The short answer
On the 5 Ram 1500 window stickers in our stock that list it (of 13 checked, Oct. 11, 2026), the Trailer Tow Group II is $1,095 and itemizes three things: an integrated trailer brake controller, a trailer tire-pressure monitoring system and Trailer Reverse Steering Control.
Worth it if you tow a trailer with brakes (Wisconsin requires them at 3,000 lb gross or more) and back it into tight spots. A trucks-only buyer, or someone who tows a small utility trailer without brakes, can skip it. The brake controller alone also appears as a $295 option on some stickers.
What the stickers list
| Item | What it does |
|---|---|
| Trailer brake controller | Sends a braking signal to electric trailer brakes, adjustable for the load; needed for any braked trailer |
| Trailer tire-pressure monitoring | Shows trailer tire pressures in the truck (requires sensors on the trailer) |
| Trailer Reverse Steering Control | Lets you steer a backing trailer with a dial instead of reverse-thinking the steering wheel |
The stickers we checked
| Truck | VIN | Price on sticker |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 Ram 1500 Express Quad Cab 4x4 | 1C6RRFCGXTN428276 | $1,095 |
| 2026 Ram 1500 Big Horn Quad Cab 4x4 | 1C6SRFBP0TN428287 | $1,095 |
| 2026 Ram 1500 Big Horn Quad Cab 4x4 | 1C6SRFBP7TN410787 | $1,095 |
| 2027 Ram 1500 Big Horn Crew Cab 4x4 | 1C6SRFFT8VN559414 | $1,095 |
| 2027 Ram 1500 Big Horn Crew Cab 4x4 | 1C6SRFFT9VN559390 | $1,095 |
| 2026 Ram 1500 Big Horn Crew Cab 4x4 | 1C6SRFFP7TN250842 | $295 |
| 2026 Ram 1500 Laramie Crew Cab 4x4 | 1C6SRFJP3TN442427 | $295 |
| 2026 Ram 1500 Laramie Crew Cab 4x4 | 1C6SRFJT4TN429540 | $295 |
Sticker figures are the manufacturer's suggested retail prices printed on the window sticker of that one vehicle, retrieved Oct 11, 2026. Base prices exclude destination; your truck's configuration and price will differ. Swant Graber prices new vehicles at invoice with no dealer add-ons; ask for an itemized quote on the exact VIN.
Worth it?
Worth it if
- You tow a trailer with electric brakes (campers, pontoons on tandem trailers, equipment)
- You back a trailer into a site, shed or launch
- You want the controller integrated and covered with the truck
Skip it if
- You don't tow, or only pull a small utility trailer without brakes
- You already own a quality aftermarket controller and don't mind the install
- You only need the controller: look for the standalone $295 option
Pair it with the right ratings
The group doesn't raise the truck's tow rating; axle ratio, engine and configuration do. Check the trailer against the truck's tow rating, payload and GCWR in the towing calculator, and see Ram equipment groups for what's bundled elsewhere.
Questions
How much is the Ram 1500 Trailer Tow Group II?
$1,095 on each of the Ram 1500 window stickers in our stock that list it (Oct. 11, 2026).
What does Trailer Tow Group II include?
On our stickers: trailer brake controller, trailer tire-pressure monitoring system and Trailer Reverse Steering Control.
Does it increase towing capacity?
No. It adds towing equipment and technology; the tow rating comes from the truck's engine, axle ratio and configuration.
Next steps at Swant Graber
Swant Graber Motors (Chevrolet, Ram, Dodge): 1690 E Division Ave, Barron, WI 54812, 715-537-5657. Swant Graber Ford: 1697 E Division Ave, 715-537-9500. Search new or used inventory, or see shop near you for model-by-model answers.
