Home > 2026 Ram 1500 > RHO
Off-Road Performance Flagship | Terrace, BC
2026 Ram 1500 RHO: The 540-HP Off-Road Flagship
The RHO is the Ram 1500 turned up to the limit - 540 horsepower, 35-inch tires and long-travel suspension built to run fast where the road ends. Here are the specs, how it compares to a Raptor, and how to order one at Terrace Chrysler.
The 2026 Ram 1500 RHO, available at Terrace Chrysler in Terrace, BC.
Quick answer: The 2026 Ram 1500 RHO is the off-road performance flagship of the Ram 1500 line. It is powered by the 3.0L High Output Hurricane twin-turbo six making 540 horsepower and 521 lb-ft, hits 0-60 mph in about 4.6 seconds, and rides on 35-inch tires with long-travel suspension (about 13 inches front / 14 inches rear) and 11.8 inches of ground clearance. It tows up to about 8,360 lb and carries up to about 1,490 lb of payload.
540
HP - High Output Hurricane
The 540-hp High Output Hurricane
Quick answer: The RHO runs the 3.0L High Output Hurricane twin-turbo inline-six - 540 horsepower and 521 lb-ft - through an 8-speed automatic. That is enough to launch a full-size truck to 60 mph in about 4.6 seconds, and it makes strong, usable torque for climbing and blasting across open terrain.
The RHO is the truck that proves what the Hurricane engine can really do. At 540 horsepower it is the most powerful engine in the Ram 1500 lineup, and it turns a full-size off-road truck into something genuinely quick - a 4.6-second sprint to 60 mph is sports-car territory for a rig on 35-inch tires. Just as important, the torque arrives low and stays flat, which is what you want when you are powering up a loose grade or carrying speed across rough ground. It replaced the supercharged V8 TRX with a lighter, more efficient, more modern powertrain that gives up little in the way of thrills.
Built to run off-road
Quick answer: The RHO pairs long-travel suspension (about 13 inches front / 14 inches rear) with 35-inch all-terrain tires, 11.8 inches of ground clearance, a wide track and front and rear locking differentials - hardware built for high-speed desert running and serious trail work.
Power is only half the story. The RHO's suspension is designed to soak up big hits at speed, with roughly 13 inches of front and 14 inches of rear wheel travel and adaptive dampers that firm up or soften as the terrain demands. The 35-inch tires, wide stance and 11.8 inches of ground clearance let it clear obstacles and stay composed where a normal truck would be crashing through. It is the closest thing Ram builds to a factory desert racer - and it is still a Ram 1500 you can drive to work.
| Spec | 2026 Ram 1500 RHO |
|---|
| Engine | 3.0L High Output Hurricane twin-turbo I6 |
| Power / torque | 540 hp / 521 lb-ft |
| 0-60 mph | About 4.6 seconds |
| Tires | 35-inch all-terrain |
| Suspension travel | About 13 in front / 14 in rear |
| Ground clearance | 11.8 inches |
| Max towing / payload | Up to ~8,360 lb / ~1,490 lb |
RHO vs Ford Raptor
Quick answer: The Ram 1500 RHO is Ram's direct answer to the Ford F-150 Raptor. Its 540-hp High Output Hurricane out-powers the standard Raptor's 450-hp EcoBoost V6, while the Raptor R and its supercharged V8 sit in a higher, pricier bracket. Both are serious factory off-road performers; the RHO makes a strong case on power and value.
If you are cross-shopping factory desert trucks, the RHO stacks up well. It brings more horsepower than the standard Raptor, comparable off-road hardware, and Ram's cabin refinement. The hotter Raptor R plays in a different price class with its supercharged V8. For most buyers deciding between the mainstream halo trucks, the RHO's power and the overall Ram 1500 package make it a genuinely compelling pick.
Daily-driver realities
Here is the honest part. The RHO is a specialist. Those 35-inch tires, the wide track and the off-road tuning mean it is bigger, thirstier and pricier than a Rebel or a standard Ram 1500, and its tow and payload numbers are lower than a work-focused trim. If your goal is maximum towing or value, this is not that truck. But if you want the most capable, most exciting Ram 1500 - one that will happily commute during the week and chase the backcountry on the weekend - the RHO delivers an experience nothing else in the lineup matches. If you love the idea but do most of your off-roading on forestry roads and want to tow more, the Ram 1500 Rebel may be the smarter buy.
Want an RHO? These are built to order and demand is high. Talk to our team at Terrace Chrysler about ordering a 2026 Ram 1500 RHO built exactly the way you want it.
2026 Ram 1500 RHO FAQs
What is the Ram 1500 RHO?
The RHO is the off-road performance flagship of the Ram 1500 line. It is built around the 3.0L High Output Hurricane twin-turbo six (540 hp / 521 lb-ft) with long-travel suspension, 35-inch tires and locking differentials for high-speed off-road running. It replaced the supercharged V8 TRX.
How fast is the 2026 Ram 1500 RHO?
The RHO makes 540 horsepower and reaches 0-60 mph in about 4.6 seconds - very quick for a full-size off-road truck on 35-inch tires.
How much can the Ram 1500 RHO tow?
The RHO tows up to about 8,360 lb and carries up to about 1,490 lb of payload - lower than work-focused Ram 1500 trims, because it is tuned for off-road performance. If you need maximum towing, a Big Horn, Laramie or the Rebel is a better fit.
Is the Ram 1500 RHO better than a Ford Raptor?
The RHO's 540-hp High Output Hurricane out-powers the standard Ford Raptor's 450-hp V6, with comparable off-road hardware and Ram's refined cabin. The supercharged Raptor R makes more power but costs significantly more. On power and value among mainstream halo trucks, the RHO makes a strong case.
Can I use the Ram 1500 RHO as a daily driver?
Yes. Despite its off-road focus, the RHO keeps the comfortable, well-equipped Ram 1500 cabin and is easy to live with day to day. Just expect a bigger footprint and higher running costs than a standard Ram 1500, and lower tow and payload ratings.
Order your 2026 Ram 1500 RHO
Talk to our team about building an RHO your way, or browse the Ram 1500 lineup at Terrace Chrysler - proudly serving Terrace, Kitimat, Thornhill, Prince Rupert and the Skeena Valley.
Specifications, engine output, performance, tire and suspension details, and towing and payload figures are from Ram Canada and manufacturer information and are subject to change without notice; capability figures are maximums for properly equipped vehicles and vary by configuration. Performance figures are manufacturer estimates; drive responsibly and within the law - off-road driving carries inherent risk. Please contact Terrace Chrysler at 250-635-7187 to confirm current RHO specifications, availability and ordering. Terrace Chrysler Ltd., 4916 Highway 16 West, Terrace, BC V8G 1L8.
