TRX: Unrivaled Power Returns
2027 Ram 1500 TRX SRT Returns: 777-HP Hemi Challenges Ford Raptor R
Key Points
The TRX uses 13 inches of front suspension travel and 14 inches at the rear, with an extra bump-stop integrated into the Bilstein Black Hawk E2 dampers to cushion full travel and prevent bottoming during hard landings.
Bed utility is highlighted by a 5'7" bed with auto close and a corner bed step, adding practical load- and access-focused features.
Off-road geometry includes 11.8 inches of ground clearance, 35-inch tires mounted on 18-inch wheels, and specific approach/departure/breakover angles of 31.0/25.2/21.8 degrees, backed by a Dana 60 solid rear axle.
Pricing after destination charges stands at $102,790, illustrating the total cost beyond the base price before destination.
Ram’s RHO variant offers a 540-horsepower 3.0-liter twin-turbo inline-six at roughly $26,200 less than the TRX, highlighting a substantial price/performance gap between the two models.
The 2027 Ram 1500 TRX SRT is back — and it hits harder than ever. Ram's reborn off-road beast packs a supercharged 6.2-liter V8 making 777 horsepower and 680 lb-ft of torque, a 75-horsepower jump over its predecessor, according to Head Topics. It starts at just under $100,000 before destination, reaching $102,790 after charges.
The truck targets the Ford F-150 Raptor R directly. Ram argues the TRX's extreme power and off-road hardware justify its price — and then some, according to Detroit News.
777 Horsepower and a Hellcat Engine Revival
Ram killed the original TRX after the 2024 model year. A leadership shakeup at parent company Stellantis changed that. In 2024, CEO Carlos Tavares was removed and Antonio Filosa took over. That opened the door to reviving the V8 TRX with a renewed focus on powerful trucks, Head Topics reported.
The new supercharged 6.2-liter Hemi V8 produces 777 hp and 680 lb-ft of torque. That is 75.5 more horsepower than the old TRX. Ram pairs it with an eight-speed automatic transmission. The result, reviewers say, is violent acceleration and an unapologetic personality that sets it apart from anything else in a pickup truck.
Bilstein Shocks and 14 Inches of Suspension Travel
The TRX rides on Bilstein Black Hawk E2 adaptive shocks. It gets 13 inches of front suspension travel and 14 inches at the rear. Ram added an extra bump-stop inside each damper. That cushions hard landings and stops the truck from bottoming out during jumps, according to Edmunds.
Ground clearance stands at 11.8 inches. The truck rolls on 35-inch tires mounted on 18-inch wheels. Approach, departure, and breakover angles come in at 31.0, 25.2, and 21.8 degrees respectively. A Dana 60 solid rear axle handles the punishment out back. Together, these numbers make the TRX one of the most capable off-road trucks on sale, Detroit News reported.
A Cabin Loaded With Screens and a Practical Bed
Inside, Ram gives the TRX nearly 40 inches of combined digital display space. Drivers can choose from multiple drive modes, including a fully configurable Custom mode. The cabin is spacious and feature-rich, Detroit News noted, with strong on-road manners that make it feel more refined than its aggressive exterior suggests.
The bed measures 5 feet 7 inches and includes an auto-close tailgate and a corner bed step for easier loading. Those features add real everyday utility to what is otherwise a focused performance machine.
$102,790 Price Tag Raises Practicality Questions
The TRX costs $102,790 after destination. Ram's own RHO variant undercuts it by about $26,200. The RHO uses a 540-hp 3.0-liter twin-turbo inline-six instead of the V8. Ram argues the extra cost buys significantly more power and off-road capability, Head Topics reported.
Critics praise the TRX's raw power and off-road capability. But they question whether it works as a daily driver. The truck is large, heavy — weighing nearly three tons — and thirsty. For buyers who want extreme performance and can live with those trade-offs, Ram says the TRX delivers. For everyone else, the RHO or a Raptor may make more sense.
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