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Frame Strength & Upfits

With brute-strong, upfit-accommodating frames, Dodge Ram Chassis Cabs are ready to be customized to work for you. Upfit-friendly features include:

  • 50,000 PSI of rear frame steel strength - the strongest in its class for 3500[1]
  • Up to 8,860 pounds of payload capacity for 4500 Chassis Cab
  • Industry-standard 34-inch frame rail spacing
  • Flat frame rails for ease of upfit
  • C-channel construction
  • Standard durable limited-slip rear axles
  • 13,500-pound rear GAWR for models with dual-rear-wheel axles for 4500 and 5500
  • 7,000-pound front GAWR for Dodge Ram 4500 and 5500 Chassis Cab trucks

  • Strongest rear frame steel strength

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  • Standard 34-inch frame rail spacing

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  • Flat frame rails

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  • Kick-Up

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    • Kick-up design creates a more level surface for easier upfit conversions

  • C-channel & Wiring

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  • Limited-Slip Rear Axle

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2008 Dodge Ram 3500 Chassis Cab vs. Ford and GM one-ton pickup-based chassis cab models.
 
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