Ram Builds on Sport Truck Offerings with New 2026 Ram 2500 Heavy Duty Black Express and Warlock Models

Ram introduces two new Heavy Duty models to its expanding sport truck lineup. Black Express and Warlock variants of the Ram 2500 are open for orders now and will make their way to dealers in the third quarter. 

“Everyone likes a good-looking truck, but the challenge is making it affordable while adding value to the entire lineup,” said Tim Kuniskis, CEO of Ram. “The Ram 2500 Black Express and Warlock offer an attractive price with custom appearance, while building on our sport truck leadership position.”

2026 Ram 2500 Black Express

• Crew Cab 4×2 or 4×4 with long bed or short bed
• Sport performance hood
• Body color bumpers and grille surround
• Class-Exclusive Power Convex Trailer Tow Mirrors
• 20-inch black wheels
• Cloth bench seat, carpet floor covering, carpet floor mats
• Front and rear ParkSense
• Black Tube Cab Length Side Steps
• Available colors: Diamond Black, Bright White, Granite Crystal, Silver Zynith, Forged Blue, Flame Red, Ceramic Grey and Molten Red
• Package price $2,495 on top of Tradesman
• Starting price of 2026 Ram 2500 Black Express $53,735 including destination

2026 Ram 2500 Warlock

• Crew Cab 4×4 short bed
• Black grille suround, flares and bumpers
• Warlock bedside decal
• 20-inch diamond cut wheels
• 34-inch Goodyear Duratrac A/T tires
• Class-Exclusive Power Convex Trailer Tow Mirrors
• Cloth bench seats and carpet
• Front and rear all-weather floor mats
• Anti-spin rear differential
• Bilstein shocks tuned for on- and off-road use
• Transfer case skid plate
• Hill Descent Control
• Available colors: Diamond Black, Bright White, Granite Crystal, Silver Zynith, Forged Blue, Flame Red, Ceramic Grey and Molten Red
• Package price $2,995 on top of Tradesman
• Starting price of 2026 Ram 2500 Warlock $57,165 including destination

Two engine options include the Torqueflite HD 8 speed automatic transmission:

• 6.7-liter Cummins High-Output Turbo Diesel produces 430 horsepower and best-in-class standard 1,075 lb.-ft. of torque
• 6.4-liter HEMI® V-8 delivers 405 horsepower and 429 lb.-ft. of torque (standard engine)

The best ¾-ton heavy-duty pickup ride quality in the business comes from Ram’s exclusive link-coil rear suspension system. This feature improves driver comfort and handling while loaded or unloaded.

The new models are part of Ram’s commitment to 25 product announcements over the next 18 months. Both trucks also contribute to an already powerful sport truck lineup, giving customers additional value with popular content and dealers more flexibility with price points.

• Ram 1500 Express/Black Express
• Ram 1500 Warlock
• Ram 1500 Rebel
• Ram 1500 RHO
• Ram 2500 Black Express
• Ram 2500 Warlock
• Ram 2500 Rebel HD
• Ram 2500 Power Wagon

Orders are now open for the 2026 Ram 2500 Black Express and Warlock in limited volume with availability in the third quarter of 2025. The two new sport truck offerings are assembled in Saltillo, Mexico.

Warlock history
The 2026 Ram 2500 Warlock marks the first time the brand has introduced the model in the HD lineup since the name’s introduction 50 years ago. Warlock first appeared in the 1970s as part of the Dodge D-Series lineup, was brought back by Ram in 2019 on the Ram 1500 Classic platform. Originally launched as part of Dodge’s bold “Adult Toys” lineup, the Warlock stood out with its factory-customized styling and distinctive personality. The modern revival pays homage to that legacy with off-road content, blacked-out accents, aggressive wheels, and a lifted stance—blending vintage flair with contemporary attitude.