What is a half-ton truck?

A half-ton truck offers the payload capacity of light-duty pickup trucks. Traditionally, the term "half-ton" referred to trucks that could carry about 1,000 pounds (or half a ton) of cargo in their beds. In the RAM lineup, here are the half-ton trucks: Ram 1500, Ram 1500 TRX and Ram Classic. Half-ton trucks like these offer a versatile balance of power, towing and payload capacity that meets the needs of drivers who require capability without moving up to a heavy-duty truck.

Which Ram trucks are heavy-duty?

In the RAM truck lineup, the heavy-duty models are: RAM 2500, RAM 3500, RAM 4500 and RAM 5500 Chassis Cab. These heavy-duty trucks are engineered to handle substantial workloads, offering enhanced durability, power and versatility compared to the light-duty RAM 1500 models.

Chassis Cab Vs Pickup Truck Differences

A chassis cab truck, like the RAM 4500 or RAM 5500, is a heavy-duty truck designed for customization and upfitting to serve various commercial needs. It features an open chassis behind the cab, allowing businesses to add specialized equipment, like flatbeds, utility boxes, dump beds or tow rigs.

Here are some types of businesses that typically benefit from a chassis cab truck: Construction Companies, Landscaping Services, Utility and Maintenance Companies, Towing and Recovery Services, Delivery and Transport Services, Agricultural Operations and more. If your business requires specialized transport, hauling or storage capabilities, a RAM chassis cab truck can provide the durability, flexibility and power you need. The RAM 4500 and 5500 models offer significant towing and payload capacities, making these trucks suitable for intense work environments and custom configurations.

From summertime to winter, we want to make sure you have the knowledge to utilize all your commercial pickup can offer. Living in the midwest, you may be interested in adding an aftermarket snowplow. Ram also offers a Power Take Off feature and a built in Ram Box cargo storage system to enhance your experience. Check out our Genuine Mopar Parts and Accessories in Pekin to explore all of your options. If you are looking for something specific and can't find it, call our Parts department at (309) 382-1222.