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.
1 of 11  Ram 3500 Regular Cab SLT Pickup 2D 8 ft | 2 of 11 Ram 3500 Regular Cab Laramie Pickup 2D 8 ft | 3 of 11 Ram 3500 Regular Cab ST Pickup 2D 8 ft | 4 of 11  Ram 3500 Quad Cab SLT Pickup 4D 8 ft | 5 of 11 Ram 3500 Quad Cab ST Pickup 4D 6 1/4 ft | 6 of 11 Ram 3500 Quad Cab ST Pickup 4D 8 ft | 7 of 11 Ram 3500 Quad Cab Laramie Pickup 4D 8 ft | 8 of 11  Ram 3500 Mega Cab Laramie Pickup 4D 6 1/4 ft | 9 of 11 Ram 3500 Quad Cab Laramie Pickup 4D 6 1/4 ft | 10 of 11 Ram 3500 Quad Cab SLT Pickup 4D 6 1/4 ft | 11 of 11 Ram 3500 Mega Cab SLT Pickup 4D 6 1/4 ft | |||
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| Fair Market Price | $13,917 | $14,255 | $14,414 | $16,902 | $17,882 | $18,426 | $19,317 | $21,289 | $21,519 | $21,677 | $22,005 | ||
| 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 | 15,800 lbs | 16,350 lbs | 15,900 lbs | 15,900 lbs | 15,350 lbs | 16,350 lbs | 16,250 lbs | 15,800 lbs | ||
| Payload | N/A | N/A | N/A | 4,680 pounds | 2,820 pounds | 4,680 pounds | 4,680 pounds | N/A | 2,820 pounds | 3,230 pounds | N/A | ||
| 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 | 6,154 pounds | 6,007 pounds | 6,460 pounds | 6,780 pounds | 6,342 pounds | 6,558 pounds | 7,506 pounds | 6,739 pounds | 6,703 pounds | 7,060 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 | Standard | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Standard | Optional | Standard | Optional | Optional | ||
| Dual Power Front Seats | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | ||
| Power Driver's Seat | Optional | Standard | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Standard | Standard | Standard | Optional | Optional |
| Power Windows | Standard | Standard | Optional | Standard | Optional | Optional | 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 | 2WD | 4WD | 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 | 8 feet | 6.25 feet | 6.25 feet | 6.25 feet | 6.25 feet | ||
| Curb Weight | 6043 pounds | 6154 pounds | 6007 pounds | 6460 pounds | 6780 pounds | 6342 pounds | 6558 pounds | 7506 pounds | 6739 pounds | 6703 pounds | 7060 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 | 121.6 cubic feet | 121.6 cubic feet | Not Available | ||
| Fuel Capacity | 35 gallons | 35 gallons | 35 gallons | 35 gallons | 34 gallons | 35 gallons | 35 gallons | 34 gallons | 34 gallons | 34 gallons | 34 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 | 7.6 inches | 7.1 inches | 7.4 inches | 7.4 inches | 7.1 inches | ||
| Overall Length | 229.7 inches | 229.7 inches | 229.7 inches | 249.7 inches | 227.7 inches | 249.7 inches | 249.7 inches | Not Available | 227.7 inches | 227.7 inches | Not Available | ||
| Payload Capacity | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available | 4680 pounds | 2820 pounds | 4680 pounds | 4680 pounds | Not Available | 2820 pounds | 3230 pounds | Not Available | ||
| 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 | 75 feet | Not Available | 61 feet | 61 feet | Not Available | ||
| Turning Diameter | 44.6 feet | 44.6 feet | 44.6 feet | 50.3 feet | 44.6 feet | 50.3 feet | 50.3 feet | 52.5 feet | 44.6 feet | 44.6 feet | 52.5 feet | ||
| Wheel Base | 140.5 inches | 140.5 inches | 140.5 inches | 160.5 inches | 140.5 inches | 160.5 inches | 160.5 inches | 161 inches | 140.5 inches | 140.5 inches | 161 inches | ||
| Width with mirrors | 96 inches | 96 inches | 96 inches | 96 inches | 79.5 inches | 96 inches | 96 inches | Not Available | 79.5 inches | 79.5 inches | Not Available |
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, Laramie Pickup 2D 8 ft with a 6-Cyl, HO Turbo Dsl, etc. For a more detailed look at the 2006 Ram 3500 specs, features and options check out Kelley Blue Book's 2006 Dodge Ram 3500 specs page.
Is the Dodge Ram 3500 underpowered?
It depends on your definition of underpowered. All 2006 Ram 3500 trim variations have 325 horsepower. For a more detailed look at the 2006 Ram 3500 specs, features and options check out Kelley Blue Book's 2006 Dodge Ram 3500 specs page.
How much horsepower does a 2006 Ram 3500 have?
All 2006 Ram 3500 trim variations have 325 horsepower. For a more detailed look at the 2006 Ram 3500 specs, features and options check out Kelley Blue Book's 2006 Dodge Ram 3500 specs page.
All 2006 Dodge Ram 3500 Trims and Styles
- 2006 Dodge Ram 3500 Regular Cab SLT Pickup 2D 8 Ft
- 2006 Dodge Ram 3500 Regular Cab Laramie Pickup 2D 8 Ft
- 2006 Dodge Ram 3500 Regular Cab ST Pickup 2D 8 Ft
- 2006 Dodge Ram 3500 Quad Cab SLT Pickup 4D 8 Ft
- 2006 Dodge Ram 3500 Quad Cab ST Pickup 4D 6 1/4 Ft
- 2006 Dodge Ram 3500 Quad Cab ST Pickup 4D 8 Ft
- 2006 Dodge Ram 3500 Quad Cab Laramie Pickup 4D 8 Ft
- 2006 Dodge Ram 3500 Mega Cab Laramie Pickup 4D 6 1/4 Ft
- 2006 Dodge Ram 3500 Quad Cab Laramie Pickup 4D 6 1/4 Ft
- 2006 Dodge Ram 3500 Quad Cab SLT Pickup 4D 6 1/4 Ft
- 2006 Dodge Ram 3500 Mega Cab SLT Pickup 4D 6 1/4 Ft
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