About the RAM 3500

Ram makes some of the nicest and most capable heavy-duty trucks on the road, and its offerings are frequently rated as having the best ride quality and attractive styling. They offer incredibly strong towing capacities and can be surprisingly capable off-road when properly equipped. As these things go, Ram has been tied up in a torque war with its American HD rivals, Ford and Chevy, and some versions of the 3500 can be had with more than 1,000 pound-feet. At the same time, higher trims bring luxurious finishes and desirable tech features like Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.

What are the advantages of the RAM 3500?

Ram offers an air suspension system for the 3500, and it works with the leaf spring system to deliver fantastic ride quality and good handling for a large truck. At the same time, some configurations are available with towing capacities that exceed 37,000 pounds. Plus, the most capable trims come in a beefy dual-rear-wheel (DRW) body style. Mega cab models also offer interior space to the max.

What is the best RAM 3500 model year?

Ram redesigned the 3500 for the 2019 model year, and any years since then offer the best tech, ride, and capability.

What are the disadvantages of the RAM 3500?

The Ram 3500 is a large truck, and it does nothing to hide that fact on the road. Ram also doesn’t offer the best diesel engine in all configurations, and the truck can become quite expensive in higher configurations.

Comparison: Is the RAM 3500 better than the RAM 1500?

The Ram 3500 is better than the 1500 in some situations, but they are two different animals in most regards. The 3500 is too big and not economical enough to be an everyday driver, and the 1500 is too little of a truck to be used in the heaviest towing situations. The trucks’ price aligns with their capability, as the 1500 is less expensive than the 3500.

How much cargo space does the RAM 3500 have?

The Ram 3500 offers 57.5 cubic feet of bed cargo space with the 6-foot 4-inch bed, and there are 74.7 cubic feet with the 8ft long bed configuration.

What is the best engine for the RAM 3500?

We recommend Ram’s high-output 6.7-liter Cummins turbodiesel inline-six drivetrain.

Horsepower and Torque

420 horsepower and 1,075 pound-feet of torque

Transmission

Six-speed automatic transmission