The RAM 3500 is the dominant heavy-duty pickup in Memphis's contractor, construction, and trade business market. With the Cummins 6.7L diesel, it leads its class in both towing capacity (up to 37,090 lbs conventional) and payload (up to 7,680 lbs). For Memphis businesses that pull equipment trailers, haul heavy materials, or need a truck that can genuinely work as hard as the job demands, the RAM 3500 is consistently the right answer.
RAM 3500 Configurations: What's Available Used
- →Cab styles: Regular cab (two doors, single bench — maximizes bed length), Crew cab (four full-size doors, shorter bed — most popular for business use), Mega cab (four doors with extended rear passenger space).
- →Bed lengths: 6'4" standard bed, 8' long bed. Crew cab with long bed is the most capable configuration for heavy hauling.
- →Engines: Cummins 6.7L turbodiesel (preferred for towing and longevity), 6.4L HEMI V8 gasoline (lower purchase price, simpler maintenance), 6.7L High-Output Cummins (available on higher trim years, maximum towing).
- →Drivetrains: 2WD (lighter, better fuel economy, adequate for most Memphis applications), 4WD (necessary for off-road job sites or unpaved material yards).
- →Trim levels: Tradesman (work-spec, best value), Big Horn/SLT (mid-level), Laramie/Limited (feature-loaded, higher resale).
Who Buys RAM 3500 Trucks in Memphis
- →General contractors: Towing excavators, skid steers, and equipment trailers to job sites across Shelby County and the Mid-South.
- →Landscapers: Heavy mowing equipment, dump trailers, and crew transport.
- →Plumbers and HVAC contractors: Towing pipe trailers, equipment skids, and managing heavy material runs.
- →Flatbed operators: RAM 3500 cab/chassis builds are common in equipment hauling and oversized load transport.
- →Agriculture and rural operations: Farm equipment towing and heavy-duty property maintenance in Fayette and DeSoto counties.
What to Inspect on a Used RAM 3500
- →Cummins diesel health: Pull the dipstick and check oil color and level. Black soot in the oil suggests missed change intervals. Check for coolant in the oil (white residue on the dipstick).
- →DEF system (2013+): RAM 3500s from 2013 onward have Diesel Exhaust Fluid systems with DPF filters. Check for active DEF or regen fault codes — these can be expensive to repair.
- →Frame and hitch receiver: Heavy towing puts serious stress on the rear frame. Inspect the hitch receiver area for cracks and welds.
- →Transmission: The AISIN 6-speed automatic on high-output Cummins models is extremely durable. The 68RFE automatic on standard Cummins is adequate but benefits from an upgraded torque converter at high tow miles.
- →Suspension: Overloaded trucks develop sagging rear springs. Check ride height with the truck unloaded.
Used RAM 3500 Prices in Memphis (2025)
- →RAM 3500 gas HEMI, crew cab, 100–150k miles: $28,000–$38,000
- →RAM 3500 Cummins diesel, crew cab, 100–150k miles: $35,000–$50,000
- →RAM 3500 Cummins diesel, long bed, under 80k miles: $45,000–$62,000
- →RAM 3500 cab/chassis with flatbed body: $32,000–$48,000
Buy a Used RAM 3500 in Memphis
Victory Auto Commercial at 4885 Elmore Road in Memphis carries RAM 3500 heavy-duty pickup trucks as part of our commercial inventory. Every truck is inspected by our ASE-certified mechanics before listing. We handle title, registration, and financing in-house — same-day approvals through 14 commercial lenders. Walk-ins welcome Monday–Friday 9 AM–6 PM, Saturday 10 AM–4 PM. Call (901) 380-5800 for current RAM 3500 inventory.
Browse our current inventory at 4885 Elmore Road or call (901) 380-5800. ASE-inspected commercial trucks, same-day financing.