Ram 1500 Tradesman · Elgin CDJR · Streamwood, IL
Ram 1500 Tradesman near Elgin, IL
The Tradesman is the work-ready Ram 1500 and the lowest-priced way into one: Quad Cab or Crew Cab, two box lengths, 2WD or 4x4, and a choice of the V6 eTorque, the 420-hp Hurricane twin-turbo six or the HEMI V8. The 2027 Tradesman starts at $42,575 MSRP and, properly equipped, tows up to 11,530 lbs. Shop it at Elgin CDJR in Streamwood, near Elgin.
$42,5752027 starting MSRP
11,530 lbsMax towing, Quad Cab 4x2 with Hurricane six
3 enginesV6 eTorque, Hurricane I6 or HEMI V8
6 buildsQuad or Crew Cab, two boxes, 4x2 or 4x4
StandardAdaptive cruise and blind-spot monitoring
What do you get with a Tradesman?
The 3.6L V6 eTorque is standard, with the 420-hp Hurricane twin-turbo six and the 5.7L HEMI V8 as options. 4x4 models use an electronic part-time transfer case. An 8.4-inch Uconnect screen and six speakers are standard, and the 12-inch touchscreen is available in a package. Every Tradesman also gets adaptive cruise control, Active Lane Management, blind-spot monitoring with trailer coverage and front and rear park assist with automatic reverse stop.
2027 Tradesman prices by cab and box
| Cab and box | 4x2 | 4x4 |
|---|---|---|
| Quad Cab, 6-ft. 4-in. box | $42,575 | $45,975 |
| Crew Cab, 5-ft. 7-in. box | $45,325 | $48,725 |
| Crew Cab, 6-ft. 4-in. box | $48,465 | $51,865 |
MSRPs are from Ram's 2027 configurator data (updated Oct. 15, 2026), before the $2,795 destination charge. Our price on each truck is on its vehicle page.
2027 Tradesman towing by build
Ram publishes Tradesman-specific towing charts. These are the highest ratings for each cab, box and drive with each engine and its tow-rated axle.
| Build | V6 eTorque (3.55 axle) | Hurricane I6 (3.92 axle) | HEMI V8 (3.92 axle) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Quad Cab 6-ft. 4-in. 4x2 | 8,100 lbs | 11,530 lbs | Not listed |
| Quad Cab 6-ft. 4-in. 4x4 | 7,460 lbs | 11,370 lbs | Not listed |
| Crew Cab 5-ft. 7-in. 4x2 | 7,550 lbs | 11,490 lbs | 11,370 lbs |
| Crew Cab 5-ft. 7-in. 4x4 | 7,330 lbs | 11,230 lbs | 11,090 lbs |
| Crew Cab 6-ft. 4-in. 4x2 | Not listed | 11,410 lbs | Not listed |
| Crew Cab 6-ft. 4-in. 4x4 | Not listed | 11,170 lbs | Not listed |
From Ram's 2027 Ram 1500 trailer towing charts (Tradesman). "Not listed" means the chart has no entry for that combination. Ratings drop with added options, passengers and cargo.
Tradesman engines
| Engine | Output | Max towing (Ram 1500) |
|---|---|---|
| 3.6L Pentastar V6 eTorque (standard) | 305 hp | Up to 8,100 lbs |
| 3.0L Hurricane twin-turbo I6 (Standard Output) (available) | 420 hp, 469 lb-ft | Up to 11,530 lbs |
| 5.7L HEMI V8 (eTorque mild hybrid per Ram; some 2027 trucks have the non-eTorque HEMI at the same output) (available) | 395 hp, 410 lb-ft | Up to 11,370 lbs (eTorque) |
Max towing figures are Ram's 2027 lineup ratings for each engine, properly equipped. The rating for a specific truck depends on cab, box, axle ratio and equipment; ask us for the figure on the truck you are looking at.
All three engines use an eight-speed automatic. A 3.21 axle is standard; 3.55 and 3.92 ratios are available, and an electronic-locking rear differential comes with the Off-Road Group.
Tradesman packages
Tradesman Level 1 Equipment Group
Rear power-sliding window, cloth 40/20/40 bench seat, front and rear floor mats and SiriusXM radio.
Off-Road and Protection groups
The Off-Road Group adds an electronic-locking rear axle, raised ride height, heavy-duty shocks, skid plates, tow hooks, Selec-Speed Control and a full-size spare. The Protection Group (4x4) adds tow hooks and front suspension, transfer case, steering and fuel tank skid plates.
Night Edition Package
Body-color bumpers, black badging, black grille and surround, body-color door handles and mirror caps, and dark headlight bezels.
Work and towing
Trailer-tow Group (integrated brake controller, trailer tire-pressure monitoring, trailer reverse steering control, trailer light check, tow mirrors), Towing Technology Group and Bed Utility Group (bed outlet, tie-downs, bed step, LED bed lighting, spray-in bedliner).
Package contents are from Ram's 2027 Ram 1500 feature availability guide and can change during the model year. Every 2027 Ram 1500 has adaptive cruise control, Active Lane Management, Blind-spot Monitoring with trailer coverage and Rear Cross Path detection, ParkSense front and rear park assist with automatic reverse stop, and a ParkView rear camera.
Tradesman vs. Express vs. Big Horn
| Tradesman | Express | Big Horn | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Starting MSRP | $42,575 | $44,700 | $47,830 |
| Body-color bumpers | With Night Edition | Standard | With appearance packages |
| Tradesman Level 1 group content | Optional | Standard | Big Horn groups instead |
| 4x4 system | Part-time | Part-time | On-demand |
| Air suspension | Not offered | Not offered | Available |
| Sunroof | Not offered | Not offered | Available (Crew Cab) |
MSRPs are from Ram's 2027 configurator data (updated Oct. 15, 2026), before the $2,795 destination charge. Our price on each truck is on its vehicle page.
See the Ram 1500 Express, the Ram 1500 Big Horn or every trim on the Ram 1500 model page.
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Elgin CDJR is at 1500 W. Lake St. (U.S. 20) in Streamwood, a short drive from Elgin, South Elgin, Bartlett, Hanover Park, Schaumburg, Hoffman Estates, Carpentersville and St. Charles. Get directions or contact us to confirm a specific Ram 1500 Tradesman is on the lot before you come in.
Ram 1500 Tradesman FAQ
How much is a 2027 Ram 1500 Tradesman?
Ram lists the 2027 Tradesman from $42,575 MSRP (Quad Cab 4x2) to $51,865 (Crew Cab 4x4 with the 6-foot-4 box), plus a $2,795 destination charge.
How much can a Ram 1500 Tradesman tow?
Up to 11,530 lbs for a Quad Cab 4x2 with the Hurricane six and 3.92 axle, according to Ram's 2027 towing charts. A Crew Cab 4x4 with the 5-foot-7 box is rated up to 11,230 lbs with the Hurricane and 11,090 lbs with the HEMI V8.
What engines does the Tradesman have?
The 3.6L V6 eTorque (305 hp) is standard. The 3.0L Hurricane twin-turbo six (420 hp, 469 lb-ft) and the 5.7L HEMI V8 (395 hp, 410 lb-ft) are available.
Does the Tradesman come in a Crew Cab?
Yes. The 2027 Tradesman is offered as a Quad Cab with the 6-foot-4 box or a Crew Cab with the 5-foot-7 or 6-foot-4 box, in 4x2 or 4x4.
Tradesman or Express?
The Express starts $2,125 higher for a Quad Cab 4x2 and adds body-color bumpers and the Tradesman Level 1 group content (power-sliding rear window, 40/20/40 bench, floor mats, SiriusXM) as standard. Mechanically they offer the same engines and 4x4 system.
What makes the Tradesman a work truck?
It is the lowest-priced 2027 Ram 1500, its Quad Cab 4x2 with the Hurricane six carries Ram's top 1500 towing rating of 11,530 lbs, and it offers work options such as the Trailer-tow, Bed Utility and Protection groups.
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Sources
Specifications, equipment and prices are from Ram's 2027 Ram 1500 specifications, feature availability guide, towing charts, configurator data and Stellantis media releases, checked on October 22, 2026.
- 2027 Ram 1500 specifications, Stellantis North America media
- 2027 Ram 1500 feature availability, Stellantis North America media
- 2027 Ram 1500 trailer towing charts, Stellantis North America media
- What's New for 2027: Ram 1500, Stellantis North America media
- Ramtrucks.com 2027 Ram 1500 configurator price data, Ram Trucks