2016 RAM 2500 Tradesman specs & colors

Regular Cab Pickup

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$31,780
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Key specs

Color options

Interior

Black / Diesel Gray Interior

Diesel Gray / Black

Packages

$545

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  • Front Floor Mats
  • SiriusXM Satellite Radio
  • 1-Yr SiriusXM Radio Service

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$545

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  • Front Floor Mats
  • SiriusXM Satellite Radio
  • 1-Yr SiriusXM Radio Service
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  • Carpet Floor Covering

$0

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  • Engine: 5.7L V8 HEMI CNG
  • Transmission: 6-Speed Automatic (66RFE)

$150

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  • 3 Reflecting Triangles
  • Spare Fuses
  • DOT Fire Extinguisher

DOT Certified Roadside Safety Kit

$150

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  • 3 Reflecting Triangles
  • Spare Fuses
  • DOT Fire Extinguisher
  • 2 Red Vinyl Flags
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$735

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  • Exterior Mirrors w/Heating Element
  • Power Windows w/Front 1-Touch Down
  • Fold-Away Power Heated Mirrors

Power & Remote Entry Group

$735

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  • Exterior Mirrors w/Heating Element
  • Power Windows w/Front 1-Touch Down
  • Fold-Away Power Heated Mirrors
  • Black Exterior Mirrors
  • Premium Vinyl Door Trim w/Map Pocket
  • Power Locks
  • Remote Keyless Entry

$0

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  • Engine: 5.7L V8 HEMI VVT
  • Transmission: 6-Speed Automatic (66RFE)

$0

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  • Engine: 6.7L I6 Cummins Turbo Diesel
  • Transmission: 6-Speed Automatic (68RFE)

$0

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  • Engine: 6.7L I6 Cummins Turbo Diesel
  • Transmission: 6-Speed Manual (G56)

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  • Engine: 6.4L HD V8 HEMI w/MDS
  • Transmission: 6-Speed Automatic (66RFE)

$95

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  • Engine Block Heater
  • Winter Front Grille Cover

$895

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  • Bright Rear Bumper
  • Bright Grille
  • 18" Steel Spare Wheel

Chrome Appearance Group

$895

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  • Bright Rear Bumper
  • Bright Grille
  • 18" Steel Spare Wheel
  • Wheels: 18" x 8.0" Steel Chrome Clad
  • Tires: LT275/70R18E BSW AS
  • Bright Front Bumper

$60

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  • Cigar Lighter
  • Removable Ash Tray

Specifications

Rear Wheel Material Styled Steel
Front Wheel Material Styled Steel
Front Wheel Size 17 X 7.5 in
Spare Wheel Size Full-Size in
Spare Wheel Material Steel
Rear Wheel Size 17 X 7.5 in

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

SAE Net Torque @ RPM 400 @ 4000
Engine Type Regular Unleaded V-8
Displacement 5.7 L/345
SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM 383 @ 5600
Engine Oil Cooler None

EPA Fuel Economy Est - City N/A MPG
Estimated Battery Range N/A mi
Cruising Range - City N/A mi
Fuel Economy Est-Combined N/A MPG
Cruising Range - Hwy N/A mi
EPA Fuel Economy Est - Hwy N/A MPG

Transfer Case Power Take Off No
Reverse Ratio (:1) 4.44
Trans Type 6
Fourth Gear Ratio (:1) 1.00
Trans Description Cont. Again N/A
Transfer Case Gear Ratio (:1), High N/A
First Gear Ratio (:1) 3.23
Final Drive Axle Ratio (:1) N/A
Trans Power Take Off N/A
Transfer Case Model None
Sixth Gear Ratio (:1) 0.62
Second Gear Ratio (:1) 1.84
Trans Description Cont. Automatic w/OD
Fifth Gear Ratio (:1) 0.82
Third Gear Ratio (:1) 1.41
Transfer Case Gear Ratio (:1), Low N/A
Drivetrain Rear Wheel Drive

Axle Type - Front Non-Independent
Suspension Type - Front Multi-Link
Suspension Type - Rear Multi-Link
Axle Type - Rear Rigid Axle

Frame Type N/A

Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness 14.1 in
Drum - Rear (Yes or ) N/A
Disc - Rear (Yes or ) Yes
Disc - Front (Yes or ) Yes
Brake ABS System 4-Wheel
Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness 14.2 in
Brake Type 4-Wheel Disc
Brake ABS System (Second Line) 4-Wheel

Aux Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx N/A gal
Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx 32 gal

Turning Diameter - Curb to Curb 45 ft
Turning Diameter - Wall to Wall N/A ft
Steering Ratio (:1), Overall N/A
Steering Type Rack-Pinion

Front Tire Size LT245/70SR17
Rear Tire Size LT245/70SR17
Spare Tire Size Full-Size

Fifth Wheel Hitch - Max Trailer Wt. N/A lbs
Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Tongue Wt. 1189 lbs
Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Trailer Wt. 11890 lbs
Dead Weight Hitch - Max Trailer Wt. 5000 lbs
Dead Weight Hitch - Max Tongue Wt. 500 lbs
Maximum Trailering Capacity 11890 lbs
Fifth Wheel Hitch - Max Tongue Wt. N/A lbs

Option Weight - Front 0.00 lbs
As Spec'd Payload 3059.00 lbs
Option Weight - Rear 0.00 lbs
Base Curb Weight 5940 lbs
Gross Combined Wt Rating 18300 lbs
Gross Axle Weight Rating 11000.00 lbs
As Spec'd Curb Weight 5941.00 lbs
Total Option Weight 0.00 lbs
Curb Weight 5941.00 lbs
Curb Weight - Rear 2582 lbs
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating 9000.00 lbs
Maximum Payload Capacity 3059.00 lbs
Curb Weight - Front 3359 lbs

Wheelbase 140.5 in
Height, Overall 76.2 in
Cargo Volume 74.7 ft³
Length, Overall w/o rear bumper N/A in
Passenger Capacity 3
Ground Clearance, Rear 6.1 in
Front Hip Room 62.9 in
Second Hip Room N/A in
Length, Overall w/rear bumper N/A in
Overhang, Rear w/o bumper 50.4 in
Cargo Box Width @ Top, Rear 66.4 in
Cargo Box Length @ Floor 98.3 in
Ground to Top of Load Floor 36.5 in
Second Shoulder Room N/A in
Second Leg Room N/A in
Cargo Box Width @ Floor 66.4 in
Front Head Room 39.9 in
Cab to End of Frame N/A in
Second Head Room N/A in
Cargo Box (Area) Height 20.2 in
Front Leg Room 41 in
Overhang, Front 40 in
Front Shoulder Room 66 in
Width, Max w/o mirrors 79.4 in
Length, Overall 230.4 in
Cargo Box Width @ Wheelhousings 51 in
Tailgate Width N/A in
Ground Clearance, Front 6.1 in
Ext'd Cab Cargo Volume N/A ft³

Radio: 3.0 Standard
6 Speakers Standard
Radio w/Seek-Scan, Clock and Radio Data System Standard
Media Hub (2 USB, AUX) Standard
Fixed Antenna Standard

Firestone Brand Tires Standard
Fixed Rear Window Standard
Light Tinted Glass Standard
Cargo Lamp w/High Mount Stop Light Standard
Regular Box Style Standard
Black Door Handles Standard
Manual Tailgate/Rear Door Lock Standard
Variable Intermittent Wipers Standard
Tailgate Rear Cargo Access Standard
Black Front Bumper Standard
Next Generation Engine Controller Standard
Black Side Windows Trim and Black Front Windshield Trim Standard
Steel Spare Wheel Standard
Black Rear Step Bumper Standard
Fully Galvanized Steel Panels Standard
Tires: LT245/70R17E BSW AS (STD) Standard
Black Manual Side Mirrors w/Manual Folding Standard
Auto On/Off Aero-Composite Halogen Headlamps w/Delay-Off Standard
Wheels: 17" x 7.5" Steel Styled (STD) Standard
Front License Plate Bracket Standard
Black Grille Standard
Full-Size Spare Tire Stored Underbody w/Crankdown Standard

40/20/40 Split Bench Seat Standard
Analog Appearance Standard
Driver Seat Standard
Manual Adjust Seats Standard
Full Vinyl/Rubber Floor Covering Standard
Driver Information Center 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 Adjustable Front Head Restraints Standard
Passenger Seat Standard
Manual Air Conditioning Standard
Front Armrest w/Cupholders Standard
Manual 1st Row Windows Standard
Fade-To-Off Interior Lighting Standard
Cruise Control w/Steering Wheel Controls Standard
Heavy Duty Vinyl 40/20/40 Split Bench Seat Standard
Pickup Cargo Box Lights Standard
Day-Night Rearview Mirror Standard
Immobilizer Standard
Manual Tilt Steering Column Standard
Electronically Controlled Throttle Standard
Interior Trim -inc: Metal-Look Instrument Panel Insert and Chrome/Metal-Look Interior Accents Standard
2 12V DC Power Outlets Standard
Full Cloth Headliner Standard
Instrument Panel Bin, Dashboard Storage, Driver And Passenger Door Bins Standard
Urethane Gear Shifter Material Standard

Rear-Wheel Drive Standard
HD Suspension Standard
Trailer Wiring Harness Standard
Transmission Oil Cooler Standard
730CCA Maintenance-Free Battery w/Run Down Protection Standard
3060# Maximum Payload Standard
Multi-Link Front Suspension w/Coil Springs Standard
Single Stainless Steel Exhaust Standard
Transmission: 6-Speed Automatic (66RFE) (STD) Standard
Solid Axle Rear Suspension w/Coil Springs Standard
3.73 Rear Axle Ratio (STD) Standard
4-Wheel Disc Brakes w/4-Wheel ABS, Front And Rear Vented Discs, Brake Assist and Hill Hold Control Standard
32 Gal. Fuel Tank Standard
HD Shock Absorbers Standard
Front Anti-Roll Bar Standard
Engine: 5.7L V8 HEMI VVT (STD) Standard
GVWR: 9,000 lbs (STD) Standard
Transmission w/Driver Selectable Mode and Sequential Shift Control Standard
160 Amp Alternator Standard
Hydraulic Power-Assist Steering Standard
Front Bumper Sight Shields Standard
Class V Towing Equipment -inc: Hitch and Trailer Sway Control Standard

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

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