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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
$39,645
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
  • Four Wheel Drive

Color options

Exterior

Case Construction Yellow

Interior
Black / Diesel Gray Interior
Diesel Gray / Black

Packages

  • Off Road Package

    $545

    Starting MSRP

    • Front Performance Tuned Shock Absorbers
    • Tow Hooks
    • Offroad Decal
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    • Front Performance Tuned Shock Absorbers
    • Tow Hooks
    • Offroad Decal
    • Transfer Case Skid Plate Shield
    • Black Wheel Flares
    • Rear Performance Tuned Shock Absorbers
  • Quick Order Package 26A Tradesman

    $0

    Starting MSRP

    • Engine: 5.7L V8 HEMI VVT
    • Transmission: 6-Speed Automatic (66RFE)
    • Front Armrest w/Cupholders
  • Heavy Duty Snow Plow Prep Group

    $195

    Starting MSRP

    • Transfer Case Skid Plate Shield
  • Snow Chief Group

    $845

    Starting MSRP

    • Clearance Lamps
    • Tires: LT275/70R18E OWL On/Off Road
    • I/P Mounted Auxiliary Switches
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    • Clearance Lamps
    • Tires: LT275/70R18E OWL On/Off Road
    • I/P Mounted Auxiliary Switches
    • Anti-Spin Differential Rear Axle
    • Transfer Case Skid Plate Shield
  • 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)
  • 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
  • Cold Weather Group

    $145

    Starting MSRP

    • Engine Block Heater
    • Winter Front Grille Cover
  • Protection Group

    $145

    Starting MSRP

  • 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 2EA Tradesman

    $0

    Starting MSRP

    • Engine: 6.7L I6 Cummins Turbo Diesel
    • Transmission: 6-Speed Manual (G56)
  • Quick Order Package 27A Tradesman

    $0

    Starting MSRP

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

Specifications

Highlights

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

Brakes

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
Drum - Rear (Yes or )
N/A
Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness
14 in
Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness
14 in

Electrical

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

Engine

Engine Type
Regular Gasoline V-8
Displacement
5.7 L/345
SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM
383 @ 5600
SAE Net Torque @ RPM
400 @ 4000
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

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

Safety

Stability Control
Standard
Backup Camera
Standard

Steering

Turning Diameter - Wall to Wall
N/A
Turning Diameter - Curb to Curb
49 ft
Steering Ratio (:1), Overall
N/A
Steering Type
Re-Circulating Ball

Suspension

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

Tires & Wheels

Front Tire Size
LT245/70SR17
Rear Tire Size
LT245/70SR17
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

Weight & Capacity

Base Curb Weight
6,802 lbs
Curb Weight - Front
3,951 lbs
Curb Weight - Rear
2,852 lbs
Option Weight - Front
0 lbs
Option Weight - Rear
0 lbs
As Spec'd Curb Weight
6,803 lbs
As Spec'd Payload
2,197 lbs
Maximum Payload Capacity
2,197 lbs
Gross Combined Wt Rating
18,300 lbs
Dead Weight Hitch - Max Trailer Wt.
5,000 lbs
Dead Weight Hitch - Max Tongue Wt.
500 lbs
Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Trailer Wt.
11,030 lbs
Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Tongue Wt.
1,103 lbs
Fifth Wheel Hitch - Max Trailer Wt.
10,320 lbs
Fifth Wheel Hitch - Max Tongue Wt.
2,580 lbs
Maximum Trailering Capacity
11,030 lbs
Total Option Weight
0 lbs
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating
9,000 lbs
Gross Axle Weight Rating
11,250 lbs
Curb Weight
6,803 lbs
Aux Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx
N/A
Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx
32 gal

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