Single Rear Wheel Regular Cab 8-foot box and Crew Cab 6-foot, 4-inch box trucks equipped with the 6.4L HEMI V8. Those configurations now carry a maximum GVWR of 11,440 lbs, up 400 lbs from 2026.
Additional changes across the 2027 heavy-duty lineup include:
- New V8 badging: Heavy-duty trucks equipped with the 6.4L HEMI V8 receive a new Symbol of Protest V8 fender badge. Tradesman and Black Express models receive a Satin Black version.
- Expanded appearance packages: The Sport Appearance Package and Night Edition Package are now offered on trucks equipped with Level 1 and Level 2 equipment groups, previously limited to the Level 1 Plus and Level 2 Plus groups.
- More Laramie options: Laramie models gain expanded RamBox availability and new optional body-color fender flares.
- New exterior colors: Serrano Green Metallic and Tank Clear-Coat join the color lineup, both at late availability.
The Ram 2500 Power Wagon also gains an available 6.7L Cummins High-Output turbo-diesel engine for 2027. Power Wagon remains a Ram 2500-only configuration and is not part of the Ram 3500 trim lineup.
Full 2027 Ram Heavy Duty specs
Trim Lineup
The 2027 Ram 3500 is available in six trim levels. Power Wagon, Warlock, and Rebel are Ram 2500-exclusive configurations and are not offered on the Ram 3500.
Tradesman
The entry-level Ram 3500. Standard equipment includes the 6.4L HEMI V8 with an 8-speed TorqueFlite HD automatic, a ParkView rear backup camera with dynamic gridlines, an integrated trailer brake controller, an 8.4-inch Uconnect radio with AM/FM/Bluetooth/SiriusXM, and a six-speaker audio system.
Regular Cab with 8-foot box and Crew Cab configurations are available. An anti-spin rear differential is standard.
Optional equipment groups unlock chrome appearance upgrades, remote keyless entry on Regular Cab, carpeted flooring, heated seats, and an upgraded 12-inch radio.
Black Express
A sport-appearance-focused variant built on the Tradesman platform. It adds monotone exterior treatment, blacked-out trim elements, and a sport performance hood as standard.
Available in Crew Cab with a 6-foot, 4-inch box or an 8-foot box, with 4x2 and 4x4 drive configurations.
Big Horn / Lone Star
The volume trim of the Ram 3500 lineup. Standard content on the base Big Horn includes the 6.4L HEMI V8, 8-speed automatic, ParkSense front and rear park assist, and a 12-inch Uconnect radio.
Level 1, Level 1 Plus, and Level 2 equipment groups are available to add features including a power driver seat, heated front seats, heated steering wheel, nine-speaker Alpine audio system, dual-zone automatic temperature control, dual wireless charging, and Blind-Spot Monitoring with Rear Cross Path Detection.
RamBox cargo management is optional. The Night Edition Package and Sport Appearance Group are available.
Regular Cab, Crew Cab with a 6-foot, 4-inch box, Crew Cab with an 8-foot box, and Mega Cab configurations are offered.
Laramie
Laramie steps up with leather seating, ventilated front seats, heated front and second-row seats, rain-sensing wipers, auto high-beam headlamps, a power-release tailgate, premium mirrors with power fold, telescope, and memory, and a 12-inch Uconnect radio as standard.
Level 1, Level 1 Plus, Level 2, and Level 2 Plus equipment groups add Harman Kardon 17-speaker audio, the 14.5-inch Uconnect touchscreen, a front passenger interactive display, rear seat heat, and running boards.
Body-color fender flares and RamBox are now available for 2027. The auto-leveling rear air suspension is optional. The Night Edition Package and Sport Appearance Group are available.
Limited Longhorn
Limited Longhorn adds a running board, a Tow Technology Group with 360-degree surround view camera, trailer reverse guidance, and cargo view camera, and Safety Group content with adaptive steering, Active Lane Management, Drowsy Driver Detection, and Traffic Sign Recognition.
A digital rearview mirror 2.0 is included as part of the Longhorn Level 1 Equipment Group.
Available in Crew Cab and Mega Cab configurations.
Limited
The top Ram 3500 trim. The Limited Level 1 Equipment Group mirrors the Longhorn content package with running boards, the full Tow Technology Group, Safety Group, and digital rearview mirror 2.0 included as standard.
A 14.5-inch Uconnect touchscreen and Harman Kardon 17-speaker audio are standard.
Available in Crew Cab and Mega Cab configurations.
Compare 2027 Ram 3500 trims side by side
Performance & Powertrain
Two engines are available across all 2027 Ram 3500 configurations.
| Specification | 6.4L HEMI V8 | 6.7L Cummins Turbo Diesel I-6 (High Output) |
|---|---|---|
| Availability | Standard on every Ram 3500 trim | Optional on every Ram 3500 trim |
| Horsepower | 405 hp at 5,600 rpm | 430 hp at 2,800 rpm |
| Torque | 429 lb-ft of torque at 4,000 rpm | 1,075 lb-ft of torque at 1,800 rpm |
| Engine Design | It uses a pushrod-operated overhead-valve design with variable cam timing and sequential multiport fuel injection. | It uses an inline six-cylinder turbocharged and intercooled design with a compacted graphite iron block and electronic high-pressure common rail fuel injection. |
| Transmission | It is paired with the TorqueFlite HD 8HP75 8-speed automatic transmission with Electronic Range Select. | It is paired with the TorqueFlite HD 8AP1075 8-speed automatic. |
| Axle Ratios | Available axle ratios are 3.73 and 4.10. | The standard axle ratio is 3.42. |
| Maximum Payload | Maximum gas payload on a Ram 3500 DRW with the 6.4L HEMI V8 reaches 7,580 lbs. | — |
| Maximum Towing | Maximum towing with the 4.10 axle on a DRW configuration reaches 18,140 lbs. | Maximum diesel towing on a 4x4 Regular Cab DRW configuration reaches 36,610 lbs. Maximum diesel towing on a 4x2 Regular Cab DRW configuration reaches 37,020 lbs. |
EPA fuel economy data for 2027 Ram 3500
Transfer Case & Axles
4x2 models use a direct rear-axle layout. 4x4 models use a BW 44-48 part-time transfer case with electric shift, operating modes of 2WD, 4WD High, Neutral, and 4WD Low, and a 2.64 low-range ratio.
The front axle is an AAM 9.25-inch beam unit. Single Rear Wheel rear axles use the AAM 11.5-inch beam unit. Dual Rear Wheel models configured for maximum towing use the AAM 12.0-inch beam rear axle.
Capability
Suspension & Braking
The Ram 3500 uses a two-stage longitudinal leaf spring rear suspension. An optional supplemental air suspension system is available to improve load leveling and towing stability.
Front suspension is a three-link coil-spring design with track bar and stabilizer bar on both 4x2 and 4x4 configurations.
Brakes use 14.2-inch front discs with twin-piston pin-slider calipers and ABS. Rear discs measure 14.1 inches on standard configurations and 9.25 inches on Max Tow DRW applications. All Ram 3500 models use Hydro-boost power assist.
Towing Technology
Towing technology available on the Ram 3500 includes:
- Integrated trailer brake controller
- 360-degree surround view camera system
- Trailer reverse guidance
- Blind-Spot Monitoring with Trailer Tow Detection
- Available digital rearview mirror 3.0 with tow mode
A Tow Technology Group packages many of these items together across most trim levels.
Interior & Comfort
Cab & Box Configurations
The Ram 3500 is available in Regular Cab with an 8-foot box, Crew Cab with a 6-foot, 4-inch box, Crew Cab with an 8-foot box, and Mega Cab with a 6-foot, 4-inch box. Mega Cab is 4x4 only.
Front headroom is 39.8 inches in Regular Cab models. Crew Cab and Mega Cab front headroom is 40.9 inches. Mega Cab rear legroom reaches 43.1 inches. Crew Cab rear legroom is 40.2 inches.
Cargo box volume on the 6-foot, 4-inch box is 57.5 cubic feet. The 8-foot box provides 74.7 cubic feet. Distance between wheelhouses is 51 inches on both box sizes.
Seating & Materials
Base Tradesman seating uses a cloth bench. Big Horn models with equipment groups offer cloth buckets or bench options with a power driver seat.
Laramie brings leather seating with ventilated front seats as standard. Limited Longhorn and Limited trims use premium leather with available Natura Plus seating surfaces.
Technology & Infotainment
Touchscreens & Connectivity
The Uconnect 8.4-inch radio is standard on Tradesman and Black Express. The 12-inch Uconnect radio is standard on Big Horn and is packaged on Tradesman via equipment groups.
The 14.5-inch Uconnect touchscreen is standard on Limited and Limited Longhorn, available via Level 2 equipment on Laramie, and packaged via Level 2 groups on other trims.
All radios include Bluetooth, SiriusXM, and voice command. The 12-inch and 14.5-inch units add tow-specific navigation and HD Radio.
A front passenger interactive display is available via Level 2 equipment groups on Laramie, Limited Longhorn, and Limited.
Audio & Additional Technology
Audio ranges from a six-speaker base system on Tradesman to a nine-speaker Alpine system with subwoofer available on Big Horn, to the 17-speaker Harman Kardon system with subwoofer standard on Limited and Limited Longhorn.
A 10.25-inch digital instrument cluster is segment-first. Dual wireless charging is available across most trim levels. Class-exclusive dual wireless phone charging and integrated connectivity ports are available on properly equipped trims.
Safety & Driver Assistance
Every 2027 Ram 3500 includes:
- ParkView rear backup camera with dynamic gridlines
- Adaptive Cruise Control
- Integrated trailer brake controller
- Trailer Sway Control
- Electronic Stability Control
- ABS with all-speed traction control
The Safety Group packages Blind-Spot Monitoring with trailer coverage and Rear Cross Path Detection, Active Lane Management, rain-sensing wipers, SmartBeam headlamps, Drowsy Driver Detection, Traffic Sign Recognition, and adaptive steering. It is optional across the lineup and included in the Longhorn and Limited equipment groups.
Forward Collision Mitigation with Automatic Emergency Braking is available via the Safety Group on all trims.
Who It's For & How It Compares to the Prior Year
The 2027 Ram 3500 targets buyers who need more than a half-ton can provide. The diesel configuration's 37,020-lb towing ceiling remains one of the highest in the class, and the GVWR increase on select 4x4 SRW models adds 400 lbs of practical payload headroom versus 2026 for buyers who haul rather than tow.
The absence of Power Wagon, Rebel, and Warlock from the Ram 3500 lineup is intentional. Those three trims are built specifically around the Ram 2500's five-link coil rear suspension. The Ram 3500's Hotchkiss leaf spring setup is engineered for payload and towing, not the off-road articulation those trims prioritize.
For Kingfisher-area buyers hauling livestock, pulling gooseneck trailers, or supporting a work fleet across central Oklahoma, the Ram 3500 Tradesman diesel in DRW configuration delivers the maximum capability numbers at the lowest entry cost. The Laramie with the diesel and Max Towing Package adds air suspension and the full tow technology suite for buyers who want comfort alongside that capability.
Get Behind the Wheel of the 2027 Ram 3500 at Johnsons of Kingfisher
The 2027 Ram 3500 is available to order. Johnsons of Kingfisher carries Ram Heavy Duty inventory for buyers across Kingfisher and the surrounding communities of central Oklahoma. Check current availability and schedule your test drive below.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is new on the 2027 Ram 3500?
The 2027 Ram 3500 adds a GVWR increase of 400 lbs on select 4x4 Single Rear Wheel models with the 6.4L HEMI V8, a new Symbol of Protest V8 fender badge, expanded Night Edition and Sport Appearance Package availability, expanded RamBox and body-color fender flare options on Laramie, and two new exterior colors.
How much can the 2027 Ram 3500 tow?
The 2027 Ram 3500 tows up to 37,020 lbs in 4x2 Regular Cab DRW configuration with the High-Output 6.7L Cummins Turbo Diesel. The 4x4 Regular Cab DRW diesel configuration reaches 36,610 lbs. The 6.4L HEMI V8 in DRW configuration tows up to 18,140 lbs.
What is the payload capacity of the 2027 Ram 3500?
The 2027 Ram 3500 carries up to 7,580 lbs of payload in DRW configuration with the 6.4L HEMI V8. Diesel DRW configurations reach up to 6,460 lbs of payload.
What trims are available on the 2027 Ram 3500?
The 2027 Ram 3500 is available in six trims: Tradesman, Black Express, Big Horn/Lone Star, Laramie, Limited Longhorn, and Limited. Power Wagon, Warlock, and Rebel are Ram 2500-exclusive configurations and are not available on the Ram 3500.
What engines does the 2027 Ram 3500 offer?
Two engines are available. The 6.4L HEMI V8 is standard on every trim and produces 405 hp and 429 lb-ft of torque. The High-Output 6.7L Cummins Turbo Diesel is optional on every trim and produces 430 hp and 1,075 lb-ft of torque.
Does the 2027 Ram 3500 come in a Dual Rear Wheel configuration?
Yes. The Ram 3500 is available in both Single Rear Wheel and Dual Rear Wheel configurations. DRW models unlock the highest towing and payload ratings in the lineup and are available on Tradesman, Big Horn/Lone Star, Laramie, Limited Longhorn, and Limited trims.
What cab and box configurations does the 2027 Ram 3500 offer?
The 2027 Ram 3500 is available in Regular Cab with an 8-foot box, Crew Cab with a 6-foot, 4-inch box, Crew Cab with an 8-foot box, and Mega Cab with a 6-foot, 4-inch box. Mega Cab is offered in 4x4 only.
Is the 2027 Ram 3500 available at Johnsons of Kingfisher?
Johnsons of Kingfisher carries Ram Heavy Duty inventory in Kingfisher, OK. Browse inventory to check current 2027 Ram 3500 availability.
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