The 2027 Ram TRX Is Back and It Just Restarted the Truck Wars

The return of the Hemi V eight felt inevitable the moment Ram made the announcement, and for anyone paying attention, the comeback of the TRX was never a matter of if, only when. Now the wait is over. The Ram TRX is officially back, and this time it returns louder, stronger, and more unapologetic than ever. This is not a nostalgia act. This is Ram reminding the truck world exactly who they are building this monster for.

The revived model arrives under the full performance banner as the 2027 Ram 1500 SRT TRX, marking a major moment with the return of the SRT division. Power is the headline, and it delivers in a big way. Under the hood sits a 6.2 liter supercharged V eight pushing out 777 horsepower and 680 pound feet of torque. That output translates into a claimed 0 to 60 miles per hour run in just 3.5 seconds, which still sounds wild for a full size pickup truck. The personality is aggressive, but the delivery is polished, blending brute force with modern control.

Power is routed through an eight speed automatic transmission and a full time active four wheel drive system. A two speed transfer case is on board for serious off road situations, while Baja Mode shifts 75 percent of available torque to the rear wheels for high speed desert runs. It is a setup that feels purpose built rather than just excessive, and that balance is what makes the TRX feel special instead of silly.

Suspension continues to be one of the TRX calling cards. Ram sticks with Bilstein e2 Blackhawk adaptive shocks, which constantly adjust compression and rebound based on terrain and driving style. These shocks are smart enough to recognize when the truck leaves the ground and prepare for landing, protecting both the chassis and the driver. Suspension travel remains impressive, with 13.0 inches up front and 14.0 inches at the rear. A Dana 60 rear axle with an electronic locking differential helps put that power down, while ground clearance stands at 11.8 inches.

Visually, the TRX keeps its wide and muscular stance, but the details have been sharpened. It is offered only in Crew Cab with a Short Bed, sitting 2.0 inches higher and 8.0 inches wider than a standard 1500 Rebel. Eighteen inch satin black wheels come standard, wrapping massive brakes with 15.0 inch rotors front and rear. New SRT and T Rex badging finishes the look and leaves no confusion about what this truck is meant to do.

Inside, the TRX is as serious about comfort as it is about performance. Heated, ventilated, and massaging front seats are standard. A 14.5 inch center touchscreen dominates the dash, paired with a 12.3 inch digital driver display and a 10.0 inch head up display. A 19 speaker Harmon Kardon sound system is included, helping justify the price tag. The 2027 TRX starts at $102,290 and is expected to arrive at dealerships in the second half of 2026.

There is also a special version waiting in the wings called the Bloodshot Night Edition. It brings a black and red exterior theme, bold graphics, carbon fiber interior accents, and beadlock capable wheels. Pricing has not been announced yet, but it is clearly aimed at buyers who want their TRX to stand out even more.

With the TRX back, attention turns to rivals. Ford has teased what could become a future Raptor R upgrade, and Chevrolet fans continue to hope for a hardcore ZR2 with serious power. Whether we need a four figure horsepower off road truck is debatable, but enthusiasm has never been about necessity. It is about passion, sound, and spectacle. The TRX delivers all three.