2026 Ram 3500 Tradesman 6.7L Diesel
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- Photo: 2024 Ram Heavy Duty 3500 Limited Longhorn Crew Cab SRW 6'4 Box in Pearl White & Walnut Brown Metallic Two-Tone, front left, 2026-05-09 by Elise240SX, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2025 RAM 3500 Limited Longhorn Crew Cab, front NYIAS 2025 by Kevauto, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Alberta Wildland Firefighters Arrive at Eaton Fire (54272062612) by Pacific Southwest Forest Service, USDA from USA, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2024 Ram Heavy Duty 3500 Limited Longhorn Crew Cab SRW 6'4 Box in Pearl White & Walnut Brown Metallic Two-Tone, rear left, 2026-05-09 by Elise240SX, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2025 RAM 3500 Limited Longhorn Crew Cab, rear NYIAS 2025 by Kevauto, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
The 2026 Ram 3500 Tradesman 6.7L Diesel is a 430-hp 6.7-liter turbocharged with an 8-speed automatic zf torqueflite hd 8ap1075; adaptive electronic control, ers manual mode and four-wheel drive.
It makes 430 horsepower and 1075 lb-ft of torque, spinning to a 3,200 rpm redline.
The 3500 measures 260.8 inches long on a 169.3-inch wheelbase.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | Pickup |
| Powertrain | Diesel |
| Price | |
| Destination Charge | $2,795 |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | 6.7-liter Cummins Turbo Diesel I-6, high output, turbocharged, intercooled |
| Displacement | 6.7 L |
| Horsepower | 430 hp |
| Torque | 1075 lb-ft |
| Redline | 3,200 rpm |
| Valvetrain | OHV, 24 valves, hydraulic lifters |
| Bore and Stroke | 107.0 x 124.0 |
| Compression Ratio | 16.2:1 |
| Injection Type | Electronic high-pressure common rail |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | 4x2 standard / 4x4 optional |
| Differential Type | AAM 11.5-in. rear (SRW); AAM 12.0-in. rear (3500 Max Tow / DRW) |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 8-speed automatic ZF TorqueFlite HD 8AP1075; adaptive electronic control, ERS manual mode |
| 1st Gear | 4.71 |
| 2nd Gear | 3.14 |
| 3rd Gear | 2.1 |
| 4th Gear | 1.67 |
| 5th Gear | 1.29 |
| 6th Gear | 1 |
| 7th Gear | 0.84 |
| 8th Gear | 0.67 |
| Reverse | 3.3 |
| Final Drive | 3.42 |
| Fuel Economy | |
| Recommended Fuel | Ultra-low sulfur diesel |
| Suspension | |
| Front Suspension | Three-link with track bar, coil springs, stabilizer bar, solid axle |
| Rear Suspension | Two-stage longitudinal leaf (Hotchkiss), solid axle; optional supplemental air bags |
| Front Stabilizer Bar | Standard |
| Brakes | |
| Front Brake Calipers | Twin-piston pin-slider, ABS |
| Front Brake Disc | 14.17 x 1.54 in (359.9 x 39.1 mm) disc |
| Rear Brake Disc | 14.09 x 1.34 in (357.9 x 34.0 mm) disc |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 260.8 in |
| Width | 83.5 in |
| Height | 78.4 in |
| Wheelbase | 169.3 in |
| Front Track | 67.7 in |
| Rear Track | 67.1 in |
| Ground Clearance | 11.5 in |
| Approach Angle | 23.3° |
| Departure Angle | 23.5° |
| Cargo Volume | 74.7 ft³ |
| Interior | |
| Headroom Front | 40.9 in |
| Headroom Rear | 39.8 in |
| Legroom Front | 40.9 in |
| Legroom Rear | 40.2 in |
| Shoulder Room Front | 65.9 in |
| Shoulder Room Rear | 65.6 in |
| Hip Room Front | 62.9 in |
| Hip Room Rear | 62.7 in |
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Safety & Recalls
NCAP safety ratings
Not crash-tested by NHTSA for this model year.
Recalls
4 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2026 Ram 3500. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Apr 9, 2026 · ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2025-2026 Ram 1500 Pickup, Ram 2500 Pickup, Ram 3500 Pickup, Ram 3500 Cab Chassis, Ram 4500 Cab Chassis, and Ram 5500 Cab Chassis vehicles. A software error may cause the instrument panel display to fail. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards numbers 102, "Transmission Shift Position Sequence," 105, "Hydraulic and Electric Brake Systems," 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment," 126, "Electronic Stability Control Systems for Light Vehicles," 135, "Light Vehicle Brake Systems," 138, "Tire Pressure Monitoring System," and/or 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
Consequence: An instrument panel display that fails to show critical safety information, such as gear selection and warning lights, increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will update the instrument panel software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 5, 2026. Owners may contact FCA customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA's number for this recall is 35D. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will become searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning April 16, 2026.
NHTSA campaign 26V225000
Feb 2, 2026 · EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2024-2026 Jeep Wagoneer S, 2025-2026 Ram 1500 Pickup, Ram 2500 Pickup, Ram 3500 Pickup, Ram 3500 Cab Chassis, Ram 4500 Cab Chassis, Ram 5500 Cab Chassis, and 2026 Jeep Cherokee vehicles. Due to an improperly designed trailer tow module, the trailer lights may fail to illuminate and the trailer brakes may fail.
Consequence: Trailer brake lights and turn signals that do not illuminate reduce visibility to other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash. Additionally, trailer brakes that fail increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the trailer tow module, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed beginning March 17, 2026. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is 03D. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on February 10, 2026.
NHTSA campaign 26V059000
Dec 1, 2025 · ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2025-2026 Ram 1500 Pickup, Ram 2500 Pickup, Ram 3500 Pickup, Ram 3500 Cab Chassis, 4500 Ram Cab Chassis, and Ram 5500 Cab Chassis vehicles. A software error may cause the instrument panel cluster display to be blank. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard numbers 135, "Light Vehicle Brake Systems," 105, "Hydraulic and Electric Brake Systems," and 102, "Transmission shift lever sequence, starter interlock, and transmission braking effect."
Consequence: An instrument panel display that does not show critical information, such as warning lights or gear selection, increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and update the instrument panel software or replace the instrument panel cluster, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 18, 2025. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 800-853-1403. Chrysler's numbers for this recall are B4C and B8C. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning December 4, 2025.
NHTSA campaign 25V826000
Aug 18, 2025 · ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2026 Ram 3500, 3500 Cab Chassis, 2500, 4500 Cab Chassis, and 5500 Cab Chassis vehicles. The instrument panel may display an incorrect brake system warning light. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 101, "Control and Displays."
Consequence: An incorrect warning light can fail to alert the driver to critical safety information, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the instrument panel cluster, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 9, 2025. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is 79C.
NHTSA campaign 25V530000
27 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2026 Ram 3500
Owner Complaints
27 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2026 Ram 3500 (1 mention a crash). See all on nhtsa.gov
| Electrical System | 17 |
| Service Brakes | 11 |
| Back Over Prevention | 4 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 4 |
| Power Train | 4 |
| Unknown Or Other | 4 |
Complaints are unverified reports submitted to NHTSA by owners. They cover the whole model year, not a specific trim, and a count alone doesn't show how common a problem is.
Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 2026 RAM 3500. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.