New 2017 RAM 3500 at Kernersville Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram for Kernersville, NC

The 2017 RAM 3500 is ready for anything and a perfect heavy-duty truck for commercial drivers. This heavy-duty truck offers incredible towing and payload specifications, not to mention an impressive drive quality for comfort during any ride. The 3500 has earned a legion of fans for its exceptional powertrain options and spacious interior, along with the quality of the materials that it has been constructed with. The 2017 model will receive a number of great new updates, including improvements to the suspension, updated fog and headlights, and a redesigned grille. Learn more about this excellent truck below!

Under the 3500's Hood

RAM offers their 3500 with three optional engines, and each of these engines will provide the driver with a remarkable level of capability. Additionally, the engines have been crafted with mechanisms that work to maximize fuel economy, which is great for any customer but particularly for businesses that are looking to reduce their overall fuel costs. A 5.7-liter HEMI V8 engine will produce 383 horsepower and 400 lb-ft of torque. The first available engine is a 6.4-liter V8 that offers 410 horsepower and 429 lb-ft of torque depending on the chosen cab configuration. The final engine is a 6.7-liter Cummins Turbo Diesel I6, and this engine will offer different outputs depending on the transmission chosen, but the 68RFE automatic transmission will provide 370 horsepower and 800 lb-ft of torque.

Design of RAM 3500

The 3500 is offered in a great range of trims, with many customization options that can create a work-friendly environment, a mobile office atmosphere, and even a luxurious retreat from the elements. The base trim with the 3500 is called the Tradesman, and it is an ideal starting point for contractors or commercial customers. The Tradesman has many features that will make your job easier, like tow hooks, a Class V hitch receiver, a four-/seven-pin trailer harness plug, and a tire carrier. Automatic headlamps are standard, as are quad halogen headlamps/incandescent tail lamps. A must-have for 3500 drivers is the optional RamBox cargo management system. The RamBox features a suite of accessories for the cargo area, including drainable, lockable, and illuminated bins on both sides of the bed, LED bed lighting, a cargo rail system (with the short box models), and a stowable bed divider/extender. Another option for the 3500 is the award-winning Uconnect system, which features a 5- or 8.4-inch touchscreen, and provides access to many useful and entertaining apps.  

What is the towing maximum of the 3500?

When properly equipped the 2017 RAM 3500 can offer a phenomenal maximum towing rating of up to 31,210 pounds.

Do you currently have any commercial vehicles in stock?

Yes! We have a great range of RAM 1500, 2500, 3500, and ProMaster models in our  Commercial Inventory!

What kind of suspension does the 3500 have?

The 2017 RAM 3500 features a rear Hotchkiss leaf spring system. The brand also offers an available air suspension system.

Conclusions

The 2017 RAM 3500 will support drivers during every ride, as it features a strong body structure and many standard or available safety features. The 3500 will have an extensive electronic stability control system, which features electronic roll mitigation, Brake Assist, Hill-start Assist, Ready Alert Braking, trailer-sway control, all-speed traction control, and Rain Brake Support. A ParkView rear backup camera is also available, and it can be equipped alongside a CargoView Camera which is a great option for drivers who want to keep an eye on their cargo without having to leave the cabin. If you are curious to learn more about 2017 RAM 3500 and how it could be the perfect heavy-duty truck for your fleet, contact us today at Kernersville Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram!