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RAM 3500:Review the specs, features and pros & cons
Pros and cons of the RAM 3500
- Immense towing power from diesel or gas engines
- Spacious, well-appointed cabin
- Seven models to choose from
- High fuel consumption
- Upper trim levels can be costly
- Heavy-duty suspension may result in a rough ride
Safety ratings of the RAM 3500
Overall safety rating
Safety ratings provided by NHTSA
- Frontal crash rating
- Side crash rating
- Number of airbags6
Specifications of the RAM 3500
Key specifications available across all trim levels- Seats3 - 6
- Doors2 - 4
- Fuel typeGas or Diesel
- TransmissionAutomatic or Manual
- City consumption-
- Highway consumption-
- Width1994 - 2464 mm
- Length5852 - 6626 mm
- Trunk space-
- Cargo space-
Trims available with the RAM 3500
What is a trim? Trims are different options of the same car with different features and equipment. The specs depend on the trim you choose.This variant of the RAM 3500 2011 - present is available in 10 trims:ST trim features and specs
Available with the ST trim:
- Electric windows (optional)
- Multifunction steering wheel
Available across all trims:
- Center arm rest between front seats
- ISOFIX installation points
- Power steering
- Spare wheel
Available with the ST trim:
- Door mirrors electrically adjustable (optional)
- Regular cab
- Steel wheels
Available across all trims:
- Crew cab
- Daytime running lights
- Four-wheel drive (optional)
- Long wheel base
- Short wheel base
- Standard roof
Available with the ST trim:
- Brake assist system (optional)
- Dimming interior mirror (optional)
- Dusk sensor (optional)
- Electronic traction control (optional)
- Stability control (optional)
- Tire pressure indicator (optional)
Available across all trims:
- Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
- Disc brakes
- Four-wheel drive
- Front-driver airbag
- Front-passenger airbag
- Rear-wheel drive
- Side airbag
- Side curtain airbag
Available with the ST trim:
- Bluetooth (optional)
- CD disc changer (optional)
- CD player (optional)
- Cruise control (optional)
- Hill start assist (optional)
- MP3-CD player (optional)
- Power door locks (optional)
- Rear sensors (optional)
- Rear view camera (optional)
- Satellite radio (optional)
- Touchscreen (optional)
- USB port for front passengers (optional)
Available across all trims:
- Computer
- Radio
2 engines are available with the ST trim:
6.4 L - Gas - 410 hp
Transmission:Automatic
6.7 L - Diesel - 350 hp
Transmission:Automatic or Manual
Tradesman trim features and specs
Available with the Tradesman trim:
- Electric windows
- Leather steering wheel (optional)
- Multifunction steering wheel
Available across all trims:
- Center arm rest between front seats
- ISOFIX installation points
- Power steering
- Spare wheel
Available with the Tradesman trim:
- Alloy wheels (optional)
- Door mirrors electrically adjustable
- Fog lights (optional)
- High-beam assist (optional)
- LED daytime running lights (optional)
- LED headlights (optional)
- Regular cab
- Steel wheels
Available across all trims:
- Crew cab
- Daytime running lights
- Four-wheel drive (optional)
- Long wheel base
- Short wheel base
- Standard roof
Available with the Tradesman trim:
- Brake assist system
- Collision warning system
- Collision warning system with automatic braking
- Dimming interior mirror (optional)
- Dusk sensor
- Electronic traction control
- Overtaking sensors (optional)
- Rain sensor (optional)
- Stability control
- Tire pressure indicator
Available across all trims:
- Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
- Disc brakes
- Four-wheel drive
- Front-driver airbag
- Front-passenger airbag
- Rear-wheel drive
- Side airbag
- Side curtain airbag
Available with the Tradesman trim:
- 360 degree camera (optional)
- Adaptive cruise control (optional)
- Bluetooth
- CD disc changer (optional)
- Cruise control
- Front sensors (optional)
- Front view camera (optional)
- Hill start assist
- Keyless entry
- Power door locks
- Rear sensors
- Rear view camera
- Side sensors (optional)
- Touchscreen
- USB port for front passengers
Available across all trims:
- Computer
- Radio
2 engines are available with the Tradesman trim:
6.7 L - Diesel - 370 hp
Transmission:Automatic
6.7 L - Diesel - 400 hp
Transmission:Automatic
Longhorn Limited trim features and specs
Available with the Longhorn Limited trim:
- 2 climate zones
- Air conditioning (automatic)
- Driver seat has lumbar support
- Electric windows
- Electrically adjustable front seats
- Front seats have lumbar support (optional)
- Heated front seats
- Heated rear seats
- Heated steering wheel
- Leather steering wheel
- Multifunction steering wheel
- Passenger seat has lumbar support (optional)
- Ventilated front seats
Available across all trims:
- Center arm rest between front seats
- ISOFIX installation points
- Power steering
- Spare wheel
Available with the Longhorn Limited trim:
- Alloy wheels
- Door mirrors electrically adjustable
- Extended crew cab
- Fog lights (optional)
- High-beam assist (optional)
- LED daytime running lights (optional)
- Steel wheels (optional)
- Sunroof (optional)
Available across all trims:
- Crew cab
- Daytime running lights
- Four-wheel drive (optional)
- Long wheel base
- Short wheel base
- Standard roof
Available with the Longhorn Limited trim:
- Brake assist system
- Dimming interior mirror
- Dusk sensor
- Electronic traction control
- Rain sensor
- Stability control
Available across all trims:
- Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
- Disc brakes
- Four-wheel drive
- Front-driver airbag
- Front-passenger airbag
- Rear-wheel drive
- Side airbag
- Side curtain airbag
Available with the Longhorn Limited trim:
- Bluetooth
- CD disc changer (optional)
- Cruise control
- Digital radio
- Front sensors
- Hill start assist
- Keyless entry
- Navigation system
- Power door locks
- Rear sensors
- Rear view camera
- Touchscreen
- USB port for front passengers
Available across all trims:
- Computer
- Radio
3 engines are available with the Longhorn Limited trim:
5.7 L - Gas - 383 hp
Transmission:Automatic
6.4 L - Gas - 410 hp
Transmission:Automatic
6.7 L - Diesel - 350 hp
Transmission:Automatic
Laramie Limited trim features and specs
Available with the Laramie Limited trim:
- 2 climate zones
- Air conditioning (automatic)
- Driver seat has lumbar support
- Electric windows
- Electrically adjustable front seats
- Front seats have lumbar support (optional)
- Heated front seats
- Heated rear seats
- Heated steering wheel
- Leather steering wheel
- Multifunction steering wheel
- Passenger seat has lumbar support (optional)
- Ventilated front seats
Available across all trims:
- Center arm rest between front seats
- ISOFIX installation points
- Power steering
- Spare wheel
Available with the Laramie Limited trim:
- Alloy wheels
- Door mirrors electrically adjustable
- Extended crew cab
- Fog lights
- High-beam assist
- LED daytime running lights (optional)
- Steel wheels (optional)
- Sunroof (optional)
Available across all trims:
- Crew cab
- Daytime running lights
- Four-wheel drive (optional)
- Long wheel base
- Short wheel base
- Standard roof
Available with the Laramie Limited trim:
- Brake assist system
- Dimming interior mirror
- Dusk sensor
- Electronic traction control
- Rain sensor
- Stability control
Available across all trims:
- Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
- Disc brakes
- Four-wheel drive
- Front-driver airbag
- Front-passenger airbag
- Rear-wheel drive
- Side airbag
- Side curtain airbag
Available with the Laramie Limited trim:
- Bluetooth
- CD disc changer (optional)
- Cruise control
- Digital radio
- Front sensors
- Hill start assist
- Keyless entry
- Navigation system
- Power door locks
- Rear sensors
- Rear view camera
- Touchscreen
- USB port for front passengers
Available across all trims:
- Computer
- Radio
2 engines are available with the Laramie Limited trim:
6.4 L - Gas - 410 hp
Transmission:Automatic
6.7 L - Diesel - 350 hp
Transmission:Automatic
SLT trim features and specs
Available with the SLT trim:
- 2 climate zones (optional)
- Air conditioning (automatic) (optional)
- Driver seat has lumbar support (optional)
- Electric windows
- Electrically adjustable front seats (optional)
- Front seats have lumbar support (optional)
- Heated front seats (optional)
- Heated steering wheel (optional)
- Leather steering wheel (optional)
- Multifunction steering wheel (optional)
Available across all trims:
- Center arm rest between front seats
- ISOFIX installation points
- Power steering
- Spare wheel
Available with the SLT trim:
- Alloy wheels (optional)
- Bi-Xenon headlights (optional)
- Door mirrors electrically adjustable
- Extended crew cab
- Fog lights (optional)
- Regular cab
- Steel wheels (optional)
- Sunroof (optional)
Available across all trims:
- Crew cab
- Daytime running lights
- Four-wheel drive (optional)
- Long wheel base
- Short wheel base
- Standard roof
Available with the SLT trim:
- Brake assist system (optional)
- Dimming interior mirror (optional)
- Dusk sensor (optional)
- Electronic traction control (optional)
- Stability control (optional)
- Tire pressure indicator (optional)
Available across all trims:
- Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
- Disc brakes
- Four-wheel drive
- Front-driver airbag
- Front-passenger airbag
- Rear-wheel drive
- Side airbag
- Side curtain airbag
Available with the SLT trim:
- Android Auto (optional)
- Apple CarPlay (optional)
- Bluetooth (optional)
- CD disc changer (optional)
- CD player (optional)
- Cruise control (optional)
- Digital radio (optional)
- Front sensors (optional)
- Hill start assist (optional)
- Keyless entry (optional)
- MP3-CD player (optional)
- Navigation system (optional)
- Power door locks
- Rear sensors (optional)
- Rear view camera (optional)
- Touchscreen (optional)
- USB port for front passengers (optional)
Available across all trims:
- Computer
- Radio
4 engines are available with the SLT trim:
5.7 L - Gas - 383 hp
Transmission:Manual
6.4 L - Gas - 410 hp
Transmission:Automatic or Manual
6.7 L - Diesel - 350 hp
Transmission:Automatic or Manual
6.7 L - Diesel
Transmission:Manual
Laramie Longhorn trim features and specs
Available with the Laramie Longhorn trim:
- 2 climate zones
- Air conditioning (automatic)
- Driver seat has lumbar support
- Electric windows
- Electrically adjustable front seats
- Front seats have lumbar support (optional)
- Heated front seats
- Heated rear seats
- Heated steering wheel
- Leather steering wheel
- Multifunction steering wheel
- Passenger seat has lumbar support (optional)
- Ventilated front seats
Available across all trims:
- Center arm rest between front seats
- ISOFIX installation points
- Power steering
- Spare wheel
Available with the Laramie Longhorn trim:
- Alloy wheels
- Door mirrors electrically adjustable
- Extended crew cab
- Fog lights (optional)
- High-beam assist (optional)
- LED daytime running lights (optional)
- Steel wheels (optional)
- Sunroof (optional)
Available across all trims:
- Crew cab
- Daytime running lights
- Four-wheel drive (optional)
- Long wheel base
- Short wheel base
- Standard roof
Available with the Laramie Longhorn trim:
- Brake assist system (optional)
- Dimming interior mirror
- Dusk sensor (optional)
- Electronic traction control (optional)
- Rain sensor (optional)
- Stability control (optional)
- Tire pressure indicator (optional)
Available across all trims:
- Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
- Disc brakes
- Four-wheel drive
- Front-driver airbag
- Front-passenger airbag
- Rear-wheel drive
- Side airbag
- Side curtain airbag
Available with the Laramie Longhorn trim:
- Bluetooth
- CD disc changer (optional)
- CD player (optional)
- Cruise control
- Digital radio (optional)
- Front sensors
- Hill start assist (optional)
- Keyless entry (optional)
- MP3-CD player (optional)
- Navigation system
- Power door locks
- Rear sensors
- Rear view camera
- Touchscreen
- USB port for front passengers
Available across all trims:
- Computer
- Radio
4 engines are available with the Laramie Longhorn trim:
5.7 L - Gas - 383 hp
Transmission:Automatic
6.4 L - Gas - 410 hp
Transmission:Automatic
6.7 L - Diesel - 350 hp
Transmission:Automatic
6.7 L - Diesel
Transmission:Automatic
Big Horn trim features and specs
Available with the Big Horn trim:
- Driver seat has lumbar support (optional)
- Electric windows
- Electrically adjustable front seats (optional)
- Front seats have lumbar support (optional)
- Heated front seats (optional)
- Heated steering wheel (optional)
- Leather steering wheel (optional)
- Multifunction steering wheel
Available across all trims:
- Center arm rest between front seats
- ISOFIX installation points
- Power steering
- Spare wheel
Available with the Big Horn trim:
- Alloy wheels (optional)
- Door mirrors electrically adjustable
- Extended crew cab
- Fog lights (optional)
- High-beam assist (optional)
- LED daytime running lights (optional)
- LED headlights (optional)
- Regular cab
- Steel wheels
- Sunroof (optional)
Available across all trims:
- Crew cab
- Daytime running lights
- Four-wheel drive (optional)
- Long wheel base
- Short wheel base
- Standard roof
Available with the Big Horn trim:
- Brake assist system
- Collision warning system
- Collision warning system with automatic braking
- Dimming interior mirror (optional)
- Dusk sensor
- Electronic traction control
- Overtaking sensors (optional)
- Rain sensor (optional)
- Stability control
- Tire pressure indicator
Available across all trims:
- Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
- Disc brakes
- Four-wheel drive
- Front-driver airbag
- Front-passenger airbag
- Rear-wheel drive
- Side airbag
- Side curtain airbag
Available with the Big Horn trim:
- 360 degree camera (optional)
- Adaptive cruise control (optional)
- Android Auto (optional)
- Apple CarPlay (optional)
- Bluetooth
- CD disc changer (optional)
- Cruise control
- Digital radio (optional)
- Front sensors (optional)
- Front view camera (optional)
- Hill start assist
- Keyless entry
- Navigation system (optional)
- Power door locks
- Rear sensors
- Rear view camera
- Side sensors (optional)
- Touchscreen
- USB port for front passengers
Available across all trims:
- Computer
- Radio
2 engines are available with the Big Horn trim:
6.7 L - Diesel - 370 hp
Transmission:Automatic
6.7 L - Diesel - 400 hp
Transmission:Automatic
Longhorn trim features and specs
Available with the Longhorn trim:
- 2 climate zones
- Air conditioning (automatic)
- Driver seat has lumbar support
- Electric windows
- Electrically adjustable front seats
- Heated front seats
- Heated rear seats
- Heated steering wheel
- Leather steering wheel
- Multifunction steering wheel
- Passenger seat has lumbar support
- Ventilated front seats
Available across all trims:
- Center arm rest between front seats
- ISOFIX installation points
- Power steering
- Spare wheel
Available with the Longhorn trim:
- Alloy wheels
- Door mirrors electrically adjustable
- Extended crew cab
- Fog lights
- High-beam assist
- LED daytime running lights
- LED headlights
- Steel wheels (optional)
- Sunroof (optional)
Available across all trims:
- Crew cab
- Daytime running lights
- Four-wheel drive (optional)
- Long wheel base
- Short wheel base
- Standard roof
Available with the Longhorn trim:
- Brake assist system
- Collision warning system
- Collision warning system with automatic braking
- Dimming interior mirror
- Dusk sensor
- Electronic traction control
- Overtaking sensors (optional)
- Rain sensor
- Stability control
- Tire pressure indicator
Available across all trims:
- Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
- Disc brakes
- Four-wheel drive
- Front-driver airbag
- Front-passenger airbag
- Rear-wheel drive
- Side airbag
- Side curtain airbag
Available with the Longhorn trim:
- 360 degree camera (optional)
- Adaptive cruise control (optional)
- Android Auto
- Apple CarPlay
- Bluetooth
- CD disc changer
- Cruise control
- Digital radio
- Front sensors
- Front view camera (optional)
- Hill start assist
- Keyless entry
- Navigation system
- Power door locks
- Rear sensors
- Rear view camera
- Side sensors (optional)
- Touchscreen
- USB port for front passengers
- Wireless charging pad/mat (optional)
Available across all trims:
- Computer
- Radio
2 engines are available with the Longhorn trim:
6.7 L - Diesel - 370 hp
Transmission:Automatic
6.7 L - Diesel - 400 hp
Transmission:Automatic
Limited trim features and specs
Available with the Limited trim:
- 2 climate zones
- Air conditioning (automatic)
- Driver seat has lumbar support
- Electric windows
- Electrically adjustable front seats
- Front seats have lumbar support (optional)
- Heated front seats
- Heated rear seats
- Heated steering wheel
- Leather steering wheel
- Multifunction steering wheel
- Passenger seat has lumbar support (optional)
- Ventilated front seats
Available across all trims:
- Center arm rest between front seats
- ISOFIX installation points
- Power steering
- Spare wheel
Available with the Limited trim:
- Alloy wheels
- Bi-Xenon headlights (optional)
- Door mirrors electrically adjustable
- Extended crew cab
- Fog lights
- High-beam assist
- LED daytime running lights
- LED headlights (optional)
- Steel wheels (optional)
- Sunroof (optional)
Available across all trims:
- Crew cab
- Daytime running lights
- Four-wheel drive (optional)
- Long wheel base
- Short wheel base
- Standard roof
Available with the Limited trim:
- Brake assist system
- Collision warning system (optional)
- Collision warning system with automatic braking
- Dimming interior mirror
- Dusk sensor
- Electronic traction control
- Lane departure warning (optional)
- Overtaking sensors (optional)
- Rain sensor
- Stability control
- Tire pressure indicator (optional)
Available across all trims:
- Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
- Disc brakes
- Four-wheel drive
- Front-driver airbag
- Front-passenger airbag
- Rear-wheel drive
- Side airbag
- Side curtain airbag
Available with the Limited trim:
- 360 degree camera (optional)
- Adaptive cruise control (optional)
- Android Auto
- Apple CarPlay
- Bluetooth
- CD disc changer (optional)
- Cruise control
- Digital radio
- Front sensors
- Front view camera (optional)
- Hill start assist
- Keyless entry
- Navigation system
- Power door locks
- Rear sensors
- Rear view camera
- Side sensors (optional)
- Touchscreen
- USB port for front passengers
- Wireless charging pad/mat (optional)
Available across all trims:
- Computer
- Radio
4 engines are available with the Limited trim:
6.4 L - Gas - 410 hp
Transmission:Automatic
6.7 L - Diesel - 350 hp
Transmission:Automatic
6.7 L - Diesel - 370 hp
Transmission:Automatic
6.7 L - Diesel - 400 hp
Transmission:Automatic
Laramie trim features and specs
Available with the Laramie trim:
- 2 climate zones
- Air conditioning (automatic)
- Driver seat has lumbar support
- Electric windows
- Electrically adjustable front seats
- Front seats have lumbar support (optional)
- Heated front seats (optional)
- Heated rear seats (optional)
- Heated steering wheel
- Leather steering wheel
- Multifunction steering wheel
- Passenger seat has lumbar support (optional)
- Ventilated front seats (optional)
Available across all trims:
- Center arm rest between front seats
- ISOFIX installation points
- Power steering
- Spare wheel
Available with the Laramie trim:
- Alloy wheels (optional)
- Bi-Xenon headlights (optional)
- Door mirrors electrically adjustable
- Extended crew cab
- Fog lights (optional)
- High-beam assist (optional)
- LED daytime running lights (optional)
- LED headlights (optional)
- Steel wheels (optional)
- Sunroof (optional)
Available across all trims:
- Crew cab
- Daytime running lights
- Four-wheel drive (optional)
- Long wheel base
- Short wheel base
- Standard roof
Available with the Laramie trim:
- Brake assist system (optional)
- Collision warning system (optional)
- Collision warning system with automatic braking
- Dimming interior mirror
- Dusk sensor (optional)
- Electronic traction control (optional)
- Overtaking sensors (optional)
- Rain sensor (optional)
- Stability control (optional)
- Tire pressure indicator (optional)
Available across all trims:
- Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
- Disc brakes
- Four-wheel drive
- Front-driver airbag
- Front-passenger airbag
- Rear-wheel drive
- Side airbag
- Side curtain airbag
Available with the Laramie trim:
- 360 degree camera (optional)
- Adaptive cruise control (optional)
- Android Auto
- Apple CarPlay
- Bluetooth
- CD disc changer (optional)
- CD player (optional)
- Cruise control
- Digital radio (optional)
- Front sensors
- Front view camera (optional)
- Hill start assist (optional)
- Keyless entry (optional)
- MP3-CD player (optional)
- Navigation system (optional)
- Power door locks
- Rear sensors
- Rear view camera (optional)
- Side sensors (optional)
- Touchscreen
- USB port for front passengers
- Wireless charging pad/mat (optional)
Available across all trims:
- Computer
- Radio
6 engines are available with the Laramie trim:
5.7 L - Gas - 383 hp
Transmission:Manual
6.4 L - Gas - 410 hp
Transmission:Automatic or Manual
6.7 L - Diesel - 350 hp
Transmission:Manual or Automatic
6.7 L - Diesel - 370 hp
Transmission:Automatic
6.7 L - Diesel - 400 hp
Transmission:Automatic
6.7 L - Diesel
Transmission:Manual
Dimensions of the RAM 3500
| Year | Height from | Width from | Length from |
|---|---|---|---|
| Exact values depend on trim choices. | |||
| 2020 | 1976 mm | 1994 mm | 5892 mm |
| 2019 | 1976 mm | 1994 mm | 5892 mm |
| 2018 | 1953 mm | 2004 mm | 5852 mm |
| 2017 | 1953 mm | 2004 mm | 5852 mm |
| 2016 | 1953 mm | 2004 mm | 5852 mm |
| 2015 | 1953 mm | 2004 mm | 5852 mm |
| 2014 | 1953 mm | 2004 mm | 5852 mm |
| 2013 | 1953 mm | 2004 mm | 5852 mm |
| 2012 | 1978 mm | 2438 mm | 5867 mm |
| 2011 | 1869 mm | 2009 mm | 5867 mm |
Towing capacity of the RAM 3500
Unbraked is when the trailer being towed does not have its own braking system. Braked is when the trailer being towed has its own braking system.| Year | Unbraked | Braked |
|---|---|---|
| Exact values depend on trim choices. | ||
| 2020 | 1653 kg | 4935 − 5402 kg |
| 2019 | 1653 kg | 4935 − 5402 kg |
| 2018 | 1653 kg | 4935 − 5402 kg |
| 2017 | 1653 kg | 4935 − 5402 kg |
| 2016 | – | 5012 − 7879 kg |
| 2015 | – | 5012 − 7879 kg |
| 2014 | – | 5012 − 7879 kg |
| 2013 | – | 5067 − 7879 kg |
| 2012 | – | 5262 − 5307 kg |
| 2011 | – | 5012 − 5511 kg |