Which Engine Tows Best on the 2026 Ram 2500 for Drivers Near Hays, KS?

Marshall Motor Company – Which Engine Tows Best on the 2026 Ram 2500 for Drivers Near Hays, KS?

Choosing between the available High-Output 6.7L Cummins® Turbo Diesel I6 and the 6.4L HEMI® V8 comes down to what you tow, how often you tow, and the roads you cover. If your trailer weights regularly push into the upper ranges, the available Cummins® configuration is the torque leader, delivering up to 430 horsepower and a Best-in-Class available base diesel torque rating of up to 1,075 lb-ft. Properly equipped, this setup supports a maximum available diesel towing capacity of up to 20,000 pounds. The 6.4L HEMI® V8 is a confident all-rounder that thrives in mixed duty—think equipment runs during the week and a camper on the weekends—with a maximum gas towing capacity of up to 17,750 pounds and a maximum gas payload of up to 3,930 pounds, depending on configuration.

Beyond engine choice, what elevates towing confidence is the integrated hardware and software that Ram builds around the powertrain. The TorqueFlite® HD eight-speed automatic transmission is tuned for durability and smooth, intuitive shifts under load. Available Trailer Reverse Steering Control lets you guide the trailer with a dedicated knob as the system manages steering inputs. Pair that with the available 360° Trailer Surround View Camera, available Digital Rearview Mirror with side camera integration, and a wired Tow Mode Camera, and you’ve got an easy vantage point for tight yards and high-traffic ramps. If your driving includes gravel approaches or uneven terrain, consider the Class-Exclusive Available Auto-Level Rear Air Suspension to help reduce squat and keep your rig composed under varying tongue weights.

For long hauls, efficiency and fewer stops matter. Select Crew Cab models with the 8-foot bed can be equipped with an available 50-gallon fuel tank to stretch the distance between fill-ups. The available Tow Tech Package brings Trailer Tire Pressure Monitoring to the available 12-inch Digital Cluster Display, and the Trailer Light Check streamlines pre-trip inspections. Need extra storage for tie-downs and tools? The Class-Exclusive Available RamBox® Cargo Management System adds lockable, drainable storage with LED lighting and a driver-side 115-volt outlet—perfect for roadside tasks and camp setup.

Inside the cabin, towing is easier when critical data and navigation are right where you need them. The Largest-in-Class available 14.5-inch infotainment touchscreen with available Uconnect® 5 NAV delivers tow-specific navigation, while the available 12-inch Digital Cluster Display provides Trailer Tow Pages, Off-Road Pages, and vehicle dynamics at a glance. For teams or families, available Class-Exclusive Dual Wireless Charging Pads keep devices powered, and the available 900-watt Harman Kardon® Premium Audio system with 17 speakers helps make long days on I-70 or K-183 more comfortable.

Safety and driver assistance technologies also play a big role in all-season towing around the High Plains. Forward Collision Warning with Active Braking can help bring the truck to a stop—even with a trailer attached—while Class-Exclusive standard Adaptive Cruise Control can work down to 0 mph, relieving fatigue during slow traffic. Available LaneSense® Lane Departure Warning with Lane Keep Assist, available Drowsy Driver Detection, and available Traffic Sign Recognition can further support awareness on late-night or multi-state hauls.

If you’re weighing engines, ask yourself two questions: how heavy is your heaviest trailer, and how often do you tow it? If the answer is “heavy and often,” the available Cummins® diesel is your go-to for peak torque and high-end tow ratings. If your use case is varied, the 6.4L HEMI® V8’s balanced performance and payload capability make it a strong everyday partner. Either way, you can tailor towing tech, suspension, mirrors, and camera systems to your workload.

Marshall Motor Company is here to help you match the right engine, axle ratio, hitch, and towing technology to your real-world trailer. Bring your specs, and we’ll build a setup that’s not just capable on paper, but confident and easy to live with out on Kansas roads.

Frequently Asked Questions:

Which engine offers the highest towing capacity?

The available High-Output 6.7L Cummins® Turbo Diesel I6 offers the highest tow rating when properly equipped, with up to 20,000 pounds of maximum available diesel towing.

Is the gas 6.4L HEMI® V8 a good choice if I tow less frequently?

Yes. The 6.4L HEMI® V8 is excellent for mixed use, with up to 17,750 pounds of maximum gas towing and strong payload capability—ideal if you split time between work duty and recreation.

Which features help most with backing and hitching?

Available Trailer Reverse Steering Control, the available 360° Trailer Surround View Camera, the available Digital Rearview Mirror with side camera integration, and the Trailer Light Check make hookups and maneuvers far simpler.

What should I bring to a towing-focused test drive?

Bring trailer weights, tongue weight, hitch type, and typical routes. Ask to demo cameras, mirrors, and the Tow Tech Package. If possible, schedule time on a route with highway merges, grades, and tight lots.

We’re proudly serving McPherson, Hutchinson, and Hays with a test-drive process designed around real-world towing. Tell us how you use your truck, and we’ll configure a build that’s ready for work and weekends alike.

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