Ford Chassis Cab vs. Ram 3500

Getting your equipment from one place to another is crucial in business. To do that, you’ll need a truck that can effectively carry everything you need and support its weight.

Both the Ford Chassis Cab and Ram 3500 are capable of towing over 30,000 pounds when properly configured. It’s the Ford that beats out the 3500 when it comes to standard towing capacity, however. Starting with the F-450 Chassis Cab trims, you’ll have a conventional towing capacity of at least 17,500 pounds. By comparison, the standard conventional towing capacity of the Ram 3500 is 14,970 pounds.

Moreover, without a cargo bed in the way, the Ford Chassis Cab can support not only a greater payload capacity, but also a greater variety of cargo options. With a maximum payload capacity of 15,090 pounds when properly equipped, the Chassis Cab can easily carry everything from tractors to dump boxes and everything in between.

The most that the Ram can support is 7,680 pounds of payload in its cargo bed when properly configured.

Where does all that strength come from? It all starts under the hood.

Both come standard with a similar V8 engine that boasts about 430 lb-ft of torque. They also both offer an available diesel engine with over 800 lb-ft of torque.

Where does the Ford pull away from the competition? Easy. It’s with the TorqShift® 10-speed automatic transmission with SelectShift®. It’s paired to all engines and offers a wider range of gear ratios than the standard 8- or available 6-speed automatic transmission of the Ram 3500, so you can enjoy easy towing and optimized fuel economy.

Your truck not only needs to help you get the job done efficiently, but it also needs to be comfortable, especially if you work long hours.

You’ll be accommodated whether you choose the Ford Chassis Cab or Ram 3500. The Ford, however, is better fitted for the working driver, while the Ram could be a better match for leisurely driving.

The space you have on the inside will depend on the cab style you choose. Both trucks offer three cab styles. They share a Regular Cab and a Crew Cab, and while the Ram 3500 gives you the option of a larger Mega Cab, the Ford Chassis Cab offers a SuperCab—the middle ground. If you’re only transporting the crew once a week, it could be perfect for you.

The Ford Chassis Cab also offers worksite essentials, like:

• • SYNC® 4 touchscreen with voice activation
• • Navigation
• • Upfitter interface module
• • Ford Telematics™
• • Truck Apps

Plus, if you want even more luxuries in your Ford, you can opt for available power-adjustable front seats, leather upholstery, and heated front seats.