2006 Dodge Ram 3500 Specs, Features & Options
Here's everything you need to know about each trim in the 2006 Dodge Ram 3500 lineup. Compare pricing, specs, key features and more.
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| Fair Market Price | $11,129 | $12,513 | $13,268 | $16,626 | $17,677 | $18,632 | $19,310 | $20,152 | $20,559 | $21,163 | $21,284 | ||
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel | Diesel | Diesel | Diesel | Diesel | Diesel | Diesel | Diesel | Diesel | Diesel | ||
| Horsepower | 325 @ 2900 RPM | 325 @ 2900 RPM | 325 @ 2900 RPM | 325 @ 2900 RPM | 325 @ 2900 RPM | 325 @ 2900 RPM | 325 @ 2900 RPM | 325 @ 2900 RPM | 325 @ 2900 RPM | 325 @ 2900 RPM | 325 @ 2900 RPM | ||
| Torque | 610 lb-ft | 610 lb-ft | 610 lb-ft | 610 lb-ft | 610 lb-ft | 610 lb-ft | 610 lb-ft | 610 lb-ft | 610 lb-ft | 610 lb-ft | 610 lb-ft | ||
| Towing Capacity | 16,150 lbs | 16,250 lbs | 16,250 lbs | 15,900 lbs | 16,350 lbs | 15,900 lbs | 16,350 lbs | 15,800 lbs | 15,350 lbs | 16,250 lbs | 15,800 lbs | ||
| Payload | N/A | N/A | N/A | 4,680 pounds | 2,820 pounds | 4,680 pounds | 2,820 pounds | N/A | N/A | 3,230 pounds | 4,680 pounds | ||
| Body Styles | Pickup | Pickup | Pickup | Pickup | Pickup | Pickup | Pickup | Pickup | Pickup | Pickup | Pickup | ||
| Engine | 6-Cyl, HO Turbo Dsl | 6-Cyl, HO Turbo Dsl | 6-Cyl, HO Turbo Dsl | 6-Cyl, HO Turbo Dsl | 6-Cyl, HO Turbo Dsl | 6-Cyl, HO Turbo Dsl | 6-Cyl, HO Turbo Dsl | 6-Cyl, HO Turbo Dsl | 6-Cyl, HO Turbo Dsl | 6-Cyl, HO Turbo Dsl | 6-Cyl, HO Turbo Dsl | ||
| Curb Weight | 6,043 pounds | 6,007 pounds | 6,154 pounds | 6,342 pounds | 6,780 pounds | 6,558 pounds | 6,739 pounds | 7,060 pounds | 7,506 pounds | 6,703 pounds | 6,460 pounds |
| Child Seat Anchors | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
| Child Door Locks | Not available | Not available | Not available | Not available | Not available | Not available | Not available | Not available | Not available | Not available | Not available |
| Cruise Control | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Optional | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
| Navigation System | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Cruise Control | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Optional | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Torque | 610 @ 2900 RPM | 610 @ 2900 RPM | 610 @ 2900 RPM | 610 @ 2900 RPM | 610 @ 2900 RPM | 610 @ 2900 RPM | 610 @ 2900 RPM | 610 @ 2900 RPM | 610 @ 2900 RPM | 610 @ 2900 RPM | 610 @ 2900 RPM |
| Leather Seats | Optional | Optional | Standard | Optional | Optional | Standard | Standard | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | ||
| Dual Power Front Seats | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | ||
| Power Driver's Seat | Optional | Optional | Standard | Optional | Optional | Standard | Standard | Optional | Standard | Optional | Optional |
| Power Windows | Standard | Optional | Standard | Optional | Optional | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
| Tilt Steering Wheel | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Alloy Wheels | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | ||
| Roof Rails | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Drivetrain | 4WD | 4WD | 2WD | 4WD | 2WD | 4WD | 4WD | 4WD | 4WD | 4WD | 4WD | ||
| Recommended Fuel | Diesel | Diesel | Diesel | Diesel | Diesel | Diesel | Diesel | Diesel | Diesel | Diesel | Diesel | ||
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic | Automatic | Automatic | Automatic | Automatic | Automatic | Automatic | Automatic | Automatic | Automatic |
| Bed Length | 8 feet | 8 feet | 8 feet | 8 feet | 6.25 feet | 8 feet | 6.25 feet | 6.25 feet | 6.25 feet | 6.25 feet | 8 feet | ||
| Curb Weight | 6043 pounds | 6007 pounds | 6154 pounds | 6342 pounds | 6780 pounds | 6558 pounds | 6739 pounds | 7060 pounds | 7506 pounds | 6703 pounds | 6460 pounds | ||
| EPA Total Interior | 65.2 cubic feet | 65.2 cubic feet | 65.2 cubic feet | 121.6 cubic feet | 121.6 cubic feet | 121.6 cubic feet | 121.6 cubic feet | Not Available | Not Available | 121.6 cubic feet | 121.6 cubic feet | ||
| Fuel Capacity | 35 gallons | 35 gallons | 35 gallons | 35 gallons | 34 gallons | 35 gallons | 34 gallons | 34 gallons | 34 gallons | 34 gallons | 35 gallons | ||
| Front Head Room | 40.9 inches | 40.9 inches | 40.9 inches | 40.8 inches | 40.8 inches | 40.8 inches | 40.8 inches | 40.8 inches | 40.8 inches | 40.8 inches | 40.8 inches | ||
| Front Leg Room | 41 inches | 41 inches | 41 inches | 41 inches | 41 inches | 41 inches | 41 inches | 41 inches | 41 inches | 41 inches | 41 inches | ||
| Minimum Ground Clearance | 7.6 inches | 7.6 inches | 7.6 inches | 7.6 inches | 7.4 inches | 7.6 inches | 7.4 inches | 7.1 inches | 7.1 inches | 7.4 inches | 7.6 inches | ||
| Overall Length | 229.7 inches | 229.7 inches | 229.7 inches | 249.7 inches | 227.7 inches | 249.7 inches | 227.7 inches | Not Available | Not Available | 227.7 inches | 249.7 inches | ||
| Payload Capacity | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available | 4680 pounds | 2820 pounds | 4680 pounds | 2820 pounds | Not Available | Not Available | 3230 pounds | 4680 pounds | ||
| Front Shoulder Room | 67.1 inches | 67.1 inches | 67.1 inches | 67 inches | 67 inches | 67 inches | 67 inches | 67 inches | 67 inches | 67 inches | 67 inches | ||
| Truck Bed Volume | 75 feet | 75 feet | 75 feet | 75 feet | 61 feet | 75 feet | 61 feet | Not Available | Not Available | 61 feet | 75 feet | ||
| Turning Diameter | 44.6 feet | 44.6 feet | 44.6 feet | 50.3 feet | 44.6 feet | 50.3 feet | 44.6 feet | 52.5 feet | 52.5 feet | 44.6 feet | 50.3 feet | ||
| Wheel Base | 140.5 inches | 140.5 inches | 140.5 inches | 160.5 inches | 140.5 inches | 160.5 inches | 140.5 inches | 161 inches | 161 inches | 140.5 inches | 160.5 inches | ||
| Width with mirrors | 96 inches | 96 inches | 96 inches | 96 inches | 79.5 inches | 96 inches | 79.5 inches | Not Available | Not Available | 79.5 inches | 96 inches |
FAQs
Does the 2006 Dodge Ram 3500 have a turbo?
Yes, the following 2006 Ram 3500 trims have turbo engines: SLT Pickup 2D 8 ft with a 6-Cyl, HO Turbo Dsl, ST Pickup 2D 8 ft with a 6-Cyl, HO Turbo Dsl, etc.
Is the Dodge Ram 3500 underpowered?
It depends on your definition of underpowered. All 2006 Ram 3500 trim variations have 325 horsepower.
How much horsepower does a 2006 Ram 3500 have?
All 2006 Ram 3500 trim variations have 325 horsepower.
All 2006 Dodge Ram 3500 Trims and Styles
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