At a glance
A specialist heavy-duty pickup requiring a full legal, licence, payload and combination-mass check.
- Heavy-duty full-size pickup
- Diesel powertrain
- Available now in New Zealand
Available nowDiesel
NZ ute model guide
RAM 3500
A specialist heavy-duty pickup requiring a full legal, licence, payload and combination-mass check.
Current published starting point$194,990 MSRPPrices and capacities vary by body, grade, fitted accessories and delivery timing.
NZ status: Current High Output Laramie is listed by RAM Trucks New Zealand; legal tow, licence and combination limits still depend on certification and setup.
Approved model image pendingRAM 3500
- Payload
- Up to 1,652kg
- Towing
- 4,500–6,900kg braked by approved setup/category
- Power
- 313kW
- Torque
- 1,458Nm
Work-first research
Everything important, without the brochure clutter
A specialist heavy-duty pickup requiring a full legal, licence, payload and combination-mass check. This work-first guide separates verified New Zealand information from the questions that still need a written answer for the exact vehicle.
Published specifications
- Engine / system
- 6.7L Cummins high-output turbo-diesel
- Power
- 313kW
- Torque
- 1,458Nm
- Transmission
- TorqueFlite 8-speed automatic
- Towing
- 4,500–6,900kg braked by approved setup/category
- Payload
- Up to 1,652kg
- Cargo / tub
- 6'4" cargo tub
- Driveline
- 4WD
Price & variants
$194,990 MSRPCompare the exact body, grade, on-road costs, fitted work equipment, delivery date and finance conditions—not only the headline price.
Work capability
Start with the completed vehicle: crew, tools, stock, tray or fit-out, accessories and any regular trailer.
- Heavy towing
- Rural
- Specialist work
Payload & towing
- Payload
- Up to 1,652kg
- Towing
- 4,500–6,900kg braked by approved setup/category
Powertrain
- Powertrain
- Diesel
- Engine / system
- 6.7L Cummins high-output turbo-diesel
- Power
- 313kW
Best suited to
Heavy towingRuralSpecialist work
Use this as a shortlist starting point. The final decision should follow a loaded test drive and a written, itemised offer.
Things to consider
- Payload after people, accessories and permanently carried equipment
- Service access, replacement transport and parts support
- Real delivery timing and any stock or allocation conditions
Dealer offers
Send one clear brief covering vehicle, work, setup, location and timing. Relevant participating dealers can respond where coverage is available.
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Read guideSpecification recordChecked 25 August 2026
RAM Trucks New Zealand 3500 High Output ↗. Values are published New Zealand model-family figures or explicitly labelled international manufacturer figures where the NZ page does not publish the field.
Common questions
RAM 3500 NZ FAQs
Is the RAM 3500 available in New Zealand?+
Current High Output Laramie is listed by RAM Trucks New Zealand; legal tow, licence and combination limits still depend on certification and setup. This status was checked 25 August 2026; confirm current stock and order timing with the supplying dealer.
Is the RAM 3500 suitable for tradies?+
It can be if the exact body, payload, towing and accessory setup match the written work brief. The model name alone is not enough.
Can I request RAM 3500 offers?+
Yes. Add the model to your vehicle brief and allow alternatives if you want relevant dealers to explain another option. Response numbers vary with model, location, timing and participating coverage.