How Much Does the RAM 1500 Weigh?

Red Ram 1500 parked by country home at sunset

The weight capacities of your truck become extremely important when you’re counting on it to provide you with efficient capability during your work and even personal life. How much does the Dodge RAM 1500 weigh? We’ll answer this question and address the RAM 1500 weight capacity, so you know which configuration can handle all of your cargo hauling requirements.  

Dodge RAM 1500 Weight Ratings

Many Clear Lake drivers have questions regarding the RAM 1500 weight ratings when comparing a new truck purchase. For starters, the curb weight describes the total poundage of the truck when it’s unloaded, with no cargo or passengers. Payload capacity provides the maximum weight your vehicle can carry, including any combination of freight and passengers. The tongue weight is the total weight bearing down on the trailer hitch by whatever you have hooked up for towing. 

The GVWR, or Gross Vehicle Weight Rating, highlights the weight of your truck combined with the payload capacity. This amount is calculated by combining the curb weight with the payload capacity (including fuel) and tongue weight

It’s easy to confuse the GVWR with the GCWR (Gross Combined Weight Rating). The GCWR is essentially the GVWR rating combined with the maximum towing capacity (maximum safe towing weight).

Black 2019 Ram 1500 drives on city street at sunset

What’s RAM 1500 Curb Weight? 

The RAM 1500 curb weight depends on specific factors like the trim level, cab size, and bed length. Remember the following list when you’re curious about the RAM 1500 weight fully unloaded: 

  • 1500 Tradesman: 4,775 pounds
  • 1500 Tradesman HFE: 4,785 pounds
  • 1500 Big Horn: Between 4,785 pounds
  • 1500 Laramie: Between 5,022
  • 1500 Rebel: 5,127 pounds
  • 1500 Limited Longhorn: 5,199 pounds
  • 1500 Limited: 5,323 pounds
  • 1500 TRX: 6,439 pounds

2022 Dodge RAM 1500 GVWR

Remember, the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating defines the total weight your 1500 can take from the cabin to the bed. The limits by trim are listed below: 

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

2022 Dodge RAM 1500 Weight Ratings: GCWR, Towing, and Payload Capacity

Each of these RAM 1500 weight ratings is broken down below, separated into categories, and based on trim packages. 

2022 RAM 1500 Gross Combined Weight Rating (GCWR)

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

2022 RAM 1500 Towing Capacity

Understanding the 2022 RAM 1500 towing capacity will help you decide on the best trim to satisfy your Houston towing needs. 

  • 1500 Tradesman: Up to 7,690 pounds
  • 1500 Tradesman HFE: 6,750 pounds
  • 1500 Big Horn: Up to 6,750
  • 1500 Laramie: Up to 6,510
  • 1500 Rebel: Up to 7,410 pounds
  • 1500 Limited Longhorn: Up to 6,340 pounds
  • 1500 Limited: Up to 8,210 pounds
  • 1500 TRX: 8,100 pounds

2022 RAM 1500 Payload Capacity

  • 1500 Tradesman: Up to 2,320 pounds
  • 1500 Tradesman HFE: 1,220 pounds
  • 1500 Big Horn: Up to 2,010 pounds
  • 1500 Laramie: Up to 1,880
  • 1500 Rebel: Up to 1,770
  • 1500 Limited Longhorn: Up to 1,700 pounds
  • 1500 Limited: Up to 1,580 pounds
  • 1500 TRX: 1,310 pounds

Does The RAM 1500 Weight Rating Handle Your Needs? 

Now that you’re familiar with the 2022 RAM 1500 weight ratings pulling the trigger on the perfect trim to meet your needs is hopefully much easier. If you have more questions about how a dependable RAM 1500 can help with your Pearland personal or professional demands, contact the team at Big Star Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram Fiat Clear Lake today. 

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