Use the truck’s limits together
The 2026 RAM 3500 offers a 6.4L HEMI gas engine and available High-Output 6.7L Cummins diesel. Engine choice is one part of a configuration that also includes cab, bed, drivetrain, axle and installed equipment.
Write down actual loaded trailer weight and pin or tongue weight, then add passengers, tools and accessories. Check payload, gross vehicle weight, axle ratings, hitch limits and gross combined weight together. A single headline towing number does not resolve those checks.
SRW or dually: compare the whole ownership picture
Single rear wheel
Check whether an appropriate SRW configuration meets the loaded job. Compare width, parking, access and daily use alongside the actual ratings.
Dual rear wheel
Evaluate a suitable dually when rear-axle and carrying requirements drive the choice. Measure gates, parking and work access, and include tire requirements in the ownership discussion.
Pickup or chassis cab
A pickup has a factory bed. A chassis cab is selected for a compatible work body and has separate specifications and completion requirements. Do not interchange their ratings.
Keep trim comfort separate from load capability
Start with Tradesman for a work-focused comparison, then examine the equipment on Big Horn or Lone Star listings. Compare Laramie when seating comfort and cabin upgrades are priorities. Limited and Limited Longhorn should earn their price through the specific interior materials and features you value.
Hold the cab, bed, engine and drivetrain as close as possible when comparing prices. Then check the labels again: two trucks with the same trim name can have different carrying allowances. Use our SRW-versus-dually guide to prepare the discussion.
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 every RAM 3500 have the same towing capacity?
No. Ratings vary by year and configuration. Verify the selected VIN, vehicle labels, hitch and applicable towing documentation.
Do I automatically need a dually for a fifth-wheel?
No single trailer style determines the answer. Actual loaded trailer and pin weight, passengers and cargo must fit every applicable limit of the selected truck.
Can a service body change the payload available for tools?
Yes. Installed equipment adds weight. Review completed-vehicle information and account for the body, tools, passengers and remaining load.
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.