2026 Ram 1500 BackCountry is a Budget-Friendlier Rebel
Ram has added a new trim package to its half-ton lineup for 2026. The Ram 1500 BackCountry is positioned between the Warlock and Rebel and is based on the Big Horn 4x4 Crew Cab. It combines several off-road features with styling changes and interior upgrades, offering another option for buyers who want a truck with some added trail capability without moving into the higher-priced Rebel.
The BackCountry package includes several functional upgrades intended for light off-road use. Suspension height is increased by one inch with heavy-duty shocks, and underbody skid plates protect the front underbody, transfer case, power steering rack, and fuel tank. A rear electronic locking differential is included, along with 32-inch off-road tires, front tow hooks, and Selec-Speed off-road cruise control. The truck rides on 18-inch Satin Black aluminum wheels.
Visually, the BackCountry distinguishes itself with a mix of body-color and black exterior details. The grille surround and certain trim elements are painted to match the body, while the lower body panels and bumpers are finished in Diamond Black Crystal. Black fender flares and Satin Black badging are also included, along with a BackCountry emblem on the tailgate.
Inside, the truck is fitted with vinyl bucket seats designed for durability, featuring alloy-printed mesh inserts. The cabin also includes a MOLLE panel seatback storage system, all-weather rubber floor mats, and BackCountry badging on the passenger-side instrument panel.
The package is available on the Big Horn 4x4 Crew Cab when equipped with either the Level 1 or Level 2 Equipment Group. Buyers can choose between the 5.7-liter HEMI V-8 with eTorque or the 3.0-liter Hurricane twin-turbo inline-six.
The Level 1 Equipment Group adds features such as heated front seats, a heated leather steering wheel, power-adjustable pedals, and second-row in-floor storage bins. Exterior additions include power-folding heated mirrors with automatic dimming, LED courtesy lamps, and a rear power sliding window with defrost.
The Level 2 Equipment Group expands the feature set with a 7-inch instrument cluster display and a 12-inch Uconnect 5 touchscreen. It also includes configurable drive modes with Off-Road Info Pages, a 10-way power driver’s seat with lumbar support, dual wireless charging pads, dual-zone climate control, a power tailgate release, and a nine-speaker amplified audio system.
The BackCountry package costs $2,995 when added to the Big Horn and is available with either equipment group. Orders for the 2026 model are now open, with pricing starting at $62,410 including destination when paired with the Big Horn Level 1 Equipment Group.
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