Are you looking for a powerful work truck that can handle any heavy-duty job you throw at it? If so, you’ve no doubt come across the 2022 RAM 3500 in your search. This popular pickup truck stands out in the market thanks to its wonderful features and is a top pick for work trucks among our customers here at Northern Prairie Auto Sales.
RAM’s 3500 is a heavy-duty dually truck that is perfectly designed for heavy-duty work tasks like towing, hauling, and navigating rugged terrain. Its excellent performance and additional features prove why it has been named the Truck of the Year multiple times.
Powertrain Performance
The 3500 comes with two powertrain options so you can choose the best option for you. The standard engine is a 6.5-liter gasoline V-8 that produces 410 hp and 429 lb-ft of torque. It is paired with an eight-speed automatic transmission and your choice of rear-wheel or four-wheel drive systems.
The second option is a 6.7-liter diesel turbocharged in-line six that develops 270 hp and 850 lb-ft of torque. You can upgrade this to the high-output version, which produces a remarkable 430 hp and 1,075 lb-ft of torque. Both versions are paired with a six-speed automatic transmission that is perfect for heavy-duty use.
Cab and Bed Configurations
You can customize your cab and bed configurations to meet your personal needs. The base Tradesman models have three options: a regular cab with an 8-foot bed, a regular cab with an 8-foot box, or a crew cab with a 6-foot-4-inch bed.
The Big Horn trim comes with all the same configurations, but it also gives an additional option with a mega cab and a 6-foot-4-inch bed. The higher Longhorn and Limited models are only available with crew or mega cabs and the same bed and box options.
Safety Features
All trims come equipped with the Safety Group, which offers safety features such as:
- Blind-spot monitoring
- Automatic emergency braking
- Rear cross-traffic alert
- Lane keep assist
Technology
All models of the 3500 come standard with the Uconnect 5 infotainment system. The Base Tradesman model has a 5.0-inch touchscreen with Bluetooth connectivity and a four-speaker audio system. All other models come standard with a large 12.0-inch screen with Apple Carplay and Android Auto connectivity. You can also upgrade these higher trims for the standard four-speaker stereo system to a 10-speaker or 17-speaker premium stereo system.
You can also upgrade your truck to optimize it for work tasks with new features like four attachable trailer cameras that provide a 360-degree trailer view, a 360-degree camera system, and a hitch light.
New Features
The Power Wagon models experienced the most change this year with available upgrades like an electronic transfer case, Bristol leather seats, full console, and a new Level 3 Equipment Package. There are new Ram Heavy Duy Big Horn and Lone Star Silver editions, which come with new unique grilles. Many other changes have been noted for other models.
It’s easy to see why RAM’s 3500 has been named Truck of the Year for several years. Its powerful engine options, versatile bed configurations, neat safety features, and great technology combine to make a near-perfect heavy-duty work truck. Do you think the 3500 has what you’re looking for in your next pickup? Contact us today at Northern Prairie Auto Sales. Our skilled staff will gladly provide more information about this wonderful vehicle.
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