2018 Ram Commercial 3500, 4500 & 5500 Chassis Cab Fact Sheet

August 31, 2017 , Auburn Hills, Mich. -  Ram 3500, 4500 and 5500 Chassis Cab trucks are the Ram Commercial brand’s halo trucks in capability. Engineered and designed for extreme daily work and to be upfitter friendly, Ram Chassis Cabs are built for an unrelenting duty cycle with direct customer input. 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. The Ram Commercial brand will continue to expand its presence in the vocational truck segment by enhancing the capabilities of Ram’s Tradesman series of trucks and vans from half-ton to Class 5, establishing a network of more than 1,000 commercially focused dealers, and expanding commercial and vocational marketing efforts.

New for 2018

• Backup camera made standard on Ram 3500 Chassis Cab (10,000 GVWR)
• Uconnect 8.4 touchscreen radios now include Google Android Auto and Apple Car Play 

Highlights

• Ram Chassis Cab trucks can be ordered with an optional ParkSense Package, which includes a front park assist system
• Handsfree technology with Bluetooth capability on lower-cost radios

Engine options include:

• 6.4-liter HEMI® V-8 gas engine powers Ram’s hardest-working trucks with 370 horsepower at 4,600 rpm (410 horsepower at 5,600 rpm under 10,000-lb. GVWR) and 429 lb.-ft. of torque at 4,000 rpm, and features variable-valve timing (VVT) and Fuel Saver Technology cylinder deactivation
• 6.7-liter Cummins diesel engine available with high-output option producing 325 horsepower at 2,400 rpm and 750 lb.-ft. of torque at 1,500 rpm

Industry exclusives:

• Vehicle system interface module (VSIM) eases communication between aftermarket equipment modules and various Chassis Cab controls and functions
• Electronic stability control (ESC) on all models
• Best-in-class dual fuel tank capacity of 74 gallons (52-gallon tank plus 22-gallon tank)
• Best-in-class 15,000-mile oil change intervals on Cummins diesel
• Largest-in-class brakes
• Best-in-class dual alternator systems up to 440 amps
• Exclusive fit-to-use backup camera and front/rear parking sensors

Most upfitter friendly:

• Industry standard frame lengths of 60, 84, 108 and 120 inches
• No components or lines above the rear frame rails
• Through-the-frame plumbing and electrical
• Diesel exhaust fluid tank (DEF) refill port located at the rear of the cab on the driver’s side

Configurations in 2WD and 4x4 with cab to axle lengths of 60, 84, 108 and 120 inches:

• Ram 3500 Regular cab 10,000 GVWR
• Ram 3500 Regular cab
• Ram 3500 Crew cab
• Ram 4500 Regular cab
• Ram 4500 Crew cab
• Ram 5500 Regular cab
• Ram 5500 Crew cab

 
Model Lineup
Ram Chassis Cab trucks are available in the trim levels:

• Tradesman
• SLT
• Laramie 

Exterior Colors

• Bright Silver Metallic Blue Streak
• Bright White
• Delmonico Red Granite Crystal Metallic
• Flame Red
• Maximum Steel Metallic Black
• Pearl White
• RV Match Walnut Brown Metallic
• True Blue
• (19 Low volume colors also available)

Ram Brand
Ram offers a full lineup of pickups and commercial vehicles; the Ram 1500, 2500/3500 Heavy Duty, 3500/4500/5500 Chassis Cab and ProMaster vans.

The Ram Light-Duty and Heavy Duty pickups are considerably improved for 2025 and offer new products in the fastest growing segment within the pickup space—Sport Trucks. Ram introduced the largest variety of off-road performance trucks the brand has ever offered, including the new Ram 1500 RHO with more horsepower per dollar than any other performance off-road pickup.

In the commercial business, Ram is launching the new 2025 Chassis Cab line with improvements to help customers and upfitters. Ram Professional is making considerable changes in process, execution and resources with a focus on commercial offerings, dedicated B2B-focused expertise, and sales and service support, which are critical to growing in this segment.

Ram continues to outperform the competition, setting the benchmark in the most important areas for truck buyers:

• Segment-first: 1,000 lb.-ft of torque with Cummins Turbo Diesel
• Most luxurious: Ram 1500 Tungsten with air suspension, 24-way massage seats and 540 horsepower
• Ram 1500 and Heavy Duty: Best ride and handling with five-link solid rear axle with available, segment-exclusive, active-level air suspension
• Ram 1500 RHO: Best off-road performance per dollar
• Ram ProMaster: The most cargo space available in any traditional full size cargo van
• Ram Power Wagon: Most off-road capable full-size pickup

Ram is improving market competitiveness and growth while maintaining pricing power through products, services and electrified offerings. Aligned under the global presence of the Stellantis Pro One commercial vehicle organization, Ram currently offers a wide range of products globally, from the Ram 700 compact pickup to the Ram 5500 Chassis Cab and a range of ProMaster vans.

Ram is part of the portfolio of brands offered by leading global automaker and mobility provider Stellantis. For more information regarding Stellantis (NYSE: STLA), please visit www.stellantis.com.
 
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