Key Features of the 2026 RAM 3500

6.7L Cummins® Turbo Diesel I6

This available engine is the foundation for serious trailering and sustained torque. With up to 800 pound-feet of maximum torque and 360 maximum horsepower, it provides the confident low-end pull that heavy-duty operators demand. When properly equipped, the 6.7L Cummins® Turbo Diesel I6 enables a maximum trailering capacity of 34,540 pounds. That level of capability is not just about headline numbers—it translates into stable launches, secure highway merging, and confident grades with weight behind you. Pair this diesel with the right upfit, and you have a platform that supports demanding schedules across construction, utilities, towing and recovery, and vocational services where torque makes the difference.

6.4L HEMI® V8

For operators who prefer a gasoline powertrain, the available 6.4L HEMI® V8 combines quick-revving responsiveness with proven durability. It delivers 429 pound-feet of maximum torque, 375 maximum horsepower, and a maximum trailering capacity of 21,240 pounds when properly equipped. The HEMI® V8’s balance of power and familiarity can benefit mixed-use fleets and owner-operators who value approachable service intervals. Whether you are running lighter service bodies, flatbeds, or specialty upfits, this powerplant provides a surefooted foundation, especially for daily routes with frequent stops, varied loads, or city-focused duties that reward gas-engine drivability.

12-Inch Uconnect® Touchscreen

Inside, the crew gets clear control and quick information thanks to a high-definition 12-inch Uconnect® touchscreen. Large icons, sharp graphics, and intuitive menus reduce the steps required to access navigation, communication, and available connected features. The screen’s scale makes it easier to read data at a glance, minimizing distraction while allowing foremen and drivers to stay aligned on the day’s plan. Pair it with available smart cabin technology to streamline routing, coordinate deliveries, and document completed tasks. The result is a command center built for work—one that remains simple to use even with gloves on and during long, demanding shifts.

Upfit-Ready Chassis and Exterior

The 2026 RAM Chassis Cab is built to be versatile and durable, with an exterior engineered for straightforward upfits and a frame designed to handle towing and hauling heavy loads. That focus shows up in the day-to-day details that matter to upfitters and operators: mounting points aligned for common bodies, an electrical architecture that supports vocational equipment, and robust construction to stand up to harsh sites and weather. To support build planning, the RAM Body Builder’s Guide offers dimensional graphics and specifications for towing, payload, GCWR, emissions, and electrical data—helpful information whether you are configuring a box body, service body, flatbed, or more specialized application.

Safety and Security Systems

Productivity thrives on predictable days, and available driver assistance features can help keep them that way. Available Adaptive Forward Lighting enhances visibility by helping you see into curves and poorly lit areas, while available Forward Collision Warning provides helpful alerts to support more composed decision-making when traffic patterns change suddenly. These technologies complement the RAM Chassis Cab’s core strengths, adding an extra layer of assurance during busy commutes, long highway stretches, and tight job sites. When your team spends most of the day on the road, assistance features that support awareness and control matter just as much as horsepower and torque.