Ram TRX Returns with 777hp Supercharged V8 — Muscle Truck Wars Heat Up

The full-size performance pickup segment just got significantly more aggressive. Ram has officially brought back the TRX nameplate, and this time it’s packing even more firepower. The new Ram 1500 TRX arrives with a supercharged 6.2-liter Hellcat-derived V8 producing 777 horsepower and 880 lb-ft of torque, instantly reigniting the battle among America’s most powerful factory-built trucks.

A More Potent Evolution of the Original TRX

The original Ram 1500 TRX (2021–2024) was already a monster with its 702-hp supercharged V8. The revived TRX takes that formula and turns the dial well past eleven.

Key performance highlights include:

• 777 hp at 6,100 rpm

• 880 lb-ft of torque available from 3,500 rpm

• Upgraded 2.7L supercharger with larger rotors and higher boost

• Revised air-to-liquid intercooler for better heat management

• Strengthened 8-speed TorqueFlite automatic transmission

• Upgraded driveshafts and rear axle components to handle the extra power

Ram engineers focused on improving both low-end grunt and high-rpm pull, making the new TRX feel noticeably quicker in real-world driving scenarios — especially when towing or blasting across desert terrain.

Design & Capability Upgrades

While the core aggressive stance remains unmistakably TRX, several refinements make the new model stand out:

• Redesigned front fascia with larger air intakes for improved cooling

• Wider fender flares (+2 inches total track width)

• Updated 18-inch beadlock-capable wheels wrapped in 35-inch Goodyear Wrangler Territory MT tires

• Optional carbon-fiber hood with functional heat extractors

• New LED lighting signature and available illuminated tailgate badge

• Revised interior with larger 14.5-inch Uconnect touchscreen, updated digital cluster, and optional Alcantara-trimmed sport seats

Off-road capability remains a priority. The new TRX retains:

• Bilstein Black Hawk e2 adaptive shocks

• 13.1 inches of front / 14.0 inches of rear suspension travel

• 35-inch water fording depth

• Electronic-locking rear differential

• Front-axle disconnect for improved fuel efficiency on pavement

Muscle Truck Rivals — The New Battlefield

The return of the 777-hp TRX throws down a serious gauntlet to its main competitors.

The TRX now holds a clear horsepower and torque advantage over the Ford Raptor R, though real-world drag-strip times will depend heavily on traction and driver skill. The naturally aspirated and hybrid-powered trucks from GM and Toyota remain significantly behind in raw power.

What About Fuel Economy?

Ram hasn’t released official EPA estimates yet, but expect numbers similar to — or slightly worse than — the previous TRX (10 mpg city / 14 mpg highway). The added power and slightly heavier components will likely push the new model into single-digit city fuel economy territory under aggressive driving.

Pricing & Availability

While exact pricing hasn’t been confirmed, industry sources expect the new TRX to start around $105,000–$110,000 for the base model, with fully loaded Launch Edition variants easily exceeding $130,000.

Production is scheduled to begin in mid-2025, with first customer deliveries expected in the third quarter of 2025.

The Bottom Line

With 777 horsepower, a muscular redesign, and no-compromise off-road hardware, the revived Ram TRX is staking its claim as the king of high-performance factory pickups. Ford’s Raptor R remains a formidable rival, especially in handling and agility, but the TRX now holds an unmistakable power advantage.

The muscle-truck wars have officially entered a new, more brutal chapter — and enthusiasts are the real winners.