RAM 2013 2500 Tradesman Manual

THE nEw, THE
UnSURPASSED, AnD
THE BEST-In-CLASS
here’s only one way to get it done — and that’s
doing everything the right way. New 2013 Ram
2500/3500 empower you with fluent ease.
For 2013, these tough new Ram Heavy Duty
pickups have been transformed into beefier,
more capable, and more technologically
advanced workers than ever. Even the classic Ram job-
rated attitude has evolved — giving you new maximum
capability without compromise, and further backed with a
raft of best-in-class attributes. The work just got easier —
because these workers are the strongest in our history.
For more, bookmark ramtrucks.com and visit often.
2013 RAM 2500/3500 HEAVY DUTY
• Best-in-class[1]* max GCWR on Ram 3500 – 37,600 lb†
• Best-in-class[2] max GCWR on Ram 2500 – 25,000 lb†
• Best-in-class[1] max towing capability† – Ram 3500
•Best-in-class[2] max towing capability† – Ram 2500
•Best-in-class[1] available diesel torque – Ram 3500
•Unsurpassed[2] available diesel torque – Ram 2500
•Updated frame, steering, front and rear suspensions, and chassis
controls on Ram 3500 models
•Unsurpassed[1] max GVWR on Ram 3500 – 14,000 lb†
• Unsurpassed[2] max GVWR on Ram 2500 – 10,000 lb†
• New 5.7L HEMI
®V8 gas power – standard for Ram 3500 SRW
•New available AISIN
®six-speed automatic transmission – Ram 3500
•Class-exclusive[3] available six-speed manual transmission –
Ram 2500/3500
•New “smart” diesel exhaust brake and electronics
•New standard Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
[4]
• Unsurpassed[3] 5-Year/100,000-Mile Powertrain Limited Warranty[5]
*Note: all disclaimers and disclosures can be found at the back of this brochure. †When properly equipped.

Ram 2500 Crew Cab Big Horn with available 6.7L Cummins®Turbo Diesel shown in Deep Cherry Red Crystal Pearl.
Properly secure all cargo.

2500 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
REGULAR CAB CREW CAB MEGA CAB®
8' BOX 6'4" BOX 6'4" RAMBOX®8' BOX 6'4" BOX 6'4" RAMBOX
6.7L CUMMINS
TURBO DIESEL
I-6 / 68RFE
6-SPEED
AXLE
RATIO GCWR 4x2 4x4 4x2 4x4 4x2 4x4 4x2 4x4 4x2 4x4 4x2 4x4
3.42 25,000 18,350 17,880 17,950 17,480 17,780 17,270 17,750 17,300 17,570 17,100 17,400 16,950
2500 MANUAL TRANSMISSION
REGULAR CAB CREW CAB MEGA CAB
8' BOX 6'4" BOX 6'4" RAMBOX 8' BOX 6'4" BOX 6'4" RAMBOX
6.7L CUMMINS
TURBO DIESEL
I-6 / G56
6-SPEED
AXLE
RATIO GCWR 4x2 4x4 4x2 4x4 4x2 4x4 4x2 4x4 4x2 4x4 4x2 4x4
3.42 24,000 17,250 16,800 16,890 16,410 16,720 16,200 16,680 16,230 16,500 16,030 16,330 15,880
WEIGHTS GIVEN IN LB. NUMBERS IN BOLD REFLECT NEW MAX RATINGS.
3500 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
REGULAR CAB CREW CAB MEGA CAB
8' BOX 8' BOX DRW 6'4" BOX 6'4" RAMBOX 8' BOX 8' BOX DRW 6'4" BOX 6'4" RAMBOX 6'4" BOX DRW
6.7L CUMMINS
TURBO DIESEL
I-6 / 68RFE
6-SPEED
AXLE
RATIO GCWR 4x2 4x4 4x2 4x4 4x2 4x4 4x2 4x4 4x2 4x4 4x2 4x4 4x2 4x4 4x2 4x4 4x2 4x4
3.42 25,000
17,940 17,690 17,560 17,360 17,540 17,320 17,410 17,160 17,410 17,160 17,020 16,790 17,270 17,080 17,150 16,930 16,860 16,670
3.73 27,000
19,560 19,360 19,020 18,790 18,860 18,670
4.10 30,000
22,560 22,360 22,020 21,790 21,860 21,670
6.7L CUMMINS
HIGH OUTPUT
TURBO DIESEL
I-6 / AISIN®
6-SPEED
3.42 25,000
17,790 17,540 17,390 17,160 17,260 17,000 17,250 17,000 17,120 16,920 16,990 16,780
3.42 29,000
21,410 21,200 20,870 20,630 20,710 20,510
3.73 32,000
24,410 24,200 23,870 23,630 23,710 23,510
4.10 37,500
29,370 29,130 29,210 29,010
4.10 37, 600
30,010 29,700
3500 MANUAL TRANSMISSION
REGULAR CAB CREW CAB MEGA CAB
8' BOX 8' BOX DRW 6'4" BOX 6'4" RAMBOX 8' BOX 8' BOX DRW 6'4" BOX 6'4" RAMBOX 6'4" BOX DRW
6.7L CUMMINS
TURBO DIESEL
I-6 / G56
6-SPEED
AXLE
RATIO GCWR 4x2 4x4 4x2 4x4 4x2 4x4 4x2 4x4 4x2 4x4 4x2 4x4 4x2 4x4 4x2 4x4 4x2 4x4
3.42 24,000
16,890 16,640 16,520 16,310 16,500 16,270 16,370 16,110 16,360 16,110 15,980 15,740 16,220 16,030 16,100 15,880 15,810 15,620
3.73 26,000
18,520 18,310 17,980 17,740 17,810 17,620
DRW = DUAL REAR WHEEL. WEIGHTS GIVEN IN LB. NUMBERS IN BOLD REFLECT NEW MAX RATINGS.
MAXIMUM LOADED TRAILER WEIGHTS
(WHEN PROPERLY EQUIPPED)
2500 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
REGULAR CAB CREW CAB MEGA CAB
8' BOX 6'4" BOX 6'4" RAMBOX 8' BOX 6'4" BOX 6'4" RAMBOX
6.7L CUMMINS
TURBO DIESEL
I-6 / 68RFE
6-SPEED
GVWR 4x2 4x4 4x2 4x4 4x2 4x4 4x2 4x4 4x2 4x4 4x2 4x4
9,000 2,520 2,050
10,000 3,120 2,650 2,950 2,500 2,920 2,470 2,740 2,270 2,570 2,120
2500 MANUAL TRANSMISSION
REGULAR CAB CREW CAB MEGA CAB
8' BOX 6'4" BOX 6'4" RAMBOX 8' BOX 6'4" BOX 6'4" RAMBOX
6.7L CUMMINS
TURBO DIESEL
I-6 / G56 6-SPEED
GVWR 4x2 4x4 4x2 4x4 4x2 4x4 4x2 4x4 4x2 4x4 4x2 4x4
9,000 2,420 1,970
10,000 3,060 2,580 2,890 2,440 2,850 2,400 2,670 2,200 2,500 2,050
WEIGHTS GIVEN IN LB. NUMBERS IN BOLD REFLECT NEW MAX RATINGS.
3500 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
REGULAR CAB CREW CAB MEGA CAB
8' BOX 8' BOX DRW 6'4" BOX 6'4" RAMBOX 8' BOX 8' BOX DRW 6'4" BOX 6'4" RAMBOX 6'4" BOX
DRW
6.7L CUMMINS
TURBO DIESEL
I-6 / 68RFE
6-SPEED
GVWR 4x2 4x4 4x2 4x4 4x2 4x4 4x2 4x4 4x2 4x4 4x2 4x4 4x2 4x4 4x2 4x4 4x2 4x4
11,100 4,210
11,500 4,360 4,210 4,080
11,600 4,040 3,920
11,700 4,190 4,030
12,000 4,580
12,300 4,630
12,400 4,650 4,500
14,000 6,730 6,530 6,190 5,960 6,030 5,840
6.7L CUMMINS
HIGH OUTPUT
TURBO DIESEL
I-6 / AISIN
6-SPEED
11,100 4,060
11,500 4,210 4,060 3,930
11,600 3,890 3,760
11,700 4,030 3,870
12,000 4,420
12,300 4,470
12,400 4,490 4,350
14,000 6,580 6,370 6,040 5,800 5,880 5,680
3500 MANUAL TRANSMISSION
REGULAR CAB CREW CAB MEGA CAB
8' BOX 8' BOX DRW 6'4" BOX 6'4" RAMBOX 8' BOX 8' BOX DRW 6'4" BOX 6'4" RAMBOX 6'4" BOX
DRW
6.7L CUMMINS
TURBO DIESEL
I-6 / G56
6-SPEED
GVWR 4x2 4x4 4x2 4x4 4x2 4x4 4x2 4x4 4x2 4x4 4x2 4x4 4x2 4x4 4x2 4x4 4x2 4x4
11,100 4,160
11,500 4,310 4,170 4,040
11,600 3,990 3,870
11,700 4,140 3,980
12,000 4,530
12,300 4,580
12,400 4,600 4,450
14,000 6,690 6,480 6,150 5,910 5,980 5,790
DRW = DUAL REAR WHEEL. WEIGHTS GIVEN IN LB. NUMBERS IN BOLD REFLECT NEW MAX RATINGS.
MAXIMUM PAYLOAD CAPACITIES
(WHEN PROPERLY EQUIPPED)
6.7L CUMMINS®DIESEL ENGINES

[5]
Think heavyweight champion — with paid scholarships to
schools of engineering and economics. That’s Cummins
at work in Ram Heavy Duty, offering improved power and
capability, decreased maintenance schedules, and state-of-
the-art technology — like the new “smart” diesel exhaust
brake — to help improve NVH and vehicle control.
+Class-exclusive
[3] six-speed manual — and more power
than ever. New calibrations from Cummins give you three
engine outputs for enormous latitude. The 350 hp/660 lb-ft
of torque version is mated to the standard G56 six-speed
manual; available for Ram 2500 and 3500.
+Unsurpassed
[2] torque for Ram 2500. The Cummins rated
at 370hp delivers an incredible 800 lb-ft of torque for
Ram2500. It’s mated to the proven 68RFE six-speed
automatic transmission, and is also available for
Ram3500 models.
+Best-in-class
[1] torque for Ram 3500. Newly available
for 2013 Ram 3500 is the Cummins High Output Turbo
Diesel, paired only with the tough new AISIN six-speed
automatic transmission. Best-in-class[1] available torque
is 850lb-ft, backed with 385horsepower; available for
3500 only.
+For ideal performance, all-new Ram Active Air
technology switches the air intake path, ensuring optimal
power and torque under all grades, climates, and load/
towing conditions. Exclusive to diesel-powered Rams.
+Bringing operating temperatures to ideal ranges is a
new diesel cooling system. The engineering encompasses
a “low-slung” positioned charge air cooler, faster-sequenced
water pumps, an efficient new 11-blade fan (instead of
eight) and a unique, series-designed dual radiator system.
Total heat reduction with the new design is significantly
improved — some 25 percent over 2012 models.
+The new Cummins “smart” diesel exhaust brake
is standard on every Cummins. Think cruise-control
efficiency; the brake offers greater towing control and
improves load management, irrespective of the terrain.
+For optimum fuel filtration and water separation,
Cummins now utilizes a new top-access engine-
mounted fuel filter and a second frame-mounted
pre-filter to ensure enhanced contamination protection.
+Low cost of ownership and operation is part of the
Cummins process; oil change intervals with the Cummins
are a time- and money-saving 15,000-mile interval under
normal operating conditions.
+Biodiesel compatibility is built in. All Cummins Turbo
Diesels for Ram Heavy Duty pickups are B20-compatible.
THE FORMIDABLE 6.7L CUMMINS®TURBO DIESEL. AVAILABLE AND
SOLIDLY PROVEN IN OVER 2 MILLION RAM HEAVY DUTY APPLICATIONS.
You’re pulling your boat with your new Ram 2500, or a massive trailer with your new Ram 3500.
The superiority of impressive diesel torque from the long-proven available 6.7-liter Cummins
Turbo Diesel keeps you in the comfort zone. The facts speak decisively: with over two million
applications of a Cummins Turbo Diesel in a Ram truck, the history of this exceptional
powertrain delivers capability and reliability second to none.
For 2013, Cummins improves the classic Turbo Diesel in Ram Heavy Duty models with a
Next-Generation Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF)/Select Catalytic Reduction (SCR) system that’s
fully compliant with recent federal mandates. A new diesel cooling system dissipates heat
25 percent more efficiently— and now incorporates an improved, 11-blade fan. Superior
capability comes in the form of the available Cummins High Output Turbo Diesel achieving
a best-in-class
[1] 850 lb-ft of torque for Ram 3500 pickups.
When you’re measuring capability, powertrain combinations count big. Credit our colleagues at
AISIN,
®who designed the impressive new available AISIN AS69RC six-speed automatic to handle
the available Cummins High Output ratings, higher vehicle weight ratings, and related axle ratios.
The fully electronically controlled AISIN transmission makes the grade with tough internal
components, a more aggressive Tow/Haul Mode, and a compact gear train. This is outstanding
capability, reliability, and quality.
Improvements also apply to Ram’s available class-exclusive
[3] G56 six-speed manual transmission,
now modified to handle the increased torque of 660 lb-ft; its hard-finished gear system aims
to reduce noise levels. The available 68RFE six-speed automatic transmission is mated to the
370hp/800 lb-ft of torque Cummins version. Transfer cases boast robust strength. Established
BorgWarner BW 44-46 and BW 44-47 cases — with electronic shift-on-the-fly or manually
actuated capability, respectively — have long proven themselves, with long-life engineering,
exceptional capability, and minimal noise, vibration, and harshness (NVH).
All Cummins engines are backed by an unsurpassed
[3]
5-Year/100,000-Mile Powertrain Limited Warranty.
[5]

Ram 2500 Mega Cab®Laramie with available class-exclusive[2] RamBox®
Cargo Management System and available 6.7L Cummins®Turbo Diesel
shown in Black with Bright Silver Metallic lower.
Properly secure all cargo.

[5]
5.7L HEMI®V8 ENGINE.
Some histories repeat themselves; others build on success.
The hemispherical combustion chamber is a design that
has proven itself to endure high-compression ratios with
near-zero fatigue. For 2013, the distinguished HEMI V8
powerplant offers:
+Exceptional power and torque for 2013 Ram 2500
and 3500 SRW models — 383 hp @ 5,600 rpm and
400 lb-ft of torque @ 4,000 rpm.
+Interactive Deceleration Fuel Shut-Off (iDFSO),
to seamlessly turn off fuel flow during deceleration
for increased fuel efficiency.
+Asophisticated electronic throttle control system, to
deliver exact amounts of fuel for premium performance
and efficiency.
+
Variable Valve Timing (VVT), to perfect engine
breathing through precise valve control — and
increase torque over a large rpm range.
+
Dual spark plugs — two for each cylinder — to help
increase peak power and torque, increase fuel
efficiency, burn ancillary exhaust emissions with
greater efficiency, and smooth the idle.
+An ultra-high compression ratio of 10.5:1 along
with dual knock sensors, for stellar performance and
fuel efficiency.
The HEMI V8 backs you with one of the best warranties
out there: our unsurpassed[3] and fully transferable
5-Year/100,000-Mile Powertrain Limited Warranty.[5]
2500 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
REGULAR CAB CREW CAB MEGA CAB®
8' BOX 6'4" BOX 6'4" RAMBOX®8' BOX 6'4" BOX 6'4" RAMBOX
5.7L HEMI V8
CNG /
66RFE 6-SPEED
GVWR 4x2 4x4 4x2 4x4 4x2 4x4 4x2 4x4 4x2 4x4 4x2 4x4
8,800 1,620
5.7L HEMI V8 /
66RFE 6-SPEED
8,510 1,910 1,750
8,650 3,170 2,710
8,800 2,930 2,500 2,770 2,350 2,770 2,310 2,580 2,110 2,410 1,940
WEIGHTS GIVEN IN LB. NUMBERS IN BOLD REFLECT NEW MAX RATINGS.
3500 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
REGULAR CAB CREW CAB MEGA CAB
8' BOX 6'4" BOX 6'4" RAMBOX 8' BOX 6'4" BOX 6'4" RAMBOX
5.7L HEMI V8 /
66RFE 6-SPEED
GVWR 4x2 4x4 4x2 4x4 4x2 4x4 4x2 4x4 4x2 4x4 4x2 4x4
10,050 3,710 3,580
10,100 4,130
10,300 4,130
10,700 4,240 4,090
11,000 4,500 4,430 4,300
11,300 4,640 4,550 4,410
WEIGHTS GIVEN IN LB. NUMBERS IN BOLD REFLECT NEW MAX RATINGS.
MAXIMUM PAYLOAD CAPACITIES (WHEN PROPERLY EQUIPPED)

THE 5.7-LITER HEMI®V8: IMPRESSIVE PERFORMANCE, HEAVY-DUTY CAPABILITY, AND EXCEPTIONAL DURABILITY.
MAXIMUM LOADED TRAILER WEIGHTS (WHEN PROPERLY EQUIPPED)
The résumé of this world-famous engine includes propelling WWII Thunderbolt
airplanes, helping define the distinctive Muscle Car Era, and vaulting new 2013 Ram
Heavy Duty pickups to first-place consideration for the toughest jobs you face —
whether hauling iron from the factory, or climbing that mountain with your camper.
The manifold advantages of the unstoppable hemispherical design of the 5.7-liter
HEMI V8, along with VVT, are detailed at left. Now add robust transmissions and
transfer cases to expand capability; all components utilize technologies and
engineering protocols created specifically for heavy-duty use and long-term
durability. And in this economy, improving performance and increasing fuel
efficiency are bottom-line specific, for today, it’s all about doing business better —
and that includes HEMI V8 performance. With its hemispherical heads and VVT-
engineering that improves engine breathing for increased response and torque —
HEMI V8 performance makes it the natural standard powerplant for Ram 2500 and
3500 SRW models.
Powertrain partners to the HEMI V8 add strength. Mated to the Ram Heavy Duty
5.7-liter HEMI V8 is the sophisticated 66RFE six-speed automatic transmission, a
component that exceeds typical demands for anticipated towing and hauling. The
transmission offers driver-adaptive shifting, with three multiple clutch packs and a
dual-stage hydraulic pump, all contributing to superb road manners and impressive
hauling dynamics. The addition of dual filters on the dual-stage pump helps protect
the pump and other components, with an independent lubrication cooler ensuring
ample pressure under all conditions.
The transfer cases mated to the 5.7-liter HEMI V8 are the same as those utilized
by the Cummins®Turbo Diesel — applications that prove unquestionable strength.
The BorgWarner BW 44-46 transfer case features responsive electronic shift-on-the-
fly engineering, with three operating ranges, plus Neutral. The manually actuated
BW 44-47 case features three operating ranges, plus Neutral. Both units offer a
low range reduction ratio of 2.64:1 — ideal for slow rock crawling or steep grades.
When it comes to off-road capability or on-the-job performance, Ram Heavy Duty is
designed to excel.
2500 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
REGULAR CAB CREW CAB MEGA CAB®
8' BOX 6'4" BOX 6'4" RAMBOX®8' BOX 6'4" BOX 6'4" RAMBOX
5.7L HEMI V8
CNG / 66RFE
6-SPEED
AXLE
RATIO GCWR 4x2 4x4 4x2 4x4 4x2 4x4 4x2 4x4 4x2 4x4 4x2 4x4
3.73 15,000 7,650
5.7L HEMI V8 /
66RFE 6-SPEED
3.73 18,000 12,350 11,890 11,960 11,530 11,800 11,380 11,800 11,340 11,610 11,140 11,440 10,970
4.10 20,000 14,350 13,890 13,960 13,530 13,800 13,380 13,800 13,340 13,610 13,140 13,440 12,970
4.56 18,000 11,230 11,070
WEIGHTS GIVEN IN LB. NUMBERS IN BOLD REFLECT NEW MAX RATINGS.
3500 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
REGULAR CAB CREW CAB MEGA CAB
8' BOX 6'4" BOX 6'4" RAMBOX 8' BOX 6'4" BOX 6'4" RAMBOX
5.7L HEMI
V8 / 66RFE
6-SPEED
AXLE
RATIO GCWR 4x2 4x4 4x2 4x4 4x2 4x4 4x2 4x4 4x2 4x4 4x2 4x4
3.73 18,000 11,860 11,660 11,490 11,370 11,360 11,220 11,330 11,170 11,260 11,080 11,130 10,940
4.10 20,000 13,860 13,660 13,490 13,370 13,360 13,220 13,330 13,170 13,260 13,080 13,130 12,940
WEIGHTS GIVEN IN LB. NUMBERS IN BOLD REFLECT NEW MAX RATINGS.

6,730-lb
MAXIMUM PAYLOAD
*
Ram Heavy Duty pickups dominated in the task-specific
ratings that defined job-rated capability. Now they have the
boldness to advance that concept into 21st-century thinking.
New maximum ratings boost long-established strengths to new
levels, delivering bigger payloads and tougher towing numbers.
The newly increased GVWRs (Gross Vehicle Weight Ratings)
are helped by the indomitable Cummins®powerplants. New
2013 Ram 2500 with the available 6.7L Cummins Turbo
Diesel vaults maximum GVWR up to 10,000 lb* — serious
muscle to meet recreational needs and commercial assignments.
On new Ram3500 dually, the new maximum GVWR jumps
to 14,000lb*— a heavy-duty ideal for all push/pull/
haul/do requirements.
It gets better. On new Ram 3500 Heavy Duty, a higher front
axle weight rating joins a beefed-up frame, with steel now rated
at 50 ksi. Maximum capability in front is ideal for snowplows or
hydraulic front-mounted machinery. When it comes to meeting
the need, the new max capability figures show that we’re ready
for it all. New Ram Heavy Duty 2500 and 3500 pickups.
*When properly equipped. Properly secure all cargo.

It’s obvious that Ram ripples with the biceps and backbone to conquer heavy-duty demands with
ease. What’s less obvious to the eye are the brains — technology to make these workhorses work
better. For 2013, towing, hauling, maneuvering, and handling are all impacted by the new ESC[4]
system — now standard on all 2013 Ram Heavy Duty 2500/3500 models. The 2013 Ram 3500
dually achieves a new benchmark, with a class-exclusive[1] application of the comprehensive ESC[4]
system in a DRW configuration.
Designed to master maneuverability and control, ESC[4] is calibrated to each model’s horsepower and
torque. The system contains (but isn’t limited to) the four-channel Antilock Brake System (ABS),
Electronic Brake Force Distribution, Rain Brake Support, Brake Assist, Ready Alert Braking (RAB),
Hydraulic Boost Compensation, Trailer Sway Control,
[4] Hill Start Assist, and a full-function,
controllable, and on-demand All-Speed Traction Control System. Searching for a heavy-duty pickup
with control technology far beyond the competition? New Ram Heavy Duty is the working solution.
NEW RAM BENCHMARKS PERFORMANCE, OFFERING THE FIRST-EVER HEAVY DUTY
DUALLY WITH STANDARD ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC).
[4]
CAPABLE EFFICIENCY PUTS RAM IN FRONT. Extensive front axle developments in new
Ram 3500 4x4 pickups start with a new front axle disconnect for increased efficiency. Front
axles have also been enhanced for greater capability with new maximum front GAWRs; they’re
increased by 500 lb, raising maximum FGAWR to 6,000 lb.* Further advantages include
engineering that reduces parasitic losses and new lower viscosity lube that reduces resistance,
both helping to enhance fuel efficiency.
*When properly equipped.

+A NEW FRONT AXLE LUBRICANT ON RAM 4x4 MODELS ALSO
PLAYS A ROLE, PROVIDING ULTRA-LOW RESISTANCE — AN
ENABLER THAT HELPS ENHANCE FUEL EFFICIENCY.
+AMORE REFINED AND PRECISE FRONT AXLE GEAR SET ON NEW
RAM3500 4x4 APPLICATIONS IMPROVE AXLE PERFORMANCE AND HELP
BOOST FUEL EFFICIENCY. THESE IMPROVEMENTS COME FROM SUPERFINE
PRECISION CUTS IN THE GEARS, WITH ADVANTAGES THAT INCLUDE REDUCED
GEAR WHINE, LESS PERCEIVED HARSHNESS, LESS GEAR PLAY, AND TIGHTER
CONTACT, ESPECIALLY DURING ACCELERATION.
+UPDATED ENGINE, TRANSMISSION, AND BODY MOUNTS, INCLUDING
PIONEERING “HYDRO-MOUNTS” AT THE C-PILLAR, GIVE NEW RAM
3500 HEAVY DUTY PICKUPS OUTSTANDING CONTROL OVER NOISE,
VIBRATION, AND HARSHNESS (NVH) — DESPITE THE TRUCK’S
ENGINEERED-IN APPETITE FOR HEAVIER PAYLOADS.
+A NEW THREE-LINK FRONT SUSPENSION ON 2013 RAM3500
HEAVY DUTY PICKUPS ENSURES APPROPRIATE ROLL
STIFFNESS THAT MATCHES THE VEHICLE’S NEW HIGHER
GVWRs— WITH NO SACRIFICE OF RIDE, HANDLING, AND
MANEUVERABILITY, IRRESPECTIVE OF CARGO OR PAYLOAD.
+THE REVISED LADDER FRAME WITH EIGHT TOUGH CROSSMEMBERS
AND WIDER RAILS ON NEW RAM 3500 LETS YOU TACKLE THE MOST
CHALLENGING PAYLOADS WITH ASSURED CAPABILITY AND
UNQUESTIONED STRENGTH.
+FRAME STRENGTH MEASURES UP — AT AN INCREDIBLE 50 KSI.
THE HIGH-STRENGTH STEEL ON RAM 3500 MODELS CARRIES THE
SAME STANDARD USED TO BUILD BRIDGES AND SUBMARINE HULLS.
THIS IS FRAME STRENGTH BUILT TO WORK.
+A NEW PREMIUM RECIPROCATING BALL STEERING GEAR WITH
REDESIGNED STEERING KNUCKLES AND BALL JOINTS AND
A MORE ROBUST STEERING LINKAGE ON RAM 3500 MODELS
ENHANCE STEERING AND CONTROL WITH A MORE PRECISE
ON-CENTER FEEL — AND THEY DIRECTLY CONTRIBUTE TO RAM’S
IMPRESSIVE HIGHER GVWRs AND PAYLOAD/TOWING FIGURES.*
+A NEW FULLY-INTEGRATED REAR FRAME STRUCTURAL
CROSSMEMBER WITH PROVISIONS FOR A FIFTH-
WHEEL OR GOOSENECK HITCH HELPS RAMP UP
TOWING CAPABILITY*FOR NEW 2013 RAM 3500
MODELS. THESE ARE TRUCKS WITH BACKBONE,
DESIGNED AND BUILT FOR THE TOUGHEST TOWING.
+THE NEW CUMMINS®HIGH OUTPUT TURBO DIESEL
MATED TO THE NEW AISIN®SIX-SPEED AUTOMATIC
PROVIDES AN AVAILABLE POWERTRAIN DESIGNED FOR
THE RIGORS OF COMMERCIAL-GRADE ASSIGNMENTS.
THIS LEVEL OF POWER WARRANTS A BOOST IN BACK.
PUT IT INTO A NEW RAM 3500 DUALLY, ADD THAT
NEW, LARGER 11.8-INCH REAR RING GEAR,AND
YOU’VE GOT CLASS-LEADING[1] MAX GCWRs* AND
OUTSTANDING TOWING FIGURES.*
+NEW 18- AND 20-INCH†WHEELS. AVAILABLE FOR RAM 3500
SINGLE-REAR-WHEEL MODELS, THEY ADD AUTHORITY TO THE
NEW SCULPTED, FLOWING AERODYNAMIC EXTERIOR TOUCHES.
+MODIFIED REAR AXLES HELP ACHIEVE NEW MAXIMUM
CAPABILITY. ON RAM 3500 HEAVY DUTY MODELS, THE
RECONFIGURED HOTCHKISS (LEAF) SUSPENSION LETS
YOU LOAD RAM TO GROANING PAYLOADS — WITH NO
COMPROMISES IN HANDLING OR ROLL DYNAMICS.
*When properly equipped.
†Late availability.

New 2013 Ram 3500 Regular Cab Tradesman dually with
Chrome Appearance Group and available Cummins High Output
Turbo Diesel shown in Bright White, applying new maximum
towing to a gooseneck trailer. Properly secure all cargo.
Now, backing up to that hitch in your 2013 Ram Heavy Duty moves you forward at the speed of
ingenuity. Count on state-of-the-art innovations that let you master towing in all terrains and
conditions, because this is all about straight-from-the-factory towing capability. Assets abound,
starting with class-leading[1] available torque from the Cummins®High Output on Ram 3500. All
Cummins engines feature the new “smart” diesel exhaust brake — indispensable on up- and
downhill grades — and new Ram Active Air, offering outstanding air intake for superb performance.
All Ram models come with the new, standard Electronic Stability Control (ESC)[4] system,
comprehensive technology that augments the invaluable standard Tow/Haul Mode.
Towing is really about unparalleled strength. Significant frame and component enhancements
culminate in an all-new, fully-integrated rear frame structural crossmember for 2013 Ram 3500,
along with a new factory-installed trailer tow connector; it’s conveniently located in the bed, and
comes with the available Fifth-Wheel/Gooseneck Tow Prep Package — engineering to improve the
heaviest trailering requirements. Inside, the available rear-mounted camera[6] displays all-new
Active Grid Lines on the available new 8.4-inch full-color touch screen on select models, vastly
simplifying trailer/hitch alignment for easy one-person operation. No matter what’s behind you,
this is the truck you want in front. The new 2013 Ram Heavy Duty.
The new, large available 8.4-inch touch-screen radio in select new 2013 Ram Heavy Duty models
now offers full-color displays, including three-dimensional imaging of landmarks and city modeling.
New Active Grid Lines in the display are another Ram advantage — they’re invaluable when
backing up, changing with each steering wheel movement. Now you can easily and accurately align
your hitch to the trailer, with no need to hop out to double-check, or bother with a spotter.
All-new for 2013: the Integrated Switch Bank. Conveniently mounted in the dashboard, it offers
fingertip management of the standard ESC[4] system, the available Trailer Brake Controller (if
equipped), and the Tow/Haul Mode, with controls for other available features — such as heated/
ventilated seats, heated steering wheel, etc.
NEAR RIGHT: AVAILABLE NEW FIFTH-WHEEL/GOOSENECK TOW
PREP PACKAGE INCLUDES FACTORY-INSTALLED TRAILER TOW
CONNECTING TECHNOLOGY, WITH THE 7-PIN IN-BED
CONNECTOR NOW PACKAGED WITH THE SYSTEM FOR INSTANT
ACCESS AND SIMPLE OPERATION.
CENTER: RAM HEAVY DUTY 3500 PICKUPS OFFER CRITICAL
FRAME IMPROVEMENTS FOR FIFTH-WHEEL TOWING NEEDS;
COUNT ON 50 KSI STEEL THROUGHOUT; NEW WIDER FRAME RAILS;
AND INCREASED STRENGTH FROM TWO MORE CROSSMEMBERS,
INCLUDING A NEW REAR FRAME STRUCTURAL CROSSMEMBER.
SHOWN: FIFTH-WHEEL HITCH WITH GLIDER, AN AUTHENTIC
ACCESSORY BY MOPAR®.
FAR RIGHT: THE MANY MODIFICATIONS TO THE FRAME OF THE
NEW 3500 PICKUP, DETAILED EARLIER, SMARTLY ADDRESS
GOOSENECK HAULING. NATURALLY, THE BALL EASILY REMOVES
WHEN YOU NEED THE ENTIRE FLAT FLOOR OF YOUR CARGO BED.
SHOWN WITH GOOSENECK BALL, AN AUTHENTIC ACCESSORY
BY MOPAR.

+ KEY FOBS ARE MORE ADVANCED THAN EVER. THE NEW,
AVAILABLE ALL-SECURETM LOCKING SYSTEM CONTROLS
THE DOORS, THE TAILGATE, AND, IF EQUIPPED, BOTH
AVAILABLE RAMBOX®SYSTEM BINS. THE FOBS ALSO
CONTROL THE AVAILABLE PASSIVE ENTRY/KEYLESS
ENTER ’N GO. APPROACH YOUR RAM WITH FOB, ENTER,
AND MOVE. IT’S SIMPLER THAN EVER.
+ AN AVAILABLE NEW REAR CENTER HIGH-MOUNTED
STOP LAMP (CHMSL) CAMERA[6] FOR THE 2013 RAM
HEAVY DUTY PORTFOLIO ENSURES INVALUABLE VIEWS OF
THE CARGO BED. IT’S IDEAL FOR A LAST-MINUTE CHECK
OF YOUR PAYLOAD, OR WHEN HOOKING UP A BED-
MOUNTED GOOSENECK OR FIFTH-WHEEL TRAILER HITCH.
+ NEW, IMPROVED AVAILABLE SIDE
STEPS HAVE BEEN LENGTHENED.
A WHEEL-TO-WHEEL DESIGN EASES
ACCESS TO THE CARGO BED AND
IMPROVES AIR FLOW. THE REDUCTION
OF WIND RESISTANCE IMPROVES
AERODYNAMICS AND HELPS
ACHIEVE MORE FUEL-EFFICIENT
PERFORMANCE.
+ THE SLEEK NEW EXTERIOR STYLING OFFERS
NUMEROUS IMPROVEMENTS,INCLUDING
NEW UNIQUE GRILLE TEXTURES, NEW ONE-
PIECE OUTER PANELS, AND A SUPER-TOUGH
HYDROFORMED INNER STRUCTURE FOR THE
ENGINE COMPARTMENT.
+ WIPER BLADES HAVE BEEN REPOSITIONED. THE
DESIGN TUCKS THE BLADES BENEATH THE HOOD
COWL, REDUCING GLARE, EXTENDING
AERODYNAMIC EFFICIENCY, AND AUGMENTING
THE CLEAN, STREAMLINED APPEARANCE OF NEW
2013 RAM HEAVY DUTY.
+TRIPLE-SEALED DOORS WITH WEATHER
STRIPPING. IT’S ALL ABOUT ISOLATING THE
INTERIOR OF NEW RAM, AND IT WORKS. THE
PROCESS KEEPS MOISTURE AND DUST OUT,
AND ALLOWS MINIMAL INTRUSION OF NOISE,
VIBRATION, AND HARSHNESS (NVH).
+ HUGE 7 x 11-INCH TRAILER TOW
MIRRORS OFFER MULTIPLE-
PERSPECTIVE REAR VIEWS,
WITH A SCULPTED AERODYNAMIC
DESIGN THAT HELPS IMPROVE
FUEL EFFICIENCY.
DUAL FUNCTIONALITY IS BY
DESIGN: WHEN VERTICAL,
THEY’RE IDEAL FOR TOWING.
FOR EVERYDAY DRIVING
CONVENIENCE, FLIP THEM OVER
TO HORIZONTAL. (STANDARD,
3500; AVAILABLE, 2500)

A completely new approach to this design gives you exactly what a work
truck should be: exceptional power, the capability to pull off heavy-duty assignments
with confidence, and head-turning good looks.
Here, new exterior styling comes to work with impressive aerodynamic efficiency
— and an on-road stance that boasts a muscular, athletic profile.
In front, new grille treatments now offer model-specific identities, with an overall
greater use of chrome and defining highlights. Quad lens headlamps are now
standard, with all-new projector-beam headlamps available on upscale Ram Heavy
Duty models, offering a sharp new look and vastly improved forward and
peripheral lighting. New, intelligently designed touches in the side lenses give
you a subtle Ram’s Head logo for those in the know.
From the revised side badging that distinguishes models and powertrains to the
available new wheels, new 2013 Ram Heavy Duty 2500/3500 pickups visually
convey no-nonsense capability with unmistakable Ram style. Add it all up: new
exterior design elements. Five new exterior colors. Sharp two-tone paint treatments
for select models. Everywhere you look, this is Ram Heavy Duty like never before.
Properly secure all cargo.
+NEW HEADLAMPS ON SELECT RAM HEAVY DUTY
MODELS ARE MODEL-SPECIFIC. QUAD LENS HALOGEN
LAMPS ARE STANDARD. ON HIGH-END RAM MODELS,
ALL-NEW AVAILABLE PROJECTOR-BEAM BIFUNCTIONAL
HEADLAMPS OFFER OUTSTANDING LUMINOSITY, AND
ARE AUGMENTED BY SUPPLEMENTAL LED LAMPS.
+THE AVAILABLE CLASS-EXCLUSIVE[3] RAMBOX®CARGO MANAGEMENT SYSTEM PROVES
AS POPULAR AS EVER. NEW RAM 2500/3500 CREW CAB AND MEGA CAB®MODELS ADD
CAPABILITY TO THEIR 6-FOOT 4-INCH BEDS. THE SYSTEM COMPRISES TWO HUGE,
DRAINABLE AND ILLUMINATED SIDE BINS — AND THEY’RE NOW LOCKABLE WITH THE
NEW ALL-SECURETM LOCKING SYSTEM. INCLUDED WITH THE RAMBOX SYSTEM IS A
CARGO BED EXTENDER/DIVIDER (STORED NEATLY IN FRONT OF THE BED WHEN NOT IN
USE), CARGO RAILS, AND FOUR ADJUSTABLE CLEATS.
+LOOK FOR MULTIFUNCTIONAL TECHNOLOGY
EVERYWHERE — EVEN THE TAILGATE HANDLE.
IT HOUSES AN AVAILABLE BACK-UP CAMERA[6]
WITH NEW HIGHER DEFINITION AND ALL-NEW
DYNAMIC GRID LINE IMAGING. IT ALL APPEARS
IN THE NEW AVAILABLE FULL-COLOR CENTER-
STACK DISPLAY.
+EVEN THE NEW AVAILABLE LED
TAILLAMPS ARE MORE EFFICIENT,
USING LESS ENERGY THAN THE
TYPICAL INCANDESCENT BULB —
AN EDGE CONTRIBUTING TO FUEL
EFFICIENCY. THE LED TAILLAMP
ELEMENTS ARE NOW INDIRECTLY
LIT, FOR IMPROVED VISIBILITY
IN TWILIGHT HOURS.

New 2013 Ram 2500 Crew Cab Tradesman with available class-exclusive[2] RamBox®Cargo Management System and
available 6.7L Cummins®Turbo Diesel shown in Bright White. Properly secure all cargo. Properly secure all cargo.

2013 Ram Power Wagon®gives you phenomenal off-road capability. Shown here:
2013 Ram 2500 Power Wagon in Deep Cherry Red Crystal Pearl with Black lower
with available class-exclusive[2] RamBox®Cargo Management System.
2013 Ram 3500 Crew Cab Laramie Longhorn DRW shown in Western
Brown Pearl with White Gold Metallic lower. Properly secure all cargo.

Ram Laramie Longhorn interior shown in Cattle Tan/Black.

These interiors are unparalleled in our history. The all-new Ram
PowerNet electrical architecture provides a high-speed network
to connect all systems. New Sapphire Blue ambient lighting in
select models joins Sapphire Blue backlighting in all models.
Step inside new Ram Heavy Duty, and step up to technology
and comfort that rise to the top.
NEW INSTRUMENTATION RUNS RINGS AROUND CONVENTION.
Select trim levels offer high-end electronics with a degree of
sophistication never seen in Ram trucks. Assets include an
available all-new six-ring instrument cluster with a 7-inch, full-
color Multi-View Display with dozens of visual cues (telltales)
for real-time information on truck functions, communications,
and the radio. It’s all operated through steering wheel-mounted
cursors for instant menu access.
ALL-NEW SWITCH BANK OFFERS SUPREME CONTROL.
All Ram models let you control the new standard Electronic
Stability Control (ESC)[4] or the available heated and ventilated
seats and heated steering wheel with a new instrument panel-
mounted Integrated Switch Bank that puts full functionality at
your fingertips.
New for Ram Heavy Duty is an available Upfitter Interface
Module, now enhanced with 53 inputs/outputs — one of the
most upfitter-friendly designs for any pickup, and a first for
Ram Heavy Duty.
The 2013 Ram Mega Cab offers the most interior
volume of any full-size heavy-duty pickup.[3]
TOP RIGHT: RAM LARAMIE LONGHORN INTERIOR SHOWN IN CANYON BROWN/LIGHT BEIGE.
LOWER RIGHT: RAM MEGA CAB®LARAMIE INTERIOR SHOWN IN BLACK.

DYNAMIC NEW FULL-COLOR INSTRUMENTATION. THIS IS HOW MAN MERGES WITH HIS MACHINE.
A NOD TO THE PAST — AND TO THE TECHNOLOGY OF THE FUTURE. For the 2013 Ram
2500/3500,
each trim level now reflects a bold new look for the instrument panel and EVIC
(Electronic Vehicle Information Center) display. For towing, hauling, and vehicle operation
data, this is a full-function information center with an interface that leaves no doubt who’s
in control. It’s pure Ram, all the way.
THE NEXT LEVEL OF EVIC. This is
so not your uncle’s truck. Vibrant, full-color graphics from
the available new 7-inch Multi-View Display use stunning Thin Film Transistor (TFT) technology.
Scroll through roller-type interfaces with instant vehicle information, including graphics for 34
menu options. The level of information is astonishing.
ALL-NEW POWERNET ELECTRICAL ARCHITECTURE. It’s the equivalent of a high-speed Internet
connection in your Ram, conveying information about virtually every facet of vehicle operation
through multiple “smart” modules located throughout the vehicle.
THE UPSHOT: KNOWLEDGE. Leave the intuitive, state-of-the-art technology aside for a
moment. In the final analysis, you’ve got a wealth of info right at your fingertips, with
steering wheel-mounted cursors that take you through dozens of different pieces of real-time
information — everything from trailer data to critical pressures and powertrain operating
temperatures. This is technology driving to be the best.