Best Tires for RAM 1500 in Canada (2026): Highway, AT & Winter Options

The RAM 1500 is a different beast than the F-150. It rides better, it tows confidently, and it has a following that's almost religious in its loyalty. If you're a RAM owner, you already know this.

What you might not know is which tires actually make sense for your specific RAM 1500 — whether that's a Classic body style, the newer DT body, or the absolutely bonkers TRX.

Here's what works, based on real-world feedback from RAM owners across Ontario.

RAM 1500 Tire Sizes: Classic vs. DT Body

RAM makes this complicated because there are two distinct body styles with different sizing:

RAM 1500 Classic (DS Body) — 2019–2024

RAM 1500 (DT Body) — 2019–2026

The Classic runs smaller overall diameters (mostly 17" and 20"). The DT body, especially the Rebel and TRX, runs significantly larger tires — the TRX's 35" tires are in a completely different category.

Highway Touring Setup for Daily Use

If your RAM 1500 is a daily driver, fleet vehicle, or family truck that sees mostly pavement, you want a highway terrain (HT) tire optimized for:

• Long tread life — 80,000+ km
• Low road noise — the RAM's cabin is quiet; don't ruin it with loud tires
• Wet weather grip — Ontario's summer storms
• Load capacity for occasional hauling

The Haida HD878 in 275/60R20 or 275/55R20 fits most DT-body RAMs and delivers a solid highway experience at a budget-friendly price. For Classic body trucks with 20" wheels, the same tire applies.

For owners prioritizing maximum comfort and longevity, mid-range highway tires from Falken or Hankook offer noticeable refinement upgrades over budget options.

All-Terrain Setup for Mixed Use

RAM 1500 owners tend to use their trucks. If you're on job sites, gravel roads, hunting trails, or cottage country, an all-terrain tire makes sense.

Atturo Trail Blade Series

The Trail Blade lineup was practically built for trucks like the RAM 1500:

Trail Blade A/T — From $177. Perfect for the RAM owner who drives 80% highway but needs occasional off-road capability. Handles gravel roads, wet grass, and light trails without the highway noise penalty.

Trail Blade X/T — From $216. The 50/50 split. More aggressive tread than the A/T, still daily-driveable. Great for the RAM Rebel owner who actually uses the off-road features.

Trail Blade Boss — For the Rebel or lifted RAM that sees serious terrain. More aggressive than the X/T, designed for mud and rocks. Read the full Trail Blade Boss review for details.

See the Trail Blade AT vs XT vs MT comparison for the complete breakdown.

TRX Owners: Specialized Needs

The RAM TRX is a different animal. With 702 horsepower and 35" tires from the factory, it's not a standard truck — and it doesn't need standard tires.

TRX Tire Specs

• OEM size: 325/65R18 (35x13.00R18 equivalent)
• OEM tire: Goodyear Wrangler Territory All-Terrain

35" tires are expensive, and options are limited. For TRX owners looking at replacements:

• All-terrain: Atturo Trail Blade X/T or Boss in 35" sizing
• Mud terrain: Trail Blade Boss MT for maximum off-road capability
• Street performance: Some TRX owners run dedicated street tires for summer — though this compromises the truck's off-road character

TRX 35" Fitment Compatibility

If you're running a standard RAM 1500 (non-TRX) and considering a 35" tire upgrade, understand the complications:

1. Lift required: 35" tires rub on stock suspension
2. Gear ratio impact: Larger tires change effective gearing and speedometer calibration
3. Power loss: The truck feels slower with heavier, larger tires
4. Brake wear: More rotating mass accelerates brake wear

The TRX is factory-engineered for 35s. Adding them to a standard RAM requires significant modifications.

Load Range E vs. D: When You Actually Need It

RAM 1500 trucks are half-ton pickups, but "half-ton" is an old classification. Modern RAM 1500s can haul 1,000–2,300 lbs depending on configuration, and tow up to 12,750 lbs (DT body with proper equipment).

Load Range D vs. E

If your RAM 1500 is a work truck carrying heavy loads daily, or you're towing a 25-foot travel trailer, Load Range E is appropriate. The stiffer sidewall provides better stability and heat tolerance under load.

For daily driver RAMs that occasionally haul a yard of mulch, Load Range D is sufficient and offers a slightly better ride quality.

For the complete guide to load ratings, see the tire load ratings guide.

Winter Tires for the RAM 1500

RAM 1500 owners in Ontario face the same winter reality as everyone else: all-season and all-terrain tires harden and lose grip below -10°C, and they're useless on ice.

Winter Setup Options

Standard RAM 1500 (Tradesman, Big Horn, Laramie):

• 18" or 20" winter tires are widely available
• Downsize to 18" wheels for winter if you're running 20s or 22s — more sidewall, better snow performance, cheaper tires

Rebel:

• The Rebel's 18" wheels are actually well-suited for winter
• 275/70R18 winter tires fit perfectly

TRX:

• 35" winter tires are expensive and limited in selection
• Some TRX owners run a separate 18" wheel setup for winter with standard-size tires, though this requires recalibrating the speedometer

Studded vs. Studless

Studded tires are legal in Alberta and parts of BC. In Ontario, they're permitted from October 1 to April 30, but most winter tires sold here are studless. Studs provide better ice grip but increase road noise and damage pavement.

For most Ontario RAM owners, a quality studless winter tire with the 3PMSF certification is the right choice.

Summary: What to Buy for Your RAM 1500

The RAM 1500 is a refined, capable truck. Your tires should match that capability — not undermine it with under-spec'd or inappropriate rubber.

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