Built for the Load Ahead: 2027 RAM 3500

Meet the 2027 RAM 3500 at Berglund CDJR

The 2027 RAM 3500 is a heavy-duty pickup built around substantial towing and hauling needs. Within RAM’s pickup lineup, it gives shoppers a load-focused platform with gas or diesel power, multiple cab layouts, and single- or dual-rear-wheel configurations. For buyers researching heavy-duty pickup trucks in Roanoke, the starting point is the job: what you carry, what you tow, and who rides along.

The core trim choices include Tradesman, Big Horn/Lone Star, Laramie, Limited Longhorn, and Limited. Equipment and configurations vary, so choose the load-handling setup first and the cabin finish second. Berglund CDJR in Roanoke, VA, provides a local starting point for comparing new RAM trucks.

Interior Specs and Features

The RAM 3500 cabin can serve as a straightforward workspace or a more upscale place to spend a long day. Regular Cab prioritizes front-seat occupants, while Crew Cab and Mega Cab add a second row for passengers and enclosed storage.

Interior Dimensions

• Seating: Two or three in Regular Cab; five or six in Crew Cab and Mega Cab, depending on front-seat configuration
• Front legroom: 40.9 inches across cab styles
• Rear legroom: 40.2 inches in Crew Cab; 43.1 inches in Mega Cab
• Front headroom: 39.8 inches in Regular Cab; 40.9 inches in Crew Cab and Mega Cab
• Rear headroom: 39.8 inches in Crew Cab; 40.3 inches in Mega Cab
• Front/rear shoulder room: 65.9/65.6 inches in the two-row cabs

Mega Cab’s additional rear legroom is worth considering when passengers routinely share the trip. Crew Cab balances second-row space with a choice of bed lengths.

Interior Highlights

• Available cloth seating and power-adjustable driver seating through applicable Big Horn equipment groups
• Available heated front seats and heated steering wheel through applicable equipment packages
• Available rear in-floor storage on specified Crew Cab configurations
• Available power-operated sunroof on Laramie, Limited Longhorn, and Limited Crew Cab or Mega Cab configurations

These choices let buyers tailor the truck around actual routines. Seat comfort matters on a long workday, while separate cabin storage keeps smaller items from competing with passengers for space. Verify package requirements on the selected truck.

Exterior Design

The RAM 3500’s proportions serve a practical purpose: accommodating people, cargo, and heavy-duty running gear. Cab size, bed length, and rear-wheel configuration influence how much room the truck needs at home, at work, and in a parking space.

Exterior Dimensions

• Regular Cab with 8-foot bed: 232 inches long; 140.2-inch wheelbase
• Crew Cab with 8-foot bed: 260.8 inches long; 169.1-inch wheelbase in 4x2 or 169.3 inches in 4x4
• Mega Cab with 6-foot-4-inch bed: 249.9 inches long; 160.4-inch wheelbase
• Published width: 83.5 inches for single-rear-wheel configurations; 96.5 inches for dual-rear-wheel configurations

A long-bed Crew Cab needs more parking length than a Regular Cab. Measure storage spaces and consider mirror clearance separately before choosing a dually for everyday use.

Exterior Highlights

• 6-foot-4-inch bed: 76.3-inch floor length and 57.5 cubic feet of volume
• 8-foot bed: 98.3-inch floor length and 74.7 cubic feet of volume
• Available Bed Utility Group with deployable bed step, LED bed lighting, and spray-in bedliner
• Available Dual Rear Wheel Group on eligible 3500 configurations

The longer bed provides additional floor space for cargo. Access equipment can simplify reaching the bed, while lighting helps illuminate the loading area when daylight is limited.

Exterior Paint Options

• Bright White
• Ceramic Gray
• Flane Red
• Diamond Black
• Forged Blue Metallic
• Granite Crystal Metallic
• Molten Red Pearl-Coat
• Silver-Zynith

New colors for this 2027 model include Serrano Green Metallic and Tank Clear-Coat.

Power and Performance

The RAM 3500 offers two distinct approaches to heavy-duty work. The HEMI® V8 supplies gasoline power, while the available High-Output Cummins® turbo diesel delivers substantially more torque. Neither choice replaces the need to check the truck’s configuration-specific ratings.

Engines and Powertrains

• 6.4-liter HEMI V8: 405 horsepower and 429 lb-ft of torque
• Available 6.7-liter High-Output Cummins turbo-diesel inline-6: 430 horsepower and 1,075 lb-ft of torque
• Published diesel peak torque occurs at 1,800 rpm

That low-rpm diesel torque supports load-focused driving. Gas buyers still receive a substantial V8; deciding between them should account for trailer requirements and the intended duty cycle.

Transmission and Drivetrain

• Eight-speed automatic transmission paired with each engine, using different transmission units
• 4x2 and 4x4 configurations, subject to cab and trim availability
• Part-time 4WD systems with 4WD High and 4WD Low on applicable configurations

Low-range gearing provides an additional tool for slow-speed operation where conditions warrant it. Four-wheel drive does not increase towing or payload ratings automatically.

Towing, Payload, and Capability

This 2027 model’s configuration-specific measurements include:

• Regular Cab Tradesman 4x2, 8-foot bed, dual rear wheels, diesel, and 3.42 axle ratio: 37,020-pound maximum trailer rating and 6,460-pound published payload
• Regular Cab Tradesman 4x2, 8-foot bed, dual rear wheels, gas V8, and 4.10 axle ratio: 18,140-pound maximum trailer rating and 7,580-pound published payload
• Mega Cab Laramie 4x4, 6-foot-4-inch bed, dual rear wheels, diesel, and 3.42 axle ratio: 32,890-pound maximum trailer rating and 5,380-pound published payload

These are not universal or final ratings, and maximum trailer weight and payload must not be treated as simultaneous usable capacities. Passengers, cargo, equipment, hitch hardware, and trailer tongue or pin weight affect the load calculation. Verify final guidance, hitch limits, and the individual truck’s labels before towing.

Driving Experience and Efficiency

• Front suspension uses a three-link arrangement with coil springs
• Rear suspension uses two-stage longitudinal leaf springs
• Supplemental rear air suspension is available on eligible configurations

The 3500’s suspension is built around its load-carrying role. When evaluating the driving experience, consider the load you normally carry rather than expecting the same response from an empty truck and a working truck.

Key Technology Features

RAM’s technology choices range from a straightforward interface to a larger infotainment display. Match the system to the information and controls you actually use, not just screen size.

Displays and Infotainment

• Standard 8.4-inch Uconnect® radio on Tradesman and Big Horn/Lone Star
• 12-inch Uconnect radio standard on Laramie and available through applicable lower-trim packages
• 14.5-inch Uconnect radio standard on Limited Longhorn and Limited; available through applicable Laramie equipment

The larger interfaces provide more display area for supported functions. Confirm navigation and other system capabilities with the exact radio and equipment group.

Connectivity and Convenience

• Available rear USB charging connections through applicable equipment groups
• Available 115-volt cabin outlet through applicable packages
• Available Harman Kardon® 17-speaker audio on Laramie; standard on Limited Longhorn and Limited

Charging access can keep passenger devices ready between stops, while upgraded audio adds another reason to consider cabin equipment alongside hauling hardware.

Safety Review

The RAM 3500 combines driver-assistance features with parking and camera equipment suited to a substantial pickup. These technologies support an attentive driver; they do not replace observation, judgment, or proper trailer setup.

Driver-Assistance Technology

• Standard Adaptive Cruise Control across the listed core trims
• Forward Collision Mitigation with Automatic Emergency Braking through the Safety Group
• Active Lane Management through the Safety Group
• Blind-spot Monitoring with conventional trailer coverage and Rear Cross Path detection, with availability varying by trim and package

These systems can assist with following distance and awareness of surrounding traffic. Check trailer-coverage limitations and operating conditions in the owner information.

Parking, Visibility, and Vehicle Safety

• Standard ParkView® rear backup camera with dynamic gridlines and zoom
• Available 360-degree surround-view camera through the Tow Technology Group
• ParkSense® front/rear park assist, with trim-dependent standard or packaged availability
• Six airbags across cab styles

Camera views and parking alerts help the driver assess the truck’s surroundings. Walk around the vehicle and trailer when needed; a display cannot reveal every obstacle.

Put the 2027 RAM 3500 to Work at Berglund CDJR

The RAM 3500 brings together heavy-duty hardware, gas or diesel power, and cabins that can accommodate both demanding work and passenger travel. For shoppers comparing trucks for towing at Berglund CDJR, bring the trailer’s loaded weight, hitch type, and expected passenger and cargo load. Those details make the comparison more useful than a maximum-rating headline.

Explore new RAM trucks, then contact Berglund CDJR in Roanoke to discuss 2027 RAM 3500 availability and the configuration that fits your requirements.

Disclaimer: This content was drafted with AI assistance for initial drafting, reviewed by a subject-matter expert for accuracy, and edited by our team of writers and editors.