RAM Trucks 3500 SLT Tires

RAM Trucks 3500 SLT uses four sizes across the 2011 to 2016 range: 235/80R17 for 2011 through 2016, 265/70R17 for 2011 through 2012, 275/70R18 for 2013 through 2016, and 285/60R20 for 2013 through 2016. The 235/80R17 and 265/70R17 sizes fit 17-inch wheels, the 275/70R18 fits 18-inch wheels, and the 285/60R20 fits 20-inch wheels.

That means year alone is not always enough to identify the correct tire for a RAM Trucks 3500 SLT. Start with the truck's model year, then confirm the actual wheel diameter on the vehicle and compare the current tire size placard or existing tires before choosing among the listed fitments.

RAM Trucks 3500 SLT uses 17-inch, 18-inch, and 20-inch wheel diameters across this model group. The 17-inch fitments appear from 2011 through 2016 through the 235/80R17 size and from 2011 through 2012 through the 265/70R17 size, while 18-inch and 20-inch fitments appear from 2013 through 2016 through the 275/70R18 and 285/60R20 sizes.

Wheel diameter is the first fitment check because a 17-inch tire cannot be mounted on an 18-inch or 20-inch wheel, and the same logic applies across the rest of the range. On a RAM Trucks 3500 SLT, confirming the wheel size on the truck itself will narrow the choices faster than starting with year alone.

A 2013 RAM Trucks 3500 SLT has three tire sizes listed because that model year spans multiple wheel diameters. The available fitments split across 17-inch, 18-inch, and 20-inch wheels, represented by 235/80R17, 275/70R18, and 285/60R20.

That kind of split usually reflects different wheel packages rather than a single universal size for every truck. If you own a 2013 RAM Trucks 3500 SLT, check the wheel diameter stamped on the wheel or verify the existing tire size before making a selection, since all three listed sizes belong to the same year but not the same configuration.

On a RAM Trucks 3500 SLT, 235/80R17 means the tire has a 235 millimeter section width, an 80-series aspect ratio, radial construction, and a 17-inch rim diameter. It is one of the core 17-inch fitments in this model group and appears across the full 2011 through 2016 span.

That decoding helps separate it from the wider 265/70R17 and the later 18-inch and 20-inch options. If a RAM Trucks 3500 SLT is already fitted with 17-inch wheels, this size may be correct, but the wheel width should also be checked because the available product for this size is specified for 6.0 to 7.5 inch rims.

A 2014 RAM Trucks 3500 SLT can use 235/80R17, 275/70R18, or 285/60R20 depending on wheel package. Those three sizes correspond to three different wheel diameters, so the size is tied directly to the truck's actual wheel setup rather than to the year by itself.

The most reliable approach is to verify the tire size currently installed, check the wheel diameter, and compare rim width where available. On a 2014 RAM Trucks 3500 SLT, once the wheel diameter is confirmed, the fitment choices narrow immediately to the single size family that belongs on that wheel.

RAM Trucks 3500 SLT tire listings here include both RBL and RWL sidewall styles. The 235/80R17 BFGoodrich option is listed with an RBL sidewall, while the 265/70R17 and 275/70R18 BFGoodrich options are listed with RWL sidewalls.

Sidewall style matters if you want the truck to retain a particular visual character, especially on a visible wheel-and-tire package. For a RAM Trucks 3500 SLT, confirm the sidewall treatment you want before choosing among the listed sizes, since the appearance can vary even within the same tire family.

The available RAM Trucks 3500 SLT products in this set come from BFGoodrich. The listed products are part of the BFGoodrich All-Terrain T/A KO2 line and cover the available 17-inch and 18-inch fitments represented here.

Brand consistency simplifies selection, but it does not remove the need to verify fitment details. On a RAM Trucks 3500 SLT, the more important distinctions are the actual size, wheel diameter, rim width range, and load-rated version within the size rather than the brand name alone.

A RAM Trucks 3500 SLT should be stored on a clean, dry surface away from direct sunlight, ozone sources, and large temperature swings. Heavy-duty trucks place substantial static load on their tires, so maintaining proper inflation during storage is especially important to help prevent flat-spotting and sidewall strain.

If the truck sits for long periods, move it periodically or use storage practices that reduce constant load on one section of the tread. Keeping a RAM Trucks 3500 SLT clean, properly inflated, and out of prolonged sun exposure will usually do more for tire life than low annual mileage alone.

Tires on a RAM Trucks 3500 SLT should be inspected regularly even if the truck is driven only occasionally. Look for cracking, irregular wear, puncture damage, sidewall bulges, tread separation, and signs of underinflation, especially on a heavy-duty pickup that may see towing or work use.

A practical routine is to inspect the tires before any meaningful road trip and at regular intervals during the year, with inflation checked when the tires are cold. On a RAM Trucks 3500 SLT, catching wear or aging early is important because high load demands can magnify small tire problems quickly.

A RAM Trucks 3500 SLT tire should be replaced when age-related cracking, impact damage, belt or casing irregularities, persistent air loss, or deformation appears, even if the tread still looks usable. Tread depth alone is not a complete measure of serviceability, particularly on a truck built for substantial load carrying.

Collector use, low mileage, or seasonal operation can disguise tire aging because the rubber may harden long before the tread wears out. For a RAM Trucks 3500 SLT, replacement decisions should consider age, condition, and intended use together, with extra caution if the truck will tow, haul, or spend long stretches at highway speeds.

RAM Trucks 3500 SLT appears here with four size fitments across the 2011 to 2016 range: 235/80R17, 265/70R17, 275/70R18, and 285/60R20. The available products shown are radial BFGoodrich All-Terrain T/A KO2 tires, but the size tied to a specific truck depends on model year and wheel package.

For an originality-focused RAM Trucks 3500 SLT, size and wheel diameter matter more than simply choosing a tire that mounts. If you are restoring the truck to a particular factory wheel package or showroom appearance, compare the current wheels and trim configuration against period RAM references before settling on a final size.

Correct tire fitment can affect how a RAM Trucks 3500 SLT presents in both casual evaluation and more formal judging because wheel diameter, tire width, sidewall look, and overall stance all shape whether the truck appears true to its intended configuration. A mismatched size can alter both appearance and load-carrying character.

That matters most when a RAM Trucks 3500 SLT is being preserved as a faithful representation of a specific year and wheel package. If authenticity is the goal, use the year-specific listings as a starting point and compare them with marque references, original brochures, or factory equipment information for the exact truck.

RAM Trucks 3500 SLT products here are offered with RBL and RWL sidewall styles. The available 235/80R17 product uses RBL, while the 265/70R17 and 275/70R18 products use RWL, so sidewall appearance varies by size rather than being uniform across the whole model group.

For a restoration-minded RAM Trucks 3500 SLT, choose the sidewall style that matches the wheel package and visual character you want to preserve. If the truck is being returned to a specific trim presentation, period photos, original sales literature, and surviving examples can help confirm whether raised white letters or a more subdued black-letter look is appropriate.

The listed RAM Trucks 3500 SLT tires are modern radial products intended for road use, but safety depends on matching the correct size, wheel diameter, and load-rated version to the specific truck. A tire that fits the wheel physically is not automatically the right tire if the load capacity or configuration does not match the truck's intended duty.

Before regular road use, make sure the RAM Trucks 3500 SLT has the proper size for its wheel package, inflation is set appropriately, and the tire condition is sound. Heavy-duty pickups are less forgiving of fitment errors because towing, payload, and sustained speed can expose a mismatch quickly.

Before driving a RAM Trucks 3500 SLT, check cold inflation pressure, visible tire condition, tread wear, and the exact tire size fitted to the truck. Also confirm that the tire matches the wheel diameter and that there is no cracking, puncture damage, sidewall bulging, or uneven wear pattern.

That pre-drive check is especially important on a RAM Trucks 3500 SLT that has sat unused, carries heavy loads, or tows regularly. A few minutes spent confirming tire condition and fitment can prevent problems that are far harder on a heavy-duty truck than on a lighter passenger vehicle.

Appropriate speed for a RAM Trucks 3500 SLT depends on the exact tire installed, its condition, the load being carried, and the rating of the specific product. The listed products include different service descriptions and load capacities, so speed should always be kept in line with the tire's rating and the truck's real operating weight.

In practical terms, a RAM Trucks 3500 SLT used for towing or hauling should be driven more conservatively than the same truck running empty. Even with a modern radial tire, proper inflation, sound condition, and load management matter just as much as the number molded into the sidewall.