The 2027 Ram 1500 Big Horn is the popular mid-level trim of Ram's half-ton pickup, offered with 4x2 or 4x4. Fayetteville winters bring more freezing rain than deep snow, and an empty pickup bed makes the rear end light on slick hills and bridges. Here's what the Big Horn includes, how to use the Ram's 4x4 and drive modes on ice, and why a little secured weight in the bed helps.
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The 2027 Ram 1500 lineup offers V6, Hurricane inline-six and HEMI V8 power. Ask us which engines are available on the Big Horn trucks in stock.
The Big Horn balances work-truck practicality with everyday comfort for commuting and family trips.
Available technology helps on long, dark winter drives.
A Ram 1500 4x4 suits drivers who need a full-size truck year-round and want dependable traction when ice storms hit Northwest Arkansas.
On trucks equipped with an on-demand transfer case, Auto 4WD sends power to the front wheels when the rear wheels start to slip, so you can leave it engaged on roads that switch between clear and frozen. Part-time 4WD High is meant for continuous snow and ice, not dry pavement. Snow mode adjusts throttle response and traction control for slippery roads. Ask our team which 4x4 system is on a specific truck. No 4x4 system shortens stopping distance on ice, so slow down and leave extra room.
An unloaded pickup carries most of its weight over the front axle, so the rear tires can spin or slide on ice. Adding a few hundred pounds of secured weight over the rear axle, like sandbags or tube sand, gives the rear tires more grip. Strap it down so it can't shift in a stop, keep it within the payload rating on the door-jamb label, and remove it when the weather clears to save fuel.
Ram does not recommend mounting a snow plow on the Ram 1500. If you plan to plow or haul heavy loads through the winter, look at the Ram 2500, 3500 or Chassis Cab.
Comparing the Big Horn with the Tradesman, Laramie or Rebel? Ask our team and we'll walk you through the differences.
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With 4x4 engaged, good tires and careful driving, yes. Auto 4WD on equipped trucks and Snow mode help with traction, but drive for conditions and leave extra stopping distance.
Many drivers add a few hundred pounds of secured weight over the rear axle for better rear-tire grip. Keep it strapped down and within the truck's payload rating.
The lineup includes the 3.6L Pentastar V6 (305 hp), 3.0L Hurricane Twin Turbo I-6 (420 hp), High-Output Hurricane (540 hp) and 5.7L HEMI V8 (395 hp). Availability varies by trim.
Up to 11,530 lbs when properly equipped. Ratings vary by engine, cab, bed and axle ratio.
Ram does not recommend a plow on the 1500. The Ram 2500, 3500 and Chassis Cab are built for plowing.
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Specifications are based on Ram's published 2027 Ram 1500 information as of November 2026 and may vary by configuration.
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