What’s New for 2026?

The king of the desert has a new name, and it is ready to rule the roads of Garland County. The 2026 Ram 1500 RHO in Hot Springs, AR, is the latest high-performance flagship truck that refuses to choose between raw speed and premium luxury. At Chris Crain Dodge Jeep Ram, we are excited to introduce this "RHO" model, which takes over as the most potent and capable half-ton truck in the Ram family. Whether you are splashing through the mud near Lake Hamilton or cruising down Central Avenue, the RHO offers a level of excitement that no other truck can match. It is designed to jump, climb, and roar past the competition while keeping you surrounded by the finest materials available in a pickup.

The 2026 model year marks the arrival of the RHO as Ram's premier off-road performance truck. While it carries the high-speed DNA of the legendary TRX, the 2026 Ram 1500 RHO introduces the all-new 3.0L Hurricane High-Output engine. This year also brings a fresh look with five new exterior colors, including the striking Canyon Lake blue and Serrano Green. To keep things modern, the 2026 RHO features updated digital screens and the latest Uconnect 5 software. This ensures that the most powerful truck on the road is also the smartest one in your driveway.      

More Power & Performance

Under the hood sits the 3.0L Hurricane High-Output Twin-Turbo engine with 540 horsepower and 521 lb-ft of torque. It’s quick, capable, and offers nine drive modes—including Baja, Rock, and Sand—so you can adapt to changing terrain.

Roar Into Action

A high-performance truck should sound as powerful as it looks. You can customize your 2026 Ram 1500 RHO with the incredible sound of the available MagnaFlow SPEQ Series Cat-Back Performance Exhaust System. This system gives your Hurricane engine a deep, attention-demanding voice.

-Deep, Resonant Signature Exhaust Tone: Gives the truck a powerful, aggressive sound that matches its style.
-Dyno-Proven Performance: Built to increase airflow and help the twin-turbo engine reach its full power.
-3-Inch Diameter Mandrel Bent Main Piping: Designed to keep exhaust moving smoothly for better efficiency.
-No Drone Technology (NDT) Chamber: Uses special technology to keep the cabin quiet during highway trips while still letting the engine roar when you step on the gas.
-Dual Split Rear Exit with 5-Inch Black Chrome Tips: Adds a dark, high-end look to the back of your truck..      

Design

The 2026 Ram 1500 RHO is impossible to miss because it is 8 inches wider than a standard Ram 1500. It sits high on 35-inch off-road tires, giving it 11.8 inches of ground clearance to crawl over rocks and brush. The aggressive look is finished with bold black RHO badging and a unique grille that helps cool the high-power engine. The design is also efficient, featuring a powered tailgate that you can open and close with your key fob. Inside, the cabin uses carbon fiber accents and premium leather, making it feel more like a luxury car than a rugged work truck.      

Available Options

The 2026 Ram 1500 RHO is a specialized performance model, but you can still add options to make it your own.

-Engine: Standard High-Output 3.0L Hurricane Twin-Turbo I6 with 540 HP.
-Suspension: Bilstein Black Hawk e2 Shock System for total control on any terrain.
-Exhaust: Available MagnaFlow SPEQ Series for a custom, aggressive sound.
-Wheels: 18-inch black painted wheels or available beadlock-capable wheels for serious off-roading.

From Hot Springs to Arkadelphia, there is no better place to find your next high-performance off-road machine. Visit us today at Chris Crain Dodge Jeep Ram in Hot Springs, AR, or check out our new inventory online.      

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