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2016 RAM 3500 Tradesman specs & colors

MSRP
2WD Reg Cab 140.5" Tradesman
$32,285
4WD Reg Cab 140.5" Tradesman
$35,405
2WD Crew Cab 172" WB 60" CA 10K GVWR Laramie
$35,615
2WD Crew Cab 172" WB 60" CA Laramie
$36,015
2WD Crew Cab 149" Tradesman
$36,140
2WD Crew Cab 169" Tradesman
$36,340
2WD Reg Cab 140.5" SLT
$36,595
4WD Crew Cab 172" WB 60" CA 10K GVWR Laramie
$39,440
4WD Crew Cab 149" Tradesman
$39,475
4WD Reg Cab 140.5" SLT
$39,565
4WD Crew Cab 169" Tradesman
$39,675
4WD Crew Cab 172" WB 60" CA Laramie
$39,840
2WD Crew Cab 149" SLT
$41,005
2WD Crew Cab 149" Lone Star
$41,005
2WD Crew Cab 149" Big Horn
$41,005
2WD Crew Cab 169" SLT
$41,205
2WD Crew Cab 169" Lone Star
$41,205
2WD Crew Cab 169" Big Horn
$41,205
2WD Mega Cab 160.5" SLT
$42,655
2WD Mega Cab 160.5" Lone Star
$42,655
2WD Mega Cab 160.5" Big Horn
$42,655
4WD Crew Cab 149" SLT
$44,040
4WD Crew Cab 149" Lone Star
$44,040
4WD Crew Cab 149" Big Horn
$44,040
4WD Crew Cab 169" SLT
$44,240
4WD Crew Cab 169" Lone Star
$44,240
4WD Crew Cab 169" Big Horn
$44,240
4WD Mega Cab 160.5" SLT
$45,690
4WD Mega Cab 160.5" Lone Star
$45,690
4WD Mega Cab 160.5" Big Horn
$45,690
2WD Crew Cab 149" Laramie
$47,520
2WD Crew Cab 169" Laramie
$47,720
2WD Mega Cab 160.5" Laramie
$49,170
4WD Crew Cab 149" Laramie
$50,955
4WD Crew Cab 169" Laramie
$51,155
4WD Mega Cab 160.5" Laramie
$52,605
2WD Crew Cab 149" Longhorn Limited
$53,390
2WD Crew Cab 149" Longhorn
$53,390
2WD Crew Cab 169" Longhorn
$53,590
2WD Crew Cab 169" Longhorn Limited
$53,590
2WD Mega Cab 160.5" Longhorn
$55,040
2WD Mega Cab 160.5" Longhorn Limited
$55,040
4WD Crew Cab 149" Longhorn
$56,625
4WD Crew Cab 149" Longhorn Limited
$56,625
4WD Crew Cab 169" Longhorn
$56,825
4WD Crew Cab 169" Longhorn Limited
$56,825
4WD Mega Cab 160.5" Longhorn Limited
$58,275
4WD Mega Cab 160.5" Longhorn
$58,275
$35,405
Starting MSRP
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2016 RAM 3500 Tradesman

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Key specs

  • 2-door
  • 3 seats
  • 383.0-hp, 5.7-liter, 8 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 0 combined MPG
  • 234.3" length, 79.3" height
  • Four Wheel Drive

Color options

Exterior

Case Construction Yellow

Interior
Black / Diesel Gray Interior
Diesel Gray / Black

Packages

  • Quick Order Package 2FA Tradesman

    $0

    Starting MSRP

    • Engine: 6.7L I6 Cummins Turbo Diesel
    • Transmission: 6-Speed Automatic 68RFE
  • Quick Order Package 28A Tradesman

    $0

    Starting MSRP

    • Engine: 6.7L I6 Cummins Turbo Diesel
    • Transmission: 6-Speed Automatic Aisin AS69RC HD
  • Quick Order Package 2EA Tradesman

    $0

    Starting MSRP

    • Engine: 6.7L I6 Cummins Turbo Diesel
    • Transmission: 6-Speed Manual G56
  • Power & Remote Entry Group

    $615

    Starting MSRP

    • Exterior Mirrors w/Heating Element
    • Front 1-Touch Down Power Windows
    • Exterior Mirrors w/Supplemental Signals
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    • Exterior Mirrors w/Heating Element
    • Front 1-Touch Down Power Windows
    • Exterior Mirrors w/Supplemental Signals
    • Premium Vinyl Door Trim w/Map Pocket
    • Exterior Mirrors Courtesy Lamps
    • Power Locks
    • Remote Keyless Entry
    • Power Black Trailer Tow Mirrors
  • 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

    $135

    Starting MSRP

    • Transfer Case Skid Plate Shield
  • Snow Chief Group

    $490

    Starting MSRP

    • Clearance Lamps
    • Tires: LT275/70R18E OWL On/Off Road
    • Firestone Brand Tires
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    • Clearance Lamps
    • Tires: LT275/70R18E OWL On/Off Road
    • Firestone Brand Tires
    • I/P Mounted Auxiliary Switches
    • Transfer Case Skid Plate Shield
  • Popular Equipment Group

    $545

    Starting MSRP

    • Front Floor Mats
    • SIRIUSXM Satellite Radio
    • 1-Yr SiriusXM Radio Service
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    • Front Floor Mats
    • SIRIUSXM Satellite Radio
    • 1-Yr SiriusXM Radio Service
    • No Satellite Coverage HI/AK
    • For More Info
    • Call 800-643-2112
    • Carpet Floor Covering
  • Dual Rear Wheels

    $1,200

    Starting MSRP

    • Clearance Lamps
    • Tires: LT235/80R17E BSW AS
    • Tire Pressure Monitoring Delete
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    • Clearance Lamps
    • Tires: LT235/80R17E BSW AS
    • Tire Pressure Monitoring Delete
    • 17" Steel Spare Wheel
    • Box & Rear Fender Clearance Lamps
    • 6000# Front Axle w/Hub Ext
    • Wheels: 17" x 6.0" Steel Argent
    • Nexen Brand Tires
  • DOT Certified Roadside Safety Kit

    $150

    Starting MSRP

    • 3 Reflecting Triangles
    • Spare Fuses
    • DOT Fire Extinguisher
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    • 3 Reflecting Triangles
    • Spare Fuses
    • DOT Fire Extinguisher
    • 2 Red Vinyl Flags
  • Chrome Appearance Group

    $895

    Starting MSRP

    • Bright Rear Bumper
    • Bright Grille
    • Bright Front Bumper
  • Cold Weather Group

    $95

    Starting MSRP

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

    $50

    Starting MSRP

    • Transfer Case Skid Plate Shield
  • Smoker's Group

    $60

    Starting MSRP

    • Cigar Lighter
    • Removable Ash 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

Specifications

Highlights

Engine Type
Regular Unleaded V-8
MPG
-
Horsepower
370 hp
410 hp
383 hp
Seating Capacity
3

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 Unleaded 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

Ext'd Cab Cargo Volume
N/A
Cargo Volume
75 ft³
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
9 in
Ground Clearance, Front
9 in
Ground to Top of Load Floor
39 in
Cab to End of Frame
N/A
Overhang, Rear w/o bumper
51 in
Overhang, Front
40 in
Height, Overall
79 in
Width, Max w/o mirrors
79 in
Length, Overall
230 in
Length, Overall w/rear bumper
N/A
Length, Overall w/o rear bumper
N/A
Wheelbase
140 in
Second Hip Room
N/A
Second Shoulder Room
N/A
Second Leg Room
N/A
Second Head Room
N/A
Front Hip Room
63 in
Front Shoulder Room
66 in
Front Leg Room
41 in
Front Head Room
40 in
Passenger Capacity
3

Safety

Stability Control
Standard

Steering

Turning Diameter - Wall to Wall
N/A
Turning Diameter - Curb to Curb
42 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
Leaf
Suspension Type - Front
Multi-Link

Tires & Wheels

Front Wheel Material
Styled Steel
Spare Wheel Size
Full-Size in
Rear Wheel Size
18 X 8 in
Front Wheel Size
18 X 8 in
Spare Tire Size
Full-Size
Rear Tire Size
LT275/70SR18
Front Tire Size
LT275/70SR18
Spare Wheel Material
Steel
Rear Wheel Material
Styled Steel

Weight & Capacity

Total Option Weight
0 lbs
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating
10,300 lbs
Curb Weight
6,371 lbs
Gross Axle Weight Rating
12,250 lbs
Aux Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx
N/A
Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx
32 gal
Maximum Trailering Capacity
11,560 lbs
Fifth Wheel Hitch - Max Tongue Wt.
N/A
Fifth Wheel Hitch - Max Trailer Wt.
N/A
Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Tongue Wt.
1,156 lbs
Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Trailer Wt.
11,560 lbs
Dead Weight Hitch - Max Tongue Wt.
500 lbs
Dead Weight Hitch - Max Trailer Wt.
5,000 lbs
Gross Combined Wt Rating
18,400 lbs
Maximum Payload Capacity
3,929 lbs
As Spec'd Payload
3,929 lbs
As Spec'd Curb Weight
6,371 lbs
Option Weight - Rear
0 lbs
Option Weight - Front
0 lbs
Curb Weight - Rear
2,680 lbs
Curb Weight - Front
3,691 lbs
Base Curb Weight
6,370 lbs

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