Towing Weight Capacity and Parts Need to Tow with a 2012 Dodge Ram 1500 3.7L V-6 Engine
Question:
2012 Dodge Ram 1500 3.7 V6 What is the towing capacity?
asked by: Patrick
Expert Reply:
If you check page 550 of your owner's manual it states that a 2012 Ram 1500 with a 3.7L V-6 engine has a towing weight capacity of 3,750 lbs.
For a trailer hitch I recommend the Draw-Tite Ultra Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver # 41948 which is the most popular trailer hitch for your 1500.
You also need wiring like the Tekonsha # 119178KIT for a 4-Way and then the Kit # ETBC7 if you need a fully functioning 7-Way.
I recommend using an adjustable ball mount like the B&W # BWTS10049B which comes with 1-7/8", 2", and 2-5/16" hitch balls which allow you to adapt to a variety of towing applications.
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Tekonsha Tail Light Converter with 4-Way Flat Trailer Connector and Install Kit
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B&W Tow & Stow 3-Ball Mount - 2" Hitch - 7" Drop, 7-1/2" Rise - 10K - Black
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Draw-Tite Ultra Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver w/ Cast Center - Custom Fit - Class V - 2"
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- Class V
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