2018 RAM 3500 Tradesman specs & colors
Regular Cab Pickup
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MSRP
- Tradesman 4x2 Reg Cab 8' Box $34,445
- Tradesman 4x4 Reg Cab 8' Box $37,245
- Tradesman 4x2 Crew Cab 6'4" Box $38,045
- Tradesman 4x2 Crew Cab 8' Box $38,245
- SLT 4x2 Reg Cab 8' Box $38,695
- Tradesman 4x4 Crew Cab 6'4" Box $40,845
- Tradesman 4x4 Crew Cab 8' Box $41,045
- SLT 4x4 Reg Cab 8' Box $41,495
- SLT 4x2 Crew Cab 6'4" Box $43,195
- Lone Star 4x2 Crew Cab 6'4" Box $43,195
- Big Horn 4x2 Crew Cab 6'4" Box $43,195
- Big Horn 4x2 Crew Cab 8' Box $43,395
- SLT 4x2 Crew Cab 8' Box $43,395
- Lone Star 4x2 Crew Cab 8' Box $43,395
- Lone Star 4x2 Mega Cab 6'4" Box $44,695
- SLT 4x2 Mega Cab 6'4" Box $44,695
- Big Horn 4x2 Mega Cab 6'4" Box $44,695
- Lone Star 4x4 Crew Cab 6'4" Box $45,995
- SLT 4x4 Crew Cab 6'4" Box $45,995
- Big Horn 4x4 Crew Cab 6'4" Box $45,995
- SLT 4x4 Crew Cab 8' Box $46,195
- Big Horn 4x4 Crew Cab 8' Box $46,195
- Lone Star 4x4 Crew Cab 8' Box $46,195
- Big Horn 4x4 Mega Cab 6'4" Box $47,495
- Lone Star 4x4 Mega Cab 6'4" Box $47,495
- SLT 4x4 Mega Cab 6'4" Box $47,495
- Laramie 4x2 Crew Cab 6'4" Box $49,645
- Laramie 4x2 Crew Cab 8' Box $49,845
- Laramie 4x2 Mega Cab 6'4" Box $51,145
- Laramie 4x4 Crew Cab 6'4" Box $52,845
- Laramie 4x4 Crew Cab 8' Box $53,045
- Laramie 4x4 Mega Cab 6'4" Box $54,345
- Limited 4x2 Crew Cab 6'4" Box $56,045
- Laramie Longhorn 4x2 Crew Cab 6'4" Box $56,045
- Laramie Longhorn 4x2 Crew Cab 8' Box $56,245
- Limited 4x2 Crew Cab 8' Box $56,245
- Limited 4x2 Mega Cab 6'4" Box $57,545
- Laramie Longhorn 4x2 Mega Cab 6'4" Box $57,545
- Laramie Longhorn 4x4 Crew Cab 6'4" Box $59,245
- Limited 4x4 Crew Cab 6'4" Box $59,245
- Laramie Longhorn 4x4 Crew Cab 8' Box $59,445
- Limited 4x4 Crew Cab 8' Box $59,445
- Limited 4x4 Mega Cab 6'4" Box $60,745
- Laramie Longhorn 4x4 Mega Cab 6'4" Box $60,745
$34,445
Starting MSRP
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Showing the 2018 RAM 3500 Tradesman 4x2 Reg Cab 8' Box
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Color options
Interior
Black / Diesel Gray Interior
Diesel Gray / Black
Packages
$145
Starting MSRP
- Engine Block Heater
- Winter Front Grille Cover
$0
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- Engine: 6.4L Heavy Duty V8 HEMI w/MDS
- Transmission: 6-Speed Automatic 66RFE
- Front Armrest w/Cupholders
$0
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- Engine: 5.7L V8 HEMI VVT
- Transmission: 6-Speed Automatic 66RFE
- Front Armrest w/Cupholders
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$3,500
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- Auto Level Rear Air Suspension
- CTR Stop Lamp w/Cargo View Camera
- Rear View Auto Dim Mirror
$1,295
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- Clearance Lamps
- Tires: LT235/80R17E BSW AS
- Tire Pressure Monitoring Delete
$195
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- 3 Reflecting Triangles
- Spare Fuses
- DOT Fire Extinguisher
$0
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- Engine: 6.7L I6 Cummins Turbo Diesel
- Transmission: 6-Speed Automatic 68RFE
$895
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- Bright Rear Bumper
- Bright Grille
- Bright Front Bumper
$0
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- Engine: 6.7L I6 Cummins Turbo Diesel
- Transmission: 6-Speed Manual G56
$0
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- Engine: 6.7L I6 Cummins Turbo Diesel
- Transmission: 6-Speed Automatic Aisin AS69RC HD
$545
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- Front Floor Mats
- SiriusXM Satellite Radio
- 1-Year SiriusXM Radio Service
$615
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- Exterior Mirrors w/Heating Element
- Front 1-Touch Down Power Windows
- Exterior Mirrors w/Supplemental Signals
Specifications
| 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 |
| Cold Cranking Amps @ 0° F (Primary) | 730 |
| Maximum Alternator Capacity (amps) | 160 |
| Engine Type | Regular Unleaded V-8 |
| Displacement | 5.7 L/345 |
| SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM | 383 @ 5600 |
| SAE Net Torque @ RPM | 400 @ 4000 |
| Engine Oil Cooler | None |
| EPA Fuel Economy Est - Hwy | N/A MPG |
| Cruising Range - City | N/A mi |
| EPA Fuel Economy Est - City | N/A MPG |
| Fuel Economy Est-Combined | N/A MPG |
| Cruising Range - Hwy | N/A mi |
| Estimated Battery Range | N/A mi |
| Drivetrain | Rear Wheel Drive |
| Trans Type | 6 |
| Trans Description Cont. | Automatic w/OD |
| Trans Description Cont. Again | N/A |
| First Gear Ratio (:1) | 3.23 |
| Second Gear Ratio (:1) | 1.84 |
| Third Gear Ratio (:1) | 1.41 |
| Fourth Gear Ratio (:1) | 1.00 |
| Fifth Gear Ratio (:1) | 0.82 |
| Sixth Gear Ratio (:1) | 0.62 |
| Reverse Ratio (:1) | 4.44 |
| Trans Power Take Off | N/A |
| Final Drive Axle Ratio (:1) | N/A |
| Transfer Case Model | None |
| Transfer Case Gear Ratio (:1), High | N/A |
| Transfer Case Gear Ratio (:1), Low | N/A |
| Transfer Case Power Take Off | No |
| Suspension Type - Front | Multi-Link |
| Suspension Type - Rear | Leaf |
| Axle Type - Front | Non-Independent |
| Axle Type - Rear | Rigid Axle |
| Frame Type | N/A |
| 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 | 14.2 in |
| Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness | 14.1 in |
| Drum - Rear (Yes or ) | N/A |
| Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx | 32 gal |
| Aux Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx | N/A gal |
| Steering Type | Re-Circulating Ball |
| Steering Ratio (:1), Overall | N/A |
| Turning Diameter - Curb to Curb | 45 ft |
| Turning Diameter - Wall to Wall | N/A ft |
| Front Tire Size | LT275/70SR18 |
| Rear Tire Size | LT275/70SR18 |
| Spare Tire Size | Full-Size |
| Dead Weight Hitch - Max Trailer Wt. | 5000 lbs |
| Dead Weight Hitch - Max Tongue Wt. | 500 lbs |
| Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Trailer Wt. | 11910 lbs |
| Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Tongue Wt. | 1191 lbs |
| Fifth Wheel Hitch - Max Trailer Wt. | 11730 lbs |
| Fifth Wheel Hitch - Max Tongue Wt. | 2933 lbs |
| Maximum Trailering Capacity | 11910 lbs |
| Base Curb Weight | 6022 lbs |
| Curb Weight - Front | 3397 lbs |
| Curb Weight - Rear | 2625 lbs |
| Option Weight - Front | 0.00 lbs |
| Option Weight - Rear | 0.00 lbs |
| As Spec'd Curb Weight | 6022.00 lbs |
| As Spec'd Payload | 4078.00 lbs |
| Maximum Payload Capacity | 4078.00 lbs |
| Gross Combined Wt Rating | 18400 lbs |
| Gross Axle Weight Rating | 12000.00 lbs |
| Curb Weight | 6022.00 lbs |
| Total Option Weight | 0.00 lbs |
| Gross Vehicle Weight Rating | 10100.00 lbs |
| Passenger Capacity | 3 |
| Front Head Room | 39.9 in |
| Front Leg Room | 41 in |
| Front Shoulder Room | 66 in |
| Front Hip Room | 62.9 in |
| Second Head Room | N/A in |
| Second Leg Room | N/A in |
| Second Shoulder Room | N/A in |
| Second Hip Room | N/A in |
| Wheelbase | 140 in |
| Length, Overall w/o rear bumper | N/A in |
| Length, Overall w/rear bumper | N/A in |
| Length, Overall | 230.4 in |
| Width, Max w/o mirrors | 79.4 in |
| Height, Overall | 77.7 in |
| Overhang, Front | 39.8 in |
| Overhang, Rear w/o bumper | 50.6 in |
| Cab to End of Frame | N/A in |
| Ground to Top of Load Floor | 38.8 in |
| Ground Clearance, Front | 7.3 in |
| Ground Clearance, Rear | 7.3 in |
| Cargo Box Length @ Floor | 98.3 in |
| Cargo Box Width @ Top, Rear | 66.4 in |
| Cargo Box Width @ Floor | 66.4 in |
| Cargo Box Width @ Wheelhousings | 51 in |
| Cargo Box (Area) Height | 20.2 in |
| Tailgate Width | N/A in |
| Cargo Volume | 74.7 ft³ |
| Ext'd Cab Cargo Volume | N/A ft³ |
| 6 Speakers | Standard |
| Radio: 3.0 | Standard |
| Fixed Antenna | Standard |
| Radio w/Seek-Scan, Clock and Radio Data System | Standard |
| Media Hub (USB, AUX) | Standard |
| Front License Plate Bracket | Standard |
| Variable Intermittent Wipers | Standard |
| Black Front Bumper w/2 Tow Hooks | Standard |
| Manual Extendable Trailer Style Mirrors | Standard |
| Black Side Windows Trim and Black Front Windshield Trim | Standard |
| Regular Box Style | Standard |
| Black Manual Side Mirrors w/Convex Spotter and Manual Folding | Standard |
| Black Door Handles | Standard |
| Front Bumper Sight Shields | Standard |
| Fully Galvanized Steel Panels | Standard |
| Black Rear Step Bumper | Standard |
| Full-Size Spare Tire Stored Underbody w/Crankdown | Standard |
| Cargo Lamp w/High Mount Stop Light | Standard |
| Black Grille | Standard |
| Fixed Rear Window | Standard |
| Tires: LT275/70R18E BSW AS (STD) | Standard |
| Steel Spare Wheel | Standard |
| Manual Tailgate/Rear Door Lock | Standard |
| Tailgate Rear Cargo Access | Standard |
| Auto On/Off Reflector Halogen Headlamps w/Delay-Off | Standard |
| Wheels: 18" x 8.0" Steel (STD) | Standard |
| Light Tinted Glass | Standard |
| Fade-To-Off Interior Lighting | Standard |
| Full Vinyl/Rubber Floor Covering | Standard |
| 40/20/40 Split Bench Seat | Standard |
| Seats w/Vinyl Back Material | Standard |
| Manual Tilt Steering Column | Standard |
| 4-Way Driver Seat -inc: Manual Recline and Fore/Aft Movement | Standard |
| 2 12V DC Power Outlets | Standard |
| Full Cloth Headliner | Standard |
| Rear View Auto Dim Mirror w/Display | Standard |
| Manual Adjustable Front Head Restraints | Standard |
| Analog Appearance | Standard |
| Front Cupholder | Standard |
| Driver Information Center | Standard |
| Pickup Cargo Box Lights | Standard |
| Instrument Panel Bin, Dashboard Storage, Driver And Passenger Door Bins | Standard |
| Manual Air Conditioning | Standard |
| Manual 1st Row Windows | Standard |
| Urethane Gear Shifter Material | Standard |
| Day-Night Rearview Mirror | Standard |
| Sentry Key Immobilizer | Standard |
| HD Vinyl 40/20/40 Split Bench Seat | Standard |
| Interior Trim -inc: Deluxe Sound Insulation, Metal-Look Instrument Panel Insert and Chrome/Metal-Look Interior Accents | Standard |
| Front Center Armrest | Standard |
| Cruise Control w/Steering Wheel Controls | Standard |
| Gauges -inc: Speedometer, Odometer, Voltmeter, Oil Pressure, Engine Coolant Temp, Tachometer, Oil Temperature, Transmission Fluid Temp, Engine Hour Meter and Trip Odometer | Standard |
| 4-Way Passenger Seat -inc: Manual Recline and Fore/Aft Movement | Standard |
| Single Stainless Steel Exhaust | Standard |
| Mechanical Limited Slip Differential | Standard |
| Front Anti-Roll Bar | Standard |
| 4080# Maximum Payload | Standard |
| 730CCA Maintenance-Free Battery w/Run Down Protection | Standard |
| Hydraulic Power-Assist Steering | Standard |
| Solid Axle Rear Suspension w/Leaf Springs | Standard |
| GVWR: 10,100 lbs (STD) | Standard |
| 32 Gal. Fuel Tank | Standard |
| 160 Amp Alternator | Standard |
| Transmission w/Driver Selectable Mode, Sequential Shift Control and Oil Cooler | Standard |
| 4-Wheel Disc Brakes w/4-Wheel ABS, Front And Rear Vented Discs, Brake Assist and Hill Hold Control | Standard |
| Trailer Wiring Harness | Standard |
| Rear-Wheel Drive | Standard |
| Electronically Controlled Throttle | Standard |
| Multi-Link Front Suspension w/Coil Springs | Standard |
| HD Shock Absorbers | Standard |
| Transmission: 6-Speed Automatic 66RFE (STD) | Standard |
| 3.73 Axle Ratio (STD) | Standard |
| Class V Towing Equipment -inc: Hitch and Trailer Sway Control | Standard |
| Engine: 5.7L V8 HEMI VVT (STD) | Standard |
| Curtain 1st Row Airbags | Standard |
| Dual Stage Driver And Passenger Seat-Mounted Side Airbags | Standard |
| Side Impact Beams | Standard |
| Airbag Occupancy Sensor | Standard |
| Electronic Stability Control (ESC) | Standard |
| ParkView Back-Up Camera | Standard |
| Dual Stage Driver And Passenger Front Airbags | Standard |
| ABS And Driveline Traction Control | Standard |
| Outboard Front Lap And Shoulder Safety Belts -inc: Height Adjusters and Pretensioners | Standard |
| Tire Specific Low Tire Pressure Warning | Standard |
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