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ITCH
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The following chart provides the maximum trailer weight a given factory equipped trailer hitch type can tow and should be used to assist you in selecting the
correct trailer hitch for your intended towing condition.
All trailer hitches should be professionally installed on your vehicle.
Class III Bumper Hitch Access
Remove the cap with a trim stick or screw driver to
access the Class III hitch attachment.
NOTE:
Be careful not to scratch the bumper step pad.
Class III Bumper Hitch Access
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RAILER
T
OWING
W
EIGHTS
(M
AXIMUM
T
RAILER
W
EIGHT
R
ATINGS
)
NOTE:
For trailer towing information (maximum trailer
weight ratings) refer to the following website
addresses:
ramtrucks.com/en/towing_guide/
T
RAILER
A
ND
T
ONGUE
W
EIGHT
Weight Distribution
Trailer Hitch Type and Maximum Trailer Weight
Hitch Type
Max. Trailer Weight / Max. Tongue Weight
Class III Bumper Hitch - 1500 Model
6,000 lb (2,721 kg) / 500 lb (226 kg)
Class IV - 1500 Model
12,750 lb (5,783 kg) / 1,275 lb (578 kg)
Refer to the “Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings)” for the Maximum Gross Trailer Weight (GTW) towable for your given drivetrain.
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