2008 Dodge Ram 3500
The highest conventional-hitch rating for the 2008 Dodge Ram 3500 is 12,000 lb, the top of 43 rows transcribed from Dodge’s 2008 Dodge Ram 3500 Base Weights/GCW/Payload (Body Builder Guide). That row is printed for the 6.7L 24V Turbo Diesel (ETJ) / POSG56 6 sp MANU (DEG) (M6), Quad Cab, Long Bed (SRW) bed, 2WD, 160.5-in wheelbase, 3.42 axle, Laramie. 42 of the 140 transcribed conventional-hitch chart rows for 2008 are below 12,000 lb, and 97 are above it. Across 140 manufacturer chart rows for 2008, ratings run conventional 10,150 lb to 16,900 lb; the engine, cab, axle ratio and package on your truck decide its number.
conventional6.7L 24V Turbo Diesel (ETJ) / POSG56 6 sp MANU (DEG) (M6), Quad Cab, Long Bed (SRW) bed, 2WD, 160.5-in wheelbase, 3.42 axle, Laramie.12,000 lb
The build table for 2008 is not transcribed. This page will not multiply trims, cabs, and engines into trucks the order guide did not list.
| Hitch | Cited maximum | Configuration | Source grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Conventional | 12,000 lb | 6.7L 24V Turbo Diesel (ETJ) / POSG56 6 sp MANU (DEG) (M6), Quad Cab, Long Bed (SRW) bed, 2WD, 160.5-in wheelbase, 3.42 axle, Laramie. | OEM chart |
Highest rows among 43 transcribed chart configurations. Most trucks of this model year are rated lower; find your exact configuration in the table below.
Source: Dodge, 2008 Dodge Ram 3500 Base Weights/GCW/Payload (Body Builder Guide), 2008 Dodge Ram 3500 Base Weights/GCW/Payload (Body Builder Guide) tables (all pages). Ram/Dodge Body Builder guide weight & trailer-tow chart (rambodybuilder.com). Chart notes define Max Trailer = GCWR - curb weight - 150 lb driver allowance, rounded to nearest 50 lb. Chart notes state values are ESTIMATED.
Spec sheet
6 of 25 fields cited; 1 estimate. Field index
Cited fields may cover selected trims or only part of a measurement. Read the configuration and source beside each value; a cited field does not mean every version is researched.
Towing
- Conventional maximum
- 12,000 lb. 6.7L 24V Turbo Diesel (ETJ) / POSG56 6 sp MANU (DEG) (M6), Quad Cab, Long Bed (SRW) bed, 2WD, 160.5-in wheelbase, 3.42 axle, Laramie.Dodge source
- Gooseneck maximum
- Not transcribed for this model year.
- Fifth-wheel maximum
- Not transcribed for this model year.
- Tongue or pin load
- 1,200 lb tongue at the 12,000 lb conventional maximum. Illustration at 10 percent conventional and 15 percent in-bed, not a measured load or recommendation. Follow the trailer and vehicle instructions; actual load may be higher.Estimate
- Weight distribution
- Not transcribed for this model year.
- Trailer frontal area
- Not transcribed for this model year.
Weights
- Payload
- Not transcribed for this model year.
- GCWR
- 17,000–24,000 lb across 140 chart rows that print a GCWR (each row's GCWR is in the chart table and explorer)Dodge source
- GVWR
- Not transcribed for this model year.
- Front GAWR
- Not transcribed for this model year.
- Rear GAWR
- Not transcribed for this model year.
- Curb weight
- Not transcribed for this model year.
Body
- Wheelbase
- Not transcribed for this model year.
- Bed length
- Short Bed (SRW), Long Bed (SRW), Long Bed (DRW), Short Bed (DRW)Dodge source
- Bed width and depth
- Not transcribed for this model year.
- Cab-to-axle
- Not transcribed for this model year.
- Overall length, width, height
- Not transcribed for this model year.
- Ground clearance and angles
- Not transcribed for this model year.
- Fifth-wheel clearance
- Not transcribed for this model year.
Power
- Engine, horsepower, torque
- Not transcribed for this model year.
- Transmission
- Not transcribed for this model year.
- Fuel type and tank
- Not transcribed for this model year.
- Drivetrain
- 4WD, 2WDDodge source
- Axle ratio
- 4.10, 3.73, 3.42Dodge source
- Tow package
- ST; SLT; LaramieDodge source
Bed, tongue weight, and wheelbase
The trailer rating is one limit. The bed has to fit the load, the tongue or pin has to fit in payload, and the wheelbase is the column the chart uses.
- An illustrative 10 percent of the 12,000 lb conventional maximum is 1,200 lb of tongue weight. This is not a measured load or recommended percentage; actual load may be higher.
Bed capacity · Tongue and pin weight · Wheelbase · GCWR, GVWR, and GAWR. Wheelbase is not transcribed for this year. See the spec sheet for the sourced GCWR and its configuration.
Estimate payload margin and bed volume · How these limits work together
Change from 2007
- Conventional: 11,000 lb in 2007, 12,000 lb in 2008 (+1,000 lb).
Generation
Third generation
2008 is year 6 of this generation (2003–2009). Redesigned Dodge Ram one-ton, single- and dual-rear-wheel. From 2010 it is filed under Ram 3500.
2008 towing by engine
Lowest to highest printed rating for each engine across 140 transcribed chart rows. A missing hitch means the chart did not print one for that engine, not that it is zero.
| Engine | Conventional | Chart rows |
|---|---|---|
| 6.7L 24V Turbo Diesel (ETJ) / 68RFE 6 sp AUTO (DG7) (A6) | 13,050–16,900 lb | 60 |
| 6.7L 24V Turbo Diesel (ETJ) / POSG56 6 sp MANU (DEG) (M6) | 11,200–14,300 lb | 44 |
| 6.7L 24V Turbo Diesel (ETJ) / POS G56-6 6sp MANU (DEG) (M6) | 10,950–13,800 lb | 16 |
| 5.7L V8 Gas (EZA) / 545RFE 5 sp AUTO (DGQ) (A5) | 10,200–11,050 lb | 10 |
| 5.7L V8 Gas (EZA) / POSG56 6 sp MANU (DEG) (M6) | 10,150–11,000 lb | 10 |
Highest-rated configurations
| Trailer | Engine | Cab / bed | Drive | Axle / package | GCWR | Evidence |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 16,900 lb Conventional (hitch not printed) | 6.7L 24V Turbo Diesel (ETJ) / 68RFE 6 sp AUTO (DG7) (A6) | Quad Cab, Short Bed (SRW) · 140.5 in wheelbase | 4WD | 4.10 · STnote 1 | 24,000 lb | PDF page 5, "2008 Ram Base Weights/GCW/Payload 3500 09/01/2007", section "RAM QUAD CAB 3500 140.5"WB 4WD SHORT BRD - ST D1 8L41 (SRW)", row 6.7L 24V Turbo Diesel (ETJ) / 68RFE 6 sp AUTO (DG7) (A6) axle 4.10 |
| 16,800 lb Conventional (hitch not printed) | 6.7L 24V Turbo Diesel (ETJ) / 68RFE 6 sp AUTO (DG7) (A6) | Quad Cab, Short Bed (SRW) · 140.5 in wheelbase | 4WD | 4.10 · SLTnote 2 | 24,000 lb | PDF page 5, "2008 Ram Base Weights/GCW/Payload 3500 09/01/2007", section "RAM QUAD CAB 3500 140.5"WB 4WD SHORT BRD - SLT D1 8H41 (SRW)", row 6.7L 24V Turbo Diesel (ETJ) / 68RFE 6 sp AUTO (DG7) (A6) axle 4.10 |
| 16,800 lb Conventional (hitch not printed) | 6.7L 24V Turbo Diesel (ETJ) / 68RFE 6 sp AUTO (DG7) (A6) | Quad Cab, Long Bed (SRW) · 160.5 in wheelbase | 4WD | 4.10 · STnote 3 | 24,000 lb | PDF page 8, "2008 Ram Base Weights/GCW/Payload 3500 09/01/2007", section "RAM QUAD CAB 3500 160.5"WB 4WD LONG BRD ST D1 8L42 (SRW)", row 6.7L 24V Turbo Diesel (ETJ) / 68RFE 6 sp AUTO (DG7) (A6) axle 4.10 |
| 16,750 lb Conventional (hitch not printed) | 6.7L 24V Turbo Diesel (ETJ) / 68RFE 6 sp AUTO (DG7) (A6) | Regular Cab, Long Bed (DRW) · 140.5 in wheelbase | 4WD | 4.10 · STnote 4 | 24,000 lb | PDF page 3, "2008 Ram Base Weights/GCW/Payload 3500 09/01/2007", section "RAM REGULAR CAB 3500 140.5"WB 4WD LONG BRD - ST D1 8L62 (DRW)", row 6.7L 24V Turbo Diesel (ETJ) / 68RFE 6 sp AUTO (DG7) (A6) axle 4.10 |
| 16,750 lb Conventional (hitch not printed) | 6.7L 24V Turbo Diesel (ETJ) / 68RFE 6 sp AUTO (DG7) (A6) | Regular Cab, Long Bed (DRW) · 140.5 in wheelbase | 4WD | 4.10 · SLTnote 5 | 24,000 lb | PDF page 3, "2008 Ram Base Weights/GCW/Payload 3500 09/01/2007", section "RAM REGULAR CAB 3500 140.5"WB 4WD LONG BRD - SLT D1 8H62 (DRW)", row 6.7L 24V Turbo Diesel (ETJ) / 68RFE 6 sp AUTO (DG7) (A6) axle 4.10 |
| 16,700 lb Conventional (hitch not printed) | 6.7L 24V Turbo Diesel (ETJ) / 68RFE 6 sp AUTO (DG7) (A6) | Quad Cab, Short Bed (SRW) · 140.5 in wheelbase | 4WD | 4.10 · Laramienote 6 | 24,000 lb | PDF page 5, "2008 Ram Base Weights/GCW/Payload 3500 09/01/2007", section "RAM QUAD CAB 3500 140.5"WB 4WD SHORT BRD - LARAMIE D1 8P41 (SRW)", row 6.7L 24V Turbo Diesel (ETJ) / 68RFE 6 sp AUTO (DG7) (A6) axle 4.10 |
| 16,700 lb Conventional (hitch not printed) | 6.7L 24V Turbo Diesel (ETJ) / 68RFE 6 sp AUTO (DG7) (A6) | Quad Cab, Long Bed (SRW) · 160.5 in wheelbase | 4WD | 4.10 · SLTnote 7 | 24,000 lb | PDF page 8, "2008 Ram Base Weights/GCW/Payload 3500 09/01/2007", section "RAM QUAD CAB 3500 160.5"WB 4WD LONG BRD - SLT D1 8H42 (SRW)", row 6.7L 24V Turbo Diesel (ETJ) / 68RFE 6 sp AUTO (DG7) (A6) axle 4.10 |
| 16,600 lb Conventional (hitch not printed) | 6.7L 24V Turbo Diesel (ETJ) / 68RFE 6 sp AUTO (DG7) (A6) | Quad Cab, Long Bed (SRW) · 160.5 in wheelbase | 4WD | 4.10 · Laramienote 8 | 24,000 lb | PDF page 9, "2008 Ram Base Weights/GCW/Payload 3500 09/01/2007", section "RAM QUAD CAB 3500 160.5"WB 4WD LONG BRD - LARAMIE D1 8P42 (SRW)", row 6.7L 24V Turbo Diesel (ETJ) / 68RFE 6 sp AUTO (DG7) (A6) axle 4.10 |
| 16,500 lb Conventional (hitch not printed) | 6.7L 24V Turbo Diesel (ETJ) / 68RFE 6 sp AUTO (DG7) (A6) | Mega Cab, Short Bed (SRW) · 160.5 in wheelbase | 4WD | 4.10 · SLTnote 9 | 24,000 lb | PDF page 11, "2008 Ram Base Weights/GCW/Payload 3500 09/01/2007", section "RAM MEGA CAB 3500 160.5"WB 4WD SHORT BED SLT D1 8H81 (SRW)", row 6.7L 24V Turbo Diesel (ETJ) / 68RFE 6 sp AUTO (DG7) (A6) axle 4.10 |
| 16,450 lb Conventional (hitch not printed) | 6.7L 24V Turbo Diesel (ETJ) / 68RFE 6 sp AUTO (DG7) (A6) | Quad Cab, Long Bed (DRW) · 160.5 in wheelbase | 4WD | 4.10 · STnote 10 | 24,000 lb | PDF page 8, "2008 Ram Base Weights/GCW/Payload 3500 09/01/2007", section "RAM QUAD CAB 3500 160.5"WB 4WD LONG BRD - ST D1 8L42 (DRW)", row 6.7L 24V Turbo Diesel (ETJ) / 68RFE 6 sp AUTO (DG7) (A6) axle 4.10 |
| 16,450 lb Conventional (hitch not printed) | 6.7L 24V Turbo Diesel (ETJ) / 68RFE 6 sp AUTO (DG7) (A6) | Mega Cab, Short Bed (SRW) · 160.5 in wheelbase | 4WD | 4.10 · Laramienote 11 | 24,000 lb | PDF page 11, "2008 Ram Base Weights/GCW/Payload 3500 09/01/2007", section "RAM MEGA CAB 3500 160.5"WB 4WD SHORT BED LARAMIE D1 8P81 (SRW)", row 6.7L 24V Turbo Diesel (ETJ) / 68RFE 6 sp AUTO (DG7) (A6) axle 4.10 |
| 16,350 lb Conventional (hitch not printed) | 6.7L 24V Turbo Diesel (ETJ) / 68RFE 6 sp AUTO (DG7) (A6) | Quad Cab, Short Bed (SRW) · 140.5 in wheelbase | 2WD | 4.10 · STnote 12 | 23,000 lb | PDF page 4, "2008 Ram Base Weights/GCW/Payload 3500 09/01/2007", section "RAM QUAD CAB 3500 140.5"WB 2WD SHORT BRD - ST D1 3L41 (SRW)", row 6.7L 24V Turbo Diesel (ETJ) / 68RFE 6 sp AUTO (DG7) (A6) axle 4.10 |
- GVWR 10,100 lbs. Body code D18L41. Chart prints a single Max Trailer column and does not state hitch type for this rating.
- GVWR 10,100 lbs. Body code D18H41. Chart prints a single Max Trailer column and does not state hitch type for this rating.
- GVWR 10,100 lbs. Body code D18L42. Chart prints a single Max Trailer column and does not state hitch type for this rating.
- GVWR 12,200 lbs. Body code D18L62. Chart prints a single Max Trailer column and does not state hitch type for this rating.
- GVWR 12,200 lbs. Body code D18H62. Chart prints a single Max Trailer column and does not state hitch type for this rating.
- GVWR 10,100 lbs. Body code D18P41. Chart prints a single Max Trailer column and does not state hitch type for this rating.
- GVWR 10,100 lbs. Body code D18H42. Chart prints a single Max Trailer column and does not state hitch type for this rating.
- GVWR 10,100 lbs. Body code D18P42. Chart prints a single Max Trailer column and does not state hitch type for this rating.
- GVWR 10,100 lbs. Body code D18H81. Chart prints a single Max Trailer column and does not state hitch type for this rating.
- GVWR 12,200 lbs. Body code D18L42. Chart prints a single Max Trailer column and does not state hitch type for this rating.
- GVWR 10,100 lbs. Body code D18P81. Chart prints a single Max Trailer column and does not state hitch type for this rating.
- GVWR 10,100 lbs. Body code D13L41. Chart prints a single Max Trailer column and does not state hitch type for this rating.
Chart source: Dodge, 2008 Dodge Ram 3500 Base Weights/GCW/Payload (Body Builder Guide). The evidence column gives each row’s page and table.
Find your exact configuration (140 rows) →Download 2008 rows as CSV ↓
What changes the number
- Engine and transmission
- Cab, bed, and wheelbase
- Two-wheel drive, four-wheel drive, or all-wheel drive
- Axle ratio and tow package
- Conventional hitch versus fifth-wheel versus gooseneck
- People, options, and cargo, which spend payload the chart assumed was empty
Questions
- How much can a 2008 Dodge Ram 3500 tow?
- The highest conventional-hitch rating for the 2008 Dodge Ram 3500 is 12,000 lb, the top of 43 rows transcribed from Dodge’s 2008 Dodge Ram 3500 Base Weights/GCW/Payload (Body Builder Guide). That row is printed for the 6.7L 24V Turbo Diesel (ETJ) / POSG56 6 sp MANU (DEG) (M6), Quad Cab, Long Bed (SRW) bed, 2WD, 160.5-in wheelbase, 3.42 axle, Laramie. 42 of the 140 transcribed conventional-hitch chart rows for 2008 are below 12,000 lb, and 97 are above it.
- Did Ram 3500 towing change for 2008?
- Compare the cited 2008 figures on this page with the 2007 record. They are stored separately.
- Which configuration hits the maximum?
- The 12,000 lb conventional maximum is printed for the 6.7L 24V Turbo Diesel (ETJ) / POSG56 6 sp MANU (DEG) (M6), Quad Cab, Long Bed (SRW) bed, 2WD, 160.5-in wheelbase, 3.42 axle, Laramie.
- What tongue weight should I plan for a 2008 Ram 3500?
- At the cited 12,000 lb conventional maximum, an illustrative 10% assumption produces 1,200 lb of tongue weight. This is not a recommended percentage or a measurement; follow your trailer and vehicle instructions and measure the actual load. That load counts against payload and the rear axle rating.
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