Find GCWR - Published Towing Guides
Use Towing Guides Below OR (for Diesel) First Check Diesel Supplement then Owners Manual (gasoline and diesels that are not in diesel supplement)
Request Build Sheet by VIN to determine Axle Ratio(1998 or newer)
Ram 2022 Pickups 1500-DT 1500-DS| 2500 4x2 | 2500 4x4 | 3500 4x2 | 3500 4x4
Ram 2021 1500-DT | 1500-DS | 2500 6.4L Gas | 2500 6.7L Diesel | 3500 6.4L Gas | 3500 6.7L Diesel Standard Output | 3500 6.7L Diesel High Output | 2500/3500 Box Off
Ram 2020 1500-DT | 1500-DS| 2500 | 3500 | 2500/3500 Box Off
Ram 2019 1500-DT 1500-DS| 2500 | 3500 | 2500/3500 Box Off
Newer Models have a Trailering Sticker near the Federal Certification label on the Drivers Door Jamb.
Use Towing Guide Links Below OR (for Diesel) Check Diesel Supplement OR Owners Manual
Cheverolet/GMC 2020 Towing Guide
Cheverolet/GMC 2008-2021 (Find model|Choose Manual or Trailering Guide|Towing section)
RPO(Regular Production Options) Codes List
Check Owners Manual
Fifth Wheel and Gooseneck Hitch Ratings
| Models | GTWR (LBS) | Vertical Load (Pin Weight Rating) (LBS) |
|---|---|---|
| 16K Patriot | 16000 | 4000 |
| 18K Patriot | 18000 | 4500 |
| 20K Companion, OEM, Slider | 20000 | 5000 |
| Companion Flatbed | 22000 | 5500 |
| 25K Companion OEM | 25000 | 6250 |
| Turnover Ball | 30000 | N/A |
| Ball & Safety Chain OEM | 30000 | 7500 |
| Extend-a-Goose | 24000 | 6000 |
| Defender Locking Coupler | 25000 | 7500 |
| Models | GTWR (LBS) | Vertical Load (Pin Weight Rating) (LBS) |
|---|---|---|
| A16K, E16K | 16000 | 4000 |
| A20K, E20K | 20000 | 5000 |
| Q24, A25/Q25(Ford Puck) | 24000 | 6000 |
| A25K, Q25K | 25000 | 6250 |
| A30K | 30000 | 7000 |
| Powerride 30K | 30000 | 7500 |
| Gooseneck Hitches | ||
| Double Lock EZR (60678 Select Silverado, Sierra) | 25000 | 6250 |
| Double Lock EZR, OEM, Original Double Lock, Quick Goose II | 30000 | 7500 |
| Models | GTWR (LBS) | Vertical Load (Pin Weight Rating) (LBS) |
|---|---|---|
| 16K | 16000 | 4000 |
| 20K | 20000 | 5000 |
| 27K | 27000 | 6750 |
| 30K | 30000 | 7500 |
| 32K | 32000 | 6400 |
| Gooseneck Hitches Reese Gooseneck Website | ||
| Elite 25K, Fold Down | 25000 | 6250 |
| Remove-a-Ball | 30000 | 7500 |
| Under Bed 30K | 32000 | 8125 |
| Models | GTWR (LBS) | Vertical Load (Pin Weight Rating) (LBS) |
|---|---|---|
| 14K Superglide | 14000 | Not Given |
| 16K | 16000 | 4000 |
| 18K Puck Series | 18000 | 4500 |
| 20K | 20000 | 5000 |
| 24K | 24000 | 6000 |
| 25K Puck Series | 25000 | 6250 |
| Gooseneck Hitches | ||
| Superlite (4 pt and single pt) | 20000 | 5000 |
| Models | GTWR (LBS) | Vertical Load (Pin Weight Rating) (LBS) |
|---|---|---|
| BD3 | 14000 | 2500 |
| TS3 | 25000 | 4500 |
| BD5 | 28000 | 5000 |
| TSLB | 32000 | 5000 (7500 3rd air bag) |
| Models | GTWR (LBS) | Vertical Load (Pin Weight Rating) (LBS) |
|---|---|---|
| 13000 | 3250 | |
| 16000 | 4000 | |
| 18000 | 4500 | |
| 21000 | 5250 | |
| 31000 | 7750 |
| Models | GTWR (LBS) | Vertical Load (Pin Weight Rating) (LBS) |
|---|---|---|
| Ultimate Rail Mount | 20000 | 4500 |
| Ultimate | 24000 | 4500 |
Truck Classifications Based on GVWR
EPA - Environamental Protection Agency
| GVWR (lbs) | Vehicle Class |
|---|---|
| <6000 | Class 1 |
| 10000 | Class 2 |
| 14000 | Class 3 |
| 16000 | Class 4 |
| 19500 | Class 5 |
| 26000 | Class 6 |
| 33000 | Class 7 |
| >33000 | Class 8 |