2018 Ram 3500 drive shaft price snapshot
- Low
- $98
- Average
- $473
- High
- $1,628
Year-specific price guide
Used 2018 Ram 3500 Drive Shaft prices
Year-specific used drive shaft pricing for the 2018 Ram 3500, built from real salvage yard and junkyard listings with condition grade and fitment detail.
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Part overview
About the 2018 Ram 3500 drive shaft
A used 2018 Ram 3500 drive shaft costs between $98 and $1,628, with a median of $400 from 797 salvage yard listings.
What the drive shaft does, common failure signs, and prices across all vehicles: used drive shaft price guide →
Also known asDriveshaftPropeller ShaftProp Shaft
Price summary
A used 2018 Ram 3500 drive shaft costs $98 to $1,628, with a median asking price of $400. Based on 797 priced salvage yard listings across the US, compatible across 2012–2018 (7 model years), updated Sep 27, 2026. Prices exclude shipping, core charges, and installation.
Grade A (excellent)$424
Grade B (good)$395
Grade C (fair)$445
USD
Condition comparison
Price by part grade
Grade AClean / low wear$118–$1,628502 listings
Grade BStandard used$98–$950148 listings
Grade CVisible wear$150–$84974 listings
Grade XUngraded$100–$95073 listings
| Grade | Price range | Relative range | Listings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade AClean / low wear | $118–$1,628 | 502 | |
| Grade BStandard used | $98–$950 | 148 | |
| Grade CVisible wear | $150–$849 | 74 | |
| Grade XUngraded | $100–$950 | 73 |
Median by grade
Grade price comparison
Grade A$424
Grade B$395
Grade C$445
Ungraded$350
Median asking price by seller-reported condition grade · $98–$1,628 overall range
Replacement cost
What is the 2018 Ram 3500 drive shaft replacement cost?
- Used part
- $400
- 2018 Ram 3500 median asking price
- Labor
- $95–$450
- 1–3 hours at $95–$150/hr
- Estimated total
- $495–$850
- median used part + labor
Labor is a typical independent-shop range for drive shaft replacement, not a quote for your vehicle. The part price is the live median from the salvage-yard listings on this page. Full drive shaft replacement cost breakdown
Fitment matters
Price by trim & variant
4x2, Chassis Cab, Standard Cab (2 Dr), 167.5" WB, diesel (6.7L), AT39 listingsInterchange 2014–2018$484$150 – $999
4x4, Pickup, Crew Cab, 6' 4" box, diesel (6.7L), AT, 68RFE (transmission)39 listingsInterchange 2013–2018$414$169 – $1,143
4x4, Pickup, Crew Cab, 8' box, diesel (6.7L), AT, AS69RC (transmission)39 listingsInterchange 2013–2018$400$220 – $1,188
4x4, Pickup, Crew Cab, 8' box, diesel (6.7L), AT, 68RFE (transmission)38 listingsInterchange 2013–2018$750$250 – $1,093
4x4, Chassis Cab, Crew Cab, gasoline, (AT), AS66RC (transmission)36 listingsInterchange 2014–2018$229$118 – $650
4x4, Pickup, Crew Cab, 6' 4" box, diesel (6.7L), AT, AS69RC (transmission)36 listingsInterchange 2013–2018$644$221 – $1,224
4x4, Chassis Cab, Standard Cab, 143.4" WB, gasoline, (AT), AS66RC (transmission), DRW (axle)33 listingsInterchange 2014–2018$400$249 – $650
4x4, Pickup, Mega Cab, diesel (6.7L), AT, 68RFE (transmission)32 listingsInterchange 2013–2018$504$125 – $1,218
4x4, Chassis Cab, Standard Cab, 143.4" WB, diesel (6.7L), AT, DRW (axle)27 listingsInterchange 2013–2018$400$146 – $870
4x4, Chassis Cab, Standard Cab, 143.4" WB, gasoline, (AT), 66RFE (transmission)27 listingsInterchange 2013–2018$425$160 – $654
4x2, Pickup, Crew Cab, 8' box, diesel (6.7L), AT, 68RFE (transmission)23 listingsInterchange 2013–2018$500$259 – $1,134
4x2, Chassis Cab, Crew Cab (172.40" WB), diesel (6.7L), AT22 listingsInterchange 2013–2018$400$300 – $750
4x4, Pickup, Mega Cab, diesel (6.7L), AT, AS69RC (transmission)19 listingsInterchange 2013–2018$800$299 – $1,248
4x2, Chassis Cab, Standard Cab (2 Dr), 143.4" WB, gasoline, (AT), 66RFE (transmission)18 listingsInterchange 2013–2018$545$200 – $711
4x4, Chassis Cab, Standard Cab, 167.5" WB, diesel (6.7L), AT18 listingsInterchange 2013–2018$374$185 – $849
4x4, Pickup, Crew Cab, 8' box, diesel (6.7L), MT, w/o damper15 listingsInterchange 2013–2018$915$200 – $1,248
4x2, Chassis Cab, Crew Cab (172.40" WB), gasoline, (AT), 66RFE (transmission)14 listingsInterchange 2014–2018$644$495 – $711
4x4, Chassis Cab, Crew Cab, gasoline, (AT), 66RFE (transmission)12 listingsInterchange 2013–2018$408$300 – $550
4x2, Chassis Cab, Standard Cab (2 Dr), 167.5" WB, gasoline (AT)11 listingsInterchange 2013–2018$339$202 – $500
4x4, Pickup, Standard Cab, diesel (6.7L), AT, 68RFE (transmission)10 listingsInterchange 2013–2018$425$118 – $500
4x2, Pickup, Crew Cab, 6' 4" box, diesel (6.7L), AT, 68RFE (transmission)6 listingsInterchange 2013–2017$235$143 – $375
4x2, Pickup, Crew Cab, 8' box, diesel (6.7L), AT, AS69RC (transmission)5 listingsInterchange 2014–2018$450$350 – $650
4x4, Chassis Cab, Standard Cab, 167.5" WB, gasoline, (AT), AS66RC (transmission)3 listingsInterchange 2014–2018$500$350 – $800
4x2, Chassis Cab, Standard Cab (2 Dr), 143.4" WB, diesel (6.7L), AT2 listingsInterchange 2013–2016$300$150 – $300
4x2, Chassis Cab, Standard Cab (2 Dr), 143.4" WB, gasoline, (AT), AS66RC (transmission)2 listingsInterchange 2016–2018$950$450 – $950
4x2, Pickup, Standard Cab (2 Dr), diesel (6.7L), AT, 68RFE (transmission)2 listingsInterchange 2013–2016$200$150 – $200
4x2, Pickup, Standard Cab (2 Dr), diesel (6.7L), AT, AS69RC (transmission)2 listingsInterchange 2014–2018$350$175 – $350
4x4, Chassis Cab, Standard Cab, 167.5" WB, diesel (6.7L), MT2 listingsInterchange 2015–2016$300$250 – $300
4x4, Chassis Cab, Standard Cab, 167.5" WB, gasoline, (AT), 66RFE (transmission)2 listingsInterchange 2016–2017$316$300 – $316
4x4, Pickup, Crew Cab, 8' box, diesel (6.7L), MT, damper2 listingsInterchange 2013–2018$650$400 – $650
4x2, Chassis Cab, Crew Cab (172.40" WB), gasoline, (AT), AS66RC (transmission)1 listingsInterchange 2016–2017$935$935 – $935
4x2, Pickup, Mega Cab, diesel (6.7L), AT, 68RFE (transmission)1 listingsInterchange 2016–2018$500$500 – $500
4x4, Pickup, Standard Cab, diesel (6.7L), AT, AS69RC (transmission)1 listingsInterchange 2015–2018$250$250 – $250
Year-specific context
How does the 2018 Ram 3500 compare?
The 2018 guide is based on 1,012 observed listings, including 797 with posted prices. Its $400 median is 7% below the Ram 3500 guide's $431 median.
Among the 11 model years with current price data, 2018 ranks #2 from lowest to highest median.
Interchange data shows this part is also listed under model years 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017. Shopping across all 7 compatible years may surface better prices or condition grades.
Pricing is not a fitment guarantee. Match the VIN, part number, engine or drivetrain, and seller-listed variant before ordering.
Compare model years
What does a Ram 3500 drive shaft cost in other years?
202531 listings$949$353 – $1,2882024924 listings$440$112 – $1,3122023960 listings$429$120 – $1,3122022526 listings$441$112 – $1,3122021970 listings$459$113 – $1,3122020969 listings$450$113 – $1,3122019569 listings$462$113 – $1,31220171,012 listingsCompatible$408$98 – $1,7762016724 listingsCompatible$400$98 – $1,2482015866 listingsCompatible$418$98 – $1,761
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What other Ram 3500 parts are priced?
01wide ±134%
AC Compressor
$123median
$45$375
02wide ±200%
ABS Module
$225median
$71$969
03spread ±22%
Air Bag
$163median
$141$213
04wide ±240%
Alternator
$99median
$25$500
05wide ±129%
Axle Shaft
$175median
$50$500
06wide ±172%
Blower Motor
$76median
$30$292
07wide ±257%
Brake Caliper
$82median
$18$439
08wide ±184%
Rear Bumper Assembly
$440median
$100$1,720
09wide ±212%
Front Bumper
$243median
$50$1,080
10wide ±168%
Rear Bumper
$219median
$60$795
11wide ±280%
Car Radio
$170median
$35$987
12wide ±244%
Center Console
$216median
$45$1,100
13wide ±130%
AC Condenser
$150median
$41$430
14wide ±79%
Control Arm
$187median
$93$387
15
Differential
Price data updating
16wide ±107%
Door Assembly
$695median
$116$1,601
17wide ±227%
Engine
$6,550median
$1,470$31,200
18wide ±302%
Engine Computer
$249median
$45$1,549
19wide ±402%
Exhaust Manifold
$125median
$30$1,034
20wide ±137%
Fender
$335median
$72$990
21wide ±168%
Fog Light
$141median
$25$500
22wide ±236%
Front Seat
$211median
$50$1,048
23wide ±272%
Fuel Pump
$178median
$40$1,010
24wide ±155%
Fuel Tank
$241median
$75$820
25wide ±201%
Grille
$620median
$102$2,600
26wide ±156%
Headlight Assembly
$545median
$99$1,800
27
Heater Core
Price data updating
28wide ±81%
Hood
$768median
$187$1,428
29wide ±153%
Ignition Switch
$100median
$30$335
30wide ±246%
Instrument Cluster
$150median
$25$764
31wide ±230%
Intake Manifold
$235median
$50$1,133
32wide ±143%
Master Cylinder
$100median
$35$321
33wide ±246%
Side Mirror
$334median
$59$1,700
34wide ±129%
Power Steering Pump
$190median
$35$525
35wide ±123%
Quarter Panel
$511median
$185$1,437
36wide ±207%
Radiator
$249median
$53$1,085
37wide ±246%
Rear View Mirror
$116median
$30$600
38wide ±171%
Starter
$101median
$30$375
39wide ±153%
Steering Column
$194median
$50$645
40wide ±147%
Steering Rack
$197median
$70$650
41wide ±209%
Steering Wheel
$184median
$45$815
42wide ±269%
Strut
$150median
$40$847
43wide ±95%
Sunroof
$251median
$125$600
44wide ±248%
Tail Light
$200median
$34$1,027
45wide ±86%
Tailgate
$773median
$200$1,537
46wide ±216%
Throttle Body
$76median
$20$348
47wide ±107%
Torque Converter
$372median
$106$900
48wide ±219%
Transfer Case
$1,005median
$200$4,592
49wide ±147%
Transmission
$3,444median
$830$10,945
50wide ±171%
Transmission Control Module
$153median
$38$562
51wide ±114%
Turbocharger
$1,400median
$500$3,685
52wide ±128%
Water Pump
$125median
$30$350
53wide ±286%
Wheels
$250median
$50$1,480
54wide ±113%
Window Regulator
$166median
$30$405
Common questions
2018 Ram 3500 drive shaft FAQ
How much is a used 2018 Ram 3500 drive shaft?
Based on 797 priced salvage-yard listings, a used 2018 Ram 3500 drive shaft lists between $98 and $1,628, with a median asking price of $400.
How much does it cost to replace a 2018 Ram 3500 drive shaft?
Using a used part, a 2018 Ram 3500 drive shaft replacement typically runs $495–$850 all-in: the median used drive shaft for this year lists at $400, and independent-shop labor for drive shaft replacement typically takes 1–3 hours at $95–$150/hr ($95–$450). Labor is a national part-level estimate, not a quote for your vehicle.
Will a 2018 Ram 3500 drive shaft fit another year?
Based on salvage-yard interchange data, listings for the 2018 Ram 3500 drive shaft also appear under model years 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, suggesting these years share compatible fitments. Always verify the exact part number, drivetrain, trim, and your VIN before buying — interchange compatibility can vary by variant.
How much is a 2018 Ram 3500 driveshaft?
A driveshaft is another name for a drive shaft. The prices on this page cover the 2018 Ram 3500 drive shaft — median $400, from 797 listings.