The Apex Predator Returns: Ram's 2027 1500 SRT TRX Roars Back With 777 Horsepower

The legend is coming back. Ram has confirmed the return of the TRX for 2027, and this time, the apex pickup is bringing even more bite. Arriving in the second half of 2026, the 2027 Ram 1500 SRT TRX will reclaim its throne as the fastest and most powerful production gas pickup truck in the world, delivering a segment-shattering 777 horsepower and 680 lb-ft of torque from its legendary 6.2 L supercharged HEMI V-8 engine.

For performance truck enthusiasts across Quebec and beyond, this announcement marks the triumphant return of a nameplate that dominated from 2021 to 2024. The new TRX doesn't just resurrect the formula - it obliterates previous benchmarks with power figures that eclipse the next nearest competitor by 57 horsepower and 40 lb-ft of torque.

More Power, More Performance, More TRX

The heart of the 2027 TRX is its boosted 6.2 L supercharged HEMI V-8. Ram's SRT Performance division extracted an additional 75 horsepower from the powerplant through updated engine management and new hardware, pushing output to an astonishing 777 hp while torque climbs to 680 lb-ft - up 40 lb-ft from the previous generation.

The twin-screw supercharger displaces 2.4 L and feeds on cool air drawn through a dual-path induction system. One stream enters through the side grille opening, while another flows through the functional centre-mounted hood scoop. Both converge at a high-capacity radial air filter designed to handle airflow from both paths simultaneously.

Power flows through a high-torque-capacity TorqueFlite 8HP95 eight-speed automatic transmission, delivering quick, crisp gear changes. A BorgWarner 48-13 full-time active transfer case ensures sure-footed handling with selectable 4WD Auto, 4WD High (locked), and 4WD Low (locked) functionality. The transfer case features a 2.64:1 low range for precise crawling maneuvers.

With Launch Control engaged, the TRX catapults from 0-96 km/h in just 3.5 seconds and charges on to a segment-leading top speed of 190 km/h. The sport-tuned true dual exhaust system announces the TRX's presence with 127 mm (5-inch) double-walled black tips. Launch Control is activated via a dedicated button on the right side of the steering column, adjacent to the transfer case switches and drive mode controller.

Suspension Technology That Dominates Terrain

The 2027 TRX sits at the pinnacle of Ram's off-road lineup. Behind standard 35-inch tires is an independent front suspension system with active performance damping, high-strength aluminum components, and forged aluminum upper and lower control arms. The control arm design maintains caster and camber angles during suspension cycling while accommodating 330 mm (13 inches) of front suspension travel.

The rear Dana 60 axle with full floating axle shafts and electronic locking differential uses an axle hop damper for improved traction on rough surfaces. Ram's signature five-link coil system contributes to segment-leading ride comfort, while differing hard points from the core Ram 1500 allow for rear axle travel of up to 356 mm (14 inches).

Second-generation Bilstein Black Hawk e2 adaptive performance shocks feature revised internals and precision-machined, single-piece rigid aluminum casings front and rear. The solid construction, combined with machined, aerodynamically optimized and directional cooling fins, dissipates heat during sustained suspension cycling.

Ram's proprietary Ram Active Terrain Dynamics suspension management system fine-tunes ride comfort, body control, terrain isolation, and handling. The system adjusts traction and stability control behaviour while working in tandem with the Bilstein Black Hawk e2 adaptive performance shocks to adjust rebound and compression for various surfaces and driving conditions.

Technology and Craftsmanship

For the first time, TRX features Hands-Free Active Drive Assist (L2+) as standard equipment. This advanced driver assist allows the TRX to function as both thrilling chariot and relaxing chauffeur, making Ram the only truck manufacturer to offer hands-free capability on high-performance, off-road, gas pickups.

The 14.5-inch Uconnect 5 reconfigurable touchscreen is the largest in the class and serves as the focal point of the expertly appointed, hand-wrapped leather dashboard and instrument panel. Atlantis electrical architecture enhances Uconnect 5 with operating speeds five times faster than the previous generation, with lightning-quick response to touchscreen input in as little as 0.05 seconds.

A 12.3-inch digital gauge cluster displays nearly two dozen different menus, including driver-assist technologies like adaptive cruise control, Hands-Free Active Drive Assist, Drowsy Driver Detection, and speed limit with Traffic Sign Recognition. Above the cluster sits a configurable, full-colour Head-up Display with a 10-inch field of view.

Luxury That Matches Performance

Drivers are greeted by 12-way power front seats with memory function, massage, heating, and ventilation. Comfort extends to the second row with class-exclusive reclining, heated, and ventilated rear seats. Seating surfaces are finished in black premium Natura Plus leather with perforated suede inserts and bold red bolster accents.

Red contrast stitching flows across the hand-wrapped dashboard, door panels, and centre console, further complemented by red embroidered TRX seatback logos and TRX-exclusive Ruby Red seat belts. For the first time, TRX features a leather-wrapped airbag cover with red stitching, a full suede headliner, and suede-wrapped visors.

Genuine carbon-fibre trim frames the digital instrument cluster, covers the upper glove box lid, and accents the leather-trimmed door panels and rear console endcap. The TRX logo on the passenger side dashboard is precision-milled into the carbon fibre using a laser-guided process.

A 900-watt premium Harman Kardon audio system with 19 speakers and a 10-inch subwoofer - more speakers than any competitor in its class - delivers audiophile music quality. Standard class-exclusive dual wireless phone charging pads ensure driver and passengers are never surprised by a low phone battery, while wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, along with conventional connectivity ports, ensure tech integration during commute or play.

Bloodshot Night Edition: Celebrating the Return

To commemorate the return of the TRX, customers can option their truck as a Bloodshot Night Edition. This special edition features a bespoke, hand-painted Blacktop exterior upper in Diamond Black Crystal Pearl Coat with a custom-painted Flame Red centre stripe - the first two-tone design for TRX.

The Bloodshot Night Edition includes a unique bodyside splash graphic drawn from the front door through the bedside and integrated with the recognizable TRX graphic. Inside, red outline interior TRX badging, a glass-encased TRX centre console badge, and carbon fibre with red anodized thread integrated into the weave pattern complete the aggressive aesthetic. Standard beadlock-capable wheels are finished in Satin Black with Satin Titanium beadlock rings.

Aggressive Styling That Commands Attention

The TRX matches the RHO's 30 cm (11.8 inches) of ground clearance, riding 51 mm (two inches) higher and 152 mm (six inches) wider than the Ram 1500 Rebel. Standard 18-inch Satin Black wheels shroud the largest brake rotors in the class and finish off the aggressive stance.

At the front, blacked-out bi-functional projector LED headlamps with Satin Black bezels flank an aggressive, Flame Red flow-through R-A-M front grille with SRT badge in the lower driver-side corner. The steel front bumper is integrated with a functional skid plate and oversized Flame Red tow hooks.

At the rear, premium, darkened LED taillamps with Satin Black bezels and integrated Blind-spot Monitoring are positioned alongside a large R-A-M badge and the first SRT badge on the TRX's tailgate. The TRX badge itself features a new, distinctive depiction of the famed apex predator.

Experience the Return of the Apex Predator

The 2027 Ram 1500 SRT TRX marks the first Ram pickup to wear the SRT badge since the legendary Ram SRT10 in 2006. Nearly two decades later, this truck opens an exciting new chapter in Ram's performance heritage. The iconic Street and Racing Technology performance division consolidates the best performance engineering talent from across the four American brands, delivering vehicles with power, precision, and passion.

The TRX anchors Ram's expanded off-road lineup, which includes the value-focused Ram 1500 Warlock, the well-equipped 1500 Rebel, and the performance-oriented 1500 RHO with 540 hp from the Hurricane twin-turbo engine. In the heavy-duty segment, the Ram 2500 offers workhorse versions of the Warlock and Rebel, alongside the legendary Ram Power Wagon, the most off-road-capable pickup on the market.

Arriving in the second half of 2026, the 2027 Ram 1500 SRT TRX delivers unmatched capability whether conquering trails or commanding highways. Visit our team at Grenier Chrysler Montréal-Est to learn more about the upcoming 2027 Ram 1500 SRT TRX and how this legendary truck can fit into your driving adventures.