Heavy Load / Towing
RAM 2500 — Heavy Load / Towing Tire Pressure
For heavy load / towing use on the RAM 2500, set cold pressures to 58 PSI front and 70 PSI rear.
Heavy Load / Towing cold pressure
Front
58
400 kPa
+3 vs OEM
Rear
70
483 kPa
+5 vs OEM
OEM spec
55/65 PSI
Tire size
265/70R17
Curb weight
2,900 kg
Category
pickup
When loaded to GVWR or towing, increase rear PSI more than front to keep the load-carrying capacity within spec.
Community-tuned pressures based on OEM spec + typical use-case deltas. Always verify against your door-jamb sticker for your exact trim and load rating. Minimum safe pressure is 24 PSI for most passenger tires.
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FAQ
Frequently asked
- What tire pressure should I use for load driving in the RAM 2500?
- For heavy load / towing use on the RAM 2500, set cold pressures to 58 PSI front and 70 PSI rear. When loaded to GVWR or towing, increase rear PSI more than front to keep the load-carrying capacity within spec.
- What is the OEM tire pressure for the RAM 2500?
- The factory cold pressure spec for the 2019–2024 RAM 2500 is 55 PSI front / 65 PSI rear. Always use the door-jamb sticker for your specific trim.
- What about towing with the RAM 2500?
- Towing or carrying heavy loads shifts weight rearward. Using 58 PSI front / 70 PSI rear keeps load-carrying capacity within spec and prevents rear sidewall overheating.
- What is 58 PSI in bar or kPa?
- 58 PSI = 4.0 bar = 400 kPa. The rear 70 PSI = 4.8 bar.
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