2016 RAM 3500 Tradesman specs & colors

Crew Cab Pickup

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$36,340

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Key specs

4-door
6 seats
383.0-hp, 5.7-liter, 8 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
0 combined MPG
234.3" length, 79.3" height
Rear Wheel Drive

Color options

Exterior

Case Construction Yellow

Interior

Black / Diesel Gray Interior

Diesel Gray / Black

Packages

Quick Order Package 22A Tradesman

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- 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
Quick Order Package 26A Tradesman

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- 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
Cold Weather Group

$95

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- Engine Block Heater
- Winter Front Grille Cover

Chrome Appearance Group

$895

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- Bright Chrome Rear Bumper
- Bright Grille
- Bright Chrome Front Bumper
Quick Order Package 2EA Tradesman

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- Engine: 6.7L I6 Cummins Turbo Diesel
- Transmission: 6-Speed Manual G56
Dual Rear Wheels

$1,200

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- Clearance Lamps
- Tires: LT235/80R17E BSW AS
- Tire Pressure Monitoring Delete
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$1,200

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- Clearance Lamps
- Tires: LT235/80R17E BSW AS
- Tire Pressure Monitoring Delete
- 17" Steel Spare Wheel
- Box & Rear Fender Clearance Lamps
- GVWR: 14,000 lbs
- 6000# Front Axle w/Hub Ext
- Wheels: 17" x 6.0" Steel Argent
- Nexen Brand Tires
Popular Equipment Group

$695

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- SIRIUSXM Satellite Radio
- 1-Yr
- SIRIUSXM Radio Service
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$695

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- SIRIUSXM Satellite Radio
- 1-Yr
- SIRIUSXM Radio Service
- No Satellite Coverage HI/AK
- For More Info
- Call 800-643-2112
- Carpet Floor Covering
- Front & Rear Floor Mats
- Remote Keyless Entry
Smoker's Group

$60

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- Cigar Lighter
- Removable Ash Tray
Quick Order Package 2FA Tradesman

$0

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

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- Engine: 6.7L I6 Cummins Turbo Diesel
- Transmission: 6-Speed Automatic Aisin AS69RC HD
DOT Certified Roadside Safety Kit

$150

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- 3 Reflecting Triangles
- Spare Fuses
- DOT Fire Extinguisher
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$150

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- 3 Reflecting Triangles
- Spare Fuses
- DOT Fire Extinguisher
- 2 Red Vinyl Flags

Specifications

Highlights

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

Brakes

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

Electrical

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

Engine

Engine Type: Regular Unleaded 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

Ground Clearance, Rear: 7 in
Cargo Box Length @ Floor: 98 in
Cargo Box Width @ Top, Rear: 66 in
Cargo Box Width @ Floor: 66 in
Cargo Box Width @ Wheelhousings: 51 in
Cargo Box (Area) Height: 20 in
Tailgate Width: N/A
Cargo Volume: 75 ft³
Ext'd Cab Cargo Volume: N/A
Ground Clearance, Front: 7 in
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: 170 in
Length, Overall w/o rear bumper: N/A
Length, Overall w/rear bumper: N/A
Length, Overall: 259 in
Width, Max w/o mirrors: 79 in
Height, Overall: 78 in
Overhang, Front: 37 in
Overhang, Rear w/o bumper: 51 in
Cab to End of Frame: N/A
Ground to Top of Load Floor: 39 in
Passenger Capacity: 6

Safety

Stability Control: Standard

Steering

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

Suspension

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

Tires & Wheels

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

Weight & Capacity

Gross Axle Weight Rating: 12,000 lbs
Curb Weight: 6,523 lbs
Total Option Weight: 0 lbs
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating: 11,000 lbs
Maximum Payload Capacity: 4,477 lbs
Gross Combined Wt Rating: 18,400 lbs
Dead Weight Hitch - Max Trailer Wt.: 5,000 lbs
Dead Weight Hitch - Max Tongue Wt.: 500 lbs
Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Trailer Wt.: 11,410 lbs
Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Tongue Wt.: 1,141 lbs
Fifth Wheel Hitch - Max Trailer Wt.: N/A
Fifth Wheel Hitch - Max Tongue Wt.: N/A
Maximum Trailering Capacity: 11,410 lbs
Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx: 32 gal
Aux Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx: N/A
Option Weight - Rear: 0 lbs
Base Curb Weight: 6,524 lbs
Curb Weight - Front: 3,653 lbs
Curb Weight - Rear: 2,870 lbs
Option Weight - Front: 0 lbs
As Spec'd Curb Weight: 6,523 lbs
As Spec'd Payload: 4,477 lbs

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