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| Ram 3500 | |
|---|---|
| Name | Ram 3500 |
| Manufacturer | Ram Trucks |
| Production | 2003–present |
| Class | Heavy-duty pickup truck |
| Layout | Front-engine, rear-wheel-drive / four-wheel-drive |
Ram 3500 The Ram 3500 is a heavy-duty pickup truck produced by Ram Trucks, marketed for commercial, agricultural, industrial, and recreational use in North America. It competes with models from Ford, General Motors, and Nissan and has been featured in coverage by publications such as Car and Driver, Motor Trend, Automobile Magazine, Kelley Blue Book. Owners include contractors, fleets, ranchers, and tow operators who reference standards from organizations like the Society of Automotive Engineers, National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, and American Trucking Associations.
The lineage traces to the split of the Chrysler Corporation commercial truck operations and the creation of the Ram brand, evolving alongside pickups like the Dodge Ram series and contemporaries such as the Ford F-Series Super Duty and the Chevrolet Silverado HD. Early generations were influenced by engineering milestones from Cummins Inc. partnerships and industrial trends seen in the 2008 financial crisis fleet adjustments and the rise of diesel aftermarket suppliers like AEM Induction Systems and HDPower. Sales strategies referenced channels such as AutoNation, CarMax, and fleet spec guides produced by NTEA.
Chassis and body design reflect inputs from suppliers including Magna International, BorgWarner, ZF Friedrichshafen AG, and interiors inspired by luxury cues from collaborations with brands covered by J.D. Power and Ward's Auto. Frame engineering uses materials and techniques resonant with developments at ArcelorMittal and analysis methods from ANSYS and Siemens PLM Software. Cab configurations mirror conventions set by competitors at General Motors and Toyota dealerships; bed and hauling interfaces integrate accessories from firms such as WeatherTech and Leer Industries.
Engines offered have included gasoline units by Fiat Chrysler Automobiles engineering and turbodiesel options developed with Cummins Inc., matching torque and payload figures compared by outlets like Engine Builder Magazine and dyno-tested at facilities such as West Coast Dyno. Transmissions sourced from vendors including Aisin Seiki and ZF support towing packages used by operators in industries overseen by Occupational Safety and Health Administration and standards cited by American Society of Mechanical Engineers. Performance metrics are benchmarked by testers at Motor Trend and Road & Track with comparisons to the Ford Power Stroke and Duramax V8 families.
Trim hierarchy parallels premium and work-focused offerings found at dealerships run by groups like Sonic Automotive and Lithia Motors. Luxury and technology options draw on suppliers such as Harman International, Bose Corporation, and Uconnect infotainment systems developed within Stellantis. Convenience and utility packages reference aftermarket catalogs from Curt Manufacturing, B&W Trailer Hitches, and accessory lines sold through Advance Auto Parts and AutoZone.
Active and passive safety systems incorporate sensors and algorithms similar to those in research projects at MIT, Stanford University, and testing protocols by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety. Towing tech integrates tow mirrors, sway control, trailer brake controllers, and camera systems promoted in partnership with trailer manufacturers like Keystone RV Company and industries represented by Recreational Vehicle Industry Association. Braking and stability enhancements are evaluated under frameworks developed by Society of Automotive Engineers committees and regulatory guidance from the National Transportation Safety Board.
Annual revisions have followed product cycles common to automakers including platform updates concurrent with corporate actions at Fiat Chrysler Automobiles and later Stellantis, with major redesigns coinciding with parts sourcing shifts involving Dana Incorporated and Dana Spicer. Mid-cycle refreshes often reflected changes in emissions regulations overseen by the Environmental Protection Agency and consumer demand trends tracked by Bureau of Labor Statistics and market analysts at IHS Markit.
The model and its powertrains have received accolades and been listed in features by Car and Driver, Motor Trend Truck of the Year-related coverage, and commercial vehicle rankings compiled by Frost & Sullivan and Ward's 10 Best Engines. Fleet awards and vocational recognitions have come from organizations such as NTEA and publications like Fleet Owner.
Category:Pickup trucks