2012 RAM 2500 Dimensions, Sizes & Specifications
Based on 27 trims — exact values when identical, ranges when trims differ. Generation: Fourth generation (DS/DJ/D2).
- Length230.4 in – 259.4 in
- Width79.4 in – 79.5 in
- Height73.3 in – 80.6 in
- Wheelbase140.5 in – 169.0 in
- Ground clearance7.3 in – 14.5 in
- Curb weight5,482 lb – 6,813 lb
- Length230.4 in – 259.4 in
- Height73.3 in – 80.6 in
- Wheelbase140.5 in – 169.0 in
- Ground clearance7.3 in – 14.5 in
- Curb weight5,482 lb – 6,813 lb
- Width79.4 in – 79.5 in
Proportional exterior silhouette from catalog length, width and height. The explorer below is a systems map — different purpose, not a second silhouette.
Explore your 2012 RAM 2500
Interactive systems diagram for this model year — measure, check fitment, and open the matching SpecSizes tools. Schematic only; not photorealistic body styling.
- Dimensions
- Wheels
- Tires
- Wipers
- Battery
- Oil
- Interior
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Select a system below or on the diagram. This schematic marks measurement areas — it is not body-accurate styling.
Catalog summaries
Exterior: 230.4 in – 259.4 in · 79.4 in – 79.5 in · 73.3 in – 80.6 in. Full dimensions
Wheels: bolt pattern 8x165.1, bore 120.9 mm. Wheel sizes
Tires: LT265/70SR17.0E OWL AS, LT265/70SR17.0E OWL AT, LT265/70SR17.0E BSW AT, LT285/70SR17.0D BSW AT…. Tire sizes
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- Wheel fitment & interchangeCompare donor or custom wheels
Exterior dimensions
| Length | 230.4 in – 259.4 in |
|---|---|
| Width | 79.4 in – 79.5 in |
| Height | 73.3 in – 80.6 in |
| Wheelbase | 140.5 in – 169.0 in |
| Ground clearance | 7.3 in – 14.5 in |
Interior dimensions
| Front headroom | 40.3 in – 41.0 in |
|---|---|
| Rear headroom | 39.9 in – 40.3 in |
| Front legroom | 41.0 in |
| Rear legroom | 42.9 in – 43.3 in |
| Front shoulder room | 65.9 in – 66.0 in |
| Rear shoulder room | 65.7 in |
| Front hip room | 62.9 in – 63.2 in |
| Rear hip room | 62.9 in – 63.2 in |
| Passenger volume | 63.0 cu ft – 130.0 cu ft |
| Luggage volume | 7.6 cu ft – 41.0 cu ft |
Weight & capacities
| Curb weight | 5,482 lb – 6,813 lb |
|---|---|
| GVWR | 8,510 lb – 8,800 lb |
| Fuel tank | 34.0 gal – 35.0 gal |
| Max towing capacity | 10,050 lb – 11,350 lb |
Engine
| Torque | 400 lb-ft |
|---|
Torque shown in lb-ft as stored in the catalog.
Wheels, tires & maintenance sizes
Tire sizes Full tire size page → · Wheel fitment →
- LT265/70SR17.0E OWL AS
- LT265/70SR17.0E OWL AT
- LT265/70SR17.0E BSW AT
- LT285/70SR17.0D BSW AT
- LT245/70SR17.0E BSW AS
- 245/70R17
- 265/70R17
- 275/70R18
- 285/55R20
- 285/70R17
Wiper sizes Full wiper size page →
- Driver22"
- Passenger22"
Battery group size Full battery size page →
- 94RH7
- H7-AGM
Oil capacity Full oil capacity page →
- 5W-307 qt
- 5W-4012 qt
Trim-by-trim dimensions (27 trims)
| Trim | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Clearance | Curb wt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Laramie 4x2 Crew Cab 149 in. WB | 237.4 | 79.5 | 74.2 | 149.0 | 7.8 | 5987 |
| Laramie 4x2 Crew Cab 169 in. WB | 259.4 | 79.4 | 74.1 | 169.0 | 7.8 | 6189 |
| Laramie 4x2 Mega Cab 160.5 in. WB | 248.4 | 79.5 | 74.1 | 160.5 | 7.8 | 6285 |
| Laramie 4x4 Crew Cab 149 in. WB | 237.4 | 79.5 | 78.4 | 149.0 | 8.1 | 6398 |
| Laramie 4x4 Crew Cab 169 in. WB | 259.4 | 79.4 | 78.3 | 169.0 | 8.1 | 6639 |
| Laramie 4x4 Mega Cab 160.5 in. WB | 248.4 | 79.5 | 78.3 | 160.5 | 8.1 | 6713 |
| Laramie Longhorn/Limited Edition 4x2 Crew Cab 149 in. WB | 237.4 | 79.5 | 74.2 | 149.0 | 7.8 | 6115 |
| Laramie Longhorn/Limited Edition 4x2 Crew Cab 169 in. WB | 259.4 | 79.4 | 74.1 | 169.0 | 7.8 | 6296 |
| Laramie Longhorn/Limited Edition 4x2 Mega Cab 160.5 in. WB | 248.4 | 79.5 | 74.1 | 160.5 | 7.8 | 6354 |
| Laramie Longhorn/Limited Edition 4x4 Crew Cab 149 in. WB | 237.4 | 79.5 | 78.4 | 149.0 | 8.1 | 6527 |
| Laramie Longhorn/Limited Edition 4x4 Crew Cab 169 in. WB | 259.4 | 79.4 | 78.3 | 169.0 | 8.1 | 6746 |
| Laramie Longhorn/Limited Edition 4x4 Mega Cab 160.5 in. WB | 248.4 | 79.5 | 78.3 | 160.5 | 8.1 | 6813 |
| Power Wagon 4x4 Crew Cab 149 in. WB | 237.4 | 79.5 | 80.6 | 149.0 | 14.5 | 6653 |
| SLT 4x2 Crew Cab 149 in. WB | 237.4 | 79.5 | 74.2 | 149.0 | 7.8 | 5955 |
| SLT 4x2 Crew Cab 169 in. WB | 259.4 | 79.4 | 74.1 | 169.0 | 7.8 | 6126 |
| SLT 4x2 Mega Cab 160.5 in. WB | 248.4 | 79.5 | 74.1 | 160.5 | 7.8 | 6224 |
| SLT 4x2 Regular Cab 140.5 in. WB | 230.4 | 79.4 | 73.6 | 140.5 | 7.8 | 5571 |
| SLT 4x4 Crew Cab 149 in. WB | 237.4 | 79.5 | 78.4 | 149.0 | 8.1 | 6341 |
| SLT 4x4 Crew Cab 169 in. WB | 259.4 | 79.4 | 78.3 | 169.0 | 8.1 | 6575 |
| SLT 4x4 Mega Cab 160.5 in. WB | 248.4 | 79.5 | 78.3 | 160.5 | 8.1 | 6683 |
| SLT 4x4 Regular Cab 140.5 in. WB | 230.4 | 79.4 | 76.2 | 140.5 | 8.2 | 6032 |
| ST 4x2 Crew Cab 149 in. WB | 237.4 | 79.5 | 73.7 | 149.0 | 7.3 | 5876 |
| ST 4x2 Crew Cab 169 in. WB | 259.4 | 79.4 | 73.5 | 169.0 | 7.3 | 6040 |
| ST 4x2 Regular Cab 140.5 in. WB | 230.4 | 79.4 | 73.3 | 140.5 | 7.6 | 5482 |
| ST 4x4 Crew Cab 149 in. WB | 237.4 | 79.5 | 77.7 | 149.0 | 7.4 | 6287 |
| ST 4x4 Crew Cab 169 in. WB | 259.4 | 79.4 | 77.6 | 169.0 | 7.3 | 6490 |
| ST 4x4 Regular Cab 140.5 in. WB | 230.4 | 79.4 | 75.7 | 140.5 | 7.5 | 5951 |
Values in inches / pounds as stored. Ranges above reflect trim variation.
Same generation (Fourth generation (DS/DJ/D2)): years 2012–2012. View model overview