2016 RAM 1500 Tradesman specs & colors

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2016 RAM 1500 Tradesman

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Key specs

Color options

Interior

Black / Diesel Gray Interior

Packages

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

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

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  • Engine: 3.0L V6 Turbo Diesel
  • Transmission: 8-Speed Automatic (8HP70) (DFD)
  • Tradesman Package
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$735

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

Power & Remote Entry Group

$735

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  • Exterior Mirrors w/Heating Element
  • Power Windows w/Front One-Touch Down
  • Power Heated Fold-Away Mirrors
  • Black Exterior Mirrors
  • Premium Vinyl Door Trim w/Map Pocket
  • Power Locks
  • Remote Keyless Entry w/All-Secure

$560

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

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$560

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  • Front Floor Mats
  • SIRIUSXM Satellite Radio
  • 1-Year SiriusXM Radio Service
  • No Satellite Coverage w/AK/HI
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  • Call 800-643-2112
  • Carpet Floor Covering

$235

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  • Engine Block Heater
  • Winter Front Grille Cover

$380

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  • Trailer Brake Control

$595

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

Chrome Appearance Group

$595

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

Specifications

Front Wheel Size 17 X 7 in
Rear Wheel Size 17 X 7 in
Spare Wheel Size Full-Size in
Front Wheel Material Styled Steel
Rear Wheel Material Styled Steel
Spare Wheel Material Steel
Cold Cranking Amps @ 0° F (Primary) 730
Maximum Alternator Capacity (amps) 160
Engine Type Regular Unleaded V-6
Displacement 3.6 L/220
SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM 305 @ 6400
SAE Net Torque @ RPM 269 @ 4175
Engine Oil Cooler Regular Duty
EPA Fuel Economy Est - Hwy 25 MPG
Cruising Range - City 544.00 mi
EPA Fuel Economy Est - City 17 MPG
Fuel Economy Est-Combined 20 MPG
Cruising Range - Hwy 800.00 mi
Estimated Battery Range N/A mi
Drivetrain Rear Wheel Drive
Trans Type 8
Trans Description Cont. Automatic w/OD
Trans Description Cont. Again N/A
First Gear Ratio (:1) 4.71
Second Gear Ratio (:1) 3.14
Third Gear Ratio (:1) 2.11
Fourth Gear Ratio (:1) 1.67
Fifth Gear Ratio (:1) 1.28
Sixth Gear Ratio (:1) 1.00
Reverse Ratio (:1) 3.29
Trans Power Take Off N/A
Final Drive Axle Ratio (:1) N/A
Transfer Case Model None
Transfer Case Gear Ratio (:1), High N/A
Transfer Case Gear Ratio (:1), Low N/A
Transfer Case Power Take Off No
Seventh Gear Ratio (:1) 0.84
Eighth Gear Ratio (:1) 0.67
Suspension Type - Front Short And Long Arm
Suspension Type - Rear Multi-Link
Axle Type - Front Independent
Axle Type - Rear Rigid Axle
Frame Type N/A
Brake Type 4-Wheel Disc
Brake ABS System 4-Wheel
Brake ABS System (Second Line) 4-Wheel
Disc - Front (Yes or ) Yes
Disc - Rear (Yes or ) Yes
Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness 13.2 in
Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness 13.8 in
Drum - Rear (Yes or ) N/A
Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx 32 gal
Aux Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx N/A gal
Steering Type Rack-Pinion
Steering Ratio (:1), Overall N/A
Turning Diameter - Curb to Curb 45.1 ft
Turning Diameter - Wall to Wall N/A ft
Front Tire Size P265/70SR17
Rear Tire Size P265/70SR17
Spare Tire Size Full-Size
Dead Weight Hitch - Max Trailer Wt. 4840 lbs
Dead Weight Hitch - Max Tongue Wt. 484 lbs
Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Trailer Wt. 4840 lbs
Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Tongue Wt. 484 lbs
Fifth Wheel Hitch - Max Trailer Wt. N/A lbs
Fifth Wheel Hitch - Max Tongue Wt. N/A lbs
Maximum Trailering Capacity 4840 lbs
Base Curb Weight 4702 lbs
Curb Weight - Front 2654 lbs
Curb Weight - Rear 2048 lbs
Option Weight - Front 0.00 lbs
Option Weight - Rear 0.00 lbs
As Spec'd Curb Weight 4702.00 lbs
As Spec'd Payload 1898.00 lbs
Maximum Payload Capacity 1898.00 lbs
Gross Combined Wt Rating 9850 lbs
Gross Axle Weight Rating 7600.00 lbs
Curb Weight 4702.00 lbs
Total Option Weight 0.00 lbs
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating 6600.00 lbs
Passenger Capacity 3
Front Head Room 39.9 in
Front Leg Room 41 in
Front Shoulder Room 66 in
Front Hip Room 62.9 in
Second Head Room N/A in
Second Leg Room N/A in
Second Shoulder Room N/A in
Second Hip Room N/A in
Wheelbase 140 in
Length, Overall w/o rear bumper N/A in
Length, Overall w/rear bumper N/A in
Length, Overall 231 in
Width, Max w/o mirrors 79.4 in
Height, Overall 74.4 in
Overhang, Front N/A in
Overhang, Rear w/o bumper 50.4 in
Cab to End of Frame N/A in
Ground to Top of Load Floor 34.6 in
Ground Clearance, Front 8.7 in
Ground Clearance, Rear 8.7 in
Cargo Box Length @ Floor 98.3 in
Cargo Box Width @ Top, Rear 66.4 in
Cargo Box Width @ Floor 66.4 in
Cargo Box Width @ Wheelhousings 51 in
Cargo Box (Area) Height 20.2 in
Tailgate Width 60.4 in
Cargo Volume 74.7 ft³
Ext'd Cab Cargo Volume N/A ft³
6 Speakers Standard
Fixed Antenna Standard
Media Hub (USB, AUX) Standard
Radio w/Seek-Scan, Clock, Aux Audio Input Jack and Radio Data System Standard
Radio: 3.0 Standard
Black Side Windows Trim and Black Front Windshield Trim Standard
Light Tinted Glass Standard
Galvanized Steel/Aluminum Panels Standard
Black Rear Step Bumper Standard
Black Door Handles Standard
Regular Box Style Standard
Steel Spare Wheel Standard
Cargo Lamp w/High Mount Stop Light Standard
Manual Tailgate/Rear Door Lock Standard
Black Front Bumper w/Black Rub Strip/Fascia Accent Standard
Tailgate Rear Cargo Access Standard
Full-Size Spare Tire Stored Underbody w/Crankdown Standard
Active Grille Shutters Standard
Auto On/Off Reflector Halogen Headlamps w/Delay-Off Standard
Front License Plate Bracket Standard
Fixed Rear Window Standard
Goodyear Brand Tires Standard
Black Manual Side Mirrors w/Manual Folding Standard
Tires: P265/70R17 BSW AS (STD) Standard
Variable Intermittent Wipers Standard
Wheels: 17" x 7" Steel (STD) Standard
Spray-In Bed Liner Standard
Black Grille Standard
Manual Air Conditioning Standard
Pickup Cargo Box Lights Standard
Front Cupholder Standard
Interior Trim -inc: Deluxe Sound Insulation, Metal-Look Instrument Panel Insert and Chrome/Metal-Look Interior Accents Standard
Urethane Gear Shifter Material Standard
Full Cloth Headliner Standard
Manual 1st Row Windows Standard
4-Way Passenger Seat -inc: Manual Recline and Fore/Aft Movement Standard
Fade-To-Off Interior Lighting Standard
Day-Night Rearview Mirror Standard
Analog Appearance Standard
Sentry Key Immobilizer Standard
40/20/40 Split Bench Seat Standard
Heavy Duty Vinyl 40/20/40 Split Bench Seat Standard
Manual Tilt Steering Column Standard
Full Vinyl/Rubber Floor Covering Standard
Gauges -inc: Speedometer, Odometer, Voltmeter, Oil Pressure, Engine Coolant Temp, Tachometer, Oil Temperature, Transmission Fluid Temp, Engine Hour Meter and Trip Odometer Standard
Cruise Control w/Steering Wheel Controls Standard
Driver Information Center Standard
Manual Adjustable Front Head Restraints Standard
2 12V DC Power Outlets Standard
Electronic Shift Standard
4-Way Driver Seat -inc: Manual Recline and Fore/Aft Movement Standard
Instrument Panel Bin, Dashboard Storage, Driver And Passenger Door Bins Standard
Front Armrest w/3 Cupholders Standard
Transmission: 8-Speed Automatic (845RE) (STD) Standard
4-Wheel Disc Brakes w/4-Wheel ABS, Front Vented Discs, Brake Assist and Hill Hold Control Standard
Class IV Towing Equipment -inc: Hitch and Trailer Sway Control Standard
Rear-Wheel Drive Standard
Trailer Wiring Harness Standard
32 Gal. Fuel Tank Standard
Single Stainless Steel Exhaust Standard
Transmission w/Driver Selectable Mode, Sequential Shift Control w/Steering Wheel Controls and Oil Cooler Standard
Electric Power-Assist Steering Standard
1900# Maximum Payload Standard
Short And Long Arm Front Suspension w/Coil Springs Standard
Engine: 3.6L V6 24V VVT -inc: Flex fuel capable (STD) Standard
160 Amp Alternator Standard
Front Anti-Roll Bar Standard
GVWR: 6,600 lbs Standard
3.21 Rear Axle Ratio (STD) Standard
HD Shock Absorbers Standard
Solid Axle Rear Suspension w/Coil Springs Standard
Engine Oil Cooler Standard
730CCA Maintenance-Free Battery Standard
ABS And Driveline Traction Control Standard
Tire Specific Low Tire Pressure Warning Standard
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) Standard
Outboard Front Lap And Shoulder Safety Belts -inc: Height Adjusters and Pretensioners Standard
Airbag Occupancy Sensor Standard
Dual Stage Driver And Passenger Seat-Mounted Side Airbags Standard
Dual Stage Driver And Passenger Front Airbags Standard
Side Impact Beams Standard
Curtain 1st Row Airbags Standard

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