Which Heavy-Duty Truck Tows With More Confidence — 2026 RAM 3500 or 2026 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 HD — Around La Vernia, TX?

Allways Atascosa Ram – Which Heavy-Duty Truck Tows With More Confidence — 2026 RAM 3500 or 2026 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 HD — Around La Vernia, TX?

Drivers comparing the 2026 RAM 3500 and the 2026 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 HD often ask one big question: which truck delivers more confidence when towing a heavy fifth-wheel or equipment trailer on varied Texas roads? Confidence is the sum of torque, transmission logic, suspension support, camera coverage, and easy-to-use trailering tools. On those pillars, the RAM is out in front.

Start with torque. The available High-Output 6.7L Cummins® Turbo Diesel I6 in the RAM puts down up to 1,075 lb-ft of best-in-class available base diesel torque and up to 430 horsepower, managed by a TorqueFlite® HD eight-speed automatic calibrated for low-speed control and smooth, decisive shifts under load. The Silverado’s available 6.6-liter Duramax diesel is stout at up to 470 horsepower and 975 lb-ft, but RAM’s extra torque makes itself known when merging uphill, passing with a trailer, and easing a heavy fifth-wheel into a tight campsite. If you routinely tow in crosswinds or on rolling terrain, the RAM’s available Class-Exclusive Auto-Level Rear Air Suspension helps maintain a level stance and composure that traditional steel springs struggle to match.

Camera coverage and visibility are your second set of spotters. RAM offers an available 360° Surround View Camera and a 360° Trailer Surround View Camera for a bird’s-eye perspective around the trailer, plus an available Digital Rearview Mirror that streams what’s behind you. Chevrolet counters with multiple camera views and a transparent trailer view, which are helpful, but a true 360° trailer bird’s-eye is a standout advantage for the RAM.

For backing, RAM’s available Trailer Reverse Steering Control lets you use a simple knob to dial in trailer direction while the truck handles steering inputs, reducing the learning curve for new drivers and minimizing time spent in repeated corrections. Chevrolet doesn’t offer an equivalent knob-based system on the HD, which can matter when setting up precisely on a tight fifth-wheel pad or backing a gooseneck into a barn.

Inside the cabin, RAM’s Largest-in-Class available 14.5-inch Uconnect® 5 NAV touchscreen pairs with an available 12-inch Digital Cluster and an available Class-Exclusive 10.25-inch Front Passenger Interactive Display to distribute key trailering pages, navigation, and camera views where you want them. Add available dual wireless charging pads so your co-pilot can manage checklists, weigh-station planning, or route changes without juggling cables. The Silverado’s 13.4-inch center screen and available digital cluster are strong, but RAM’s larger canvas and extra passenger display give you more ways to keep vital information front and center.

Safety and driver assistance also tilt toward RAM for towing confidence. Forward Collision Warning with Active Braking, available LaneSense® Lane Departure Warning with Lane Keep Assist, available Traffic Sign Recognition, available Drowsy Driver Detection, and available Adaptive Cruise Control — even while towing — bring a calm, predictable feel to long highway runs. Those safeguards pair naturally with RAM’s robust braking, including Heavy-Duty Four-Wheel Disc Antilock Brakes and an available Automatic Smart Exhaust Brake for downhill control with a load.

Put simply, if your question is about confident, repeatable control under a range of real-world towing scenarios, the RAM gives you more tools to make tough jobs feel routine. From torque and trans logic to suspension and camera coverage, it’s built for the long haul.

Frequently Asked Questions:

Does the RAM 3500 offer an advantage for fifth-wheel towing stability?

Yes. The available Class-Exclusive Auto-Level Rear Air Suspension helps keep the truck level under pin weight, improving stability and steering feel, especially on uneven surfaces or in crosswinds.

How do the camera systems differ when maneuvering in tight areas?

RAM’s available 360° Trailer Surround View Camera provides a bird’s-eye perspective around the trailer, which is valuable in tight fuel islands or campsites. Chevrolet offers helpful views, but not a full 360° trailer bird’s-eye.

Is there a feature that simplifies backing a trailer for less experienced drivers?

RAM’s available Trailer Reverse Steering Control uses a knob so you can dial the trailer’s direction while the truck manages steering. This can reduce setup time and stress when backing into a precise spot.

If you’re weighing both trucks for heavy towing near the city centers and rural routes that tie together this region, we invite you to connect with Allways Atascosa Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram — proudly serving La Vernia, South San Antonio, and Floresville — for a tailored walkthrough of towing tech, camera placements, and configuration options.

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