Prince George sits at the junction of two major highway corridors and within reach of some of the most demanding terrain in British Columbia. If you are hauling equipment to a job site north of town, pulling a sled trailer up the Yellowhead, or moving a fifth-wheel camper through the Cariboo, the truck you choose needs to be rated for it -- and then some.
The 2026 Ram 2500 and 3500 Heavy Duty offer two engine options with distinctly different towing ceilings. Picking the right one comes down to understanding what you pull, how often, and how heavy it gets.
The 2026 Ram HD is available with two powertrains. Both pair with the ZF TorqueFlite HD 8-speed automatic transmission with an electronic column shifter.
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Engine |
Output |
Max Towing |
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6.7-litre Cummins HO Turbo Diesel I-6 |
430 hp / 1,075 lb-ft |
16,606 kg (36,610 lbs) |
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6.4-litre HEMI V-8 |
405 hp / 429 lb-ft |
6,772 kg (14,930 lbs) |
The Cummins diesel produces its 1,075 lb-ft of torque at just 1,800 rpm -- low in the power band, which means you feel it from the moment you start moving under load. The TorqueFlite HD transmission runs a 3.42 rear axle ratio with the diesel, a more fuel-efficient setup that delivers the full towing capacity without requiring a numerically higher axle ratio.
The HEMI V-8 covers the wide range of recreational and light-commercial towing applications. It is the standard engine across the Ram HD lineup and handles the majority of what most BC drivers pull on a regular basis.
Both the 2500 and 3500 share the same engine options, but the 3500's heavier rear axle and available dual rear wheel configuration unlocks higher payload and gooseneck ratings:
For drivers in the Prince George area running commercial loads, large gooseneck horse trailers, or heavy equipment flatbeds on Highway 16 or Highway 97, the Ram 3500 diesel gives you the most capacity and the most margin.
To put the Ram HD's numbers in context for how drivers in this region actually use their trucks:
These are general reference ranges. Always verify your trailer's actual loaded weight before selecting a hitch and engine configuration. Towing capacity varies by cab style, box length, axle ratio, and hitch type.
Getting the load to its destination safely is where the Ram HD's towing technology earns its place. The 2026 lineup carries available systems designed for drivers who tow in challenging conditions:
The Uconnect 5 system runs on an architecture five times faster than the previous generation, with a standard 12-inch or available 14.5-inch touchscreen and available 12.3-inch digital gauge cluster showing towing and driver-assist information.
The 2026 Ram HD runs from Tradesman through Big Horn, Laramie, Rebel, Power Wagon, Limited Longhorn, and Limited. Standard adaptive cruise control and Forward Collision Warning-Plus are included from Big Horn trim onward -- useful features when pulling a heavy load on a long highway stretch through the Interior.
For operators in Prince George and the surrounding region who work their trucks hard, the Big Horn and Laramie represent the core of the lineup: full towing capability, the important safety technology, and the comfort to handle long days behind the wheel.
Every towing situation in northern BC is different -- the load, the road, the season, and the frequency all factor in. Drop by Northland Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram in Prince George and talk through your specific hauling needs with our team. We can walk you through the engine, axle, and trim combination that fits your work.
