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        Towing Guide for Ram

            

        GOOSENECK HITCH
        Used for towing the heaviest loads your truck can handle.
        FIFTH WHEEL HITCH
        A fifth wheel looks like the horseshoe-shaped hitch on a big rig. It's perfect for towing R/Vs and heavy trailers.
        HOW TO DRIVE WITH A TRAILER
        If this is your first time towing a trailer, be sure to practice in an open area before hitting the road. 
         

        GO SLOW
        When towing a loaded trailer, it takes more distance to accelerate and brake. So take it slow and give yourself room between your truck and the other vehicles. Drive as you would on an icy road.
        		 
        PASSING
        As a rule, only pass when necessary and obey all laws. Remember to account for your trailer length when passing a slower vehicle. Check that you've cleared the other vehicle before returning to your lane. Also, the extra trailer weight will make acceleration slower. Be sure to use your turn signals and allow for plenty of clearance.

         

        MAINTAIN CONTROL
        If you feel the trailer start to sway or whip, simply take your foot off the gas pedal. Do not brake or speed up. 

        		 
        THE LONGER THE TRAILER, THE WIDER THE TURN
        Swing wide while turning and double check your mirrors to be sure your trailer clears all obstacles.
         
        HOW TO BACK UP
        Start by putting you hand at the bottom of the steering wheel. To turn left, move your hand left. To turn right, move it right. Adjust your direction little by little. Slight turns of the steering wheel translate to greater movement of the trailer. 

        If your trailer ends up jackknifing, simply pull forward to straighten out and try again. Backing up can take some getting used to so take it slow and have someone behind the trailer to spot you.        		 
        UNEVEN TERRAIN
        Always slow down before going downhill. If you're in a manual transmission vehicle, downshift when going both uphill and downhill.
         

        FEATURES TO MAKE TOWING EASIER

        Four Corner Air Suspension available
        With the Active-Level Four Corner Air suspension with automatic load leveling, you can tow and haul with confidence. This also lowers the vehicle at highway speeds for reduced drag and greater efficiency. 

        Trailer-Tow Group package
        The trailer brake controller operates the trailer's brakes so it brakes in tandem with the vehicle's brakes. This system is electronic and fully integrated. The tow package also includes*:
        Class IV Receiver Hitch
        Power Trailer Tow Mirrors with Manual Fold-Away
        Exterior Mirrors with Courtesy Lights

        SURROUND VIEW CAMERA
        Provides a complete 360 degree picture of vehicle surroundings* to help make things like parking, loading and unloading, and hooking up a trailer safer and easier. 

        *See dealer for details.
        *Always check entire surroundings visually before proceeding.


        TOWING GLOSSARY
        Your one stop shop for all the lingo.

        LIGHT DUTY TRUCK
        Perfect combination of power and efficiency. Used for towing boats, ATVs, or trailers. A Ram 1500 can tackle these jobs.

        HEAVY DUTY TRUCK
        Usually used for towing construction equipment and other heavy commercial loads. Also great for R/Vs or horse trailers where you need extra capability. Look for the Ram 2500 and 3500. 

        CURB WEIGHT
        The weight of the vehicle without any passengers or cargo, but including all necessary fuel, fluids, and standard equipment.

        CARGO WEIGHT
        Total weight of all of your vehicle's cargo.

        PASSENGER WEIGHT
        Total weight of all of your passengers, given a driver weighing 150 pounds.

        TRAILER CARGO
        Total weight of all of your trailer's cargo.

        TRAILER WEIGHT
        Total weight of your trailer

        GROSS VEHICLE WEIGHT RATING (GVWR)
        The total weight of a fully loaded vehicle, including passengers and payload - but excluding all towing.

        GROSS TRAILER WEIGHT RATING (GTWR)
        The total weight of the trailer plus all the cargo in it. 

        GROSS COMBINED WEIGHT RATING (GCWR)
        Assumes properly equipped vehicle and 150-pound allowance for driver. Additional options, equipment, passengers, and cargo weight must be subtracted.

        PAYLOAD 
        The transported load, freight, EXCLUDING the weight of the trailer or tow vehicle. 

        TONGUE WEIGHT
        The downward force exerted on the hitch ball by the trailer. 

        AXLE RATIO
        Gears in the truck's differential, which is a mechanical device that links the rear axle to the driveshaft and then the engine. Expressed as a ratio such as 3.55:1 meaning the drive shaft turns 3.55 times for every turn of a wheel. 



        A higher axle ratio offers more towing power and quicker acceleration, while a lower axle ratio offers better engine efficiency and quieter vehicle operation. Ram trucks come in a variety of axle ratios to suit your various towing needs. Find the balance of power and efficiency and view all the new Ram trucks here.  




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