Ram is keeping itself busy right now. The V-8 Hemi is back in the 1500, the brand is returning to NASCAR, and it just introduced a decade-long warranty for most of its models. Now, it’s launching two new entry-level heavy-duty sport truck options—the 2026 Ram 2500 Black Express and 2500 Warlock.
This is the first time Ram has offered a heavy-duty Warlock. It’s only available in the Crew Cab 4x4 with the short bed, designed for off-road-oriented buyers. It rides on 20-inch diamond-cut wheels wrapped in 34-inch Goodyear Duratec A/T tires. It also has a black grille surround, black bumpers, and black fender flares.
Other goodies include Bilstein shocks, an "anti-spin" rear differential, and a skid plate for the transfer case. Inside, there’s a cloth bench seat and all-weather floor mats.
The Black Express (pictured below) offers buyers a few more customization options. It’s only available in the Crew Cab layout but with either the short or long bed in 4x2 or 4x4 configurations. It has a sport performance hood, body-color bumpers and grille surround, and 20-inch black wheels.
The Express also features a cloth bench seat, carpeted floor mats, and black side steps. Both trucks are available in eight exterior colors: Diamond Black, Bright White, Granite Crystal, Silver Zynith, Forged Blue, Flame Red, Ceramic Grey, and Molten Red.
2026 Ram 2500 Power and Price
Buyers can pick between the 6.2-liter V-8 Hemi or the 6.7-liter Cummins diesel for their truck. The Hemi makes 405 horsepower and 429 pound-feet of torque, while the Cummins produces 420 hp and 1,075 lb-ft of torque. Both engines pair with the brand’s Torqueflite eight-speed automatic transmission.
The 2026 Ram 2500 Warlock package costs $57,165 to start, $2,995 on top of the Tradesman trim. The Black Express is $2,495 more expensive than the Tradesman and carries a starting price of $53,735. Prices include the destination charge. Order books are open now for both, and “in limited volume.” It’ll arrive in the third quarter of this year. So call your dealership soon if you want one.
Source: Ram
