Ram To Unleash Two New SRT Trucks In The Next 90 Days

If you thought Ram was done building wild performance trucks, think again. During Stellantis’ Q3 2025 Revenues and Shipments call, CEO Antonio Filosa dropped a bombshell—Ram will launch not one, but two new SRT-badged products within the next 90 days. That’s right, the brand that brought us the HELLCAT-powered TRX isn’t finished making headlines.

One of those two products will mark the long-awaited return of the Ram 1500 TRX, the apex predator of pickup trucks. It’s expected to debut in late January 2026, and if you’re wondering whether the HELLCAT is coming back—yes, that’s the plan.

When Ram discontinued the TRX after the 2024 model year, it left a massive hole in the performance truck world. The 6.2-liter supercharged HEMI® HELLCAT V8 made a jaw-dropping 702 horsepower and 650 lb.-ft. of torque, paired with the robust 8HP95 TorqueFlite automatic. Since then, Ford fired back with its 2025 F-150 Raptor R, boasting 720 horsepower and 640 lb.-ft. from its supercharged 5.2-liter “Carnivore” V8.

But Ram isn’t chasing numbers—it’s chasing legacy. Sources say the quickest way to get the HELLCAT back into the new-generation Ram 1500 is to keep it as close to the original setup as possible. That means no major changes that could trigger new emissions certification. So expect the same 702-horsepower monster to return, this time paired to Ram’s updated Atlantis electrical architecture, allowing the TRX to integrate the latest tech without losing its raw character.

The 2026 Ram 1500 TRX will reportedly borrow the RHO’s refreshed styling, its new LED lights, massive hood scoop, and upgraded tech suite. Inside, it’s said to feature a 14.4-inch Uconnect 5 touchscreen, a 10.25-inch passenger display, a Head-Up Display (HUD), and massaging front seats. Ram may even introduce a 37-inch tire package later in the model year—something enthusiasts have been begging for since the TRX first launched.

A Second SRT Model—Could It Be A HEMI-Powered RHO? –

The second SRT product remains under wraps, but some inside chatter points to something intriguing—a 5.7-liter HEMI®-powered Ram 1500 RHO. While the current RHO is powered by the twin-turbo 3.0-liter HURRICANE High Output (H/O) I6 engine producing 540 horsepower and 521 lb.-ft. of torque, some loyalists still miss the sound and simplicity of a naturally aspirated V8.

Ram CEO Tim Kuniskis addressed this very question earlier this year at the brand’s Auburn Hills headquarters.

“I don’t know,” Kuniskis admitted. “We’ve debated that a lot internally.”

He acknowledged that while the HURRICANE engine outperforms the HEMI on paper, the emotional connection to a V8 still matters to many buyers.

“I drive an RHO now, and it is a fantastic package,” Kuniskis said. “If you put a 5.7-liter in it, compared to what it is today, is that going to meet customer expectations? That’s what we’re thinking about right now.”

The tried-and-true 5.7-liter (345 cubic-inch) HEMI® produces 395 horsepower and 410 lb.-ft. of torque—not record-breaking, but still plenty of grunt for a weekend warrior truck. A HEMI-powered RHO wouldn’t be designed to replace the TRX; it would instead serve as a budget-friendly alternative, offering the same rugged suspension, Bilstein™ shocks, and 35-inch tires, but with the soul of a smaller V8 under the hood.

“Not saying we won’t do it,” Kuniskis added. “But that’s what we’re thinking about right now.”

The Return Of Ram Performance –

With two SRT-branded models set to arrive within the next three months, Ram is doubling down on performance and driver excitement. Whether it’s the high-horsepower TRX making a thunderous comeback or a V8-powered RHO that celebrates old-school muscle, the message is clear—Ram isn’t ready to give up its crown in the performance truck world.

As we head into Q1 2026, expect Ram’s SRT division to make some serious noise, both on the street and in the desert. One thing’s certain—truck fans have a lot to look forward to in the next 90 days.