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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
$36,845
Starting MSRP
Current listing price
2018 RAM 2500 Tradesman

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Key specs

Color options

Interior
Black / Diesel Gray Interior
Diesel Gray / Black

Packages

  • $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
  • $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
  • $0

    Starting MSRP

    • Engine: 5.7L V8 HEMI CNG
    • Transmission: 6-Speed Automatic (66RFE)
    • Front Armrest w/Cupholders
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    • Engine: 5.7L V8 HEMI CNG
    • Transmission: 6-Speed Automatic (66RFE)
    • Front Armrest w/Cupholders
    • Storage Tray
  • $0

    Starting MSRP

    • Engine: 6.7L I6 Cummins Turbo Diesel
    • Transmission: 6-Speed Manual (G56)
  • $0

    Starting MSRP

    • Engine: 6.7L I6 Cummins Turbo Diesel
    • Transmission: 6-Speed Automatic (68RFE)
  • $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
  • $145

    Starting MSRP

    • Engine Block Heater
    • Winter Front Grille Cover
  • $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

Specifications

Highlights

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

Brakes

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

Electrical

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

Engine

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

Measurements

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

Safety

Standard
Stability Control
Standard
Backup Camera

Steering

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

Suspension

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

Tires & Wheels

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

Weight & Capacity

6,440 lbs
Base Curb Weight
3,648 lbs
Curb Weight - Front
2,791 lbs
Curb Weight - Rear
0 lbs
Option Weight - Front
0 lbs
Option Weight - Rear
6,439 lbs
As Spec'd Curb Weight
2,561 lbs
As Spec'd Payload
2,561 lbs
Maximum Payload Capacity
18,300 lbs
Gross Combined Wt Rating
5,000 lbs
Dead Weight Hitch - Max Trailer Wt.
500 lbs
Dead Weight Hitch - Max Tongue Wt.
11,390 lbs
Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Trailer Wt.
1,139 lbs
Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Tongue Wt.
11,210 lbs
Fifth Wheel Hitch - Max Trailer Wt.
2,802 lbs
Fifth Wheel Hitch - Max Tongue Wt.
9,000 lbs
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating
0 lbs
Total Option Weight
6,439 lbs
Curb Weight
11,000 lbs
Gross Axle Weight Rating
N/A
Aux Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx
32 gal
Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx
11,390 lbs
Maximum Trailering Capacity

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