What is the towing capacity for a 1997 dodge ram?

Answer 1

A 1997 Dodge Ram Club Cab, 8ft box and 5.2l (318c.i.) motor has a towing capacity of 8100 lbs when properly equipped. Options that would be beneficial are a transmission cooler, heavy duty alternator, heavy duty battery, and possibly the trailer tow prep package.

If you are looking to haul a RV camper trailer, don't forget that you need to add all the belongings that will be taken, such as canned goods, clothing, kitchen items, lawn chairs etc. Also the number of people that will be in the towing vehicle must be factored in to the total amount. So if properly equipped the equation would be for example:

Trailer weight # people amount of stuff max Total

6000 lbs 2 x 150 1800 lbs = 8100 lbs