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2018 RAM 2500 Tradesman specs & colors

MSRP
Tradesman 4x2 Reg Cab 8' Box
$33,045
Tradesman 4x4 Reg Cab 8' Box
$35,845
Tradesman 4x2 Crew Cab 6'4" Box
$36,645
Tradesman 4x2 Crew Cab 8' Box
$36,845
SLT 4x2 Reg Cab 8' Box
$37,395
Tradesman 4x4 Crew Cab 6'4" Box
$39,445
Tradesman 4x4 Crew Cab 8' Box
$39,645
SLT 4x4 Reg Cab 8' Box
$40,195
SLT 4x2 Crew Cab 6'4" Box
$41,895
Big Horn 4x2 Crew Cab 6'4" Box
$41,895
Lone Star 4x2 Crew Cab 6'4" Box
$41,895
Big Horn 4x2 Crew Cab 8' Box
$42,095
Lone Star 4x2 Crew Cab 8' Box
$42,095
SLT 4x2 Crew Cab 8' Box
$42,095
Big Horn 4x2 Mega Cab 6'4" Box
$43,395
SLT 4x2 Mega Cab 6'4" Box
$43,395
Lone Star 4x2 Mega Cab 6'4" Box
$43,395
Lone Star 4x4 Crew Cab 6'4" Box
$44,695
SLT 4x4 Crew Cab 6'4" Box
$44,695
Big Horn 4x4 Crew Cab 6'4" Box
$44,695
SLT 4x4 Crew Cab 8' Box
$44,895
Lone Star 4x4 Crew Cab 8' Box
$44,895
Big Horn 4x4 Crew Cab 8' Box
$44,895
SLT 4x4 Mega Cab 6'4" Box
$46,195
Lone Star 4x4 Mega Cab 6'4" Box
$46,195
Big Horn 4x4 Mega Cab 6'4" Box
$46,195
Laramie 4x2 Crew Cab 6'4" Box
$48,445
Laramie 4x2 Crew Cab 8' Box
$48,645
Laramie 4x2 Mega Cab 6'4" Box
$49,945
Laramie 4x4 Crew Cab 6'4" Box
$51,645
Laramie 4x4 Crew Cab 8' Box
$51,845
Power Wagon 4x4 Crew Cab 6'4" Box
$52,845
Laramie 4x4 Mega Cab 6'4" Box
$53,145
Laramie Longhorn 4x2 Crew Cab 6'4" Box
$54,945
Limited 4x2 Crew Cab 6'4" Box
$54,945
Laramie Longhorn 4x2 Crew Cab 8' Box
$55,145
Limited 4x2 Crew Cab 8' Box
$55,145
Longhorn 4x2 Mega Cab 6'4" Box
$56,445
Limited 4x2 Mega Cab 6'4" Box
$56,445
Longhorn 4x4 Crew Cab 6'4" Box
$58,145
Limited 4x4 Crew Cab 6'4" Box
$58,145
Longhorn 4x4 Crew Cab 8' Box
$58,345
Limited 4x4 Crew Cab 8' Box
$58,345
Limited 4x4 Mega Cab 6'4" Box
$59,645
Longhorn 4x4 Mega Cab 6'4" Box
$59,645
$36,645
Starting MSRP
Current listing price
2018 RAM 2500 Tradesman

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Key specs

  • 4-door
  • 6 seats
  • 383.0-hp, 5.7-liter, 8 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 0 combined MPG
  • 230.4" length, 77.3" height
  • Rear Wheel Drive

Color options

Exterior

Case Construction Yellow

Interior
Black / Diesel Gray Interior
Diesel Gray / Black

Packages

  • Quick Order Package 2EA Tradesman

    $0

    Starting MSRP

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

    $695

    Starting MSRP

    • SiriusXM Satellite Radio
    • 1-Yr SiriusXM Radio Service
    • For More Info
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    • SiriusXM Satellite Radio
    • 1-Yr SiriusXM Radio Service
    • For More Info
    • Call 800-643-2112
    • Carpet Floor Covering
    • Front & Rear Floor Mats
    • Remote Keyless Entry
  • Quick Order Package 26A Tradesman

    $0

    Starting MSRP

    • Engine: 5.7L V8 HEMI VVT
    • Transmission: 6-Speed Automatic (66RFE)
    • Front Armrest w/Cupholders
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    • Engine: 5.7L V8 HEMI VVT
    • Transmission: 6-Speed Automatic (66RFE)
    • Front Armrest w/Cupholders
    • Storage Tray
  • Quick Order Package 22A Tradesman

    $0

    Starting MSRP

    • Engine: 6.4L Heavy Duty V8 HEMI w/MDS
    • Transmission: 6-Speed Automatic (66RFE)
    • Front Armrest w/Cupholders
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    • Engine: 6.4L Heavy Duty V8 HEMI w/MDS
    • Transmission: 6-Speed Automatic (66RFE)
    • Front Armrest w/Cupholders
    • Storage Tray
  • Chrome Appearance Group

    $895

    Starting MSRP

    • Bright Rear Bumper
    • Bright Grille
    • 18" Steel Spare Wheel
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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
  • Quick Order Package 2FA Tradesman

    $0

    Starting MSRP

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

    $145

    Starting MSRP

    • Engine Block Heater
    • Winter Front Grille Cover

Specifications

Highlights

Engine Type
Regular Gasoline V-8
MPG
-
Horsepower
350 hp
410 hp
383 hp
Seating Capacity
6

Brakes

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

Electrical

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

Engine

SAE Net Torque @ RPM
400 @ 4000
SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM
383 @ 5600
Displacement
5.7 L/345
Engine Type
Regular Gasoline V-8
Transmission Options
6-Speed A/T
M/T
6-Speed M/T
A/T
Transmission w/Dual Shift Mode
MPG
-
Total Cooling System Capacity
N/A

Measurements

Cargo Box Length @ Floor
76 in
Ground Clearance, Rear
6 in
Ground Clearance, Front
6 in
Ground to Top of Load Floor
36 in
Cab to End of Frame
N/A
Overhang, Rear w/o bumper
48 in
Overhang, Front
40 in
Height, Overall
77 in
Width, Max w/o mirrors
80 in
Length, Overall
237 in
Length, Overall w/rear bumper
N/A
Length, Overall w/o rear bumper
N/A
Wheelbase
149 in
Second Hip Room
63 in
Second Shoulder Room
66 in
Second Leg Room
40 in
Second Head Room
40 in
Front Hip Room
63 in
Front Shoulder Room
66 in
Front Leg Room
41 in
Front Head Room
41 in
Passenger Capacity
6
Ext'd Cab Cargo Volume
N/A
Cargo Box Width @ Wheelhousings
51 in
Cargo Box (Area) Height
20 in
Tailgate Width
N/A
Cargo Volume
58 ft³
Cargo Box Width @ Floor
66 in
Cargo Box Width @ Top, Rear
66 in

Safety

Backup Camera
Standard
Stability Control
Standard

Steering

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

Suspension

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

Tires & Wheels

Spare Wheel Material
Steel
Rear Wheel Material
Styled Steel
Front Wheel Material
Styled Steel
Spare Wheel Size
Full-Size in
Rear Wheel Size
17 X 7.5 in
Front Wheel Size
17 X 7.5 in
Spare Tire Size
Full-Size
Rear Tire Size
LT245/70SR17
Front Tire Size
LT245/70SR17

Weight & Capacity

Aux Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx
N/A
Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx
31 gal
Maximum Trailering Capacity
11,520 lbs
Fifth Wheel Hitch - Max Tongue Wt.
2,835 lbs
Fifth Wheel Hitch - Max Trailer Wt.
11,340 lbs
Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Tongue Wt.
1,152 lbs
Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Trailer Wt.
11,520 lbs
Dead Weight Hitch - Max Tongue Wt.
500 lbs
Dead Weight Hitch - Max Trailer Wt.
5,000 lbs
Gross Combined Wt Rating
18,300 lbs
Maximum Payload Capacity
2,694 lbs
As Spec'd Payload
2,694 lbs
As Spec'd Curb Weight
6,306 lbs
Option Weight - Rear
0 lbs
Option Weight - Front
0 lbs
Curb Weight - Rear
2,776 lbs
Curb Weight - Front
3,530 lbs
Base Curb Weight
6,306 lbs
Gross Axle Weight Rating
11,000 lbs
Curb Weight
6,306 lbs
Total Option Weight
0 lbs
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating
9,000 lbs

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