RAM Truck Engines

For the industry experts at Car and Driver, there’s no second-guessing about which brand is making the best pickups on the market. The 2024 RAM 1500 half-ton pickup claimed the top spot in their “10 Best” list, and reviewers were equally impressed by the heavy-duty “RAM 2500 and 3500; when properly equipped, they can tow more than 35,000 pounds.”

If you’re looking for detailed RAM engine specs as you decide which RAM model to buy in Dayton, you’ve come to the right place! Read on for an overview of RAM truck engine options for the light-duty, heavy-duty, and chassis cab models from the team at New Carlisle Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram.

RAM Truck Engine HP & Torque

Although horsepower and torque don’t necessarily tell you how much weight a truck can handle or how useful it will be for specific jobs, many buyers use them as a baseline for comparison. Before we move on to more detailed RAM engine specs, see below for a breakdown of the horsepower and torque of the RAM engines for each model:

RAM 1500 Engine Options

• 3.6L Pentastar V6 eTorque – 305 hp / 271 lb-ft of torque
• 5.7L HEMI® V8 eTorque – 395 hp / 410 lb-ft of torque
• 6.2L HEMI® Supercharged V8 – 702 hp / 650 lb-ft of torque (TRX only)

RAM Engines: Heavy-Duty Engine Options

• 6.4L HEMI® V-8 – 410 hp / 429 lb-ft of torque
• 6.7L Cummins Turbo Diesel I6 (2500/3500 Standard Output) – 370 hp 850 lb-ft of torque
• 6.7L Cummins Turbo Diesel I6 (3500 High Output) – 420 hp / 1,075 lb-ft of torque

RAM Engines: Chassis Cab Engine Options

• 6.4L HEMI® V8 (6-Speed Auto or 8-Speed Auto) – 370 hp / 429 lb-ft of torque
• 6.7L I6 Cummins Turbo Diesel – 360 hp / 800 lb-ft of torque

RAM 1500 Engine Options

As we mentioned above, the half-ton RAM 1500 is an exceedingly popular pickup among Springfield-area buyers. One reason for that is its versatility and the sheer range of options that are on the table when it comes to customization. Whether you’re looking for an efficient RAM 1500 engine or supercharged torque, you’ll find a match in the lineup of RAM truck engine options:

3.6L Pentastar V6 eTorque Engine

The 3.6L Pentastar® V6 engine with eTorque uses advanced technologies like wide-range variable valve timing and two-step variable valve lift to provide the performance you need for your job site in Huber Heights.

5.7L V8 HEMI® MDS VVT eTorque Engine

Combining Fuel Saver Technology, Variable Valve Timing, and an eTorque Mild Hybrid System, this available engine boosts efficiency without sacrificing capability. With 410 lb-ft of torque—including an additional 130 lb-ft of supplemental launch torque—it’s the perfect partner for tough tasks.

6.2L Supercharged HEMI® V8 SRT® Engine

Available exclusively on the TRX trim level, this engine musters an explosive 702 horsepower and 650 pound-feet of torque. What’s more, its near-instantaneous torque can get you moving from 0-60 mph in only 4.5 seconds.

RAM Truck Engines: 2500 & 3500 HD

One RAM gasoline engine and two RAM diesel engine options are available for the HD models: a 6.7L I6 Cummins Turbo Diesel that is available as an upgrade on both the 2500 and 3500 models; and a high-output 400-hp version exclusive to the 3500. See below for details:

6.4L V8 Heavy Duty HEMI® MDS Engine

Delivering a towing capacity of up to 17,740 pounds and 429 pound-feet of torque, the 6.4L engine uses a Multi-Displacement System (MDS) with Fuel Saver Technology.

6.7L I6 Cummins Turbo Diesel Engine

The legendary 6.7L Cummins® Turbo Diesel I6 engine provides powerful and responsive handling with an extraordinary max towing capacity.

6.7L I6 Cummins HO Turbo Diesel Engine (3500 Only)

The high-output version of the 6.7L I6 Cummins Turbo Diesel improves upon its power and capability.

RAM Truck Engines: Chassis Cab Models

3500, 4500, and 5500 Chassis Cab models can be equipped with one of two engines, including a turbo RAM diesel engine option. The 3500 SRW 10k GVWR Chassis Cab comes with its heavy-duty V8:

6.4L V8 Heavy-Duty HEMI® Engine

Standard on 3500, 4500, 5500 Chassis Cab trucks, the Heavy-Duty 6.4L HEMI® V8 includes a Multi-Displacement System (MDS) with Fuel Saver Technology.

6.7L I6 Cummins Turbo Diesel Engine

Available on 3500/4500/5500 Chassis Cab models, the 6.7L Cummins® Turbo Diesel I6 engine delivers impressive horsepower and an extraordinary max towing capacity.

Explore RAM Engine Specs With New Carlisle Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram

Whether you’d like to learn more about the unique capability of RAM EcoDiesel engine options or compare RAM truck engine hp and other specs in greater detail, our team is here to help. Stop by our dealership in New Carlisle to learn more today!