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| Ram Heavy Duty (2500 / 3500 / 4500 / 5500) | |
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 Ram 3500 Limited with dual-rear-wheel configuration | |
| Overview | |
| Manufacturer | Ram Trucks (Stellantis) |
| Also called | Ram HD |
| Production | 2019–present |
| Model years | 2019–present |
| Assembly | Mexico:Saltillo (Saltillo Truck Assembly) |
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| Dimensions | |
| Wheelbase | 140.2–169.3 in (3,560–4,300 mm) |
| Length | 232–260.8 in (5,890–6,620 mm) |
| Width | 83.5 or 96.5 in (2,120 or 2,450 mm) |
| Height | 78–80.4 in (1,980–2,040 mm) |
| Chronology | |
| Predecessor | Ram Heavy Duty (fourth generation) |
TheRam Heavy Duty (also known as theRam HD) is the 5th generation of theRam Pickup. Ram Pickup a series of heavy-duty pickup trucks produced by theRam Trucks division ofStellantis. Slotted above theRam 1500, the Heavy Duty trucks range from the Ram 2500 to the Ram 5500. The Ram 2500 and Ram 3500 are offered as pickup trucks, while the Ram 3500 through Ram 5500 are offered aschassis cabs.
Introduced in January 2019 at theNorth American International Auto Show inDetroit,Michigan, the current Ram Heavy Duty trucks are based on theRam 1500 (DT). Ram Heavy-Duty models are produced at Saltillo Truck Assembly inSaltillo, Mexico.[1]
The Ram Heavy Duty is available in three different configurations: a two-doorregular cab with a long bed, a four-doorcrew cab with either a standard bed or a long bed, or a four-door Mega Cab (a crew cab extended by 11.1 in (280 mm) allowing the rear seats to recline or offering more in-cab storage[2]) with a standard bed.
TheTradesman trim level is the most basic trim level with halogen headlamps, incandescent tail lamps, a black plastic grille, and vinyl or cloth seats.
More up-level than the Tradesman, theBig Horn comes standard with everything on the Tradesman plus fog lights, chrome grille, bumpers, and door handles, as well as a leather-wrapped steering wheel. In Texas, this trim level is calledLone Star. On chassis cab models, this trim level is calledSLT.
The off-road oriented trim level is thePower Wagon. Only available on the 2500 model, with the crew cab short bed and Hemi V8. The truck is equipped with standard electronic locking front and rear differentials, four-wheel drive, skid plates, a winch, and off-road focused suspension: raised ride height, softer coil springs, Bilstein shocks, Ram Articulink radius arms, and electronic front sway-bar disconnect mechanism. The off-road focused suspension design results in a reduced GVWR of 8650lbs. It also includes unique interior trim and seats, front grille, exterior decal package, and 33” all-terrain tires with unique 17” aluminum-alloy wheels. The name "Power Wagon" refers to the firstDodge Power Wagon trucks that were produced in 1946.
TheRebel trim level offers a less hardcore off-road option, with styling and features from the Power Wagon trim. It features an electronic locking rear differential (but not front), 34-inch all-terrain tires, Bilstein shocks, skid plates, tow hooks, and available winch. It is available with either the Hemi V8 or Cummins diesel, and does not have a reduced GVWR. This trim level is only available with the crew cab short bed configuration, and not available on 3500 or chassis cab models.
TheLaramie is the mid-level trim. It features LED headlamps and tail lamps as standard, heated and ventilated leather seats, a standard Uconnect 4 8.4-inch touchscreen, 7-inch digital cluster display, and a memory feature.
An upgrade from the Laramie, theLaramie Longhorn features more luxurious features such as standard navigation, LED projector headlamps, chrome side steps, and genuine wood and leather in the interior. This trim level is not available on chassis cab models.
TheLimited trim level is the most luxurious model. A 12-inch touchscreen is standard, as well as safety features such as blind spot monitoring, rear cross path detection, and trailer detection.
The standard engine choice on Ram Heavy Duty trucks is the 6.4 LHemi V8 gasoline engine, with an available upgrade to aCummins-sourcedISB I6 diesel engine. The Hemi V8 has been discontinued in the 2025 Mega Cab 2500/3500, however the 6.4 Hemi V8 is still available in all crew cab 2500 models, from Tradesman to Limited Longhorn, and in Tradesman, Big Horn, and Laramie trims for 3500 models. Limited and Limited Longhorn 3500 models are available only with the 6.7 Cummins.
The standard Hemi V8 produces 410 horsepower (306 kW) and 429 pound force-feet (582 N⋅m) of torque. For Chassis Cab models, the engine is downrated to 370 hp (276 kW) but retains the same torque. The engine is equipped withVariable Cam Timing (VCT) and aMulti-Displacement System (MDS) which shuts down four of the engine's eight cylinders when less power is required, saving fuel. For 2500 and 3500, it is mated to a ZF-sourced eight-speedTorqueflite 8HP75automatic transmission. Optionally on the 3500 and standard on the 4500 and 5500, it is mated to anAisin-sourced six-speedAS66RC automatic transmission.[3][4]
The Cumminsturbo-diesel is offered in both standard and high-output versions. The standard-output tuning produces 370 horsepower (276 kW) and 850 pound force-feet (1,152 N⋅m) of torque. A high-output tuning, only used on non-chassis cab 3500 models, produces 420 hp (313 kW) and 1,075 lb⋅ft (1,458 N⋅m) of torque. The standard-output version is mated to aChrysler68RFE automatic transmission. Chassis cab trucks and high-output tuning are use anAisin-sourced six-speedAS69RC automatic transmission.[3][4]
| Model | Model years | Engine | Transmission | Power | Torque |
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| 2500 pickup | 2019– | 6.4 LHemiV8 | 8-speedTorqueflite ZF 8HP75-LCVautomatic | 410 hp (306 kW) | 429 lb⋅ft (582 N⋅m) |
| 2019-2024 | 6.7 LCumminsISBI6 | 6-speed68RFE automatic | 370 hp (276 kW) | 850 lb⋅ft (1,152 N⋅m) | |
| 2025- | 6.7 L CumminsISB high output I6 | 8-speed ZFTorqueflite8AP1075 Powerline automatic | 430 hp (321 kW) | 1,075 lb⋅ft (1,458 N⋅m) | |
| 3500 pickup | 2019– | 6.4 LHemi V8 | 8-speedTorqueflite ZF 8HP75-LCV automatic | 410 hp (306 kW) | 429 lb⋅ft (582 N⋅m) |
| 2019-2024 | 6.7 L CumminsISB I6 | 6-speed68RFE automatic | 370 hp (276 kW) | 850 lb⋅ft (1,152 N⋅m) | |
| 2019-2024 | 6.7 L CumminsISB High-Output I6 | 6-speedAisinAS69RC automatic | 400 hp (298 kW) 2019-2020 420 hp (313 kW) 2021-2024 | 1,000 lb⋅ft (1,356 N⋅m) 2019-2020 1,075 lb⋅ft (1,458 N⋅m) 2021-2024 | |
| 2025- | 6.7 L CumminsISB High Output I6 | 8-speed ZFTorqueflite8AP1075 Powerline automatic | 430 hp (321 kW) | 1,075 lb⋅ft (1,458 N⋅m) | |
| 3500 chassis cab | 2019– | 6.4 LHemi V8 | 8-speedTorqueflite ZF 8HP75-LCV automatic | 370 hp (276 kW) | 429 lb⋅ft (582 N⋅m) |
| 2019-2024 | 6.4 LHemi V8 | 6-speed AisinAS66RC automatic | 370 hp (276 kW) | 429 lb⋅ft (582 N⋅m) | |
| 2025– | 6.4 LHemi V8 | 8-speedTorqueflite ZF 8AP430 automatic | 370 hp (276 kW) | 429 lb⋅ft (582 N⋅m) | |
| 2019-2024 | 6.7 L CumminsISB I6 | 6-speed AisinAS69RC automatic | 360 hp (268 kW) | 800 lb⋅ft (1,085 N⋅m) | |
| 2025- | 6.7 L CumminsISB I6 | 8-speed ZFTorqueflite8AP1075 Powerline automatic | 360 hp (268 kW) | 800 lb⋅ft (1,085 N⋅m) | |
| 4500/5500 chassis cab | 2019-2024 | 6.4 LHemi V8 | 6-speed AisinAS66RC automatic | 370 hp (276 kW) | 429 lb⋅ft (582 N⋅m) |
| 2025– | 6.4 LHemi V8 | 8-speedTorqueflite ZF 8AP430 automatic | 370 hp (276 kW) | 429 lb⋅ft (582 N⋅m) | |
| 2019-2024 | 6.7 L CumminsISB I6 | 6-speed AisinAS69RC automatic | 360 hp (268 kW) | 800 lb⋅ft (1,085 N⋅m) | |
| 2025- | 6.7 L CumminsISB I6 | 8-speed ZFTorqueflite8AP1075 Powerline automatic | 360 hp (268 kW) | 800 lb⋅ft (1,085 N⋅m) |
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