The 2026 Ram 1500 Ramcharger is a full-size pickup truck featuring an electrified powertrain combined with a gasoline-powered generator. Built at the Sterling Heights Assembly Plant in Michigan, it is classified as a medium-duty passenger vehicle with a gross vehicle weight rating under 10,000 pounds.
The powertrain consists of dual electric motors supported by a 3.6-liter Pentastar V6 gasoline engine, which serves as a generator. The system produces a total of 647 horsepower and 610 lb-ft of torque. Acceleration from 0 to 60 mph is targeted at 4.5 seconds, with a top speed limited to 114 mph. The estimated total range is 690 miles, including 145 miles of all-electric driving.
The truck utilizes a 400-volt, 91.8-kWh lithium-ion battery with a usable energy capacity of 69.7 kWh. Charging times vary depending on the method used. A Level 1 120V charger requires approximately 45 hours for a full charge, while a Level 2 240V charger completes a full charge in about 8 hours at 11 kW. DC fast charging at a maximum of 350 kW can bring the battery from 20 to 80 percent in approximately 45 minutes.
For towing and hauling, the Ramcharger has a targeted payload capacity of 2,625 pounds and a maximum towing capacity of 14,000 pounds. The vehicle features a ladder-type steel body with the STLA Frame platform, a longitudinal front generator layout, and dual electric motors. The front motor delivers 250 kW, while the rear motor provides 248 kW, both utilizing permanent magnet AC technology.
The suspension system consists of an independent air suspension setup with upper and lower A-arms for both the front and rear. The braking system includes 8-lug hub disc brakes with twin-piston pin-slider calipers and ABS, measuring 14.17 inches in the front and 14.09 inches in the rear.
The truck is equipped with a 5-foot, 7-inch cargo box, providing 53.8 cubic feet of volume. It has a wheelbase of 144.6 inches, an overall length of 232.4 inches, and a width of 81.2 inches. Ground clearance is 9 inches in normal air suspension mode, with a maximum approach angle of 19.9 degrees and a departure angle of 19.8 degrees.
The interior provides seating for up to six occupants, with front headroom of 40.9 inches and rear headroom of 39.8 inches. Legroom measures 40.9 inches in the front and 40.2 inches in the rear. Shoulder room is 65.9 inches in the front and 65.6 inches in the rear.
The total weight of the vehicle is 7,507 pounds, distributed as 4,412 pounds on the front axle and 3,095 pounds on the rear. The truck is equipped with six airbags, including front, side, and curtain airbags for both rows. Steering is electrically assisted, with a ratio of 16.2:1 and a turning diameter of 49.4 feet.
The 2026 Ram 1500 Ramcharger combines electric and gasoline power in a design that supports high towing capacity, extended range, and a capable work-ready platform.
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