2016 RAM 1500 Tradesman specs & colors

Regular Cab Pickup

Change trim

MSRP

2WD Reg Cab 120.5" Express $26,145
2WD Reg Cab 120.5" Tradesman $26,145
2WD Reg Cab 140.5" Tradesman $26,145
2WD Quad Cab 140.5" Tradesman $30,380
2WD Quad Cab 140.5" Express $30,380
4WD Reg Cab 120.5" Tradesman $30,615
4WD Reg Cab 120.5" Express $30,615
4WD Reg Cab 140.5" Tradesman $30,615
2WD Reg Cab 120.5" HFE $30,805
2WD Reg Cab 120.5" Lone Star $31,495
2WD Reg Cab 120.5" Big Horn $31,495
2WD Reg Cab 120.5" SLT $31,495
2WD Reg Cab 140.5" Lone Star $31,795
2WD Reg Cab 140.5" Big Horn $31,795
2WD Reg Cab 140.5" SLT $31,795
2WD Crew Cab 140.5" Express $32,960
2WD Crew Cab 140.5" Tradesman $32,960
2WD Crew Cab 149" Tradesman $33,570
4WD Quad Cab 140.5" Tradesman $34,085
4WD Quad Cab 140.5" Express $34,085
2WD Quad Cab 140.5" SLT $35,000
2WD Quad Cab 140.5" Outdoorsman *Ltd Avail* $35,000
2WD Quad Cab 140.5" Lone Star $35,000
2WD Quad Cab 140.5" Big Horn $35,000
4WD Reg Cab 120.5" Lone Star $35,775
4WD Reg Cab 120.5" Big Horn $35,775
4WD Reg Cab 120.5" SLT $35,775
2WD Reg Cab 120.5" Sport $35,985
4WD Reg Cab 140.5" Lone Star $36,075
4WD Reg Cab 140.5" Big Horn $36,075
4WD Reg Cab 140.5" SLT $36,075
4WD Crew Cab 140.5" Tradesman $36,540
4WD Crew Cab 140.5" Express $36,540
4WD Crew Cab 149" Tradesman $37,150
2WD Crew Cab 140.5" SLT $37,380
2WD Crew Cab 140.5" Lone Star $37,380
2WD Crew Cab 140.5" Big Horn $37,380
2WD Quad Cab 140.5" HFE Express $37,685
2WD Quad Cab 140.5" HFE Tradesman $37,685
4WD Quad Cab 140.5" SLT $38,705
4WD Quad Cab 140.5" Outdoorsman $38,705
4WD Quad Cab 140.5" Lone Star $38,705
4WD Quad Cab 140.5" Big Horn $38,705
2WD Crew Cab 149" SLT $39,330
2WD Crew Cab 149" Lone Star $39,330
2WD Crew Cab 149" Big Horn $39,330
2WD Quad Cab 140.5" Sport $39,370
4WD Reg Cab 120.5" Sport $39,615
2WD Quad Cab 140.5" Laramie $39,655
4WD Crew Cab 140.5" SLT $40,960
4WD Crew Cab 140.5" Outdoorsman $40,960
4WD Crew Cab 140.5" Lone Star $40,960
4WD Crew Cab 140.5" Big Horn $40,960
2WD Crew Cab 140.5" Sport $41,550
2WD Crew Cab 140.5" Laramie $41,610
2WD Crew Cab 149" Sport $41,850
4WD Crew Cab 149" SLT $42,910
4WD Crew Cab 149" Outdoorsman $42,910
4WD Crew Cab 149" Lone Star $42,910
4WD Crew Cab 149" Big Horn $42,910
4WD Quad Cab 140.5" Sport $42,950
4WD Quad Cab 140.5" Laramie $43,235
2WD Crew Cab 140.5" Rebel $43,270
2WD Crew Cab 149" Laramie $43,560
4WD Crew Cab 140.5" Sport $45,130
4WD Crew Cab 140.5" Laramie $45,190
4WD Crew Cab 140.5" Rebel $45,200
4WD Crew Cab 149" Sport $45,430
4WD Crew Cab 149" Laramie $47,140
2WD Crew Cab 140.5" Longhorn $48,785
2WD Crew Cab 140.5" Longhorn Limited $48,785
2WD Crew Cab 149" Longhorn $49,085
2WD Crew Cab 149" Longhorn Limited $49,085
4WD Crew Cab 140.5" Longhorn $52,365
4WD Crew Cab 140.5" Longhorn Limited $52,365
4WD Crew Cab 149" Longhorn Limited $52,665
4WD Crew Cab 149" Longhorn $52,665

Change trim

$26,145

Starting MSRP
Current listing price

Showing the 2016 RAM 1500 2WD Reg Cab 120.5" Tradesman

Shop Now

Color options

Exterior

Interior

Black / Diesel Gray Interior

Packages

Trailer Tow Mirrors & Brake Group

$380

Starting MSRP

Trailer Brake Control
Add Class IV Receiver Hitch

Quick Order Package 26B Tradesman

$0

Starting MSRP

Engine: 5.7L V8 HEMI MDS VVT
Transmission: 8-Speed Automatic (8HP70)
Tradesman Package

Chrome Appearance Group

$595

Starting MSRP

Bright Rear Bumper
Bright Grille
Wheels: 17" x 7" Aluminum

See all packages

Popular Equipment Group

$560

Starting MSRP

Front Floor Mats
SIRIUSXM Satellite Radio
1-Year SiriusXM Radio Service

Quick Order Package 22B Tradesman

$0

Starting MSRP

Engine: 3.6L V6 24V VVT
Transmission: 8-Speed Automatic (845RE)
Tradesman Package

Power & Remote Entry Group

$735

Starting MSRP

Exterior Mirrors w/Heating Element
Power Windows w/Front One-Touch Down
Power Heated Fold-Away Mirrors

Specifications

Spare Wheel Material	Steel
Spare Wheel Size	Full-Size in
Front Wheel Material	Styled Steel
Rear Wheel Material	Styled Steel
Rear Wheel Size	17 X 7 in
Front Wheel Size	17 X 7 in

Cruising Range - Hwy	650.00 mi
EPA Fuel Economy Est - City	17 MPG
Estimated Battery Range	N/A mi
Cruising Range - City	442.00 mi
EPA Fuel Economy Est - Hwy	25 MPG
Fuel Economy Est-Combined	20 MPG

Trans Description Cont. Again	N/A
Trans Type	8
Trans Description Cont.	Automatic w/OD
Transfer Case Gear Ratio (:1), High	N/A
Second Gear Ratio (:1)	3.14
Transfer Case Power Take Off	No
Third Gear Ratio (:1)	2.11
Eighth Gear Ratio (:1)	0.67
Seventh Gear Ratio (:1)	0.84
Drivetrain	Rear Wheel Drive
Trans Power Take Off	N/A
Final Drive Axle Ratio (:1)	N/A
Sixth Gear Ratio (:1)	1.00
Reverse Ratio (:1)	3.29
Transfer Case Gear Ratio (:1), Low	N/A
Fifth Gear Ratio (:1)	1.28
Transfer Case Model	None
First Gear Ratio (:1)	4.71
Fourth Gear Ratio (:1)	1.67

Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness	13.8 in
Drum - Rear (Yes or )	N/A
Brake ABS System (Second Line)	4-Wheel
Disc - Front (Yes or )	Yes
Brake Type	4-Wheel Disc
Brake ABS System	4-Wheel
Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness	13.2 in
Disc - Rear (Yes or )	Yes

Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Trailer Wt.	4970 lbs
Maximum Trailering Capacity	4970 lbs
Dead Weight Hitch - Max Trailer Wt.	4970 lbs
Fifth Wheel Hitch - Max Trailer Wt.	N/A lbs
Fifth Wheel Hitch - Max Tongue Wt.	N/A lbs
Dead Weight Hitch - Max Tongue Wt.	497 lbs
Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Tongue Wt.	497 lbs

As Spec'd Curb Weight	4515.00 lbs
Option Weight - Rear	0.00 lbs
Curb Weight - Rear	2023 lbs
Maximum Payload Capacity	1510.00 lbs
Curb Weight - Front	2492 lbs
Total Option Weight	0.00 lbs
Gross Axle Weight Rating	7600.00 lbs
Option Weight - Front	0.00 lbs
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating	6025.00 lbs
Gross Combined Wt Rating	9850 lbs
Curb Weight	4515.00 lbs
Base Curb Weight	4516 lbs
As Spec'd Payload	1510.00 lbs

Height, Overall	74.6 in
Length, Overall w/rear bumper	N/A in
Width, Max w/o mirrors	79.4 in
Length, Overall w/o rear bumper	N/A in
Front Hip Room	62.9 in
Front Shoulder Room	66 in
Second Head Room	N/A in
Ground Clearance, Rear	8.7 in
Overhang, Rear w/o bumper	48.4 in
Wheelbase	120 in
Cargo Box (Area) Height	20.1 in
Ground Clearance, Front	8.7 in
Cargo Box Length @ Floor	76.3 in
Front Leg Room	41 in
Cargo Box Width @ Wheelhousings	51 in
Overhang, Front	N/A in
Passenger Capacity	3
Front Head Room	39.9 in
Cargo Box Width @ Top, Rear	66.4 in
Second Leg Room	N/A in
Length, Overall	209 in
Cab to End of Frame	N/A in
Cargo Volume	57.5 ft³
Second Shoulder Room	N/A in
Cargo Box Width @ Floor	66.4 in
Tailgate Width	60.4 in
Ext'd Cab Cargo Volume	N/A ft³
Ground to Top of Load Floor	34.8 in
Second Hip Room	N/A in

Black Front Bumper w/Black Rub Strip/Fascia Accent	Standard
Galvanized Steel/Aluminum Panels	Standard
Tires: P265/70R17 BSW AS (STD)	Standard
Full-Size Spare Tire Stored Underbody w/Crankdown	Standard
Wheels: 17" x 7" Steel (STD)	Standard
Regular Box Style	Standard
Auto On/Off Aero-Composite Halogen Headlamps w/Delay-Off	Standard
Goodyear Brand Tires	Standard
Black Manual Side Mirrors w/Manual Folding	Standard
Manual Tailgate/Rear Door Lock	Standard
Steel Spare Wheel	Standard
Tailgate Rear Cargo Access	Standard
Black Side Windows Trim and Black Front Windshield Trim	Standard
Black Door Handles	Standard
Fixed Rear Window	Standard
Cargo Lamp w/High Mount Stop Light	Standard
Light Tinted Glass	Standard
Variable Intermittent Wipers	Standard
Front License Plate Bracket	Standard
Spray-In Bed Liner	Standard
Black Grille	Standard
Active Grille Shutters	Standard
Black Rear Step Bumper	Standard

Heavy Duty Vinyl 40/20/40 Split Bench Seat	Standard
Full Cloth Headliner	Standard
Sentry Key Immobilizer	Standard
Fade-To-Off Interior Lighting	Standard
Analog Appearance	Standard
Interior Trim -inc: Deluxe Sound Insulation, Metal-Look Instrument Panel Insert and Chrome/Metal-Look Interior Accents	Standard
Day-Night Rearview Mirror	Standard
Electronic Shift	Standard
Instrument Panel Bin, Dashboard Storage, Driver And Passenger Door Bins	Standard
Manual Air Conditioning	Standard
Gauges -inc: Speedometer, Odometer, Voltmeter, Oil Pressure, Engine Coolant Temp, Tachometer, Oil Temperature, Transmission Fluid Temp, Engine Hour Meter and Trip Odometer	Standard
Manual Tilt Steering Column	Standard
Pickup Cargo Box Lights	Standard
Front Armrest w/3 Cupholders	Standard
Urethane Gear Shifter Material	Standard
Full Vinyl/Rubber Floor Covering	Standard
Driver Information Center	Standard
4-Way Passenger Seat -inc: Manual Recline and Fore/Aft Movement	Standard
Manual 1st Row Windows	Standard
Manual Adjustable Front Head Restraints	Standard
40/20/40 Split Bench Seat	Standard
4-Way Driver Seat -inc: Manual Recline and Fore/Aft Movement	Standard
2 12V DC Power Outlets	Standard
Cruise Control w/Steering Wheel Controls	Standard

4-Wheel Disc Brakes w/4-Wheel ABS, Front Vented Discs, Brake Assist and Hill Hold Control	Standard
Rear-Wheel Drive	Standard
HD Shock Absorbers	Standard
730CCA Maintenance-Free Battery	Standard
26 Gal. Fuel Tank	Standard
Class IV Towing Equipment -inc: Hitch and Trailer Sway Control	Standard
160 Amp Alternator	Standard
1510# Maximum Payload	Standard
Front And Rear Anti-Roll Bars	Standard
Solid Axle Rear Suspension w/Coil Springs	Standard
Engine Oil Cooler	Standard
3.21 Rear Axle Ratio (STD)	Standard
Transmission: 8-Speed Automatic (845RE) (STD)	Standard
Single Stainless Steel Exhaust	Standard
Engine: 3.6L V6 24V VVT -inc: Flex fuel capable (STD)	Standard
Electric Power-Assist Steering	Standard
Transmission w/Driver Selectable Mode and Oil Cooler	Standard
Short And Long Arm Front Suspension w/Coil Springs	Standard
Trailer Wiring Harness	Standard
GVWR: 6,025 lbs	Standard

Outboard Front Lap And Shoulder Safety Belts -inc: Height Adjusters and Pretensioners	Standard
Dual Stage Driver And Passenger Seat-Mounted Side Airbags	Standard
Curtain 1st Row Airbags	Standard
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)	Standard
Side Impact Beams	Standard
Tire Specific Low Tire Pressure Warning	Standard
Dual Stage Driver And Passenger Front Airbags	Standard
Airbag Occupancy Sensor	Standard
ABS And Driveline Traction Control	Standard

Compare trims

Wondering which trim is right for you?

Our 2016 RAM 1500 trim comparison will help you decide.

SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM	305 @ 6400
Displacement	3.6 L/220
Engine Oil Cooler	Regular Duty
Engine Type	Regular Unleaded V-6
SAE Net Torque @ RPM	269 @ 4175

Axle Type - Front	Independent
Axle Type - Rear	Rigid Axle
Suspension Type - Front	Short And Long Arm
Suspension Type - Rear	Multi-Link

Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx	26 gal
Aux Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx	N/A gal

Steering Ratio (:1), Overall	N/A
Turning Diameter - Wall to Wall	N/A ft
Turning Diameter - Curb to Curb	39.5 ft
Steering Type	Rack-Pinion

Rear Tire Size	P265/70SR17
Spare Tire Size	Full-Size
Front Tire Size	P265/70SR17

Maximum Alternator Capacity (amps)	160
Cold Cranking Amps @ 0° F (Primary)	730

Media Hub (USB, AUX)	Standard
6 Speakers	Standard
Fixed Antenna	Standard
Radio: 3.0	Standard
Radio w/Seek-Scan, Clock, Aux Audio Input Jack and Radio Data System	Standard

2016 RAM 1500 Tradesman specs & colors

Regular Cab Pickup

Key specs

Color options

Packages

Specifications

Wheels

Electrical

Engine

Mileage

Transmission

Suspension

Frame

Brakes

Fuel Tank

Steering

Tires

Trailering

Weight Information

Dimensions

Entertainment

Exterior

Interior

Mechanical

Safety

Compare trims