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2018 RAM 3500 Tradesman specs & colors

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
$37,245
Starting MSRP
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2018 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
  • 230.4" length, 77.7" height
  • Four Wheel Drive

Color options

Exterior

Case Construction Yellow

Interior
Black / Diesel Gray Interior
Diesel Gray / Black

Packages

  • Quick Order Package 26A Tradesman

    $0

    Starting MSRP

    • Engine: 5.7L V8 HEMI VVT
    • Transmission: 6-Speed Automatic 66RFE
    • Front Armrest w/Cupholders
  • 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
  • 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
  • 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 Rear Bumper
    • Bright Grille
    • Bright Front Bumper
  • Popular Equipment Group

    $545

    Starting MSRP

    • Front Floor Mats
    • SiriusXM Satellite Radio
    • 1-Year SiriusXM Radio Service
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    • Front Floor Mats
    • SiriusXM Satellite Radio
    • 1-Year SiriusXM Radio Service
    • For More Info
    • Call 800-643-2112
    • Carpet Floor Covering
  • Cold Weather Group

    $145

    Starting MSRP

    • Engine Block Heater
    • Winter Front Grille Cover
  • DOT Certified Roadside Safety Kit

    $195

    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
  • Heavy Duty Snow Plow Prep Group

    $195

    Starting MSRP

  • Max Tow Package

    $3,500

    Starting MSRP

    • Auto Level Rear Air Suspension
    • CTR Stop Lamp w/Cargo View Camera
    • Rear View Auto Dim Mirror
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    • Auto Level Rear Air Suspension
    • CTR Stop Lamp w/Cargo View Camera
    • Rear View Auto Dim Mirror
    • Low Beam Daytime Running Headlamps
    • Trailer Brake Control
    • MOPAR 30K Direct Mount 5th Wheel Hitch
    • 4.10 Axle Ratio
    • 5th Wheel/Gooseneck Towing Prep Group
  • Protection Group

    $95

    Starting MSRP

    • Transfer Case Skid Plate Shield
  • 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
  • Dual Rear Wheels

    $1,295

    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
  • Snow Chief Group

    $545

    Starting MSRP

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

Specifications

Highlights

Engine Type
Regular Gasoline V-8
MPG
-
Horsepower
350 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

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

Engine

Displacement
5.7 L/345
SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM
383 @ 5600
SAE Net Torque @ RPM
400 @ 4000
Engine Type
Regular Gasoline 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
3
Cargo Box (Area) Height
20 in
Cargo Volume
75 ft³
Ext'd Cab Cargo Volume
N/A
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
Ground to Top of Load Floor
39 in
Ground Clearance, Front
9 in
Ground Clearance, Rear
9 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
Tailgate Width
N/A

Safety

Backup Camera
Standard
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

Spare Wheel Material
Steel
Rear Wheel Material
Styled Steel
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

Weight & Capacity

Curb Weight - Front
3,691 lbs
Base Curb Weight
6,370 lbs
Curb Weight - Rear
2,680 lbs
Option Weight - Front
0 lbs
Option Weight - Rear
0 lbs
As Spec'd Curb Weight
6,371 lbs
As Spec'd Payload
3,929 lbs
Maximum Payload Capacity
3,929 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.
11,560 lbs
Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Tongue Wt.
1,156 lbs
Fifth Wheel Hitch - Max Trailer Wt.
11,380 lbs
Fifth Wheel Hitch - Max Tongue Wt.
2,845 lbs
Maximum Trailering Capacity
11,560 lbs
Gross Axle Weight Rating
12,250 lbs
Curb Weight
6,371 lbs
Total Option Weight
0 lbs
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating
10,300 lbs
Aux Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx
N/A
Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx
32 gal

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