Compare Ram Heavy Duty Trucks in Richmond, KY

Ram 2500 vs. Ram 3500 Heavy-Duty Trucks

The Ram 2500 and Ram 3500 trucks at Mann Chrysler Dodge Jeep of Richmond give Kentucky customers two levels of heavy-duty strength. The Ram 2500 is ideal for hauling large campers, equipment trailers, livestock trailers, and doing demanding work. The Ram 3500 raises the bar for heavier fifth-wheels, commercial hauling, and high-payload jobs. Buyers around Richmond, KY, can choose gas or diesel power, multiple cab layouts, towing technology, and upscale trims.

Ram 2500

Ram 3500

Ram 2500 vs. Ram 3500 Comparison

Ram 2500Ram 3500
Engine Options

6.4-liter HEMI V8, 405 horsepower, 429 pound-feet of torque

6.7-liter Cummins High-Output Turbocharged Diesel inline-six, 430 horsepower, 1,075 pound-feet of torque

6.4-liter HEMI V8, 405 horsepower, 429 pound-feet of torque

6.7-liter Cummins High-Output Turbocharged Diesel inline-six, 430 horsepower, 1,075 pound-feet of torque

Maximum Towing20,000 pounds37,020 pounds
Maximum Payload4,580 pounds (HEMI V8 and Payload Upgrade Package)7,590 pounds (HEMI V8)
Towing Tech Trailer Reverse Steering Control, Trailer Tire Pressure Monitoring, Trailer Tow Pages, Digital Rearview Mirror with Tow Mode, fifth-wheel/gooseneck prep available Same core towing systems, with higher towing and payload ratings
Cab Configurations Regular Cab, Crew Cab, Mega Cab; 6-foot, 4-inch or 8-foot box depending on configuration Regular Cab, Crew Cab, Mega Cab; 6-foot, 4-inch or 8-foot box depending on configuration
Maximum Seating66
Interior Comfort Available leather seating, Mega Cab reclining rear seats, in-floor storage Similar cabin choices with upscale Limited and Limited Longhorn appointments
Infotainment Available 14.5-inch Uconnect touchscreen, 12-inch digital cluster, 10.25-inch passenger display Same available screen lineup
Best Use Recreational towing, farm work, equipment hauling, everyday heavy-duty use Commercial hauling, large fifth-wheels, heavy trailers, high payload demands

Ram 2500 Performance

The Ram 2500 gives drivers near Berea, KY, serious towing and hauling strength in a three-quarter-ton truck. Its standard 6.4-liter HEMI V8 produces 405 horsepower and 429 pound-feet of torque, paired with a TorqueFlite eight-speed automatic transmission. Properly equipped models can tow up to 17,740 pounds. Maximum gas payload reaches 4,580 pounds with the available Payload Upgrade Package, which includes a Ram 3500 frame, leaf-spring rear suspension, and anti-spin rear differential.

The available 6.7-liter Cummins High-Output Turbodiesel inline-six generates 430 horsepower and 1,075 pound-feet of torque and pairs with a TorqueFlite HD eight-speed automatic transmission. Maximum diesel towing reaches 20,000 pounds, and maximum diesel payload is 3,990 pounds. Ram 2500 models without the Payload Upgrade Package use a five-link coil rear suspension, and an available auto-level rear air suspension can assist with load leveling and trailer hookups.

Ram 3500 Performance

The Ram 3500 raises capability limits for contractors, commercial users, fifth-wheel owners, and other buyers who regularly handle heavier loads. The 6.4-liter HEMI V8 produces 405 horsepower and 429 pound-feet of torque, with a maximum towing capacity of 18,140 pounds and a maximum payload of 7,580 pounds. Those ratings give truck buyers traveling from Winchester, KY, considerably more payload capacity than the Ram 2500.

The available 6.7-liter Cummins High-Output Turbodiesel inline-six produces 430 horsepower and 1,075 pound-feet of torque through a TorqueFlite HD eight-speed automatic transmission. Properly equipped Ram 3500 models can tow up to 37,020 pounds and carry up to 6,460 pounds of payload. Single-rear-wheel (SRW) and dual-rear-wheel (DRW) configurations let buyers choose the chassis setup that best fits their towing and hauling needs, and the available auto-level rear air suspension helps manage changing loads.

FAQs

Both trucks share Ram Heavy Duty styling, available LED lighting, power side steps, trailer tow mirrors, RamBox storage, and two bed lengths on compatible configurations. The Ram 3500 also offers dual rear wheels for heavier towing and payload work.

Technology is closely matched. Available equipment includes a 14.5-inch Uconnect touchscreen, a 12-inch digital cluster, a 10.25-inch front-passenger display, a 360-degree Surround View Camera, Trailer Tow Pages, and a Digital Rearview Mirror with Tow Mode. These systems can help with trailer maneuvering at job sites or campsites near London, KY.

Cab selection drives the biggest difference in passenger space. Both trucks offer Regular Cab, Crew Cab, and Mega Cab layouts with seating for up to six. Mega Cab models add reclining rear seats and extra storage, and upper trims offer leather upholstery and upgraded cabin materials.

Compare Both Ram Heavy Duty Trucks Today at Mann Chrysler Dodge Jeep of Richmond

Your towing weight, payload needs, and work schedule determine which Ram Heavy Duty truck is best for your needs. Visit Mann Chrysler Dodge Jeep of Richmond to browse our new inventory and compare Ram 2500 and Ram 3500 configurations side by side. Our team can help you find the right model, trim, and configuration for your towing requirements and type of work in central Kentucky.

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