RAM 2500 Big Horn Night Crew 6pi 4po | Cummins *EN STOCK*2027 RAM 2500 Big Horn Night Crew Cab 4x4 Cummins: Serious Diesel Capability Without the Compromise
Some trucks are bought for the look. Others are bought because there is work waiting. This RAM 2500 Big Horn Night Crew Cab 4x4 belongs firmly in the second group, but it refuses to choose between capability and everyday enjoyment. Under its performance hood, the 6.7L Cummins High Output inline-six turbo diesel delivers 430 horsepower and 1,075 lb-ft of torque, enough to move a heavily loaded trailer without ever straining. The Night Edition gives it a dark, confident presence with 20-inch black-painted wheels and body-colour bumpers finished in Ceramic Grey. And with a GVWR of 4,490 kg, it sits just below Quebec's heavy-vehicle threshold, a detail that matters a great deal to a self-employed tradesperson or a small business.
Performance and Driving
The heart of this truck is the High Output Cummins. Its 1,075 lb-ft of torque arrives low in the rev range, at 1,800 rpm, which is exactly what a working truck needs. In practice, that means a multi-thousand-pound trailer gets moving without drama, a long grade gets climbed without the engine running out of breath, and a highway pass can be planned without anxiety. The 430 horsepower is what keeps a comfortable cruising pace with weight behind you.
The TorqueFlite HD eight-speed automatic does a remarkable job of staying out of the way. Closely spaced ratios keep the engine in its torque band, shifts are smooth when unloaded and firm under load, and top gear lets the truck cruise at highway speed at low revs. The Cummins exhaust brake deserves a mention of its own: descending a grade with a trailer, it holds the whole rig back and saves the service brakes significantly, which matters as much in the hills of Bellechasse as it does in Charlevoix.
The four-wheel-drive system uses an electronically controlled transfer case with 2WD, 4WD High, Neutral and 4WD Low modes, with a 2.64:1 low range. That low range is what lets you manoeuvre a heavy trailer in a muddy yard, pull out of a soaked job site or climb an unplowed driveway. The solid AAM axles, 9.25 inches at the front and 11.5 inches at the rear, paired with a 3.42 axle ratio, are sized for hard use.
A word about the chassis, because it is a genuine differentiator. The RAM 2500 uses a five-link rear suspension with coil springs and a track bar rather than leaf springs. You feel it within the first few kilometres: the unladen truck does not skip across frost-heaved pavement, the rear axle stays planted on poor surfaces, and long-haul comfort bears no resemblance to what a three-quarter-ton truck offered a decade ago.
Towing, Payload and Real-World Capability
Here are the numbers that matter for this exact configuration, a Crew Cab 4x4 with the 6-foot-4-inch box, the High Output Cummins and a 3.42 axle ratio, in its 9,900 lb GVWR form:
- Maximum towing capacity of approximately 18,700 lb, roughly 8,500 kg
- Payload of approximately 2,160 lb, roughly 980 kg
- GCWR of approximately 26,920 lb, the combined ceiling for truck and trailer together
These are three separate concepts and they should never be blurred together. Towing capacity is what the truck can pull behind it. Payload is what it can carry in the box and in the cab, passengers and equipment included. GCWR is the ceiling for the whole combination. These figures reflect a properly equipped configuration, and every option added to a vehicle reduces the payload available.
At roughly 18,700 lb, this truck comfortably handles a livestock trailer, an equipment float, a substantial travel trailer or a loaded car hauler. The factory fifth-wheel and gooseneck prep is a major asset: the structural reinforcement and mounting hardware are installed beneath the box, which means a hitch can be added without drilling or improvising, and the box returns to a completely flat, fully usable surface the moment the hitch comes out. That kind of preparation is expensive to add after the fact.
The 4,490 kg GVWR deserves an explanation, because it is a deliberate choice. In Quebec, the threshold that defines a heavy vehicle is set at 4,500 kg. By staying just under that line, this truck generally allows a business to avoid the obligations tied to the heavy-vehicle regime, including the mandatory stop at roadside inspection points, subject to the applicable regulations and how the vehicle is actually used. For a contractor, a landscaper or an excavator on the road every day, that is a welcome simplification.
Design and Presence: the Night Edition
The Night Edition completely reshapes the Big Horn's visual character. Front and rear bumpers are painted body colour rather than chromed, the grille receives gloss black insert accents, exterior badging turns black, and the 20-inch aluminum wheels are black-painted and wrapped in LT285/60R20E tyres. The result has a rare visual coherence for a truck this size: nothing glitters, everything reads as volume and shape.
The performance hood adds the finishing touch. Its functional intakes and sculpted relief give the nose a noticeably more muscular stance without tipping into caricature. Combined with the monotone Ceramic Grey paint, the effect is understated, contemporary and considerably more elegant than an all-black finish, which never forgives dust and road salt. Inside, the Night Edition adds black accents that carry the theme through the cabin.
Comfort and Life on Board
The RAM 2500 Crew Cab is among the roomiest in its class. At the rear, 40.2 inches of legroom lets three adults travel comfortably for hours, which makes this truck genuinely viable for a work crew during the week and a family on the weekend.
The premium cloth bucket seats are a smart choice for a working truck. They are easier to maintain than leather, they stay warmer in January, and they come with a full-length centre console that swallows laptops, paperwork, gloves and bottles. The driver's seat is power-adjustable, the rear bench folds 60/40 with a centre armrest, and the flat rear load floor opens up valuable interior cargo space for when you would rather not leave an expensive tool in the box.
Storage is treated seriously: dual glove boxes, rear in-floor storage bins, an under-seat compartment behind the rear bench and door inserts designed for bottles. A heated steering wheel and heated front seats are part of the equipment, and remote start makes all the difference on a February morning. The power-sliding rear window, dual-zone automatic climate control and rain-sensing wipers round out a cabin that plays well above its work-truck billing.
Technology and Connectivity
The 12-inch Uconnect 5 touchscreen with navigation is the nerve centre of the cabin. The interface is quick, the icons are large and easy to hit with gloves on, and the vertical layout keeps navigation and audio visible at the same time. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto connect wirelessly, and the dual wireless charging pads end the cable negotiation between driver and passenger.
The ten-speaker surround sound system makes long drives noticeably more pleasant. A colour digital display in the instrument cluster gathers towing, driving and vehicle information without pulling your eyes from the road. On the power side, 115-volt outlets fed by a 400-watt inverter, both inside and outside the cab, let you plug in a tool charger, a laptop or a small appliance directly from the truck.
Two work-oriented features stand out. The auxiliary switches in the instrument panel, a bank of five pre-wired switches connected to a distribution box under the hood, let you cleanly power a snow plow, a light bar, a beacon or a compressor without ever cutting into the factory wiring harness. It is the kind of option upfitters are glad to see on an order sheet.
Safety and Confidence Behind the Wheel
The RAM 2500 arrives with a thorough safety package. Forward collision warning with automatic emergency braking, adaptive cruise control with stop function, front and rear park assist and a rear back-up camera are all standard. Added to that are trailer sway damping, electronic roll mitigation, hill start assist and tyre pressure monitoring with a cluster display.
The Level 2 Plus equipment group deepens the list further with blind-spot monitoring and rear cross-path detection, a 360-degree surround-view camera system, trailer reverse guidance, a cargo-view camera, trailer tyre pressure monitoring, traffic sign recognition, drowsy driver detection, active lane management and automatic high-beam control.
Backing up a trailer becomes a far less stressful exercise when the 360-degree view shows both sides of the rig at once. And monitoring trailer tyre pressure from the driver's seat prevents exactly the kind of blowout that ruins a full day on the road.
Work Equipment and Details That Matter
- Factory fifth-wheel and gooseneck prep, with reinforcement and mounting hardware beneath the box
- Integrated trailer brake controller, adjustable directly from the instrument panel
- Spray-in bedliner and deployable bed step for easy access to your load
- LED bed lighting, invaluable when loading or unloading before sunrise
- Cab roof clearance lamps, useful for visibility and for wider work configurations
- Audible back-up alarm, frequently required on job sites
- Rear wheel well liners, real protection against gravel, calcium and our road salt
- Dampened tailgate that lowers gently rather than dropping
Why Buy at Daniel Paré Dodge Chrysler
Buying a three-quarter-ton truck is not an impulse purchase. It is a business or family investment that needs to be configured correctly the first time. At Daniel Paré Dodge Chrysler, in Ste-Marie and St-Malachie, our team knows the difference between GVWR, payload and towing capacity, and more importantly, they know which questions to ask before selling you anything. What are you actually pulling? Fifth-wheel or conventional hitch? How many kilometres a year? Will the truck be registered to a business?
Our customers across Beauce, Bellechasse and the greater Quebec City region come back to us because we speak their language and because service does not end at delivery. A shop familiar with Cummins engines, parts availability, support with financing and commercial leasing, and an honest appraisal of your trade-in: everything is in place so your truck spends its time working instead of waiting.
Six Reasons to Take This RAM 2500 Big Horn Night Seriously
- 1,075 lb-ft of diesel torque available low in the rev range, making heavy towing surprisingly relaxed
- A 4,490 kg GVWR that keeps the truck below Quebec's heavy-vehicle threshold and lightens business obligations
- A coil-sprung rear suspension that delivers better ride quality than a leaf-sprung truck, loaded or empty
- Factory fifth-wheel and gooseneck prep already installed, with a box that stays flat when the hitch is removed
- A complete Night Edition treatment, 20-inch black wheels and performance hood included, rather than a sticker package
- A high-calibre technology suite, 12-inch screen with navigation, 360-degree camera and auxiliary switches ready for work equipment
Frequently Asked Questions
How much power does the Cummins engine in this RAM 2500 make?
The 6.7L Cummins High Output inline-six turbo diesel produces 430 horsepower at 2,800 rpm and 1,075 lb-ft of torque at 1,800 rpm. It has been the only diesel offered on the RAM 2500 since the 2026 model year, as the standard output version is no longer available. It pairs with the TorqueFlite HD eight-speed automatic, a combination known for its durability and its smoothness under load.
How much can this truck tow and carry?
In this specific configuration, a Crew Cab 4x4 with the 6-foot-4-inch box, the Cummins and a 3.42 axle ratio at 9,900 lb GVWR, towing capacity sits around 18,700 lb and payload around 2,160 lb. These values are mutually exclusive: the more you load the box, the less margin remains for the trailer. It is always worth confirming your real-world needs with an advisor before committing to a trailer.
Why is the 9,900 lb GVWR interesting for a Quebec business?
The regulatory threshold defining a heavy vehicle in Quebec is 4,500 kg. At a GVWR of 4,490 kg, this truck stays just below that line, which generally allows an operator to avoid the obligations tied to the heavy-vehicle regime, including the mandatory stop at roadside inspection points, subject to the applicable regulations and to how the vehicle is used. For a contractor on the road every day, that is a meaningful simplification. Our team can help you confirm how it applies to your own situation.
What is the fuel consumption of this truck?
No official rating is published for the RAM 2500 in Canada. Pickup trucks with a GVWR above 3,856 kg and a box measuring 183 cm or more are exempt from mandatory fuel consumption testing, which is why no certified figures exist. What can be said is that the Cummins is well regarded for its longevity and for holding a reasonable consumption rate while towing compared with a gasoline engine of equivalent output.
How does this truck handle a Quebec winter?
Very well, and that is partly a matter of equipment. The four-wheel-drive system with its 2.64:1 low range provides serious traction in heavy snow and unplowed driveways. Remote start, heated front seats and a heated steering wheel make cold mornings far more bearable, and the rear wheel well liners protect the sheet metal against calcium. Just remember that an empty truck stays light on the rear axle, so a good set of winter tyres makes all the difference.
What are the auxiliary switches in the instrument panel for?
They are a bank of five factory-installed switches in the lower console, wired to a power distribution box under the hood. They let you cleanly power added equipment such as a snow plow, a light bar, a beacon, a compressor or service-body lighting without ever cutting into the factory wiring harness. It is cleaner, safer and far easier for whoever installs your gear.
Is this truck suitable for a family as well?
Absolutely, and that is one of the great advantages of the Crew Cab. Rear legroom is generous, the 60/40 bench seats three passengers comfortably, and the flat load floor lets you stow luggage or hockey bags out of the weather. The cloth bucket seats hold up well to family life, the 12-inch screen keeps everyone connected, and the driver assistance systems provide reassurance on long trips. This is a truck that works during the week and travels on the weekend.
What is the difference between the Night Edition and simply choosing black paint?
The Night Edition is a complete treatment, not a coat of paint. It includes body-colour front and rear bumpers, gloss black grille insert accents, blacked-out exterior badging, 20-inch black-painted aluminum wheels and black interior accents. On a Ceramic Grey body, the contrast is sharp without shouting, and the truck keeps a polished look even after a few days on the road.
Why buy this RAM 2500 at Daniel Paré Dodge Chrysler?
Because a truck of this calibre deserves to be chosen alongside an advisor who understands the difference between pulling a travel trailer and hauling a loaded equipment float. Our teams in Ste-Marie and St-Malachie have been configuring work trucks for years for contractors, farmers and families throughout Beauce and Bellechasse. You get straight advice at purchase, a shop that knows Cummins engines, and after-sales service that stays available long after delivery.
