If you’re looking for the best bang for your buck when it comes to Heavy Duty trucks, the Ram 2500 is a fan favorite. With more than a handful of trims to pick from, we’ll go over the starting two since most drivers will gravitate towards those when needing something for work. These are a few things that make the Ram 2500 Tradesman and Lone Star trims unique.
Key Takeaways
- When it comes to both trims, they share the same engine, meaning the same towing capacity.
- If you’re wanting the best bang for your buck, then you’ll want to look for the Tradesman, this is because it has the lowest price, while still being ready for heavy hauling.
- If you want more of a looker, then the Lone Star is the trim for you. This builds on the Tradesman, and equips it with chrome, almost like you’re putting a bolo tie on it.
What features does the Ram 2500 Tradesman have?
Starting off the lineup, there’s the Tradesman with a starting price of $45,565. This Ram trim is built for work, so the features are pretty light. Sometimes that’s all you want. For the exterior, you’ll find that this trim comes with manual telescopic trailer tow mirrors, a black grille, and bumpers.
While it isn’t built for style, it does come with some features that will make your truck look good, and that’s the 17-inch black steel wheels. While not the most fancy, it does keep your truck looking nice and put together.
What features does the Ram 2500 Lone Star have?
The Lone Star trim is as nice as the state it's named after. Coming with a starting price of $49,710, it does come with some upgraded features that reflect the higher price. The first one you’ll notice is that it comes with power telescopic trailer tow mirrors, letting you stay inside your truck.
You’ll also find that this comes with chrome bumpers, as well as a unique chrome grille with black inserts. The wheels also get an upgrade, as these are 18-inch polished, cast aluminum wheels.
One thing that makes this trim a bit more friendly on the road is the ParkSense front and rear park assist. This makes it so that when you’re not actively at a job site, you’ll be able to be confident when it comes to parking your truck, and for one this size, most people won’t say no to some help.
Do the Ram 2500 Tradesman and Lonestar have some similarities?
While they are their own unique trims, there are a few things that stay the same. The first area where they remain the same, and one that most truck owners care about the most is the 6.4L HEMI V8. This engine makes 429 lb-ft of torque and 405 horsepower. While horsepower isn’t as important, the large amount of torque allows you to tow 17,750-pounds. Making it easy for handymen everywhere to get what features they’re looking for, while still focusing on the work purpose of your Ram.
They also share the same touchscreen for the infotainment system. This screen comes in at 8.4-inches and allows for phone connectivity through Android Auto and Apple CarPlay. If you wish, you can even upgrade this to a 12-inch screen. This gives you a bit more freedom to connect two phones up at once, allowing you to use this as a family option when needed.
Soooo, which Ram 2500 trim is best for heavy-duty work?
Really, you can’t go wrong with either. Since they both come with the same engine, this truck will do the same regardless of trim. It all comes down to which features you desire. We think it’s best to come see these features in person, so we invite you to come on down to Coleman. We have some of the best inventory around, and we’ll have what you’re looking for!