Ram's 2027 Power Wagon Finally Gets the Turbo Diesel that Fans Have Begged For

For the first time, Ram is putting extreme heavy duty hauling power into its popular Power Wagon. The 2027 Ram Power Wagon will be available with the 6.7-Liter Cummins High Output Turbo Diesel giving the heavy-duty truck best-in-class 1,075 lb.-ft. of torque. Powered by the legendary 6.7-liter Cummins HO turbo diesel inline-six engine, this new Power Wagon produces 430 horsepower. The Power Wagon is known for its off-roading capability and the new turbo diesel will give the truck even better performance. Plus, the 31-gallon fuel tank and diesel efficiency will give the truck an estimated 600-miles of range for overlanding and remote travel.

“Customers have been telling us for years to put the Cummins in the Power Wagon,” said Kuniskis. “And if our recent product announcements have shown anything, it’s that Ram is giving customers a choice and the trucks they want. Matching the Power Wagon with the Cummins turbo diesel delivers everything our hardcore Ram fans expect: off-road capability with the best diesel in the HD segment. It’s the Power Wagon they’ve been waiting for.”

The 2027 Power Wagon was shown in the short film “Resurrection,” hosted by Tim Kuniskis, Head of American Brands, SRT Performance, NA Marketing and Retail Strategy, when he announced the return of the 2027 Ram 1500 SRT TRX.

What is a Power Wagon?

The Ram Power Wagon is a version of the brand’s heavy-duty trucks. The Power Wagon nameplate debuted in 1945 and remained in production through 1980. The early trucks were based on the Weapons Carrier (WC) series of Dodge ¾-ton military-use trucks built during World War II. The Power Wagon went on to become a well-known civilian vehicle and continued the evolution of Dodge four-wheel-drive trucks from the 1930s. The Power Wagon gained fame in the 1980s when it was featured during the TV show called Simon and Simon. The four-wheel-drive truck often helped get the Simon brothers out of tight spots. The truck was reintroduced in 2005 and continues as a version of the Ram heavy-duty model.

The 2027 Ram Power Wagon with Cummins turbo diesel retains the title of most off-road-capable full-size pickup, offering: front and rear electronic-locking differentials, Bilstein shocks, extensive underbody protection, class-exclusive five-link coil rear suspension, Hill Decent Control, Mopar accessory rock rails and class-exclusive disconnecting front stabilizer bar.

The Power Wagon is outfitted with fifth-wheel gooseneck preparation and buyers for the first time can opt for the Automatic-Leveling Rear Air-Suspension. The Power Wagon rides on 34-inch all-terrain tires.

2027 Ram Power Wagon with Cummins turbo diesel has “Power Wagon” bed decals, a standard sport performance hood, trail-ready body protection and Satin Black Cummins badging.

The 2027 Power Wagon Features Upgraded Interior

Ram has won a number of awards for bringing luxury appointments to its truck interiors.  Ram claims that the Power Wagon will have the most premium interior in the heavy-duty segment. Buyers can upgrade to a best-in-class 14.5-inch Uconnect 5 touchscreen infotainment system. The Power Wagon with Cummins turbo diesel offers the same best-in-class interior found across the Ram Heavy Duty lineup, with premium materials and craftsmanship throughout. For buyers seeking a more utilitarian setup, a heated cloth bench seat is available as standard, with the option to upgrade to heated and ventilated leather-trimmed bucket seats.

Power Wagon Designed for Heavy-Duty Work and Off-Roading

The 2027 Ram Power Wagon with Cummins turbo diesel is available in a 4X4 crew cab configuration with a six-foot, four-inch bed. The truck has a 26.1-degree approach angle and 26.0-degree departure angle. Strategic underbody packaging yields 13.2-inches of ground clearance and a 20.6-degree breakover angle, complimented by standard Mopar rock rails to protect the cab and chassis. Drivers can add the class-exclusive RamBox cargo management system for added secure storage during outdoor adventures. Buyers can also option class-exclusive heated power convex trailer tow mirrors with power-folding, power-telescoping and memory functionality. The one thing people who tow say time and time again is “Buy the towing mirrors, they make life a lot easier!”

The Power Wagon with Cummins turbo diesel comes equipped with an integrated trailer brake controller, ParkView rear backup camera with dynamic gridlines, and ParkSense front and rear park assist. Advanced safety features such as Adaptive Cruise Control, Blind-spot Monitoring with trailer coverage, Pedestrian Detection, and Rear Cross Path Detection also come standard.

A Towing and Payload Powerhouse

With a tow rating of nearly 20,000 pounds and a payload capacity of almost 3,000 pounds, the 2027 Ram Power Wagon with Cummins turbo diesel is built to haul everything from ATVs and side-by-sides to bed storage systems, drop-in campers and trailers. The Towing Technology Group and Tow Technology Plus Group expand on the Ram 2500’s towing capability.

The 2027 Ram Power Wagon with Cummins turbo diesel arrives in the second half of 2026 at a starting price of $88,470, which includes destination.

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