2010 Dodge Ram 2500 and 3500 Heavy Duty Pickups

Whether hauling your boat to the lake or taking dry wall out to the job, you don't do it half way. And you don't want your truck to either. You want the best. Deserve the best. Let us introduce you to the best. And we're not the only ones saying it. The All-New 2010 Ram Heavy-Duty was just named Motor Trend's 2010 Truck of the Year®.

Powertrain

The workhorse 6.7-liter Cummins® Turbo Diesel engine has been a jobsite regular for years, and for a good reason: It's exceptionally powerful and durable. Want a pro tip? Dodge Ram Heavy Duty 3500 is the only truck in its class to offer a standard diesel engine, one of the reasons why it was named Motor Trend's 2010 Truck of the Year®.

• Best-in-class low-end torque1: 650 lb-ft
• Best-in-class standard horsepower and torque for 25001
• Best-in-class standard torque for 35002
• Class-exclusive integrated diesel exhaust brake3
• The cleanest[2] and strongest[3] pickups ever
• The only diesel that meets EPA emission standards to date[4]
• B20 biodiesel package available to fleet customers

The legendary 5.7-liter HEMI® V8 engine is standard on Dodge Ram 2500 models.

• Variable valve timing
• High compression ratio
• Distributorless Ignition System (DIS)
• Electronic Throttle Control (ETC)
• Available remote start^[1]

Transmission choices:

• Six-speed automatic (6.7L Cummins®)
• Six-speed manual (6.7L Cummins)

• Five-speed automatic (5.7L HEMI®)

Towing & Payload

Whether you carry your weight in a trailer or your cargo box, Ram Heavy Duty shows mastery of towing and hauling. Don't believe us? Ask Motor Trend, who named the All-New Ram Heavy Duty Motor Trend's 2010 Truck of the Year®. To help you carry the load, the 6.7L Cummins® Turbo Diesel engine offers best-in-class low-end torque and is available with an automatic transmission featuring electronic range select and tow/haul mode.

The available trailer tow package includes the integrated trailer brake controller and a class-four hitch receiver. See towing and payload charts

Ram 2500 specs:

• Towing capacity: Up to 13,450 pounds^[1]
• Payload capacity: Up to 3,160 pounds

Ram 3500 specs:

• Towing capacity: Up to 17,600 pounds^[1] (Late availability)

• Payload capacity: Up to 5,130 pounds^[2]

Handling & Suspension

Ram 2500 and 3500 are built with sturdy hydroformed frames (the stiffest in Dodge Ram history) and capable four-wheel drive options to handle the toughest jobsite terrain. To smooth out the ride, new fluid-filled hydromounts on the cab reduce the amount of shake you feel. Other handling features include:

• Available legendary Power Wagon®, the most capable off-road full-size pickup^[1]
• Available double-wishbone independent front suspension (2wd models)
• Available five-link, coil-spring independent front suspension (4wd models)
• Available Hotchkiss rear suspension
• Available electronic disconnecting front stabilizer bar (Power Wagon®)
• Available factory 12,000-pound capacity Warn® Winch (Power Wagon®)
• Available TRX Off-Road package for added capability
• Available skid plates
• Available heavy-duty electric shift transfer case
• Available limited-slip rear differential (standard on 3500 models)
• High-strength steel rear leaf springs, standard

Exterior

The exterior of the 2010 Ram Heavy Duty was built with function in mind. These trucks feature all-new looks to match their legendary capability. Purpose-built features include:

• Available large 7x11-inch folding trailer tow mirrors with available integrated turn signals and puddle lamps
• Available cab clearance lights
• ParkView® rear back up camera^[1]
• Exterior design improves aerodynamics and reduces noise, vibration and harshness
• Large, bold crosshair grille improves engine cooling
• 3500 dually wheel flares are now integrated into the cargo box
• Tailgate lift assist eases loading and unloading, standard
• Box rail protection, standard
• Massive one-piece wraparound rear bumpers, standard
• Standard dual headlamps and available quad headlamps

All of these features helped Ram Heavy Duty outclass the competition and become Motor Trend's 2010 Truck of the Year®.

Interior Comforts

Dodge Ram Heavy Duty trucks offer many available comforts and conveniences so you can relax during a long day on the road. Detailed craftsmanship can be seen throughout in features like the upgraded interior with a Soft-Touch instrument panel and door trim, two-tone upholstery plus detailed stitching on the seats and throughout. The refined interior of the Ram Heavy Duty was a major reason it was named Motor Trend's 2010 Truck of the Year®. Other features include:

• Class-exclusive available heated, ventilated front seats, an industry first
• Class-exclusive available heated steering wheel^[1], an industry first
• Class-exclusive available heated rear seats^[1]
• Available full power seats with new power lumbar adjustment
• Available automatic dual-temperature controls
• Available memory system for seats, radio, mirrors and pedals
• Available Uconnect? System^[2] with navigation
• Class-exclusive in-floor storage bins^[1] (Crew Cab only)
• Easy-to-clean vinyl flooring available

Laramie Package

For even more comforts to help you relax after a long day, choose the Laramie package. It offers standard premium leather seating with available heating and ventilation. Front bucket seats are available too. Available power-adjustable pedals let you fine-tune your comfort even further.

Laramie models also feature detailed craftsmanship throughout like a soft upper dashboard panel with stitching