Ram 2500 · Model year 2017
2017 Ram 2500 specs, maintenance & manuals
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2017 Ram 2500 specs & features
Engines, gear ratios, suspension, brakes, dimensions and capacities as published in the manufacturer's 2017 specification sheets.
General information+−
| Vehicle type | Regular Cab, Crew Cab and Mega Cab, 2WD, 4WD |
| Assembly plant | Saltillo Truck Assembly Plant, Coahuila, Mexico |
| EPA vehicle class | Standard Pickup |
Body/chassis+−
| 2WD | 4WD | |
|---|---|---|
| Layout | Longitudinal, front engine | Longitudinal, front engine, transfer case |
| Construction | Ladder-type frame, steel cab, double-wall steel pickup box | Ladder-type frame, steel cab, double-wall steel pickup box |
Engine: 5.7-liter HEMI V-8+−
| Type and description | 90-degree V-type, liquid-cooled, with variable-valve timing (VVT) |
| Displacement | 345 cu. in. (5,654 cu. cm) |
| Bore x stroke | 3.92 x 3.58 (99.5 x 90.9) |
| Valve system | Pushrod-operated overhead valves, 16 valves, hydraulic lifters with roller followers |
| Fuel injection | Sequential, multiport, electronic, returnless |
| Construction | Deep-skirt cast-iron block with cross-bolted main bearing caps, aluminum alloy heads with hemispherical combustion chambers |
| Compression ratio | 10.5:1 |
| Power | 383 hp (286 kW) @ 5,600 rpm |
| Torque | 400 lb.-ft. (542 N•m) @ 4,000 rpm |
| Max. engine speed | 5,800 rpm |
| Fuel requirement | Unleaded mid-grade, 89 octane (R+M)/2 — recommended; Unleaded regular, 87 octane (R+M)/2 — acceptable; Compressed Natural Gas — optional |
| Oil capacity | 7.0 quarts (6.6 liters) |
| Coolant capacity | 18.3 quarts (17.30 liters) |
| Emission control | Three-way catalytic converters, heated oxygen sensors, internal engine features and knock sensors |
Engine: 6.4-liter HEMI V-8+−
| Type and description | 90-degree V-type, liquid-cooled, with variable-valve timing (VVT) |
| Displacement | 392 cu. in. (6,417 cu. cm) |
| Bore x stroke | 4.09 x 3.72 (103.9 x 94.6) |
| Valve system | Pushrod-operated overhead valves, 16 valves, eight de-activating and eight hydraulic lifters, all with roller followers |
| Fuel injection | Sequential, multiport, electronic, returnless |
| Construction | Deep-skirt cast-iron block with cross-bolted main bearing caps, 356 aluminum cylinder heads with hemispherical combustion chambers |
| Compression ratio | 10.0:1 |
| Power | 410 hp (306 kW) @ 5,600 rpm |
| Torque | 429 lb.-ft. (582 N•m) at 4,000 rpm |
| Maximum engine speed | 5,800 rpm limited |
| Fuel requirement | Unleaded regular, 87 octane (R+M)/2 |
| Oil capacity | 7.0 quarts (6.6 liters) |
| Coolant capacity | 16.6 quarts (15.75 liters) |
| Emission control | Three-way catalytic converters, heated oxygen sensors, cooled electronic EGR and individual cylinder fuel control |
Engine: 6.7-liter Cummins Turbo Diesel I-6 (two versions)+−
| Type and description | Inline, liquid-cooled, turbocharged, intercooled |
| Displacement | 408 cu. in. (6,690 cu. cm) |
| Bore x stroke | 4.21 x 4.88 (107 x 124) |
| Valve system | Pushrod-operated overhead valves, 24 valves, solid lifters |
| Fuel injection | Electronic high-pressure common rail |
| Construction | Cast-iron block and head |
| Compression ratio | 16.2:1 |
| Power | 350 hp (261 kW) @ 2,800 rpm (G56 manual transmission) |
| Torque (manual) | 660 lb.-ft. (881 N•m) @ 1,400 rpm |
| Power | 370 hp (276 kW) @ 2,800 rpm (68RFE automatic transmission) |
| Torque (automatic) | 800 lb.-ft. (1,084 N•m) @ 1,600 rpm |
| Maximum high-idle engine speed | 3,200 rpm |
| Fuel requirement | Ultra-low sulfur diesel |
| Oil capacity | 12.0 quarts (11.3 liters) with filter |
| Coolant capacity | 23.8 quarts (22.50 liters) |
| Emission controls | Selective Catalytic Reduction (SCR) |
Transmission: G56 — manual six-speed overdrive+−
| Availability | 6.7-liter diesel |
| Description | Synchronized in all gears |
| 1st | 5.94 |
| 2nd | 3.28 |
| 3rd | 1.98 |
| 4th | 1.31 |
| 5th | 1.0 |
| 6th | 0.74 |
| Reverse | 5.42 |
| Axle ratios | 3.42 |
Transmission: 66RFE — automatic six-speed+−
| Availability | 5.7-liter HEMI V-8 and 6.4-liter HEMI V-8 |
| Description | Three planetary gear sets, one overrunning clutch, full electronic control, electronically controlled converter clutch |
| 1st | 3.23 |
| 2nd | 1.84 |
| 3rd | 1.41 |
| 4th | 1.00 |
| 5th | 0.82 |
| 6th | 0.63 |
| Reverse | 4.44 |
| Axle ratios | 3.73 and 4.10 |
Transmission: 68RFE — automatic six-speed+−
| Availability | 6.7-liter diesel |
| Description | Three planetary gear-sets, one overrunning clutch, full electronic control, electronically controlled converter clutch |
| 1st | 3.23 |
| 2nd | 1.84 |
| 3rd | 1.41 |
| 4th | 1.0 |
| 5th | 0.82 |
| 6th | 0.63 |
| Reverse | 4.44 |
| Axle ratios | 3.42 |
Transfer cases: BW 44-46, BW 44-47+−
| Availability | Optional on 6.7-liter diesel, 6.4-liter HEMI V-8 and 5.7-liter HEMI V-8 |
| Type | Part-time – BW 44-47 manual shift and BW 44-46 electric shift |
| Operating modes | 2WD; 4WD High; Neutral; 4WD Low |
| Low-range ratio | 2.64 |
| Center differential | None |
Axles+−
| Front (4x4) | AAM 9.25-in. beam front axle with center disconnect |
| Rear | AAM 11.5-in. beam rear axle |
Electrical system+−
| Alternator rating | 160-amp standard with 5.7-liter HEMI V-8 |
| Alternator rating | 180-amp included with 6.4-liter HEMI V-8 and 6.7-liter diesel, optional on 5.7-liter HEMI V-8 |
| Alternator rating | Dual (220 and 160) optional on 6.4-liter HEMI V-8 |
| Alternator rating | Dual 220-amp optional on 6.7-liter diesel |
| Battery description | Group 65, maintenance-free, 730 CCA on 5.7-liter HEMI V-8 and 6.4-liter HEMI V-8 |
| Battery description | Dual Group 65, maintenance-free, 730 CCA on 6.7-liter diesel |
Suspension+−
| 2WD | 4WD | |
|---|---|---|
| Front | Three-link with track bar, coil springs, stabilizer bar, solid axle | Three-link with track bar, coil springs, stabilizer bar, solid axle |
| Rear | Five-link with track bar, coil springs, stabilizer bar, solid axle | Five-link with track bar, coil springs, stabilizer bar, solid axle (optional air bags) |
Brakes+−
| Front: size and type | 14.17 x 1.54. (359.9 x 39.1) disc with twin-piston pin-slider caliper and ABS |
| Rear: size and type | 14.09 x 1.34 (357.9 x 34.0) disc with twin-piston pin-slider caliper and ABS |
| Power-assist type | Dual-rate, tandem diaphragm vacuum (gas); Hydro-boost (diesel) |
Air bags+−
| Regular Cab | 6 |
| Crew Cab | 6 |
| Mega Cab | 6 |
Steering+−
| Power-assist | Hydraulic assist |
Steering: Regular Cab pickup+−
| 2WD | 4WD | |
|---|---|---|
| Box length | 8-ft. | 8-ft. |
| Wheelbase (nominal) | 140.5 (3,568.7) | 140.0 (3,556.0) |
| Turning diameter – ft. (m)(a) | 45.1 (13.7) | 41.6 (12.7) |
(a) Turning diameter is measured at the outside of the tires at curb height; it and lock-to-lock steering wheel turns may differ with optional tires and wheels.
Steering: Crew Cab pickup+−
| 2WD | 2WD | 4WD | 4WD | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Box length | 6-ft. 4-in. | 8-ft. | 6-ft. 4in. | 8-ft. |
| Wheelbase (nominal) | 149.4 (3,794.8) | 169.4 (4,302.8) | 148.9 (3,782.1) | 168.9 (4,290.1) |
| Turning diameter – ft. (m)(a) | 47.5 (14.5) | 53.2 (16.2) | 43.9 (13.4) | 49.2 (15.0) |
(a) Turning diameter is measured at the outside of the tires at curb height; it and lock-to-lock steering wheel turns may differ with optional tires and wheels.
Steering: Mega Cab pickup+−
| 2WD | 4WD | |
|---|---|---|
| Box length | 6-ft. 4-in. | 6-ft. 4-in. |
| Wheelbase (nominal) | 160.5 (4,076.7) | 160.0 (4,064.0) |
| Turning diameter – ft. (m)(a) | 50.67 (15.4) | 46.86 (14.3) |
(a) Turning diameter is measured at the outside of the tires at curb height; it and lock-to-lock steering wheel turns may differ with optional tires and wheels.
Cargo box+−
| 6-ft. 4-in. (Regular, Crew or Mega) | 8-ft. (Regular, Crew) | |
|---|---|---|
| SAE volume, cu. ft. (cu. m) | 57.5 (1.6) | 74.7 (2.1) |
| Length at floor, tailgate closed | 76.3 (1,938.5) | 98.3 (2,496.5) |
| Cargo width | 66.4 (1,686.9) | 66.4 (1,686.9) |
| Distance between wheelhouses | 51 (1,295.4) | 51 (1,295.4) |
| Depth | 20.1 (511.1) | 20.2 (513.0) |
| Tailgate opening width | 60.4 (1,535.3) | 60.4 (1,535.3) |
Regular Cab 140.5-in. WB, 8-ft. box SRW+−
| 4x2 | 4x4 | |
|---|---|---|
| Wheelbase | 140.5 (3,568.7) | 140.5 (3,568.7) |
| Track width – front | 68.6 (1,742.4) | 68.3 (1,734.8) |
| Track width – rear | 68.2 (1,732.3) | 68.2 (1,732.3) |
| Overall length | 231.0 (5,867.4) | 231.0 (5,867.4) |
| Overall width @ SgRP front | 78.9 (2,004.1) | 78.9 (2,004.1) |
| Overall height | 73.3 (1,861.8) | 75.7 (1,922.8) |
| Suspension or axle to ground – front | 7.6 (193.0) | 7.5 (190.5) |
| Suspension or axle to ground – rear | 7.4 (188.0) | 7.4 (188.0) |
| Approach angle (degrees) | 13.2 | 23.0 |
| Ramp breakover angle (degrees) | 16.5 | 16.9 |
| Departure angle (degrees) | 18.1 | 21.6 |
Crew Cab 149.5-in. WB, 6-ft. 4-in. box SRW+−
| 4x2 | 4x4 | |
|---|---|---|
| Wheelbase | 149.5 (3,797.3) | 149.5 (3,797.3) |
| Track width – front | 68.6 (1,742.4) | 68.3 (1,734.8) |
| Track width – rear | 68.2 (1,732.3) | 68.2 (1,732.3) |
| Overall length | 237.4 (6,029.9) | 237.4 (6,029.9) |
| Overall width @ SgRP front | 79.1 (2,009.1) | 79.1 (2,009.1) |
| Overall height | 73.7 (1,871.9) | 77.7 (1,973.6) |
| Suspension or axle to ground – front | 7.1 (180.3) | 7.4 (188.0) |
| Suspension or axle to ground – rear | 7.3 (185.4) | 7.1 (180.3) |
| Approach angle (degrees) | 13.4 | 21.8 |
| Ramp breakover angle (degrees) | 15.1 | 18.2 |
| Departure angle (degrees) | 18.8 | 22.3 |
Crew Cab 169.5-in. WB, 8-ft. box SRW+−
| 4x2 | 4x4 | |
|---|---|---|
| Wheelbase | 169.4 (4,302.7) | 168.9 (4,290.1) |
| Track width – front | 68.6 (1,742.4) | 68.3 (1,734.8) |
| Track width – rear | 68.2 (1,732.3) | 68.2 (1,732.3) |
| Overall length | 259.4 (6,588.8) | 259.4 (6,588.8) |
| Overall width @ SgRP front | 79.1 (2,009.1) | 79.1 (2,009.1) |
| Overall height | 73.5 (1,866.9) | 77.6 (1,971) |
| Suspension or axle to ground – front | 7.1 (180.3) | 7.3 (185.4) |
| Suspension or axle to ground – rear | 7.3 (185.4) | 7.2 (182.9) |
| Approach angle (degrees) | 13.4 | 21.7 |
| Ramp breakover angle (degrees) | 14.1 | 16.5 |
| Departure angle (degrees) | 18.0 | 21.4 |
Mega Cab 160.5-in. WB, 6-ft. 4-in. box SRW+−
| 4x2 | 4x4 | |
|---|---|---|
| Wheelbase | 160.5 (4,076.7) | 160.0 (4,064) |
| Track width – front | 68.6 (1,742.4) | 68.3 (1,734.8) |
| Track width – rear | 68.2 (1,732.3) | 68.2 (1,732.3) |
| Overall length | 248.4 (6,309.4) | 248.4 (6,309.4) |
| Overall width @ SgRP front | 79.1 (2,009.1) | 79.1 (2,009.1) |
| Overall height | 74.1 (1,882.1) | 78.3 (1,988.8) |
| Suspension or axle to ground – front | 7.8 (198.1) | 8.1 (205.7) |
| Suspension or axle to ground – rear | 7.8 (198.1) | 7.7 (195.6) |
| Approach angle (degrees) | 14.0 | 23.9 |
| Ramp breakover angle (degrees) | 15.8 | 18.3 |
| Departure angle (degrees) | 19.1 | 23.0 |
Accommodations+−
| Regular Cab | Crew Cab | Mega Cab | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Seating capacity, F/R | 3/0 or 2/0 | 3/3 or 2/3 | 3/3 or 2/3 |
| Front: headroom | 39.9 (1,013.5) | 41.0 (1,040.5) | 41.0 (1,040.5) |
| Front: legroom | 41 (1,041.4) | 41 (1,041.4) | 41 (1,041.4) |
| Front: shoulder room | 66 (1,676.4) | 66 (1,676.4) | 66 (1,676.4) |
| Front: hip room | 62.9 (1,598.7) | 63.2 (1,605.3) | 63.2 (1,605.3) |
| Front: seat travel | 9.0 (230.0) | 9.0 (230.0) | 9.0 (230.0) |
| Front: recliner range (degrees) | 85 (38 RWD, 47 FWD) | 56 (38 RWD, 18 FWD) | 56 (38 RWD, 18 FWD) |
| Rear: headroom | — | 39.9 (1,013.5) | 40.3 (1,023.6) |
| Rear: legroom | — | 40.3 (1,023.6) | 43.3 (1,099.5) |
| Rear: shoulder room | — | 65.7 (1,668.8) | 65.7 (1,668.8) |
| Rear: hip room | — | 63.2 (1,605.3) | 63.2 (1,605.3) |
| Interior volume: front – cu. ft. (cu. m) | 62.5 (1.8) | 64.2 (1.8) | 64.2 (1.8) |
| Interior volume: rear – cu. ft. (cu. m) | — | 61.1 (1.7) | 66.3 (1.9) |
Source: 2017 Ram 2500 HD Specifications (Stellantis media site).
General information+−
| Vehicle type | Crew Cab |
| Assembly plant | Saltillo Truck Assembly Plant, Coahuila, Mexico |
| EPA vehicle class | Standard Pickup |
Body and chassis+−
| Layout | 4WD, Longitudinal, front engine, transfer case |
| Construction | Ladder-type frame, steel cab, double-wall steel pickup box |
Engine: 6.4-liter HEMI V-8+−
| Type and description | Eight-cylinder, 90-degree V-type, liquid-cooled, with variable-valve timing (VVT) |
| Displacement | 392 cu. in. (6,417 cu. cm) |
| Bore x stroke | 4.09 x 3.72 (103.9 x 94.6) |
| Valve system | VVT, push-rod operated overhead valves (16, two-per-cylinder), eight deactivating and eight hydraulic lifters, all with roller followers |
| Fuel injection | Sequential, multiport, electronic, returnless |
| Construction | Deep-skirt cast-iron block with cross-bolted main bear caps, 356 aluminum cylinder heads with hemispherical combustion chambers |
| Compression ratio | 10.0:1 |
| Power (SAE gross) | 410 hp (306 kW) @ 5,600 rpm |
| Torque (SAE gross) | 429 lb.-ft. (582 N•m) at 4,000 rpm |
| Maximum engine speed | 5,800 rpm limited |
| Fuel requirement | Unleaded regular, 87 octane (R+M)/2 |
| Oil capacity | 7.0 qt. (6.6 liters) |
| Coolant capacity | 15.75 liters |
| Emission control | Three-way catalytic converters, heated oxygen sensors, cooled electronic EGR and individual cylinder fuel control |
Transmission: 66RFE — automatic six-speed+−
| Description | Three planetary gear sets, one overrunning clutch, full electronic control, electronically controlled converter clutch |
| 1st | 3.23 |
| 2nd | 1.84 |
| 3rd | 1.41 |
| 4th | 1.00 |
| 5th | 0.82 |
| 6th | 0.63 |
| Reverse | 4.44 |
| Crawl ratio | 35:1 |
Transfer case: BW 44-47+−
| Type | Part-time, BW 44-47 manual shift |
| Operating modes | 2WD High; 4WD High; Neutral; 4WD Low |
| Low-range ratio | 2.64 |
| Center differential | None |
Axles+−
| Front | AAM 9.25-in. beam front axle with center disconnect and electric-locking differentials |
| Rear | AAM 11.5-in. beam rear axle with electric-locking differentials |
| Ratio | 4.10:1 |
Electrical system+−
| Alternator rating | 180-amp standard with 6.4-liter |
| Alternator rating | Optional dual (220 and 160) alternators |
| Battery | Group 65, maintenance-free, 750 CCA |
Suspension+−
| Front | Three-link (Articulink) with track bar, coil springs, electronic-disconnecting stabilizer bar, solid axle |
| Rear | Five-link with track bar, coil springs, stabilizer bar, solid axle |
Brakes+−
| Front: size and type – in. (mm) | Rotors 14.17-in. x 1.54-in. disc with twin-piston pin-slider caliper and anti-lock braking system (ABS) |
| Rear: size and type – in. (mm) | Rotors 14.09 x 1.34-in. disc with twin-piston pin-slider caliper and ABS |
| Power-assist type | Dual-rate, tandem diaphragm vacuum (gas) |
Air bags+−
| Crew Cab | 6 |
Steering+−
| Assist | Hydraulic |
| Ratio | 15.58 |
| Lock to lock | 3.33 |
Dimensions and capacities+−
| Nominal box size | 6ft. 4-in. |
| SAE volume, cu. ft. (cu m) | 57.5 (1.6) |
| Length at floor, tailgate closed | 76.3 (1,938.5) |
| Cargo width | 66.4 (1,686.9) |
| Distance between wheelhouses | 51 (1,295.4) |
| Depth | 20.1 (511.1) |
| Tailgate opening width | 60.4 (1,535.3) |
| Curb weight (pounds) | 6996 |
| GCWR | 17,500 |
| GVWR | 8,510 |
| Wheelbase | 149.3 |
| Track width – front | 68.6 |
| Track width – rear | 68.0 |
| Overall length | 237.3 |
| Overall width SgRP front | 79.1 |
| Overall height | 81.0 |
| Running ground clearance | 14.3 |
| Suspension or axle to ground – front | 8.5 |
| Suspension or axle to ground – front | 8.3 |
| Approach angle (degrees) | 33.6 |
| Ramp breakover angle | 23.5 |
| Departure angle | 26.2 |
| Turning circle (feet) | 47.7 |
| Water fording depth (inches) | 30 |
| RTI (20 degree ramp) | 423/510 Sway-bar disconnect |
The sheet prints 'Suspension or axle to ground – Front' twice (8.5 and 8.3); the second is presumably the rear but is transcribed as printed. Weights and dimensions on this sheet are given without metric conversions, as printed.
Accommodations+−
| Seating capacity, F/R | 3/3 |
| Front: headroom | 41.0 (1,040.5) |
| Front: legroom | 41 (1,041.4) |
| Front: shoulder room | 66 (1,676.4) |
| Front: hip room | 63.2 (1,605.3) |
| Front: seat travel | 9.0 (230.0) |
| Front: recliner range (degrees) | 56 (38 RWD, 18 FWD) |
| Rear: headroom | 39.9 (1,013.5) |
| Rear: legroom | 40.3 (1,023.3) |
| Rear: shoulder room | 65.7 (1,668.8) |
| Rear: hip room | 63.2 (1,605.3) |
| Interior volume: front – cu. ft. (cu m) | 64.2 (1.8) |
| Interior volume: rear – cu. ft. (cu m) | 61.1 (1.7) |
Source: 2017 Ram Power Wagon Specifications (Stellantis media site).
General information+−
| Vehicle type | Crew Cab and Mega Cab, 4WD |
| Assembly plants | Saltillo Truck Assembly Plant, Coahuila, Mexico |
| EPA vehicle class | Standard Pickup |
Body/chassis+−
| Model | 4WD |
| Layout | Longitudinal, front engine, transfer case |
| Construction | Ladder-type frame, steel cab, double-wall steel pickup box |
Engine: 5.7-liter HEMI V-8+−
| Type and description | Eight-cylinder, 90-degree V-8, liquid-cooled with variable-valve timing (VVT) |
| Displacement | 345 cu. in. (5,654 cu. cm) |
| Bore x stroke | 3.92 x 3.58 (99.5 x 90.9) |
| Valve system | Pushrod-operated overhead valves, 16 valves, hydraulic lifters with roller followers |
| Fuel injection | Sequential, multiport, electronic, returnless |
| Construction | Deep-skirt cast-iron block with cross-bolted main bearing caps, aluminum alloy heads with hemispherical combustion chambers |
| Compression ratio | 10.5:1 |
| Power | 383 bhp (286 kW) @ 5,600 rpm |
| Torque | 400 lb.-ft. (542 N•m) @ 4,000 rpm |
| Max. engine speed | 5,800 rpm |
| Fuel requirement | Unleaded mid-grade, 89 octane (R+M)/2 — recommended; Unleaded regular, 87 octane (R+M)/2 — acceptable; Compressed Natural Gas — optional |
| Oil capacity | 7.0 quarts (6.6 liters) |
| Coolant capacity | 18.3 quarts (17.30 liters) |
| Emission control | Three-way catalytic converters, heated oxygen sensors, internal engine features and knock sensors |
Engine: 6.4-liter HEMI V-8+−
| Type and description | Eight-cylinder, 90-degree V-type, liquid-cooled, with variable-valve timing (VVT) |
| Displacement | 392 cu. in. (6,417 cu. cm) |
| Bore x stroke | 4.09 x 3.72 (103.9 x 94.6) |
| Valve system | VVT, push-rod operated overhead valves (16, two per cylinder), eight deactivating and eight hydraulic lifters, all with roller followers |
| Fuel injection | Sequential, multiport, electronic, returnless |
| Construction | Deep-skirt cast-iron block with cross-bolted main bearing caps, 356 aluminum cylinder heads with hemispherical combustion chambers |
| Compression ratio | 10.0:1 |
| Power | 410 hp (306 kW) @ 5,600 rpm |
| Torque | 429 lb.-ft. (582 N•m) at 4,000 rpm |
| Maximum engine speed | 5,800 rpm limited |
| Fuel requirement | Unleaded regular, 87 octane (R+M)/2 |
| Oil capacity | 7.0 quarts (6.6 liters) |
| Coolant capacity | 16.6 quarts (15.75 liters) |
| Emission control | Three-way catalytic converters, heated oxygen sensors, cooled electronic EGR and individual cylinder fuel control |
Engine: 6.7-liter Cummins Turbo Diesel I-6 (two versions)+−
| Type and description | Six-cylinder, inline, liquid-cooled, turbocharged, intercooled |
| Displacement | 408 cu. in. (6,690 cu. cm) |
| Bore x stroke | 4.21 x 4.88 (107 x 124) |
| Valve system | OHV, 24 valves, solid lifters |
| Fuel injection | Electronic high-pressure common rail |
| Construction | Cast-iron block and head |
| Compression ratio | 16.2:1 |
| Power | 350 bhp (261 kW) @ 2,800 rpm (G56 manual transmission) |
| Torque (manual) | 660 lb.-ft. (881 N•m) @ 1,400 rpm |
| Power | 370 bhp (276 kW) @ 2,800 rpm (68RFE automatic transmission) |
| Torque (automatic) | 800 lb.-ft. (1,084 N•m) @ 1,600 rpm |
| Maximum high-idle engine speed | 3,200 rpm |
| Fuel requirement | Ultra low-sulfur diesel |
| Oil capacity | 12.0 quarts (11.3 liters) with filter |
| Coolant capacity | 23.8 quarts (22.50 liters) |
| Emission controls | Selective Catalytic Reduction (SCR) |
Transmission: G56 — manual six-speed overdrive+−
| Availability | 6.7-liter diesel |
| Description | Synchronized in all gears |
| 1st | 5.94 |
| 2nd | 3.28 |
| 3rd | 1.98 |
| 4th | 1.31 |
| 5th | 1.0 |
| 6th | 0.74 |
| Reverse | 5.42 |
| Axle ratios | 3.42 |
Transmission: 66RFE — automatic six-speed+−
| Availability | 5.7-liter HEMI V-8 and 6.4-liter HEMI V-8 |
| Description | Three planetary gear sets, one overrunning clutch, full electronic control, electronically controlled converter clutch |
| 1st | 3.23 |
| 2nd | 1.84 |
| 3rd | 1.41 |
| 4th | 1.00 |
| 5th | 0.82 |
| 6th | 0.63 |
| Reverse | 4.44 |
| Axle ratios | 3.73 and 4.10 |
Transmission: 68RFE — automatic six-speed+−
| Availability | 6.7-liter diesel |
| Description | Three planetary gear-sets, one overrunning clutch, full electronic control, electronically controlled converter clutch |
| 1st | 3.23 |
| 2nd | 1.84 |
| 3rd | 1.41 |
| 4th | 1.0 |
| 5th | 0.82 |
| 6th | 0.63 |
| Reverse | 4.44 |
| Axle ratios | 3.42 |
Transfer cases: BW 44-46, BW 44-47+−
| Availability | Optional on 6.7-liter diesel, 6.4-liter HEMI V-8 and 5.7-liter HEMI V-8 |
| Type | Part-time – BW 44-47 manual shift and BW 44-46 electric shift |
| Operating modes | 2WD; 4WD High; Neutral; 4WD Low |
| Low-range ratio | 2.64 |
| Center differential | None |
Axles+−
| Front | AAM 9.25-in. beam front axle with center disconnect |
| Rear | AAM 11.5-in. beam rear axle |
Electrical system+−
| Alternator rating | 160-amp standard with 5.7-liter HEMI V-8 |
| Alternator rating | 180-amp included with 6.4-liter HEMI V-8 and 6.7-liter diesel, optional on 5.7-liter HEMI V-8 |
| Alternator rating | Dual (220 and 160) optional on 6.4-liter HEMI V-8 |
| Alternator rating | Dual 220-amp optional on 6.7-liter diesel |
| Battery description | Group 65, maintenance-free, 730 CCA on 5.7-liter HEMI V-8 and 6.4-liter HEMI V-8 |
| Battery description | Dual Group 65, maintenance-free, 730 CCA on 6.7-liter diesel |
Suspension+−
| Model | 4WD |
| Front | Three-link with track bar, coil springs, stabilizer bar, solid axle |
| Rear | Five-link with track bar, coil springs, stabilizer bar, solid axle (optional air bags) |
Brakes+−
| Front: size and type | Rotors 14.17 x 1.54. (359.9 x 39.1) disc with twin-piston pin-slider caliper and ABS |
| Rear: size and type | Rotors 14.09 x 1.34 (357.9 x 34.0) disc with twin-piston pin-slider caliper and ABS |
| Power-assist type | Dual-rate, tandem diaphragm vacuum (gas); Hydro-boost (diesel) |
Air bags+−
| Crew Cab | 6 |
| Mega Cab | 6 |
Steering+−
| Power-assist | Hydraulic assist |
Steering: Crew Cab pickup+−
| 6-ft. 4-in. box | 8-ft. box | |
|---|---|---|
| Model | 4WD | 4WD |
| Box length | 6-ft., 4in. | 8-ft. |
| Wheelbase (nominal) | 148.9 (3,782.1) | 168.9 (4,290.1) |
| Turning diameter – ft. (m)(a) | 43.9 (13.38) | 49.2 (15.0) |
(a) Turning diameter is measured at the outside of the tires at curb height; it and lock-to-lock steering wheel turns may differ with optional tires and wheels.
Steering: Mega Cab pickup+−
| Model | 4WD |
| Box length | 6-ft., 4-in. |
| Wheelbase (nominal) | 160.0 (4,064.0) |
| Turning diameter – ft. (m)(a) | 46.86 (14.28) |
(a) Turning diameter is measured at the outside of the tires at curb height; it and lock-to-lock steering wheel turns may differ with optional tires and wheels.
Cargo box+−
| 6-ft. 4-in. (Crew or Mega) | 8-ft. (Crew) | |
|---|---|---|
| SAE volume, cu. ft. (cu. m) | 57.5 (1.6) | 74.7 (2.1) |
| Length at floor, tailgate closed | 76.3 (1,938.5) | 98.3 (2,496.5) |
| Cargo width | 66.4 (1,686.9) | 66.4 (1,686.9) |
| Distance between wheelhouses | 51 (1,295.4) | 51 (1,295.4) |
| Depth | 20.1 (511.1) | 20.2 (513.0) |
| Tailgate opening width | 60.4 (1,535.3) | 60.4 (1,535.3) |
Crew Cab 149.5-in. WB 6-ft. 4-in. box SRW+−
| 4x4 | |
|---|---|
| Wheelbase | 149.5 (3,797.3) |
| Track width – front | 68.3 (1,734.8) |
| Track width – rear | 68.2 (1,732.3) |
| Overall length | 237.4 (6,029.9) |
| Overall width @ SgRP front | 79.1 (2,009.1) |
| Overall height | 77.7 (1,973.6) |
| Suspension or axle to ground – front | 7.4 (188.0) |
| Suspension or axle to ground – rear | 7.1 (180.3) |
| Approach angle (degrees) | 21.8 |
| Ramp breakover angle (degrees) | 18.2 |
| Departure angle (degrees) | 22.3 |
Crew Cab 169.5-in. WB 8-ft. box SRW+−
| 4x4 | |
|---|---|
| Wheelbase | 168.9 (4,290.1) |
| Track width – front | 68.3 (1,734.8) |
| Track width – rear | 68.2 (1,732.3) |
| Overall length | 259.4 (6,588.8) |
| Overall width @ SgRP front | 79.1 (2,009.1) |
| Overall height | 77.6 (1,971) |
| Suspension or axle to ground – front | 7.3 (185.4) |
| Suspension or axle to ground – rear | 7.2 (182.9) |
| Approach angle (degrees) | 21.7 |
| Ramp breakover angle (degrees) | 16.5 |
| Departure angle (degrees) | 21.4 |
Mega Cab 160.5-in. WB 6-ft. 4-in. box SRW+−
| 4x4 | |
|---|---|
| Wheelbase | 160.0 (4,064) |
| Track width – front | 68.3 (1,734.8) |
| Track width – rear | 68.2 (1,732.3) |
| Overall length | 248.4 (6,309.4) |
| Overall width @ SgRP front | 79.1 (2,009.1) |
| Overall height | 78.3 (1,988.8) |
| Suspension or axle to ground – front | 8.1 (205.7) |
| Suspension or axle to ground – rear | 7.7 (195.6) |
| Approach angle (degrees) | 23.9 |
| Ramp breakover angle (degrees) | 18.3 |
| Departure angle (degrees) | 23.0 |
Accommodations+−
| Crew Cab | Mega Cab | |
|---|---|---|
| Seating capacity, F/R | 3/3 or 2/3 | 3/3 or 2/3 |
| Front: headroom | 41.0 (1,040.5) | 41.0 (1,040.5) |
| Front: legroom | 41 (1,041.4) | 41 (1,041.4) |
| Front: shoulder room | 66 (1,676.4) | 66 (1,676.4) |
| Front: hip room | 63.2 (1,605.3) | 63.2 (1,605.3) |
| Front: seat travel | 9.0 (230.0) | 9.0 (230.0) |
| Front: recliner range (degrees) | 56 (38 RWD, 18 FWD) | 56 (38 RWD, 18 FWD) |
| Rear: headroom | 39.9 (1,013.5) | 40.3 (1,023.6) |
| Rear: legroom | 40.3 (1,023.6) | 43.3 (1,099.5) |
| Rear: shoulder room | 65.7 (1,668.8) | 65.7 (1,668.8) |
| Rear: hip room | 63.2 (1,605.3) | 63.2 (1,605.3) |
| Interior volume: front – cu. ft. (cu. m) | 64.2 (1.8) | 64.2 (1.8) |
| Interior volume: rear – cu. ft. (cu. m) | 61.1 (1.7) | 66.3 (1.9) |
Source: 2017 Ram 2500 4x4 Specifications (Stellantis media site).
Which equipment is standard, optional or part of a package on each trim, from the manufacturer's 2017 feature availability guide.
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| Feature | TradesmanRegular/Crew Cab | SLTRegular/Crew/Mega Cab | Big Horn/Lone StarCrew/Mega Cab | Power WagonCrew Cab | LaramieCrew/Mega Cab | Laramie Power WagonCrew Cab | Laramie LonghornCrew/Mega Cab | LimitedCrew/Mega Cab |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine/Transmission | ||||||||
| 5.7L HEMI bi-fuel CNG/gas engine/six-speed automatic transmision (66RFE; 2500 Regular and Crew Cab 8-ft. box only) 383 hp/400 lb.-ft. of torque | ✓ | ✓ | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 5.7L HEMI V-8 gas engine/ six-speed automatic transmision (66RFE; SRW only) 383 hp/400 lb.- ft. of torque | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | — | ✓ | — | ✓ | ✓ |
| 6.4L HEMI V-8 gas engine with fuel saver mode/six-speed automatic transmision (66RFE) 410 hp/429 lb.-ft. of torque (370 hp 3500 Mega Cab) | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ||||
| 6.7L Cummins Turbo Diesel engine/six-speed manual (G56) 350 hp/660 lb.-ft. of torque | — | — | — | — | ||||
| 6.7L Cummins Turbo Diesel engine/six-speed automatic transmision (68RFE) 370 hp/800 lb. ft. of torque | — | — | ||||||
| 6.7L Cummins Turbo Diesel engine/six-speed Aisin heavy-duty automatic transmision (3500 only) 385 hp/900 lb.-ft. of torque | — | — | ||||||
| Diesel exhaust fluid (DEF) system (standard with diesel engine) | Pkg | Pkg | Pkg | — | Pkg | — | Pkg | Pkg |
| Mechanical Features | ||||||||
| Alternator160-amp (standard with gas engine) | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | — | ✓ | — | ✓ | ✓ |
| 180-amp (standard on diesel; included with 6.4L HEMI V-8; included with Snow Plow Prep Group or Snow Chief Group on 5.7L HEMI V-8-equipped models) | O/P | O/P | O/P | ✓ | O/P | ✓ | O/P | O/P |
| 220-amp (included with Snow Plow Prep Group or Snow Chief Group on diesel and 6.4L gas-equipped models; also included with dual alternator options) | O/P | O/P | O/P | Pkg | O/P | Pkg | O/P | O/P |
| Dual-rated at 440 amps (6.7L diesel only; includes two 220-amp alternators) | — | — | ||||||
| AxlesAnti-spin rear differential (standard on 3500; included with Snow Chief Group) | O/P/S | O/P/S | O/P/S | — | O/P/S | — | O/P/S | O/P/S |
| Electronically locking front and rear differentials (included with Power Wagon Package) Crew Cab only | Pkg | — | — | ✓ | — | ✓ | — | — |
| 3.42 ratio (standard for diesel) | — | — | ||||||
| 3.73 ratio (standard for gas; available for 3500 DRW diesel) | S/O | S/O | S/O | — | S/O | — | S/O | S/O |
| 4.10 ratio (optional for gas; available for 3500 DRW diesel; included with Power Wagon Package) | O/P | ✓ | ✓ | |||||
| 11.5-in. rear axle – 3500 DRW only (included with 6.4L gas engine, diesel/G56 manual transmission, diesel/68RFE or diesel/Aisin automatic transmission with 3.42 axle ratio) | Pkg | Pkg | Pkg | — | Pkg | — | Pkg | Pkg |
| 11.8-in. rear axle – 3500 DRW only (included with diesel/Aisin automatic transmission with 3.73 and 4.10 axle ratios; optional with 68RFE automatic transmission) | O/P | O/P | O/P | — | O/P | — | O/P | O/P |
| Diesel exhaust brake — with “smart” function (included with diesel engine) | Pkg | Pkg | Pkg | — | Pkg | — | Pkg | Pkg |
| Electronic upfitter module — N/A with premium speakers | — | — | — | — | ||||
| Engine block heater — included with Cold Weather Group on diesel-equipped models | O/P | O/P | O/P | O/P | O/P | O/P | ||
| Fuel Tanks18.2-gallon equivalent (gas) dual CNG tanks (included with CNG engine) | Pkg | Pkg | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 28-gallon tank (included with Regular Cab models equipped with diesel) | Pkg | Pkg | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 32-gallon tank (included with 8-ft. box; standard with CNG engine) | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | — | ✓ | — | ✓ | ✓ |
| Fuel tank (included with Power Wagon Package) 2500 only | Pkg | — | — | ✓ | — | ✓ | — | — |
| ShocksFront, heavy-duty | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | — | ✓ | — | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear, heavy-duty | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | — | ✓ | — | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front, performance-tuned (included with Off-road Package) 2500 only | Pkg | Pkg | Pkg | — | Pkg | — | Pkg | Pkg |
| Rear, performance tuned (included with Off-road Package) 2500 only | Pkg | Pkg | Pkg | — | Pkg | — | Pkg | Pkg |
| Front and rear Bilstein gas-charged monotube (included with Power Wagon Package) | Pkg | — | — | ✓ | — | ✓ | — | — |
| Skid plates (4x4) — transfer case (included in Protection Group, Snowplow Prep Group, Snow Chief Group, Off-road Package and Power Wagon Package) | F/P | F/P | F/P | ✓ | F/P | ✓ | F/P | F/P |
| SuspensionFront, three-link coil spring suspension | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | — | ✓ | — | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front, Ram Articulink suspension (included with Power Wagon Package) 2500 only | Pkg | — | — | ✓ | — | ✓ | — | — |
| Front electronic disconnecting stabilizer bar (included with Power Wagon Package) 2500 only | Pkg | — | — | ✓ | — | ✓ | — | — |
| Front stabilizer bar | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | — | ✓ | — | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear, Hotchkiss leaf spring suspension (3500 only) | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | — | ✓ | — | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bilstein monotube shocks | — | — | — | — | — | — | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear, auto-level dual-mode air spring suspension system | — | — | ||||||
| Tow Hooks3500 models | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | — | ✓ | — | ✓ | ✓ |
| 2500 models (included with diesel engine; optional on 4x2; included with Protection Group, included with Off-road Package, included with Power Wagon Package on 4x4 models) | O/P | O/P | O/P | ✓ | O/P | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Transfer Cases (4x4 Models Only)Manual shift-on-the-fly | ✓ | — | — | ✓ | — | ✓ | — | — |
| Electronic shift-on-the-fly | ✓ | ✓ | — | ✓ | — | ✓ | ✓ | |
| WinchWARN, front, electric, 12,000-lb. capacity (included with Power Wagon Package) | Pkg | — | — | ✓ | — | ✓ | — | — |
| Exterior Features | ||||||||
| BedlinerSpray-in (not available with Ram 2500 CNG model) | ✓ | ✓ | ||||||
| Under-Rail drop-in | Fleet | Fleet | Fleet | Fleet | Fleet | Fleet | — | — |
| Bed lighting system — LED, included with RamBox system or Luxury Group | O/P | Pkg | Pkg | Pkg | O/P | O/P | ✓ | ✓ |
| Body Model and BoxRegular Cab 8-ft. box | — | — | — | — | — | — | ||
| Crew Cab 6-ft.,4-in. box (SRW only) | ✓ | ✓ | ||||||
| Crew Cab 8-ft. box | — | — | ||||||
| Mega Cab 6-ft.,4-in. box | — | — | — | |||||
| BumpersPainted Black | ✓ | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Chrome (included with Chrome Appearance Group, Chrome Bumper Package, Power Wagon Package or with monotone paint) | Pkg | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | Pkg | Pkg |
| Painted body color (included with Black Appearance Group or Sport Appearance Group) | — | — | Pkg | — | Pkg | — | — | ✓ |
| Painted lower body color | — | — | — | — | — | — | ✓ | — |
| Clearance LampsCab (included with DRW) | O/P | O/P | O/P | ✓ | O/P | O/P | O/P | |
| Box and rear fender (included with DRW) | Pkg | Pkg | Pkg | — | Pkg | — | Pkg | Pkg |
| Door HandlesBlack (included with low-volume paint or Black Appearance Group) | ✓ | Pkg | Pkg | — | — | — | — | — |
| Body color (included with Sport Appearance Group) | — | — | — | ✓ | Pkg | — | — | — |
| Chrome with body-color bezel | — | ✓ | ✓ | — | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Fog Lamps (Fleet option with Chrome Appearance Group; included with SLT Popular Equipment Group or Power Wagon Package) | F/P | O/P | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| GrilleBlack surround with Black inserts (included with Black Appearance Group) | ✓ | — | Pkg | — | — | — | — | — |
| Chrome surround with Black hex inserts (included in Chrome Appearance Group) | Pkg | ✓ | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Chrome surround with chrome billet inserts | — | — | ✓ | — | — | — | — | — |
| Body-color surround with Black inserts (included with Sport Appearance Group) | — | — | — | — | Pkg | — | — | — |
| Black with Ram lettering | — | — | — | ✓ | — | — | — | — |
| Chrome surround with chrome wave-perforated inserts | — | — | — | — | ✓ | ✓ | — | — |
| Chrome surround with chrome wave-mesh inserts | — | — | — | — | — | — | ✓ | — |
| Chrome limited grille | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | ✓ |
| Headlamps/Tail LampsQuad halogen headlamps/incandescent tail lamps | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | — | — | — | — | — |
| Black bezel quad halogen headlamps/incandescent tail lamps (included with Black Appearance Group) | — | — | Pkg | — | — | — | — | — |
| Black premium projector headlamps/premium Black LED tail lamps (included with Sport Appearance Group) | — | — | — | ✓ | Pkg | — | — | — |
| Premium chrome projector headlamps/premium LED tail lamps | — | — | — | — | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto high-beam headlamp control (included in Convenience Group) | — | — | — | — | Pkg | Pkg | Pkg | ✓ |
| Headlamp Filler PanelBlack (included with Power Wagon Package or low-volume paint) | Pkg | Pkg | Pkg | ✓ | — | — | — | — |
| Body-color | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | — | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mirrors2500, standard size, 6 x 9-in., manual (Black; Regular Cab only) | ✓ | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Power, heated (Black; included with Power Accessory Group or Power and Remote Entry Group on Tradesman Regular Cab) | P/S | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | — | — | — | — |
| Power-folding, heated, puddle, turn, auto-dimming (Black; included with Luxury Group) | — | Pkg | Pkg | Pkg | — | — | — | — |
| Power-folding, heated, puddle, turn, auto-dimming, memory (Black) (included with Leather and Luxury Group or Sport Appearance Group) | — | — | — | Pkg | Pkg | — | — | — |
| Power-folding, heated, puddle, turn, auto-dimming, memory (chrome) | — | — | — | — | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| 2500, available size, 7 x 11-in. (trailer-tow mirrors, two-position fold-away with convex edge) Manual (Black; Regular Cab only) | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | |
| Power-heated, puddle, turn (Black; requires Power Accessory Group or Power and Remote Entry Group on Tradesman Regular Cab) | F/O | — | — | — | — | |||
| Power, heated, puddle, turn, power fold (Black; requires Luxury Group) | — | — | — | — | — | |||
| Power, heated, puddle, turn, memory, power fold (Black) (optional with Sport Appearance Group) | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | |
| Power, heated, puddle, turn, memory, power fold (chrome) | — | — | — | — | ||||
| 3500, standard size, 7 x 11-in. (trailer-tow mirrors, two-position fold-away with convex edge) manual (Black; Regular Cab only) | ✓ | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Power, heated, puddle, turn (Black; included with Power Accessory Group or Power and Remote Entry Group on Tradesman Regular Cab) | Pkg | ✓ | ✓ | — | — | — | — | — |
| Power, heated, puddle, turn, power fold (Black; included with Luxury Group) | — | Pkg | Pkg | — | — | — | — | — |
| Power, heated, puddle, turn, memory, power fold (Black) (included with Sport Appearance Group) | — | — | — | — | Pkg | — | — | — |
| Power, heated, puddle, turn memory, power fold (chrome) | — | — | — | — | ✓ | — | ✓ | ✓ |
| RamBox cargo management system — with illuminated, lockable, drainable bins on both bed sides; stowable bed divider/extender; LED bed lighting system and cargo rail system with adjustable cleats (short box only; SRW only; Tradesman model requires remote keyless entry; N/A with low-volume paints) | ✓ | |||||||
| Running boards — accent color | — | — | — | — | — | — | ✓ | — |
| Side StepsBlack, cab-length; restricted by vehicle color on select models | — | — | — | — | ||||
| Chrome, cab-length; included with Monotone Laramie Longhorn | — | — | O/P | — | ||||
| Chrome, wheel-to-wheel; not available on Regular Cab or DRW | — | — | ✓ | |||||
| Wheel FlaresBlack (included with Off-road Package or Power Wagon Package) | Pkg | — | — | ✓ | — | — | — | — |
| Body-color (included with Off-road Package or monotone paint) | — | Pkg | Pkg | — | ✓ | ✓ | Pkg | ✓ |
| Lower body color (included with two-tone paint) | — | — | — | — | Pkg | — | ✓ | — |
| Windshield WipersRain-sensing (included with Convenience Group) | — | — | — | — | Pkg | Pkg | Pkg | ✓ |
| Interior Features | ||||||||
| Air ConditioningManual | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | — | — | — | — |
| Dual-zone automatic temperature control (included with with 8.4-in. touchscreen radios) | — | Pkg | Pkg | Pkg | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auxilliary Instrument Panel switches — N/A with heated seats or with 3.0 or 5.0 radios (included with Snow Chief Group) | O/P | O/P | O/P | — | O/P | — | O/P | O/P |
| Cluster3.5-in. driver information display (DID) | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | — | — | — | — | — |
| 3.5-in. driver information display (DID) (included with CNG engine) | Pkg | Pkg | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 7-in. driver information display (DID) (included with Luxury Group) | — | Pkg | Pkg | — | ✓ | ✓ | — | — |
| 7-in. driver information display (DID) (Power Wagon Graphic) | — | — | — | Pkg | — | — | — | — |
| 7-in. driver information display(DID) (with Laramie Longhorn filigree) | — | — | — | — | — | — | ✓ | — |
| 7-in. driver information display (DID) (with unique Limited detail) | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | ✓ |
| ConsoleMini floor console (included with six-speed manual transmission or manual transfer case) | Pkg | Pkg | Pkg | ✓ | Pkg | Pkg | — | — |
| Full-size floor console (included with bucket seats) | — | Pkg | Pkg | — | Pkg | — | ✓ | ✓ |
| Overhead console (included with 5.0 radio) | Pkg | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | — | — | — | — |
| Overhead console with universal garage door opener (included with Luxury Group or Leather and Luxury Group) | — | Pkg | Pkg | Pkg | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Door LocksManual door locks (Regular Cab only) | ✓ | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Power door locks (included with Power Accessory Group or Power and Remote Entry Group on Tradesman Regular Cab) | P/S | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Keyless Enter ’n Go | — | — | — | — | ✓ | |||
| Floor CoveringBlack vinyl (not available on Mega Cab) | ✓ | — | — | — | — | |||
| Carpet (included with Tradesman Popular Equipment Group) | Pkg | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Floor MatsFront, carpeted (Regular Cab only; included with Tradesman Popular Equipment Group; requires carpet floor covering) | Pkg | ✓ | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Front and rear, carpeted (included with Tradesman Popular Equipment Group; requires carpet floor covering) | Pkg | ✓ | ✓ | — | ✓ | ✓ | — | — |
| Front, rubber (Regular Cab only; requires carpet floor covering) | — | — | — | — | — | — | ||
| Front and rear, rubber | ✓ | — | — | — | — | |||
| Front and rear, luxury | — | — | — | — | — | — | ✓ | ✓ |
| MirrorsRearview day/night | ✓ | ✓ | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Rearview auto-dimming with video display (included with Luxury Group or ParkView backup camera, if equipped with 3.0 radio) | Pkg | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Rearview auto-dimming with microphone (included with Luxury Group) | Pkg | Pkg | Pkg | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| PedalsNon-adjustable | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | — | — |
| Power-adjustable (requires automatic transmission) | — | — | — | — | — | |||
| Power-adjustable with memory (requires automatic transmission) | — | — | — | — | ✓ | ✓ | ||
| SeatsManually adjustable driver and front-passenger seat | Pkg | Pkg | — | Pkg | — | — | — | — |
| Ten-way power driver’s seat and manual front passenger seat | — | Pkg | Pkg | Pkg | — | — | — | — |
| Ten-way power driver’s seat with memory and six-way power front-passenger seat (included with premium seats) | — | — | — | Pkg | Pkg | Pkg | Pkg | Pkg |
| Two-way power lumbar support (included with premium seats) | — | Pkg | Pkg | Pkg | Pkg | Pkg | Pkg | Pkg |
| Heated front seats, (included with Heated Seats and Wheel Group) | — | — | Pkg | Pkg | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Heated second row seats (Crew Cab and Mega Cab only; included with premium seats) | — | — | — | — | Pkg | — | Pkg | Pkg |
| Ventilated front seats, (included with premium seats) | — | — | — | Pkg | Pkg | Pkg | Pkg | Pkg |
| Vinyl 40/20/40 split-bench front seat with folding front armrest/cup holder, floor-mounted storage tray on Crew Cab (Crew Cab models include folding rear bench seat trimmed in vinyl) | ✓ | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Ram Work Grade Vinyl 40/20/40 split-bench front seat with folding front armrest/cup holder, floor-mounted storage tray on Crew Cab (Crew Cab models include folding rear bench seat trimmed in vinyl) | Fleet | — | — | — | — | — | — | |
| Cloth 40/20/40 split-bench front seat, front armrest with cup holder (Crew Cab and Mega Cab models include cloth folding rear bench seat; included with Tradesman Popular Equipment Group) | Pkg | ✓ | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Cloth/Vinyl 40/20/40 split-bench front seat, front armrest with cup holder, rear 60/40 split fold seat and fold flat load floor | — | — | — | ✓ | — | — | — | — |
| Premium cloth-trimmed 40/20/40 split-bench front seat, front armrest with cup holder, power 10-way driver’s seat, power lumbar adjuster, front center-seat-cushion storage, 115-volt auxiliary power outlet (Crew Cab and Mega Cab models include 60/40 split-folding rear bench seat and fold flat load floor ) (included with SLT Popular Equipment Group) | — | O/P | ✓ | — | — | — | — | — |
| Premium cloth/vinyl 40/20/40 split-bench front seat, power 10-way driver’s seat, power lumbar adjuster, full-length floor console, 115-volt auxiliary power outlet (60/40 split-folding rear bench seat and fold flat load floor) | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | |
| Premium cloth-trimmed low-back bucket seats, power 10-way driver’s seat, power lumbar adjuster, full-length floor console, 115-volt auxiliary power outlet (Crew Cab and Mega Cab models include 60/40 split-folding rear bench seat trimmed in cloth and fold flat load floor) | — | — | — | — | — | — | ||
| Leather-trimmed 40/20/40 split-bench heated and ventilated front with power 10-way/ memory for driver and power six-way passenger, power lumbar adjuster, front center-seatcushion storage and folding center armrest with cup holder, 115-volt auxiliary power outlet, 60/40 split-folding rear bench seat trimmed in vinyl and fold flat load floor (included with Leather and Luxury Group) | — | — | — | Pkg | — | — | — | — |
| Leather-trimmed 40/20/40 split-bench heated and ventilated front with power 10-way/ memory for driver and power six-way passenger, power lumbar adjuster, front center-seatcushion storage and folding center armrest with cup holder, 115-volt auxiliary power outlet (Crew Cab and Mega Cab models include 60/40 split-folding rear bench seat trimmed in vinyl and fold flat load floor) | — | — | — | — | ✓ | ✓ | — | — |
| Leather-trimmed high-back, ventilated and heated bucket seats, includes power 10-way driver and power six-way passenger, power lumbar adjuster, full-length floor console, 115-volt auxiliary power outlet and heated second-row on Crew Cab models (Crew Cab and Mega Cab models include 60/40 split-folding rear bench seat trimmed in vinyl and fold flat load floor ) | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | |
| Premium leather with laser-etched design, high-back ventilated and heated bucket seats, includes power 10-way driver and power six-way passenger, power lumbar adjuster, premium full-length floor console, 115-volt auxiliary power outlet, heated second-row seats; includes 60/40 split-folding premium leather with laser-etched design rear bench seat and fold flat load floor (available only in Canyon Brown) | — | — | — | — | — | — | ✓ | — |
| Premium leather high-back, ventilated and heated bucket seats, includes power 10-way driver and power six-way passenger, power lumbar adjuster, premium full-length floor console, 115-volt auxiliary power outlet, heated second-row seats; includes 60/40 split-folding premium leather rear bench seat and fold flat load floor (available in Canyon Brown or Cattle Tan) | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | |
| Premium Natura leather high-back, ventilated and heated bucket seats, includes power 10-way driver and power six-way passenger, power lumbar adjuster, premium full-length floor console, 115-volt auxiliary power outlet, heated second-row seats; includes 60/40 split-folding premium leather rear bench seat and fold flat load floor (available only in Black) | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | ✓ |
| Steering WheelUrethane | ✓ | ✓ | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Leather-wrapped with audio controls (included in Luxury Group) | — | Pkg | Pkg | — | — | — | — | — |
| Perforated leather-wrapped with accent stitching and audio controls | — | — | — | ✓ | — | — | — | — |
| Leather-wrapped, heated with audio controls (included with Heated Seats and Wheel Group) | — | — | Pkg | Pkg | ✓ | ✓ | — | — |
| Leather-wrapped, heated, with real wood and audio controls | — | — | — | — | — | — | ✓ | ✓ |
| StorageBehind the seat (Regular Cab and Mega Cab) | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | — | ✓ | — | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front center-seat-cushion storage (included with remote CD player and with premium bench seats) | Pkg | Pkg | Pkg | Pkg | Pkg | Pkg | — | — |
| Fold-flat load floor (Crew Cab only) | — | Pkg | Pkg | Pkg | Pkg | Pkg | Pkg | Pkg |
| Sunroof — power (not available with Regular Cab) | — | |||||||
| VisorsPassenger-side with vanity mirror | — | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | — | — | — | — |
| Driver and passenger-side with illuminated vanity mirror (included with Luxury Group or Leather and Luxury Group) | — | Pkg | Pkg | Pkg | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| WindowsManual windows (Regular Cab only) | ✓ | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Power windows, front one-touch down (Regular Cab; included with Power Accessory or Power and Remote Entry Group) | Pkg | ✓ | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Rear fixed window | ✓ | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Rear sliding window, manual (Regular Cab) | ✓ | — | — | — | — | — | — | |
| Rear sliding window, power (Crew Cab and Mega Cab) | — | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear window defroster | Fleet | |||||||
| Uconnect Multimedia | ||||||||
| Connectivity115-volt AC auxiliary | — | Pkg | Pkg | Pkg | Pkg | Pkg | Pkg | Pkg |
| 2.5-amp charging USB port (included with Uconnect 5.0 and 8.4-in. radios) | Pkg | Pkg | Pkg | Pkg | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Media hub (included with RA1, UA1, RA2 radios) — 1.5-amp fully functional USB port, auxiliary jack for mobile devices | Pkg | Pkg | Pkg | Pkg | — | — | — | — |
| Media hub (included with Uconnect 8.4 radios)— 1.5-amp fully functional USB port, auxiliary jack for mobile devices | — | Pkg | Pkg | Pkg | Pkg | Pkg | Pkg | Pkg |
| Radios3.0 AM/FM | ✓ | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Uconnect 3.0 AM/FM/Bluetooth Voice Command | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | |
| Uconnect 5.0 AM/FM/SAT/Bluetooth (5-in. touchscreen display) | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | — | — | — | — | |
| Uconnect 8.4 AM/FM/SAT/Bluetooth/NAV-ready/Voice Command (8.4-in. touchscreen display) (included with Leather and Luxury Group) | — | O/P | ✓ | ✓ | — | — | ||
| Uconnect 8.4 NAV AM/FM/SAT/Bluetooth/NAV/Voice Command (8.4-in. touchscreen display) | — | Fleet | ✓ | ✓ | ||||
| Radio controls — steering wheel-mounted audio controls (included with leather-wrapped steering wheel) | — | Pkg | Pkg | Pkg | Pkg | Pkg | Pkg | Pkg |
| SiriusXM Radio (included with Tradesman Popular Equipment Group or 5.0 and 8.4 radios) | F/P | Pkg | Pkg | Pkg | Pkg | Pkg | Pkg | Pkg |
| SiriusXM Traffic and SiriusXM Travel Link (included with Uconnect 8.4 NAV radio) | — | — | Pkg | Pkg | Pkg | Pkg | Pkg | Pkg |
| Speaker SystemsSix-speakers | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | — | — | — | — |
| Premium I audio system (Regular Cab only) | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | |
| Premium II audio system with subwoofer (surround sound requires premium seat) (included with Leather and Luxury Group) | — | O/P | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ||
| Tires and Wheels | ||||||||
| Tires – 2500LT245/70R17E BSW All-Season tires | ✓ | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| LT285/70R17D OWL All-Terrain tires (included with Power Wagon Package) | Pkg | — | — | ✓ | — | ✓ | — | — |
| LT275/70R18E BSW All-Season tires (included with Chrome Appearance Group) | Pkg | ✓ | ✓ | — | ✓ | — | ✓ | — |
| LT275/70R18E OWL On-/Off-road tires (included with Off-road Group, Snow Chief Group and Popular Equipment Group; optional with Chrome Appearance Group) | O/P | O/P | O/P | — | O/P | — | O/P | — |
| LT285/60R20E OWL On-/Off-Road tires (included with Black Appearance group or Sport Appearance Group, optional with Off Road Group, included with optional 20-in. wheels) | — | O/P | O/P | — | O/P | — | O/P | ✓ |
| Add full-size spare tire (requires Box Delete) | — | — | — | — | — | |||
| 3500 Single Rear Wheel — LT275/70R18E BSW All-Season tires | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | — | ✓ | — | ✓ | — |
| LT275/70R18E OWL On-/Off-Road tires (included with Snow Chief Group and SLT Popular Equipment Group; optional with Chrome Appearance Group) | O/P | O/P | O/P | — | O/P | — | O/P | — |
| LT285/60R20E OWL On-/Off-Road tires (included with optional 20-in. wheels; included with Black Appearance and Sport Appearance Groups) | — | Pkg | O/P | — | O/P | — | Pkg | ✓ |
| 3500 DRW — LT235/80R17E BSW All-Season tires (included with dual rear wheels) | Pkg | Pkg | Pkg | — | Pkg | — | Pkg | Pkg |
| LT235/80R17E OWL On-/Off-road tires (included with Popular Equipment Group) | O/P | — | — | |||||
| Wheels – 250017 x 7.5-in. steel painted | ✓ | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 17 x 8-in. polished aluminum (included with Power Wagon Package) | Pkg | — | — | — | — | ✓ | — | — |
| 17 x 8-in. aluminum with Matte Black pockets | — | — | — | ✓ | — | — | — | — |
| 18 x 8-in. steel painted (included with Box Delete option) | O/P | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 18 x 8-in. steel chrome-clad (included with Chrome Appearance Group) | Pkg | ✓ | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 18 x 8-in. polished aluminum | — | ✓ | — | — | — | — | — | |
| 18 x 8-in. polished aluminum | — | — | — | — | ✓ | — | — | — |
| 18 x 8-in. polished aluminum with White Gold pockets | — | — | — | — | — | — | ✓ | — |
| 18 x 8-in. polished aluminum with Silver pockets (included with monotone paint) | — | — | — | — | — | — | Pkg | — |
| 20 x 8-in. aluminum Black painted wheel (included with Black Appearance or Sport Appearance Groups) | — | — | Pkg | — | Pkg | — | — | — |
| 20 x 8-in. aluminum painted Satin Carbon with chrome inserts | — | — | — | — | — | |||
| 20 x 8-in. polished aluminum with White Gold pockets | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | |
| 20 x 8-in. polished aluminum with Silver pockets (optional with monotone paint) | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | |
| 20 x 8-in. six-spoke painted aluminum with chrome inserts | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | ✓ |
| Wheels – 3500 SRW18 x 8-in. steel painted | ✓ | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 18 x 8-in. steel chrome-clad (included in Chrome Appearance Group) | Pkg | ✓ | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 18 x 8-in. polished aluminum | — | ✓ | — | — | — | — | — | |
| 18 x 8-in. polished aluminum | — | — | — | — | ✓ | — | — | — |
| 18 x 8-in. polished aluminum with White Gold pockets | — | — | — | — | — | — | ✓ | — |
| 18 x 8-in. polished aluminum with Silver pockets (included with Monotone paint) | — | — | — | — | — | — | Pkg | — |
| 20 x 8-in. aluminum Black painted wheel (included with Black Appearance or Sport Appearance Groups) | — | — | Pkg | — | Pkg | — | — | — |
| 20 x 8-in. aluminum painted Satin Carbon with chrome inserts | — | — | — | — | — | |||
| 20 x 8-in. polished aluminum with White Gold pockets | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | |
| 20 x 8-in. polished aluminum with Silver pockets (optional with monotone paint) | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | |
| 20 x 8-in. six-spoke painted aluminum with chrome inserts | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | ✓ |
| Steel spare wheel | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | — | ✓ | — | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wheels – 3500 DRW17 x 6-in. steel painted | ✓ | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 17 x 6-in. steel with chrome finish (included in Chrome Appearance Group) | Pkg | ✓ | ✓ | — | — | — | — | — |
| 17 x 6-in. polished aluminum | — | — | ✓ | — | — | ✓ | ||
| 17 x 6-in. polished aluminum with Laramie Longhorn cap | — | — | — | — | — | — | ✓ | — |
| 17-in. steel spare (included with DRW) | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | — | ✓ | — | ✓ | ✓ |
| Safety and Security | ||||||||
| CargoView Camera (requires Uconnect 8.4 radios) | — | |||||||
| Electronic trailer brake controller | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | |
| ParkSense rear park assist | Fleet | — | — | — | — | |||
| ParkSense front and rear park assist (included with Leather and Luxury Group) | — | O/P | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ||
| ParkView rear backup camera — video displayed in rearview mirror with 3.0 radio or on-screen with CargoView Camera with other radios (included with Black Appearance group or Leather and Luxury Group) | O/P | O/P | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ||
| Remote keyless entry with All-Secure — controls for power door locks, tailgate, RamBox system, illuminated entry system, panic alarm (included with Tradesman Popular Equipment or Power and Remote Entry Group) | F/P | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Remote start (requires automatic transmission) | — | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ||||
| Security alarm — detects break-in (included with Leather and Luxury Group) | — | O/P | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ||
| Tire pressure information system — without alert (3500 models only) | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | — | ✓ | — | ✓ | ✓ |
| Packages/Equipment Groups | ||||||||
| Black Appearance GroupBlack door handles, Black exterior mirrors, Black Ram tailgate badge, Black 4x4 badge (4x4 only), black bezel quad halogen headlamps, Black painted front and rear bumpers, Black grille and 20-in. Black painted wheels with OWL tires (SRW Models only) | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | |
| Box DeleteRegular Cab, Crew Cab, not available with diesel engine | — | — | — | — | — | |||
| Chrome Appearance Groupchrome bumpers, chrome grille surround and steel chrome-clad wheels (SRW) or steel wheels with chrome finish (DRW) | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | |
| Chrome Bumper Packagechrome front and rear bumpers | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | |
| Cold Weather Groupengine block heater and winter front grille cover (diesel only) | — | — | ||||||
| Convenience Groupauto high-beam headlamp control, rain-sensing wipers (N/A with CargoView Camera) | — | — | — | — | — | |||
| Dual Rear Wheel Group3500 only; N/A with Crew Cab six-ft.,4-in. box (includes clearance lamps for the cab, box and fenders) | — | — | ||||||
| Fifth-wheel/Gooseneck Towing Prep Groupin-bed seven-pin harness connector and mounting provisions for fifth-wheel or gooseneck hitches | — | — | ||||||
| Heated Seats and Wheel Groupheated cloth seats, heated leather steering wheel | — | — | — | — | — | — | ||
| Leather and Luxury Groupoverhead console with universal garaged door opener, deluxe door trim panel, leather trimmed 40/20/40 bench seat, security alarm, memory function for radio/driver seat and mirrors, sun visors with illuminated vanity, power fold-away mirrors, glove box and underhood lamp, rear dome lamp with on/off switch, LED interior lighting, front and rear door accent lighting, Premium II audio system, Uconnect 8.4 radio, ParkView backup camera, front and rear ParkSense system | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | |
| Luxury Groupoverhead console with universal garage door opener, illuminated vanity mirror, auto-dimming mirror, exterior heated/power-folding mirrors with signal and puddle lamps, heated seats and steering wheel, premium cluster with 7-in. driver information display (DID), switchable dome lamp, ashtray lamp, LED bed lighting system, leather-wrapped steering wheel with audio controls, glove box lamp, underhood lamp | — | — | — | — | — | |||
| Off-road PackageHill-descent Control, tow hooks, transfer case skid plate, wheel flares, OFF ROAD decal, performance tuned front and rear shocks and OWL ON/OFF road tires | — | — | ||||||
| Popular Equipment Group Tradesman40/20/40 cloth bench seat, carpeted flooring, floor mats, remote keyless entry and SiriusXM Radio | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | |
| Popular Equipment Group SLTpremium cloth 40/20/40 bench seat, fog lamps, OWL tires (Regular Cab only) | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | |
| Power Accessory Grouppremium vinyl door trim, power heated mirror, power windows and power locks (Regular Cab only) | Fleet | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Power and Remote Entry Grouppremium vinyl door trim, remote keyless entry, power heated mirror, power windows and power locks (Regular Cab only) | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | |
| Power Wagon Packageincludes, Hill-descent Control, 180-amp alternator, front and rear locking differentials, 4.10 axle ratio, tow hooks, fuel tank and transfer case skid plates, front electric winch, Black wheel flares, fog lamps, black headlamp filler panels, chrome front and rear bumpers, electronic disconnecting front sway bar, Ram Articulink front suspension, 17-in. polished aluminum wheels with LT285/70RD OWL All Terrian Tires (2500 Crew cab 6-ft.,4-in. bed 4x4 only) | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | |
| Protection Group (4x4 only)tow hooks and transfer case skid plate | — | — | ||||||
| Snow Chief Group180-amp alternator for 5.7L V-8, (220-amp alternator for 6.4L V-8 or 6.7L Cummins Turbo Diesel engine), anti-spin differential, transfer case skid plate, auxiliary switches, clearance lamps, 18-in. wheels and OWL On-/Off-road tires (single-rear-wheel models only) | — | — | ||||||
| Snowplow Prep Group180-amp alternator for 5.7L V-8, 220-amp for 6.4L V-8 and 6.7L diesel, transfer case skid plate (4x4 models only) | — | — | ||||||
| Sport Appearance Groupmonotone paint, body-color door handles, Black exterior mirrors, Black Ram tailgate badge, Black 4x4 badge (4x4 only), blacked-out projector head lamps and blacked-out LED tail lamps, body color painted front and rear bumpers, body-color grille with black insert and 20-in. Black painted wheels with OWL tires (SRW Models only) | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | |
- Codes follow the guide: S standard, O optional, P part of a package, NA not available (printed as a dash). F marks a fleet-only option.
- Applies to Ram 2500 and 3500 (SRW and DRW). The Power Wagon columns are 2500 only; 3500 is not offered with Power Wagon trims.
- Some rows apply only to a specific model or cab, as stated in the row label.
What each trim adds
Equipment that becomes standard at each step up, compared with the next trim down in price. Packages and options aren't counted.
Laramie (Crew/Mega Cab) over Big Horn/Lone Star (Crew/Mega Cab)+22 standard +
- ✓Chrome surround with chrome wave-perforated inserts
- ✓Premium chrome projector headlamps/premium LED tail lamps
- ✓Power-folding, heated, puddle, turn, auto-dimming, memory (chrome)
- ✓Power, heated, puddle, turn memory, power fold (chrome)
- ✓Body-color (included with Off-road Package or monotone paint)
- ✓Dual-zone automatic temperature control (included with with 8.4-in. touchscreen radios)
- ✓7-in. driver information display (DID) (included with Luxury Group)
- ✓Overhead console with universal garage door opener (included with Luxury Group or Leather and Luxury Group)
- ✓Rearview auto-dimming with microphone (included with Luxury Group)
- ✓Heated front seats, (included with Heated Seats and Wheel Group)
- ✓Leather-trimmed 40/20/40 split-bench heated and ventilated front with power 10-way/ memory for driver and power six-way passenger, power lumbar adjuster, front center-seatcushion storage and folding center armrest with cup holder, 115-volt auxiliary power outlet (Crew Cab and Mega Cab models include 60/40 split-folding rear bench seat trimmed in vinyl and fold flat load floor)
- ✓Leather-wrapped, heated with audio controls (included with Heated Seats and Wheel Group)
- ✓Driver and passenger-side with illuminated vanity mirror (included with Luxury Group or Leather and Luxury Group)
- ✓2.5-amp charging USB port (included with Uconnect 5.0 and 8.4-in. radios)
- ✓Uconnect 8.4 AM/FM/SAT/Bluetooth/NAV-ready/Voice Command (8.4-in. touchscreen display) (included with Leather and Luxury Group)
- ✓Premium II audio system with subwoofer (surround sound requires premium seat) (included with Leather and Luxury Group)
- ✓Wheels – 2500: 18 x 8-in. polished aluminum
- ✓Wheels – 3500 SRW: 18 x 8-in. polished aluminum
- ✓Wheels – 3500 DRW: 17 x 6-in. polished aluminum
- ✓ParkSense front and rear park assist (included with Leather and Luxury Group)
- ✓ParkView rear backup camera — video displayed in rearview mirror with 3.0 radio or on-screen with CargoView Camera with other radios (included with Black Appearance group or Leather and Luxury Group)
- ✓Security alarm — detects break-in (included with Leather and Luxury Group)
Laramie Longhorn (Crew/Mega Cab) over Laramie (Crew/Mega Cab)+18 standard +
- ✓Suspension: Bilstein monotube shocks
- ✓2500 models (included with diesel engine; optional on 4x2; included with Protection Group, included with Off-road Package, included with Power Wagon Package on 4x4 models)
- ✓Spray-in (not available with Ram 2500 CNG model)
- ✓Bed lighting system — LED, included with RamBox system or Luxury Group
- ✓Bumpers: Painted lower body color
- ✓Chrome surround with chrome wave-mesh inserts
- ✓Running boards — accent color
- ✓Lower body color (included with two-tone paint)
- ✓7-in. driver information display(DID) (with Laramie Longhorn filigree)
- ✓Full-size floor console (included with bucket seats)
- ✓Floor Mats: Front and rear, luxury
- ✓Power-adjustable with memory (requires automatic transmission)
- ✓Premium leather with laser-etched design, high-back ventilated and heated bucket seats, includes power 10-way driver and power six-way passenger, power lumbar adjuster, premium full-length floor console, 115-volt auxiliary power outlet, heated second-row seats; includes 60/40 split-folding premium leather with laser-etched design rear bench seat and fold flat load floor (available only in Canyon Brown)
- ✓Leather-wrapped, heated, with real wood and audio controls
- ✓Uconnect 8.4 NAV AM/FM/SAT/Bluetooth/NAV/Voice Command (8.4-in. touchscreen display)
- ✓18 x 8-in. polished aluminum with White Gold pockets
- ✓17 x 6-in. polished aluminum with Laramie Longhorn cap
- ✓Remote start (requires automatic transmission)
Limited (Crew/Mega Cab) over Laramie Longhorn (Crew/Mega Cab)+14 standard +
- ✓Painted body color (included with Black Appearance Group or Sport Appearance Group)
- ✓Chrome limited grille
- ✓Auto high-beam headlamp control (included in Convenience Group)
- ✓RamBox cargo management system — with illuminated, lockable, drainable bins on both bed sides; stowable bed divider/extender; LED bed lighting system and cargo rail system with adjustable cleats (short box only; SRW only; Tradesman model requires remote keyless entry; N/A with low-volume paints)
- ✓Chrome, wheel-to-wheel; not available on Regular Cab or DRW
- ✓Body-color (included with Off-road Package or monotone paint)
- ✓Rain-sensing (included with Convenience Group)
- ✓7-in. driver information display (DID) (with unique Limited detail)
- ✓Door Locks: Keyless Enter ’n Go
- ✓Premium Natura leather high-back, ventilated and heated bucket seats, includes power 10-way driver and power six-way passenger, power lumbar adjuster, premium full-length floor console, 115-volt auxiliary power outlet, heated second-row seats; includes 60/40 split-folding premium leather rear bench seat and fold flat load floor (available only in Black)
- ✓LT285/60R20E OWL On-/Off-Road tires (included with Black Appearance group or Sport Appearance Group, optional with Off Road Group, included with optional 20-in. wheels)
- ✓LT285/60R20E OWL On-/Off-Road tires (included with optional 20-in. wheels; included with Black Appearance and Sport Appearance Groups)
- ✓20 x 8-in. six-spoke painted aluminum with chrome inserts
- ✓Wheels – 3500 DRW: 17 x 6-in. polished aluminum
Laramie Power Wagon (Crew Cab) over Power Wagon (Crew Cab)+21 standard +
- ✓Door Handles: Chrome with body-color bezel
- ✓Chrome surround with chrome wave-perforated inserts
- ✓Premium chrome projector headlamps/premium LED tail lamps
- ✓Headlamp Filler Panel: Body-color
- ✓Power-folding, heated, puddle, turn, auto-dimming, memory (chrome)
- ✓Body-color (included with Off-road Package or monotone paint)
- ✓Dual-zone automatic temperature control (included with with 8.4-in. touchscreen radios)
- ✓7-in. driver information display (DID) (included with Luxury Group)
- ✓Overhead console with universal garage door opener (included with Luxury Group or Leather and Luxury Group)
- ✓Front and rear, carpeted (included with Tradesman Popular Equipment Group; requires carpet floor covering)
- ✓Heated front seats, (included with Heated Seats and Wheel Group)
- ✓Leather-trimmed 40/20/40 split-bench heated and ventilated front with power 10-way/ memory for driver and power six-way passenger, power lumbar adjuster, front center-seatcushion storage and folding center armrest with cup holder, 115-volt auxiliary power outlet (Crew Cab and Mega Cab models include 60/40 split-folding rear bench seat trimmed in vinyl and fold flat load floor)
- ✓Leather-wrapped, heated with audio controls (included with Heated Seats and Wheel Group)
- ✓Driver and passenger-side with illuminated vanity mirror (included with Luxury Group or Leather and Luxury Group)
- ✓2.5-amp charging USB port (included with Uconnect 5.0 and 8.4-in. radios)
- ✓Uconnect 8.4 AM/FM/SAT/Bluetooth/NAV-ready/Voice Command (8.4-in. touchscreen display) (included with Leather and Luxury Group)
- ✓Premium II audio system with subwoofer (surround sound requires premium seat) (included with Leather and Luxury Group)
- ✓17 x 8-in. polished aluminum (included with Power Wagon Package)
- ✓ParkSense front and rear park assist (included with Leather and Luxury Group)
- ✓ParkView rear backup camera — video displayed in rearview mirror with 3.0 radio or on-screen with CargoView Camera with other radios (included with Black Appearance group or Leather and Luxury Group)
- ✓Security alarm — detects break-in (included with Leather and Luxury Group)
Standard on every trim (23)
- Axles: 11.5-in. rear axle – SRW
- Battery — 730-amp, maintenance-free (two required for diesel)
- 31-gallon tank (included with 6-ft.,4-in. box)
- Steering — Power recirculating ball
- Rear, five-link coil spring suspension (2500 only)
- Four-/seven-pin trailer harness plug (combination receptacle)
- Trailer Tow: Class V hitch receiver
- Winch: Tire carrier
- Headlamps/Tail Lamps: Automatic headlamps
- Windshield Wipers: Variable/intermittent
- Rear, under-seat compartment (Crew Cab only)
- Rear, in-floor storage boxes (Crew Cab only)
- Power windows, front one-touch up/down (Crew Cab and Mega Cab)
- Connectivity: 12-volt DC auxiliary
- Tires – 2500: Full-size spare tire
- Wheels – 2500: Steel spare wheel
- Air Bags: Multistage front
- Air Bags: Supplemental side-curtain
- Air Bags: Supplemental front-seat side-mounted
- Brakes — four-wheel antilock disc brakes
- Electronic stability control — includes Brake Assist, electronic roll mitigation, Hill-start Assist, Rain Brake Support, Ready Alert Braking, all-speed traction control and trailer-sway control
- Sentry Key theft deterrent system — engine immobilizer
- Tire pressure monitoring (TPM) — with display and alert (2500 only)
Source: 2017 Ram Heavy Duty Feature Availability, Stellantis North America. Equipment can change during the model year and some items arrive late; confirm on the window sticker.
2017 Ram 2500 maintenance schedule
The factory schedule for normal driving. Oil changes follow the oil-change indicator on most models; severe use (towing, dusty roads, lots of idling) shortens some intervals.
A dot means the service is due at that mileage. Engines: see schedule title.
| Service | 20k | 30k | 40k | 50k | 60k | 70k | 80k | 90k | 100k | 110k | 120k | 130k | 140k | 150k |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Additional Inspections | ||||||||||||||
| Inspect the CV/Universal joints. | ||||||||||||||
| Inspect front suspension, tie rod ends, and replace if necessary. | ||||||||||||||
| 1500 Models:Inspect the front and rear axle surfaces. If gear oil leakage is suspected, check the fluid level. If using your vehicle for police, taxi, fleet, off-road or frequent trailer towing, change axle fluid. | ||||||||||||||
| 2500/3500 Models:Inspect the front and rear axle surfaces. If gear oil leakage is suspected, check the fluid level. If using your vehicle for police, taxi, fleet, off-road or frequent trailer towing, change axle fluid. | ||||||||||||||
| Inspect the brake linings, replace as necessary. | ||||||||||||||
| Adjust parking brake as necessary. | ||||||||||||||
| Inspect transfer case fluid. | ||||||||||||||
| Additional Maintenance | ||||||||||||||
| Replace cabin air filter. | ||||||||||||||
| Replace engine air filter. | ||||||||||||||
| Replace spark plugs. | ||||||||||||||
| Flush and replace the engine coolant at 10 years or 150,000 miles (240,000 km) whichever comes first. | ||||||||||||||
| Change automatic transmission fluid and filter(s) (six-speed automatic only), if using your vehicle for police, taxi, fleet, or frequent trailer towing. | ||||||||||||||
| Change automatic transmission fluid and filter(s) (six-speed automatic only). | ||||||||||||||
| Inspect the transfer case fluid, change for any of the following: police, taxi, fleet, or frequent trailer towing. | ||||||||||||||
| Change the transfer case fluid. | ||||||||||||||
| Inspect and replace PCV valve if necessary. | ||||||||||||||
At Every Oil Change Interval As Indicated By Oil Change Indicator System
- Change oil and filter.
- Rotate the tires. Rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before the oil indicator system turns on.
- Inspect battery and clean and tighten terminals as required.
- Inspect automatic transmission fluid if equipped with dipstick.
- Inspect brake pads, shoes, rotors, drums, hoses and park brake.
- Inspect engine cooling system protection and hoses.
- Inspect exhaust system.
- Inspect engine air cleaner if using in dusty or off-road conditions.
- Lube the front drive shaft fitting (2500/3500 (4x4) models only).
2017 Ram 2500 fluids & capacities
Oil, coolant, transmission and axle fluids with their capacities and specifications, wheel torque and fuel requirements, from the owner's manual.
Fluid capacities
| System | Applies to | US | Metric |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fuel tank (approximate) | Shortbed models | 31 gal | 117 L |
| Longbed models | 32 gal | 121 L | |
| Engine oil with filter | 6.4L engine | 7 qt | 6.6 L |
| 5.7L engine | 7 qt | 6.6 L | |
| Cooling system | 5.7L engine | 18.3 qt | 17.3 L |
| 6.4L engine | 16.6 qt | 15.7 L | |
| Fuel tank (approximate) | 6.7L Cummins turbo diesel, 2500/3500 Standard Cab longbed | 28 gal | 106 L |
| 6.7L Cummins turbo diesel, 2500/3500 Crew/Mega Cab shortbed | 31 gal | 129 L | |
| 6.7L Cummins turbo diesel, 2500/3500 Crew Cab longbed | 32 gal | 132 L | |
| 6.7L Cummins turbo diesel, Chassis Cab standard rear tank | 52 gal | 197 L | |
| 6.7L Cummins turbo diesel, Chassis Cab optional midship tank | 22 gal | 83 L | |
| Diesel exhaust fluid tank (approximate) | 6.7L Cummins turbo diesel, 2500/3500 models | 5.5 gal | 21 L |
| 6.7L Cummins turbo diesel, Chassis Cab | 9 gal | 34 L | |
| Engine oil with filter | 6.7L Cummins turbo diesel | 12 qt | 11.4 L |
| Cooling system | 6.7L Cummins turbo diesel | 5.7 gal | 21.4 L |
Engine fluids
| Component | Fluid / grade | Standard | Mopar product |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine coolant | 10 Year/150,000 Mile Formula, Organic Additive Technology (OAT), propylene-glycol-free | MS.90032 | Mopar Antifreeze/Coolant 10 Year/150,000 Mile Formula OAT |
| Engine oil (5.7L engine) | API Certified SAE 5W-20 | MS-6395 | Mopar |
| Engine oil (6.4L engine) | Full synthetic SAE 0W-40, API SN | MS-12633 | Pennzoil Ultra 0W-40 or equivalent Mopar engine oil |
| Engine oil filter | Mopar brand filter | — | Mopar Engine Oil Filters |
| Spark plugs | Mopar spark plugs | — | Mopar Spark Plugs |
| Fuel selection (5.7L and 6.4L engines) | 89 octane recommended, 87 octane acceptable, 0-15% ethanol | — | — |
| Engine coolant (6.7L Cummins turbo diesel) | 10 Year/150,000 Mile Formula, Organic Additive Technology (OAT) | — | Mopar Antifreeze/Coolant 10 Year/150,000 Mile Formula OAT |
| Engine oil (6.7L Cummins turbo diesel, above 0°F (-18°C)) | SAE 15W-40, API CJ-4 required; Cummins CES 20081 oils also acceptable | MS-10902 | Mopar, Shell Rotella or Shell Rimula 15W-40 |
| Engine oil (6.7L Cummins turbo diesel, below 0°F (-18°C)) | SAE 5W-40 synthetic, API CJ-4 required | MS-10902 | Mopar, Shell Rotella or Shell Rimula 5W-40 synthetic |
| Engine oil filter (6.7L Cummins turbo diesel) | Mopar brand filter | — | Mopar Engine Oil Filters |
| Fuel filter (6.7L Cummins turbo diesel) | 3 micron rating required, with water separation | — | Mopar Fuel Filter |
| Crankcase ventilation filter (6.7L Cummins turbo diesel) | Mopar CCV filter | — | Mopar CCV Filter |
| Fuel selection (6.7L Cummins turbo diesel) | Ultra-low-sulfur highway diesel (15 ppm sulfur max), No. 2 diesel ASTM D-975 Grade S15; up to B5 biodiesel (ASTM D-975); pickups and B20-equipped chassis cabs up to B20 (ASTM D-7467) | — | — |
| Diesel exhaust fluid (6.7L Cummins turbo diesel) | API-certified DEF to ISO 22241 | ISO 22241 | Mopar Diesel Exhaust Fluid (API Certified) |
Chassis fluids & lubricants
| Component | Fluid / grade | Standard | Mopar product |
|---|---|---|---|
| Automatic transmission (Eight-speed automatic) | ZF 8 and 9 speed ATF or equivalent | — | Mopar ZF 8&9 Speed ATF |
| Automatic transmission (Six-speed automatic, gasoline engine) | ATF+4 | — | Mopar ATF+4 |
| Transfer case | BW44-44 transfer case fluid | — | Mopar BW44-44 Transfer Case Fluid |
| Front and rear axle | SAE 75W-85 HD GL-5 synthetic axle lubricant; limited-slip additive not required | — | Ram GL-5 Synthetic Axle Lubricant SAE 75W-85 HD |
| Brake master cylinder | DOT 3 (DOT 4 acceptable if DOT 3 unavailable) | — | Mopar DOT 3 |
| Power steering reservoir | Power steering fluid +4 or ATF+4 | — | Mopar Power Steering Fluid +4 or Mopar ATF+4 |
Fuel
| Engine | Minimum | Ethanol / biodiesel |
|---|---|---|
| 5.7L engine | 87 octane Regular unleaded (89 for optimum performance and fuel economy) | Up to 15% (E15) |
| 6.4L engine | 87 octane Regular unleaded (89 for optimum performance and fuel economy) | Up to 15% (E15) |
| 6.7L Cummins turbo diesel | Ultra-low-sulfur diesel (No. 2 diesel, ASTM D-975 Grade S15 (15 ppm sulfur max)) | Up to B5 (ASTM D-975); up to B20 (ASTM D-7467) on pickups and Chassis Cabs with optional B20 capability |
Wheel lug nut torque
| Wheels | Torque | Thread | Socket |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cone type | 130 ft-lb (176 N·m) | M14 x 1.50 | 22 mm |
| Flanged type | 129 ft-lb (175 N·m) | M14 x 1.50 | 22 mm |
- Dual wheels are flat mounted and center piloted; the lug nuts are a two-piece assembly, so clean the nut-to-washer interface when rotating or replacing tires.
- Use only dealer-recommended lug nuts/bolts and clean off dirt or oil before tightening.
- OAT coolant should not be mixed with HOAT or 'globally compatible' coolants.
- Engine oil capacities include the filter.
- Diesel Supplement capacities are for 2500/3500 models; Chassis Cab tank sizes listed separately.
Source: Owner's manual (PDF). Always confirm with the manual for your exact vehicle.
2017 Ram 2500 owner's manuals & publications
The manufacturer's owner's manual, quick guides, radio manuals, supplements and warranty booklets for the 2017 model year.
Owner's manuals
Quick guides
Uconnect & radio
Supplements
On Mopar.com
- Owner's manual on Mopar.com
- Maintenance schedule on Mopar.com
- Warranty information on Mopar.com
- How-to videos on Mopar.com
Manuals and guides are hosted by the manufacturer on vehicleinfo.mopar.com and open as PDFs. Mopar.com's owner site also has VIN-specific manuals and recall lookups.
2017 Ram 2500 questions
How much oil does the 2017 Ram 2500 take?
With a filter change: 6.4L engine, 7 qt / 6.6 L; 5.7L engine, 7 qt / 6.6 L; and 6.7L Cummins turbo diesel, 12 qt / 11.4 L. Capacities are from the owner's manual; check the dipstick or oil-life display after filling.
What kind of oil does the 2017 Ram 2500 use?
5.7L engine: API Certified SAE 5W-20 (MS-6395); 6.4L engine: Full synthetic SAE 0W-40, API SN (MS-12633); Engine oil filter: Mopar brand filter; 6.7L Cummins turbo diesel, above 0°F (-18°C): SAE 15W-40, API CJ-4 required; Cummins CES 20081 oils also acceptable (MS-10902); 6.7L Cummins turbo diesel, below 0°F (-18°C): SAE 5W-40 synthetic, API CJ-4 required (MS-10902); and 6.7L Cummins turbo diesel: Mopar brand filter.
When is the first scheduled maintenance on the 2017 Ram 2500?
At 20,000 miles: inspect front suspension, tie rod ends, and replace if necessary; 2500/3500 models:inspect the front and rear axle surfaces. if gear oil leakage is suspected, check the fluid level. if using your vehicle for police, taxi, fleet, off-road or frequent trailer towing, change axle fluid; inspect the brake linings, replace as necessary; adjust parking brake as necessary; replace cabin air filter. Oil changes in between follow the oil-change indicator.
Where can I find the 2017 Ram 2500 owner's manual?
The manufacturer publishes it free on Mopar.com as a PDF (linked in the manuals section above), along with quick guides, radio manuals and the warranty booklet.
Specifications come from the manufacturer's spec comparison and its media-site specification sheets; maintenance schedules, fluids and publications come from Mopar's owner site and owner's manuals. Equipment and ratings vary by configuration; check the owner's manual or a dealer for a specific vehicle.