Hastings Ram – Which Is Better for Towing a Fifth-Wheel around Grand Island, NE: 2025 Ram 2500 or 2025 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 HD?
Shoppers often ask which heavy-duty truck handles a fifth-wheel best in and around Grand Island, NE. The short answer is that both models are capable, but the 2025 Ram 2500 has key advantages that seasoned towers will notice day one. Its available High-Output 6.7L Cummins® Turbo Diesel I6 delivers 430 horsepower and a Best-in-Class available base diesel torque rating of 1,075 lb-ft, paired with a new TorqueFlite® HD eight-speed automatic that feels decisive and calm under load. That deep torque at low RPM, combined with the Cummins® exhaust brake, reduces downshifts and brake heat on long grades. Chevrolet’s Duramax 6.6L Turbo-Diesel V8 has impressive output and an Allison® 10-speed automatic, but its peak torque is lower, which can be felt when moving out from a stop with a heavy pin weight.
Control is the second pillar. The Ram 2500’s available Auto-Level Rear Air Suspension — a class-exclusive — helps level the rig automatically, improving stability and optimizing headlight aim when the fifth-wheel is on the hitch. Silverado 2500 HD offers robust suspension tuning, but not a comparable rear air system. Inside the cab, Ram’s Largest-in-Class available 14.5-inch Uconnect® touchscreen and Class-Exclusive available 10.25-inch Passenger Interactive Display keep towing pages, navigation, and camera feeds easy to view, while the co-pilot manages routes or campground check-in without hijacking the driver’s screen.
- Torque advantage: Ram’s available 1,075 lb-ft helps launch smoothly with heavy pin weights.
- Air-leveling control: Available Auto-Level Rear Air Suspension maintains a composed, level stance.
- Integrated visibility: Surround View and Trailer Tow View simplify backing into tight sites.
- Dual-screen workflow: Driver keeps towing data up while the passenger handles navigation.
- Confidence on descents: Cummins® exhaust brake reduces service brake use on long grades.
- Hardware for the unexpected: POWER WAGON® offers a factory WARN winch for recovery scenarios.
Shoppers also consider cab comfort and fatigue on long hauls. The Ram 2500’s cab design shines on crosswinds and rough surfaces, with quieter operation and supportive seating across trims like LARAMIE®, LIMITED LONGHORN™, and LIMITED. Silverado counters with an available 13.4-inch infotainment screen and a 12.3-inch Driver Information Center, plus up to 14 available camera views including Transparent Trailer, but Ram’s interface is quicker to master, and the split-screen capability helps reduce menu diving when you need immediate information. The available RamBox Cargo Management System adds lockable, drainable bedside storage so hitch hardware, gloves, and chocks are secure and dry without cluttering the cabin.
Bottom line for fifth-wheel towing: if you prioritize low-RPM pull, automatic leveling, and a thoughtful, two-screen cockpit, the 2025 Ram 2500 is the more confidence-inspiring companion. Silverado 2500 HD remains a sound alternative, particularly if you value its Allison® 10-speed and trailering camera suite, but the Ram’s torque and chassis tuning make daily towing feel easier, especially on steep grades, windy stretches, and when backing into tight spots at the campground.
Frequently Asked Questions:
Does the 2025 Ram 2500 have enough torque for steep grades with a fifth-wheel?
Yes. With an available 1,075 lb-ft of Best-in-Class base diesel torque from the High-Output 6.7L Cummins® Turbo Diesel I6, the Ram 2500 pulls confidently at low RPM and pairs that thrust with an exhaust brake for downhill control.
How does rear air suspension help with fifth-wheel towing?
The Ram 2500’s available Auto-Level Rear Air Suspension automatically levels the truck when the trailer is attached, improving stability, headlight aim, and ride quality while helping the transmission and steering feel more settled.
When you are ready to compare both trucks side by side, Hastings Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram can set up a route that mimics your real-world use, serving Juniata, Grand Island, and Aurora with expert guidance on hitches, brake controllers, and setup so your fifth-wheel tows safely and smoothly from day one.
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