New Ram Rolloff Trucks For Sale

New Ram rolloff trucks are a practical fit for contractors, landscape fleets, waste haulers, and municipalities that need one chassis to handle multiple bodies. In this class, the Ram 5500 is a common platform because it delivers medium-duty capability in a compact, easier-to-maneuver package. Many buyers look at these trucks as non-CDL rolloff options when spec'd around a 19,500 GVWR, which can make them attractive for urban routes, residential service, and crews that need to work in tighter spaces than a traditional Class 7 or Class 8 rolloff truck allows.

The key buying decision is usually the hoist and container system. Many Ram rolloff trucks in this category use cable-style, electric-over-hydraulic hoists with interchangeable bodies, often paired with 14-foot containers or work bodies. That setup lets one truck switch between a dump box, landscape body, storage box, debris container, or other specialty body depending on the day’s work. Buyers should pay attention to hoist rating, winch capacity, cable length, rear roller design, and controls with both in-cab and exterior access. A full electric tarp system, trailer brake wiring, receiver hitch, and ICC bumper hitch can also matter if the truck will pull equipment or operate on mixed job types.

On the chassis side, Ram 5500 rolloff trucks are commonly spec'd with either the 6.7L Cummins diesel or the 6.4L HEMI gas engine, typically backed by an automatic transmission. Diesel is usually favored for higher torque, frequent towing, and heavier daily use, while gas can make sense for lighter routes or fleets focused on lower upfront cost and simpler maintenance planning. Buyers should also compare 4x2 versus 4x4 configurations, wheel and tire setup, regular cab layout, and axle ratings against the intended container weight. Body dimensions are just as important. A 14-foot by 8-foot box with higher sidewalls works well for mulch, brush, C&D debris, and light demo material, while enclosed van-style containers can support tools, equipment, or secured jobsite storage.

A Ram rolloff truck is also commonly called a cable rolloff truck, dumpster truck, mini rolloff truck, or interchangeable-body truck, although some buyers also cross-shop hooklift trucks for similar applications. The difference matters. Cable rolloff systems are often simpler and cost-effective for standardized containers, while hooklifts can offer faster body exchange and broader body compatibility at a higher price point. For many small to mid-size fleets, a new Ram rolloff truck hits the sweet spot between capacity, operating cost, and versatility. The best spec is the one matched to container size, debris type, route density, towing needs, and the clearance limits of the jobsites where the truck will spend most of its time.