New 2016 RAM 3500 at Dutchess for Poughkeepsie, NY

If you're reading this review, we're guessing you frequently face some absolutely massive towing and hauling challenges - in which case, you've come to the right place. Ram 3500's towing capabilities are unsurpassed in this segment, and with three cab styles, three engines, and six available trim styles the Ram 3500 has more than enough to offer. The only two competitors in this specialized heavy-duty truck class are the Chevrolet Silverado 3500HD (and its GMC Sierra sibling) and the Ford F-350. Neither come close to the Ram's tremendous 31,000-pound tow rating. In addition to the unique Mega Cab (extra-large crew cab) body style, the Ram 3500 also offers the option of a load-leveling rear air suspension.

Under the 3500's Hood

The extremely powerful Ram 3500 offers three different engines, including the standard 5.7L HEMI® V8 engine with Variable Valve Timing (VVT) gives the driver an efficient engine option without sacrificing performance, the 6.4L HEMI® V8 engine with Fuel Saver Technology delivers Best-in-Class gas horsepower and torque which shuts down four cylinders when cruising or driving downhill under light loads to optimize efficiency without sacrificing power, and the legendary 6.7L Cummins Turbo Diesel engine, a High-Output engine offering more torque in the low end where heavy-hauling customers need it most.

Design of RAM 3500

Ram 2500 and 3500 Heavy Duty trucks offer more innovative features than the competitors' trucks, including a five-link coil suspension with optional air suspension on Ram 2500 and a supplemental air bag suspension option on Ram 3500.The Limited's all-new grille is the most prominent change of the exterior. As the leading point of the new Limited, its new billet port grille breaks from the long tradition of crosshair styling with bold "RAM" lettering. A new front park assist system, mounted in the bumper, gives audible warning of nearby objects. Finally, the 6.7-liter Cummins High-Output Turbo Diesel I-6 for Ram 3500 is paired with the Aisin six-speed automatic transmission (AS69RC), leaving no doubt to Ram Heavy Duty's capability. It also includes dual 220-amp alternators (best-in-class 440 amps). Both the Ram 2500 and 3500 equipped with the new 6.4-liter HEMI V-8 gas engine also offer a dual-alternator system - the first gas-driven application of its kind in either class - which combines 220- and 160-amp units for 380 amps of total best-in-class output.In addition to 385 horsepower at 2,800 rpm, the most powerful Cummins generates torque of 900 lb.-ft. at 1,700 rpm. The AS69RC transmission features wide gear ratios that contribute to impressive shift performance, efficiency and drivability.

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Conclusions

Ram 3500, 4500 and 5500 Chassis Cab trucks are the brand's halo trucks in capability. Engineered and designed for extreme daily work, the Ram Chassis Cabs are built for an unrelenting duty-cycle with direct customer input. Creating a distinct identity for Ram Trucks has allowed the brand to concentrate on core customers and features they find valuable. Ram's most capable truck line focuses on delivering best-in-class capability and best-in-class total cost of ownership - a leading purchase reason among business owners. Ram has the truck market covered. The Ram 3500 features Best-in-class towing capability - 31,210 pounds with Ram 3500, Best-in-class payload - 7,390 pounds with Ram 3500 and Best-in-class torque - 900 lb.-ft. with Ram 3500 Cummins Turbo Diesel.