New 2026 Ram 2500 in Kearney, NE
New 2026 Ram 2500 in Kearney, NE
Somewhere between a half-ton and a dually lives the truck most working Nebraskans actually need, and the 2026 Ram 2500 owns that ground. The standard 6.4-liter HEMI® V8 brings 410 horsepower of gas-powered grit, while the available 6.7-liter Cummins® Turbo Diesel delivers a locomotive 850 lb-ft of torque for grades, headwinds, and heavy metal. Properly equipped, the 2500 tows up to 20,000 pounds, enough for stock trailers, skid steers, and serious fifth-wheel campers. It hauls people just as well: the refreshed cabin offers an available 14.5-inch touchscreen and comfort that makes long hauls short. And for those whose jobsites have no roads at all, the legendary Power Wagon adds a factory winch and hardcore off-road hardware. Explore our current Ram 2500 inventory online or in person at Midway CDJR in Kearney, compare gas against diesel with our team, and put a real workhorse in the driveway this week.
Built Like It Means It
The 2500’s towering grille, sculpted hood, and LED lighting announce heavy-duty intent before the badge confirms it. Functional touches carry the load: available RamBox® bed storage, a class-exclusive rear auxiliary switch bank for upfits, and tow mirrors that make a forty-foot trailer feel manageable.
Work All Day, Ride First Class
Heavy duty no longer means bare bones. The refreshed cabin offers an available 14.5-inch touchscreen, digital cluster, and trailer camera views, wrapped in seating that ranges from vinyl you can hose off to Limited-grade leather. Storage for logbooks, laptops, and lunch coolers is everywhere.
The 2026 Ram 2500: The Working Standard
Three-quarter-ton trucks earn their keep or get traded, and the Ram 2500 keeps earning. The gas-versus-diesel choice is refreshingly simple. The standard 6.4-liter HEMI V8 makes 410 horsepower and 429 lb-ft, shrugs off gooseneck hookups, and costs less up front, making it the smart pick for mixed duty. The available 6.7-liter Cummins Turbo Diesel counters with 850 lb-ft of torque and the relaxed, low-rpm pulling character that turns a loaded trailer through a headwind into a non-event, plus the legendary million-mile reputation that keeps resale values stubborn.
Either way, capability is massive: up to 20,000 pounds of towing when properly equipped, confident integrated trailer brake control, and available features like a 360-degree camera system with trailer views that make hitching solo routine. Available 4×4 systems handle feedlot mud and February drifts, while the one-and-only Power Wagon adds locking differentials, a disconnecting sway bar, and a 12,000-pound factory winch for the places tow trucks refuse to go, making it the most capable heavy-duty off-roader ever offered from a factory.
Inside, the 2500 borrows the 1500’s celebrated cabin playbook, from work-grade Tradesman to cattle-baron Limited Longhorn, with an available 14.5-inch touchscreen anchoring the dash. It is a truck equally at home hauling hay at dawn and hauling the family to dinner that night. Spec yours, gas or diesel, at Midway CDJR in Kearney, and let our team match the axle, cab, and bed to the work you actually do.
2026 Ram 2500 FAQs
What engines are available in the 2026 Ram 2500?
The standard engine is the 6.4-liter HEMI V8 with 410 horsepower and 429 lb-ft of torque. The available 6.7-liter Cummins Turbo Diesel delivers 370 horsepower and a massive 850 lb-ft of torque.
How much can the 2026 Ram 2500 tow?
Properly equipped, the Ram 2500 tows up to 20,000 pounds, covering large fifth-wheel campers, stock trailers, and heavy equipment.
Should I choose the HEMI gas engine or the Cummins diesel?
Choose the HEMI for lower purchase cost and mixed daily driving with regular towing. Choose the Cummins if you tow heavy loads frequently or over long distances, where its 850 lb-ft of torque, relaxed pulling, and fuel efficiency shine.
What is the Ram Power Wagon?
The Power Wagon is the 2500-exclusive off-road legend: front and rear locking differentials, a disconnecting front sway bar, off-road suspension, and a 12,000-pound factory winch, all backed by the 6.4-liter HEMI.
What is the difference between the Ram 2500 and 3500?
The 2500 covers most heavy towing needs up to 20,000 pounds with a smoother coil-spring rear ride. The 3500 adds higher payload, available dual rear wheels, and the High-Output Cummins for gooseneck loads up to 36,610 pounds.
What technology does the 2026 Ram 2500 offer?
Highlights include an available 14.5-inch touchscreen, digital gauge cluster, 360-degree camera with trailer views, integrated trailer brake controller, and a rear auxiliary switch bank for accessories and upfits.
What trims are available for the 2026 Ram 2500?
The range runs from the work-focused Tradesman through Big Horn, the off-road Rebel and Power Wagon, to the luxurious Laramie, Limited Longhorn, and Limited. Contact Midway CDJR at 888-575-1908 for current availability.
Where can I test drive the 2026 Ram 2500 near Grand Island or Norfolk, NE?
Visit Midway CDJR at 219 2nd Ave E in Kearney, NE, a short drive from Grand Island, Hastings, and North Platte. Browse Ram 2500 inventory online or call 888-575-1908 to schedule your test drive.
