The 2016 Ram 2500 Tradesman is a no-nonsense heavy-duty truck built for serious work, serious power, and serious value. This is not a dressed-up pickup pretending to be tough. The Ram 2500 Tradesman is engineered to handle demanding jobs, heavy loads, and long days without hesitation. If you need a truck that earns its keep every mile, this one is ready to deliver.
From the outside, the 2016 Ram 2500 Tradesman projects strength and purpose. The bold front grille, tall hood, and wide stance make it clear this truck means business. Heavy-duty bumpers, rugged steel wheels, and a durable bed design reinforce its work-first mindset. This is a truck built to take abuse on job sites, back roads, and long highway runs without blinking.
Under the hood, the Ram 2500 Tradesman offers serious power options designed for real-world demands. The available 6.4L HEMI V8 delivers strong horsepower and torque for confident towing and hauling, while the legendary 6.7L Cummins Turbo Diesel option provides massive torque and long-term durability for the toughest tasks. Paired with a heavy-duty automatic transmission, this truck is built to pull trailers, equipment, and loads with control and confidence. Whether youre hauling materials or towing a heavy trailer, this Ram doesnt flinch.
The chassis and suspension are engineered for heavy-duty performance. A solid rear axle, robust frame, and available four-wheel drive provide traction and stability in rough terrain, mud, snow, or uneven job sites. This truck is designed to stay planted under load and maintain control when conditions are far from ideal.
Inside, the 2016 Ram 2500 Tradesman focuses on functionality and durability. The cabin is spacious and straightforward, with durable materials designed to stand up to daily use. Supportive seating, clear gauges, and a driver-focused layout keep everything easy to reach and easy to use. The Tradesman trim prioritizes practicality, making it an ideal work environment for long days behind the wheel.
Technology and convenience features are purpose-driven. A user-friendly infotainment system, Bluetooth connectivity, steering wheel controls, and multiple power outlets help keep you connected and productive. Large mirrors and excellent visibility make towing and maneuvering easier, while simple controls allow you to focus on the task at hand.
Safety is built into the foundation of the Ram 2500. Stability control, traction control, anti-lock brakes, multiple airbags, and a reinforced frame work together to provide confidence when hauling or towing. Optional towing aids such as integrated trailer brake control and tow/haul mode help manage heavy loads with precision.
The bed is designed for work, with a wide opening, durable liner options, and tie-down points that make loading and securing cargo simple. Whether youre hauling tools, lumber, or equipment, the Ram 2500 Tradesman is built to handle it without compromise.
The 2016 Ram 2500 Tradesman delivers heavy-duty strength, proven engineering, and aggressive value in a truck that refuses to cut corners. If you need real capability, real durability, and a truck that shows up ready to work every day, this Ram 2500 Tradesman is ready to get it done.
Used 2016 Ram2500 Tradesman
- Exterior Color
- Flame Red Clearcoat
- Interior Color
- Diesel Gray Black
- Odometer
- 121,990 miles
- Body/Seating
- 4WD Crew Cab 149 Tradesman/6 seats
- Transmission
- Automatic
- Engine
- 8
- VIN
- 3C6TR5CT4GG285059
- Stock Number
- RTBG1278A
Ram
2500
Highlighted Features
- Wireless phone connectivity
- Parking sensors
- Exterior parking camera rear
- Auto-dimming rearview mirror
- Remote keyless entry
- Fully automatic headlights
- Bedliner
- Heated door mirrors
- Trailer hitch receiver
- Trailer sway control
Included Packages & Accessories
Detailed Specifications
- 1-touch down
- 1-touch up
- Air conditioning
- Auto-dimming rearview mirror
- Driver door bin
- Front beverage holders
- Illuminated entry
- Overhead console
- Passenger door bin
- Power windows
- Rear door bins
- Remote keyless entry
- Speed control
- Tilt steering wheel
- Front anti-roll bar
- Power steering
- Single rear wheels
- Wheel size: 18"
- 1st row LCD monitors: 1
- AM/FM radio: SiriusXM
- Primary LCD size: 5.0"
- Radio data system
- Satellite radio trial duration with new vehicle purchase (months): 12
- Smart device integration
- Speakers: 6
- Wireless phone connectivity: Bluetooth
- Front center armrest: w/storage
- Front seats: bench
- Max seating capacity: 6
- Rear seat center armrest
- Rear seats: bench
- Rear seats Folding position: fold-up cushion
- Drive type: four-wheel
- Engine location: front
- Fuel tank capacity: 31.0gal.
- Limited slip differential: mechanical
- Manual-shift auto
- Mode select transmission
- Sequential multi-point fuel injection
- Variable intake manifold
- Variable valve control
- Approach angle: 23 deg
- Departure angle: 24 deg
- Ground clearance (max): 206mm (8.1")
- Ground clearance (min): 185mm (7.3")
- Ramp breakover angle: 20 deg
- Bedliner
- Bumpers: chrome
- Heated door mirrors
- Left rear passenger door: conventional
- Power door mirrors
- Rear cargo: tailgate
- Rear step bumper
- Right rear passenger: conventional
- Skid plates
- Trailer hitch receiver
- Trailer sway control
- Exterior body width: 2,019mm (79.5")
- Exterior height: 2,002mm (78.8")
- Exterior length: 6,030mm (237.4")
- Front headroom: 1,041mm (41.0")
- Front hiproom: 1,605mm (63.2")
- Front legroom: 1,041mm (41.0")
- Front shoulder room: 1,676mm (66.0")
- Interior cargo volume: 1,161 L (41 cu.ft.)
- Interior maximum cargo volume: 1,161 L (41 cu.ft.)
- Passenger volume: 3,548L (125.3 cu.ft.)
- Rear headroom: 1,013mm (39.9")
- Rear hiproom: 1,605mm (63.2")
- Rear legroom: 1,024mm (40.3")
- Rear shoulder room: 1,669mm (65.7")
- Turning radius: 6.7m (21.9')
- Wheelbase: 3,785mm (149.0")
- Compass
- Delay-off headlights
- Display: analog
- Exterior parking camera rear: ParkView yes
- Front fog lights
- Fully automatic headlights
- Low tire pressure warning
- Oil pressure gauge
- Outside temperature display
- Parking sensors: rear
- Rear window defroster
- Tachometer
- Variably intermittent wipers
- Voltmeter
- 4 wheel disc brakes
- ABS brakes
- Brake assist
- Dual front impact airbags
- Dual front side impact airbags
- Electronic stability
- Ignition disable
- Occupant sensing airbag
- Overhead airbag
- Panic alarm
- Traction control
Dealer Notes
KBB.com Consumer Reviews

Overall4.3Out of 5
- 5.0
Kbb undervalue truck
By Dudad | on Thursday, March 09, 2023
Great truck , Kelley blue must be under pricing for cash offers . My truck sells for 38k at the dealer and 30-35k privately… - 5.0
Great Truck
By JD Hollan | on Tuesday, January 24, 2023
The diesel option is a great choice. Would recommend an extended warranty at the end of factory warrant as the prices for any repairs are crazy. The extended platnum warranty has saved me money. Could be a little better on fuel mileage although I just checked my highway mileage at 53,000 miles and was getting between 22-23 mpg in the piedmont to mountains and back of North Carolina.… - 5.0
Perfect for what we needed
By KPS48 | on Saturday, November 29, 2025
We didn't want a much newer model than what we bought because we didn't want all the electrical aspects, knob shifter, etc. Found exactly what we were looking for and bought it based on the details offered on this site. Very happy with our purchase and the information provided by KBB.…
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All prices shown exclude taxes, title, license and $251.05 IN doc fee. Dealer will not honor pricing errors displayed here. Vehicle with advertised incentives and discounts available for purchase at the time of posting, subject to published qualifications for applicable incentives. Pricing is subject to changes as a result of expiration or change to manufacturer incentives and other discounts, manufacturer model/option changes, and market adjustment.
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