What Engines Does the 2026 Ram 2500HD Offer?

The 2026 Ram 2500 Heavy Duty is one of the most asked-about trucks on the lot at Tower Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram in Calgary, AB -- and for good reason. Buyers shopping the three-quarter-ton segment in Alberta have a real shortlist to work through: engine choice, trim ladder, towing numbers, warranty fine print, and how the truck actually behaves on long Highway 2 runs or pulling a trailer up the Smith-Dorrien.

This guide walks through the most common questions we hear from Calgary truck shoppers, with answers pulled straight from how the 2026 Ram 2500HD is built, equipped, and warrantied. Use it to narrow down the right configuration before you book a test drive.

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EngineHorsepowerTorque
6.4L HEMI V-8 (standard)405 hp429 lb-ft
6.7L Cummins High-Output Turbo Diesel430 hp1,075 lb-ft

What Trims Are Available?

The 2026 Ram 2500HD lineup gives Calgary buyers a wide range of choices:

Tradesman: Work truck foundation, cloth bench seat, durable surfaces.
Big Horn: Daily-driver comfort upgrades, power features, 18-inch polished wheels.
Black Express / Warlock: Sport-truck appearance or off-road styling with 20-inch wheels.
Power Wagon / Rebel HD: Off-road performance with specialized shocks and locking differentials.
Laramie / Limited Longhorn / Limited: Premium leather-trimmed luxury and top-tier tech.

How Much Can the 2026 Ram 2500HD Tow and Haul?

Towing and payload depend on configuration. For the documented 6.4L HEMI V-8 trims (Black Express and Warlock):

  • Towing capacity: 14,930 lbs (6,772 kg)
  • Payload capacity: 3,320 lbs (1,506 kg)

What Makes the Ram 2500HD Ride Better Than Other Heavy Duties?

The Ram 2500HD uses a link-coil rear suspension instead of a traditional leaf-spring setup. This isolates axle hop and reduces harshness on frost-heaved highways like Highway 22 or gravel roads. It keeps the truck planted whether running empty or towing through Calgary traffic.

What Warranty Coverage Comes With the 2026 Ram 2500HD?

Every 2026 Ram 2500HD sold in Canada includes a 10-year or 160,000-kilometre powertrain warranty--double the industry standard. It also features a 36-month/60,000 km basic warranty and 5-year roadside assistance.

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