The Dodge Ram 3500 is a very capable full-size heavy-duty truck that comes with two very capable engines in the 5.7-liter Hemi V8 or 6.7-liter six-cylinder Cummins diesel. The 3500 maxes out with a 5,110-pound payload capacity on the regular cab 4x4 model and 18,500-pound towing capacity in the regular cab 4x2 model.

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When heavy hauling is required, call on the Dodge Ram 3500 to flex its muscle.

There are many options to consider when shopping for a Ram 3500, including a choice of two or four-wheel drive and three different cab sizes (regular, quad and mega).

The mega cab can accommodate six people and has a total of 143.3 cubic feet of volume. The rear seats can be folded up for a large flat load floor.

The mega cab offers 15 inches more length than an average quad cab, reclining rear seats, built-in trays and a large load floor with the rear seats folded down. Also available are a DVD entertainment system and power sunroof.

Regular and quad cabs can be equipped with either a 6.3-foot box or 8.2-foot cargo box, while the mega cab comes with only the longer 8.2-foot cargo box.

Two engines are offered on the Ram 3500, a Hemi V8 or Cummins diesel inline-six.

The 5.7-liter Hemi V8 has increased output to an impressive 383 horsepower and 400 pound-feet of torque. The engine features the Multiple-Displacement System (MDS) which shuts off four cylinders under light load conditions to conserve fuel.

A 6.7-liter Cummins turbo diesel inline six-cylinder engine is also available, rated at 350 horsepower and a whopping 650 pound-feet of torque. Variable geometry turbocharging has the turbocharger mounted on the side of the engine to simplify the design and alleviate heat build-up under the hood.

Improvements over the past 10 years have given this diesel engine 90-percent improved emissions, making it one of the cleanest burning diesels on the road.

Five-speed and six-speed automatic transmissions are available, with a beefy six-speed manual transmission coming standard on the 3500.

The front suspension is of the double-wishbone independent variety and helps smooth out both on-road and off-road imperfections. The Hotchkiss-sourced rear suspension consists of a solid axle and leaf springs.

Interior comfort and convenience features available include satellite radio, a navigation system, dual-zone climate control, power adjustable pedals, power sunroof and remote start.