diff --git a/binaries/data/mods/public/simulation/templates/template_unit_mechanical_siege_ram.xml b/binaries/data/mods/public/simulation/templates/template_unit_mechanical_siege_ram.xml
index 251c8636f1..ddf3836a5d 100644
--- a/binaries/data/mods/public/simulation/templates/template_unit_mechanical_siege_ram.xml
+++ b/binaries/data/mods/public/simulation/templates/template_unit_mechanical_siege_ram.xml
@@ -42,6 +42,7 @@
     </Charge>
   </Attack>
   <Cost>
+    <Population>5</Population>
     <Resources>
       <wood>200</wood>
       <metal>100</metal>