The 2027 Ford Super Duty F-350 tows up to 22,500 lbs on its standard 7.3L gas V8. The Ram 3500 counters with a diesel tow rating of 37,020 lbs but trails the F-350 on payload when gas engines are compared. This page breaks down every key number and feature so you can see current inventory at Canton Ford and decide which truck fits your work.
The F-350 is the stronger choice for buyers who need maximum payload flexibility, a broader trim lineup, and a 10-speed transmission with five selectable drive modes on the gas engine. The Ram 3500 is the right call for buyers whose top priority is diesel towing capacity, and who want a larger available infotainment screen. Neither truck wins every category, so the decision comes down to what your job site or job description demands.
| Spec | 2027 Ford F-350 | 2027 Ram 3500 |
|---|---|---|
| Standard engine | 7.3L V8 Gas | 6.4L HEMI V8 Gas |
| Available engine | 6.7L HO Power Stroke Diesel | 6.7L Cummins HO Turbo Diesel I6 |
| Gas horsepower | 420 hp | 405 hp |
| Diesel horsepower | 500 hp | 430 hp |
| Gas torque | 445 lb-ft | 429 lb-ft |
| Diesel torque | 1,200 lb-ft | 1,075 lb-ft |
| Transmission | 10-speed automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Max conventional tow (gas) | 19,500 lbs | 18,150 lbs |
| Max conventional tow (diesel) | 25,000 lbs | 37,020 lbs |
| Max payload (gas DRW) | 7,900 lbs | 7,580 lbs |
| Basic warranty | 3 yr / 36,000 mi | 3 yr / 36,000 mi |
Ford Super Duty towing methodology
A note on the diesel tow figures: the Ram 3500’s 37,020 lb rating is achieved on a DRW Regular Cab configuration with the Cummins diesel. The F-350 DRW diesel reaches up to 28,000 lbs fifth-wheel. These are not the same hitch type, so compare ratings matched to your trailer setup.
The F-350’s standard 7.3L V8 produces 420 hp and 445 lb-ft of torque, paired with a TorqShift-G 10-speed automatic. That transmission offers five selectable drive modes: Normal, Eco, Slippery, Tow/Haul, and Off-Road/Trail. The optional 6.7L High-Output Power Stroke diesel steps output up to 500 hp and 1,200 lb-ft of torque, giving the F-350 the diesel torque advantage over the Ram’s 1,075 lb-ft Cummins.
The Ram 3500’s base 6.4L HEMI V8 produces 405 hp and 429 lb-ft, matched to an 8-speed TorqueFlite automatic. The available 6.7L Cummins HO diesel delivers 430 hp and 1,075 lb-ft. On peak diesel torque, the F-350’s Power Stroke holds a 125 lb-ft advantage. On diesel towing capacity by the numbers from published tow charts, the Ram 3500 DRW diesel reaches higher figures in conventional tow configurations.
For buyers running the gas engine, the F-350 leads on horsepower (420 vs 405), torque (445 vs 429 lb-ft), and towing (up to 19,500 lbs vs 18,150 lbs).
The F-350 Crew Cab provides 40.8 inches of front headroom and 43.9 inches of front legroom. Rear legroom in the Crew Cab measures 43.6 inches. The cargo box offers 65.6 cubic feet in the short-wheelbase configuration and 78.7 cubic feet in the long-wheelbase version. Cargo box width between wheelhouses is 50.5 inches.
The Ram 3500 Crew Cab delivers 40.9 inches of front headroom and 40.9 inches of front legroom, with 40.2 inches of rear legroom. The 8-foot Ram cargo box holds 74.7 cubic feet, with 51 inches between wheelhouses. The Ram’s Mega Cab adds 43.1 inches of rear legroom, which is the roomiest rear seat in this comparison.
Inside feature content varies by trim on both trucks. The F-350 offers Max Recline Front Seats on Lariat, King Ranch, and Platinum. A fold-out laptop workspace is available on XL, XLT, and Lariat trims. King Ranch and Platinum receive the Bang and Olufsen 14-speaker audio system as standard. The Ram 3500 offers available heated and ventilated leather-trimmed bucket seats, a class-exclusive 10.25-inch front passenger interactive display, and an available Harman Kardon 17-speaker system. Both trucks offer under-seat storage and rear seat fold configurations.
Both trucks run competitive infotainment platforms. The F-350 uses Ford’s SYNC 4 system with Connected Navigation, YouTube streaming, Alexa Built-in, and an available unlimited Wi-Fi hotspot included for one year from the warranty start date. Pro Trailer Hitch Assist uses the rear camera to guide hitching from the driver’s seat. Ford Co-Pilot360 2.0 is available, adding forward collision warning with automatic emergency braking, blind-spot warning with rear cross-traffic alert, rear automatic braking, and a surround-view camera system on XLT and above trims.
The Ram 3500’s largest available infotainment screen measures 14.5 inches, which is larger than any screen offered in the F-350 lineup. The Ram also offers an available 12-inch digital cluster display that provides live trailer tire pressure readings, an available trailer reverse steering control, and an available class-exclusive auto-level rear air suspension on 2500 models (not confirmed for 3500 in the provided specs). Standard Ram safety content includes heavy-duty four-wheel disc antilock brakes and an available automatic smart exhaust brake.
Trailer light monitoring appears in the F-350’s cluster display under the Towing menu. The Ram’s Tow Technology packages add a digital rearview mirror and trailer reverse steering control. Both trucks support fifth-wheel and gooseneck towing with appropriate packages.
The F-350’s basic warranty covers 3 years or 36,000 miles. Ford also provides a 5-year/60,000-mile powertrain warranty and a 5-year/100,000-mile diesel powertrain warranty. Roadside assistance extends to 5 years or 60,000 miles. Corrosion perforation coverage runs 5 years with unlimited mileage.
The Ram 3500’s warranty terms were not provided in the verified specs for this comparison. Contact Canton Ford to confirm coverage details before making a final decision.
The F-350 spans a wider trim range, from the XL Regular Cab in 2WD through the Platinum Crew Cab, giving buyers more entry points and configuration options. The Ram 3500 spans from Tradesman through Limited Longhorn. Both trucks offer dual-rear-wheel configurations for maximum payload and towing.
On fuel tank capacity, the Ram 3500 Crew Cab with an 8-foot bed offers a best-in-class available 50-gallon tank. The F-350 Crew Cab with a long-wheelbase box offers up to a 48-gallon tank on the gas engine.
For most buyers in Canton and across East Texas who run gas-engine work trucks, the F-350 delivers more torque, more tow capacity, and more payload than the Ram 3500’s gas setup. Diesel buyers who need maximum conventional tow numbers on the chart should weigh the Ram’s DRW diesel rating carefully against what their actual trailer requires.
Canton Ford serves buyers across Canton and the surrounding East Texas area with the full Super Duty lineup, from the XL workhorse to the Platinum luxury hauler. If you are ready to put real numbers next to your trailer weight and see which configuration fits your needs, the team at Canton Ford can walk you through every cab, bed, engine, and axle combination in stock.
On gas engine configurations, yes. The F-350 tows up to 19,500 lbs conventionally on the 7.3L gas V8, compared to 18,150 lbs for the Ram 3500’s gas engine. On diesel conventional towing, the Ram 3500 DRW reaches 37,020 lbs, which exceeds the F-350’s diesel conventional figures shown in the verified tow charts.
The F-350’s available 6.7L High-Output Power Stroke diesel produces 1,200 lb-ft of torque, which is 125 lb-ft more than the Ram 3500’s available 6.7L Cummins HO diesel at 1,075 lb-ft. On gas engines, the F-350’s 7.3L produces 445 lb-ft versus 429 lb-ft from the Ram’s 6.4L HEMI.
The F-350 DRW reaches up to 7,900 lbs of payload on the gas engine. The Ram 3500’s maximum gas payload is 7,580 lbs. Diesel payload on the Ram 3500 DRW is listed at up to 6,050 lbs in the verified specs.
The F-350 with the TorqShift-G 10-speed automatic offers five selectable drive modes: Normal, Eco, Slippery, Tow/Haul, and Off-Road/Trail.
Yes. The Ram 3500 offers an available 14.5-inch Uconnect touchscreen, which is larger than the screens available in the 2027 F-350 lineup.
The F-350 includes a 3-year/36,000-mile bumper-to-bumper warranty, a 5-year/60,000-mile powertrain warranty, a 5-year/100,000-mile diesel powertrain warranty, and 5-year/60,000-mile roadside assistance. Corrosion perforation coverage runs 5 years with unlimited mileage.
Yes. The F-350 is available in DRW (dual-rear-wheel) configurations across XL, XLT, and Lariat trim levels in both 2WD and 4WD, giving buyers the maximum payload and towing ratings the platform offers.
