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Which RAM Trucks Are Best For Towing Boats in Florida?
What RAM Truck Should You Buy to Tow a Boat?
RAM trucks continue to win awards for being capable, comfortable, and innovative, making the entire lineup a great choice for your towing needs. The well-equipped and versatile RAM 1500 has a maximum towing capacity of 11,600 pounds, which is perfect for towing a boat around Florida. The heavy-duty RAM trucks can tow even more, making them incredibly popular with boat owners around Land O' Lakes, Riverview, and Dade City.
If you're in the market for a RAM truck to tow your boat to Tampa Bay, the team at Chrysler Dodge Jeep RAM of Tampa Bay can help. Our sales team will help you choose the best RAM truck for your towing needs, and our finance team can build a loan or lease using the latest incentives and offers.
Read on to learn more about the towing capabilities of the RAM truck lineup.
What Features Make RAM Trucks So Good at Towing?
RAM has built a lineup of trucks with everything today's drivers want: from the RAM 1500 with several available powertrains to the heavy-duty RAM 2500 and RAM 3500 with engine options that deliver more than 1000 lb-ft of torque.
RAM offers the award-winning 1500 in a professional-ready grade. This model, outfitted with the 5.7-liter V8 engine, can tow up to 11,610 pounds. This towing capability is more than enough to handle most boats around Tampa Bay.
The towing capability in each RAM truck comes from:
- The engine's horsepower and torque.
- The 98% steel frame construction
- Available Active-Levelâ„¢ Four Corner Air Suspension System
- Cab and bed configuration
- Tow Mode & Trailering features
If you have a boat and trailer that weighs more than 11,610 pounds, then the RAM 2500 and 3500 are better choices. The RAM 2500 with a High-Output 6.7L Cummins® Turbo Diesel I6 engine has 1,075 lb-ft of torque and can tow up to 20,000 pounds, and the RAM 3500 with the same engine can tow up to 36,610 pounds.
What's Under the Hood of RAM Trucks?
The RAM lineup of capable and innovative trucks has several engine options with different goals. Some are built for towing and payloads, while others are built for daily driving, off-roading, and performance.
The RAM 1500 engine lineup includes:
- The 3.6-liter V6 Pentastar engine with a 48-volt hybrid system that delivers 305 horsepower and 269 lb-ft of torque
- The twin-turbo 3.0-liter Hurricane inline-six with 420 horsepower and 469 lb-ft of torque
- The high-output, twin-turbo 3.0-liter Hurricane inline-six with 540 horsepower and 521 lb-ft of torque
- The 5.7-liter Hemi® V8 with 395 horsepower and 410 lb-ft of torque
The RAM 2500 and 3500 engine choices include:
- The 6.4-liter HEMI® V8 engine with 405 horsepower and 429 lb-ft of torque
- The High-Output 6.7-liter Cummins® Turbo-Diesel inline-six engine with 430 horsepower and 1,075 lb-ft of torque
These engines are paired with an eight-speed automatic transmission. Rear-wheel drive is standard, but many trims come with four-wheel drive as a standard or available feature.
What Towing Features Do I Need to Tow a Boat in Florida?
Towing your boat safely around Florida requires more than just a towing-capable truck. To safely get your truck to the boat launch, your RAM truck benefits from having towing technology. You'll have better visibility and peace of mind by adding these optional features to your RAM truck:
- Trailer Reverse Steering & Brake Control
- Trailer Light Check
- An LED Trailer Hitch Light
- Trailer Tire Pressure Monitoring System
- 360° Surround View Camera
- Telescoping Trailer Tow Mirrors
- Digital Rearview Camera
- The correct class receiver
What Tech Features are Standard in the RAM Truck Lineup?
RAM trucks are outfitted with tech features that make daily driving and professional tasks safer and more convenient.
The entry-level Tradesman truck is outfitted with tech and gear for drivers who need their vehicles for work-related tasks. This model has a Class-V hitch receiver, trailer brake control, and a manual-locking tailgate. It also has an 8.4-inch touchscreen with Apple CarPlay® and Android™ Auto and a 3.5-inch driving information display.
Standard safety features in the entry-level Tradesman include:
- Forward Collision Warning
- Forward Automatic Emergency Braking
- Pedestrian and Cyclist Detection
- Stop-and-Go Adaptive Cruise Control
RAM offers better-equipped trim levels for drivers who want comfort, convenience, and power. For example, the mid-level RAM 1500 Laramie comes with more features that drivers want. This capable trim includes tech features like:
- LED taillights and headlights
- A 12.0-inch touchscreen and digital gauge cluster
- Navigation
- Several USB ports
- Amazon Alexa
- Proximity keyless entry
- A household power outlet
- An auto-dimming rearview mirror
The mid-level Laramie trim adds Blind-Spot Monitoring and Rear Cross-Traffic Alert. Drivers can add optional features like a 14.4-inch touchscreen, a 17-speaker Harman Kardon sound system, and power running boards.
The heavy-duty RAM 2500 and RAM 3500 trims are outfitted with similar tech and convenience features.
Why Do Boat Owners Love Their RAM Trucks?
Boat owners love their RAM trucks for several reasons. Most importantly, they can tow more than enough to get their boats from their driveways to the launch ramps. They also love their RAM trucks because:
- They are outfitted with posh comfort features like leather seats and heated steering wheels.
- They have large, easy-to-use infotainment systems.
- They have a suite of safety tech, making them family-friendly vehicles.
- They have powerful, capable engines and transmissions.
- They have rugged good looks inside and out.
- They are versatile trucks for daily driving and weekend adventures.
Find Your RAM Truck at Chrysler Dodge Jeep RAM of Tampa Bay in Tampa Bay, FL
You'll find the RAM truck lineup at Chrysler Dodge Jeep RAM of Tampa Bay in Tampa Bay, FL. When you visit our dealership for a test drive, ask our sales team about how we can help you customize your truck.