Gas and Cummins: decide from the duty cycle
RAM lists a 6.4L HEMI V8 and an available High-Output 6.7L Cummins diesel for the 2026 RAM 2500. Record annual miles, loaded miles, trip length and idle time. Compare complete purchase quotes and vehicle-specific maintenance requirements.
For towing, ask for the actual truck’s payload, axle, hitch and combined-weight limits. Include pin or tongue weight with passengers and cargo. A diesel engine does not erase the carrying limit on a truck’s label.
Choose the equipment you gain
Tradesman and Big Horn
Compare essential work equipment with the comfort and convenience packages on a Big Horn. Check towing mirrors, cameras, seat layout and storage on the actual vehicles.
Black Express and Warlock
The 2026 lineup includes these additional choices. Compare their specific appearance and equipment packages against the underlying work requirements rather than assuming a new badge changes load ratings.
Laramie, Limited and Limited Longhorn
Compare seating, cabin materials, display equipment and comfort. A premium interior may improve long days, but it is a separate decision from engine, axle and payload.
Rebel and Power Wagon
Start with the intended terrain and installed off-road equipment. Check the exact powertrain and configuration. Off-road specialization and maximum trailer suitability are different priorities.
Crew, tools and trailer preparation
List the crew, tool storage, hitch and materials carried on a typical workday. RAM publishes both shorter and longer bed configurations for this family; confirm the exact cab-and-bed combination offered by the vehicle you select.
If your loaded combination approaches a limit, compare a RAM 3500 rather than trying to solve the problem with a trim upgrade. A body installation may call for the chassis-cab guide.
Keep 2026 and 2027 comparisons accurate
Use separate window stickers and configuration documents for different model years. This guide identifies 2026 equipment where stated; it does not assume that every 2027 version has the same features, ratings or order availability. Ask for current factory information tied to the exact VIN or accepted order.
Start the conversation from Paris, Brookston or the US 82 corridor with two or three listings. Confirm the vehicle’s physical location and viewing arrangements. Bring your load measurements or passenger requirements so the trip to Bonham produces a useful comparison.
Plan the purchase
Get the comparison in writing
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Identify the vehicles
Send the stock numbers or VINs, must-have equipment and registration ZIP code. Ask us to confirm availability and where the selected vehicle can be viewed.
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Compare the complete figures
Request selling price, eligible incentives, taxes, title, registration, the $225 documentary fee and any optional products you select as separate items. Keep trade allowance and payoff visible.
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Choose pickup or delivery
Bonham offers no-charge vehicle delivery within 300 miles, with quotes beyond that distance. Confirm address, paperwork, timing and arrangements before completing the purchase.
Review vehicle delivery and factory-order options. Available vehicles, ordering combinations and incentive eligibility change. A quote should identify the actual vehicle or order and applicable terms.
One dealership location
Plan the visit from Paris
From Paris, US 82 west is the main corridor toward Bonham, passing the Honey Grove, Windom and Dodd City area. Set your final destination to 2122 N Center St, Bonham, TX 75418. Confirm current navigation before leaving; the best approach depends on your starting point and current road conditions.
Confirm the selected vehicle, appointment and viewing arrangements first. Bring the people, measurements or load information that will make the comparison useful.
Direct answers
Questions before your next step
Does Cummins diesel always mean higher payload?
No. Engine and equipment weight affect carrying allowance. Compare labels and ratings on the actual gas and diesel trucks.
Can I compare 2500 and 3500 in one visit?
Send the required load and candidate VINs first. Ask Bonham to confirm suitable vehicles and viewing arrangements before traveling.
Should I buy an off-road trim for a heavy trailer?
Choose based on the complete towing and payload requirements as well as terrain. A specialized off-road trim is not automatically the best-rated towing configuration.
Can I get a written quote before traveling from Paris?
Yes. Send candidate VINs, must-have equipment and your registration ZIP code. Request an itemized quote and confirm availability before traveling.
Where does the sale take place?
Bonham Chrysler is at 2122 N Center St, Bonham, Texas. This page serves Paris-area shoppers; it does not describe a dealership location in Paris.
Can Bonham help after the purchase?
Discuss maintenance and repair with Bonham’s service team. Confirm the vehicle, requested work, diagnostic availability and appointment scope before drop-off.
Read Bonham customer experiences
Read customer reviews about sales, service and ownership support at Bonham Chrysler. Reviews describe individual experiences; discuss the work and timing your own vehicle requires.
Editorial review: October 21, 2026. Vehicle equipment, inventory, offers and appointment availability can change. Confirm the details for your vehicle and visit.