2021 Ram 3500

The 2021 RAM 3500 is available in five trim levels: Tradesman, Big Horn, Laramie, Limited Longhorn, and Limited. You can customize this heavy-duty truck by choosing one of the two available bed lengths, including a 6-foot, 4-inch box and an 8-foot box, along with one of the three cab types: regular, crew, or mega cab. Each trim level is also available in two-wheel and four-wheel drive.

Standard exterior features found on most trim levels include power-folding exterior mirrors with a heating element and turn signal indicators, trailer tow mirrors, LED bed lighting, and tinted glass windows.

Each trim level on the 2021 RAM 3500 is equipped with a heavy-duty 6.4-liter HEMI engine and an eight-speed automatic transmission. This powertrain produces up to 410 horsepower and 429 pound-feet of torque. Available engines include a 6.7-liter inline-six Cummins turbo-diesel engine and a high-output 6.7-liter inline-six Cummins turbo-diesel engine. Available transmissions include two types of six-speed automatic transmission.

Towing and hauling capacities vary based on the Ram model's particular combination of features. The standard 6.4-liter HEMI engine is capable of towing up to 18,210 pounds and hauling 7,680 pounds. With gooseneck towing, the high-output 6.7-liter Cummins engine is capable of towing up to 37,100 pounds, thanks to Ram's new heavy-duty frame and redesigned fifth-wheel hitch. Maximum conventional towing tops out at 23,000 pounds.

Inside the 2021 Ram 3500, the regular cab can seat three passengers, while the crew cab and mega cab can seat up to six. Standard seating features found in most RAM 3500 trim levels include heated front seats, an eight-way power-adjustable driver seat, and a folding 60/40 rear seat.

Infotainment features vary among trim levels. The Tradesman and Big Horn models come with Uconnect 3 and a 5-inch display, the Laramie comes with Uconnect 4 and a 6.4-inch display, the Limited Longhorn features Uconnect 4C with navigation and an 8.4-inch display, and the Limited comes with Uconnect with navigation and a 12-inch display. Additional standard infotainment features on the RAM 3500 include a media hub with several types of connections, Bluetooth connectivity, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatibility, and steering-wheel-mounted audio controls.

Convenience and comfort features that come standard on higher trim levels include a rear window defroster, dual-zone control for air conditioning, automatic-dimming rearview mirror, dual gloveboxes, a heated steering wheel, and a universal garage door opener.

The 2021 RAM 3500 is equipped with several safety features. These standard safety features include daytime running headlamps, a ParkView backup camera, a tire pressure information system, trailer brake control, trailer sway damping, and traction control. The ParkSense front and rear park-assist system is available on lower trim levels and standard on higher trim levels. Other available safety features on select trims include full-speed forward-collision warning plus, lane-keep assist, a surround-view camera system, and trailer reverse guidance.