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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
$39,475
Starting MSRP
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2016 RAM 3500 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
  • 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 2EA Tradesman

    $0

    Starting MSRP

    • Engine: 6.7L I6 Cummins Turbo Diesel
    • Transmission: 6-Speed Manual G56
  • Cold Weather Group

    $95

    Starting MSRP

    • Engine Block Heater
    • Winter Front Grille Cover
  • Quick Order Package 2FA Tradesman

    $0

    Starting MSRP

    • Engine: 6.7L I6 Cummins Turbo Diesel
    • Transmission: 6-Speed Automatic 68RFE
  • Chrome Appearance Group

    $895

    Starting MSRP

    • Bright Chrome Rear Bumper
    • Bright Grille
    • Wheels: 18" x 8.0" Steel Chrome Clad
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    • Bright Chrome Rear Bumper
    • Bright Grille
    • Wheels: 18" x 8.0" Steel Chrome Clad
    • Bright Chrome Front Bumper
  • Popular Equipment Group

    $695

    Starting MSRP

    • SIRIUSXM Satellite Radio
    • 1-Yr
    • SIRIUSXM Radio Service
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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
  • Protection Group

    $50

    Starting MSRP

    • Transfer Case Skid Plate Shield
  • 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
  • Heavy Duty Snow Plow Prep Group

    $135

    Starting MSRP

    • Transfer Case Skid Plate Shield
  • 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 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
  • Smoker's Group

    $60

    Starting MSRP

    • Cigar Lighter
    • Removable Ash Tray
  • 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
    • Transfer Case Skid Plate Shield
    • I/P Mounted Auxiliary Switches
  • 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

Specifications

Highlights

Engine Type
Regular Unleaded 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 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

Passenger Capacity
6
Ext'd Cab Cargo Volume
N/A
Cargo Volume
58 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
76 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
49 in
Overhang, Front
37 in
Height, Overall
80 in
Width, Max w/o mirrors
79 in
Length, Overall
237 in
Length, Overall w/rear bumper
N/A
Length, Overall w/o rear bumper
N/A
Wheelbase
150 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

Safety

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
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

Maximum Trailering Capacity
11,200 lbs
Fifth Wheel Hitch - Max Tongue Wt.
N/A
Fifth Wheel Hitch - Max Trailer Wt.
N/A
Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Tongue Wt.
1,120 lbs
Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Trailer Wt.
11,200 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
3,969 lbs
As Spec'd Payload
3,969 lbs
As Spec'd Curb Weight
6,731 lbs
Option Weight - Rear
0 lbs
Option Weight - Front
0 lbs
Curb Weight - Rear
2,873 lbs
Curb Weight - Front
3,858 lbs
Base Curb Weight
6,732 lbs
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating
10,700 lbs
Aux Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx
N/A
Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx
31 gal
Total Option Weight
0 lbs
Curb Weight
6,731 lbs
Gross Axle Weight Rating
12,250 lbs

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