Mega ute returns with supercharged V8!

Ram has confirmed the return of its most powerful variant in the Ram 1500 range, the SRT TRX.

Dubbed the “fastest and most powerful” production of its kind in the world, the 2026 Ram 1500 SRT TRX marks the return of the supercharged V8 ute just a couple of years after it was axed.

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With the brand’s now-iconic 6.2-litre supercharged ‘Hemi’ V8 under the bonnet producing 579kW and 922Nm, the TRX is capable of a claimed 0-100km/h sprint in just 3.5 seconds.

The TRX most recently available in Australia offered up 523kW and 882Nm, by comparison, from a version of the same 6.2-litre supercharged V8.

It still runs an eight-speed automatic and a full-time four-wheel drive system.

Additionally, a Bloodshot Night Edition with rather bold graphics and carbon fibre interior trim is available in the US to celebrate the model’s return.

As a top-spec model, features like leather interior trim, heated and ventilated massage front seats, a 19-speaker Harman Kardon premium audio system and dual wireless charging pads are all standard.

Jeff Barber, General Manager of Ram Trucks Australia, has hinted that the 1500 SRT TRX could be on the cards for Australia.

“We are super-excited about the new Ram SRT TRX,” Barber said in a statement to CarsGuide. 

“The first-generation Ram TRX was a popular addition to our line-up when it was previously available. While we have nothing to announce today, we are happy to say ‘watch this space’. 

“Although the new Ram SRT TRX is not yet confirmed for our market, it is under serious consideration.”

Pricing is set at USD$99,995, which is approximately A$149,650, but given the TRX was a A$224,950 previously, expect to see something similar, if not more, if it does land Down Under once again. If it does, it’ll be the only 1500 with a V8 now that the line-up runs on inline six-cylinder engines.