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Bilstein shocks, struts and kits for the 2011–2012 Ram 3500

Bilstein lists 13 parts for the 2011–2012 Ram 3500, across 3 lines from the B6 4600 to the B8 5160. Lift and leveling options run up to 8 in.

Front, extended
410–770 mm16.1–30.3 in
Front, collapsed
286–497 mm11.3–19.6 in
Rear, extended
695–811 mm27.4–31.9 in
Rear, collapsed
421–518 mm16.6–20.4 in
Lift options
0–8 in

Narrow it to your 3500

Submodel
Drive
Body

Good, better, best

One pick from each Bilstein tier that fits at stock height, compared side by side.

Front

Shocks

Answer 1 quick question to compare

These shocks differ by version, so we need to know which 3500 you have.

Drive

Rear

Shocks

Answer 3 quick questions to compare

These shocks differ by version, so we need to know which 3500 you have.

Submodel
Drive
Body

13 parts for the 2012 Ram 3500

Grouped by where they go, then by Bilstein line. Parts made only for a lifted or lowered vehicle say so.

Front

Better B6 4600

Better B8 5100

Better B8 5160

Rear

Better B6 4600

24-186087 B6 4600 Shock Absorber

Sold each · 2 per axle

  • RWD only
  • Crew Cab Pickup, Mega Cab / Extended Crew Cab Pickup only (Laramie)
  • Crew Cab Pickup, Mega Cab / Extended Crew Cab Pickup, Standard Cab Pickup only (SLT)
  • Crew Cab Pickup, Standard Cab Pickup only (ST)
  • Without Solid Front Axle

24-186094 B6 4600 Shock Absorber

Sold each · 2 per axle

  • Crew Cab Pickup, Mega Cab / Extended Crew Cab Pickup only (Laramie)
  • Crew Cab Pickup, Mega Cab / Extended Crew Cab Pickup, Standard Cab Pickup only (SLT)
  • Crew Cab Pickup, Standard Cab Pickup only (ST)
  • With Solid Front Axle
  • Check which applies to your vehicle

Better B8 5100

24-186636 B8 5100 Shock Absorber

Sold each · 2 per axleFor a lift / level

  • 4WD only
  • Crew Cab Pickup, Mega Cab / Extended Crew Cab Pickup only (Laramie)
  • Crew Cab Pickup, Mega Cab / Extended Crew Cab Pickup, Standard Cab Pickup only (SLT)
  • Crew Cab Pickup, Standard Cab Pickup only (ST)
  • Fits Vehicles With 2" Rear Lift

24-191203 B8 5100 Shock Absorber

Sold each · 2 per axle

  • 4WD only
  • Crew Cab Pickup, Mega Cab / Extended Crew Cab Pickup only (Laramie)
  • Crew Cab Pickup, Mega Cab / Extended Crew Cab Pickup, Standard Cab Pickup only (SLT)
  • Crew Cab Pickup, Standard Cab Pickup only (ST)
  • Fits Vehicles With 0-1" Rear Lift

33-187228 B8 5100 Shock Absorber

Sold each · 2 per axleFor a lift / level

  • 4WD only
  • Crew Cab Pickup, Mega Cab / Extended Crew Cab Pickup only (Laramie)
  • Crew Cab Pickup, Mega Cab / Extended Crew Cab Pickup, Standard Cab Pickup only (SLT)
  • Crew Cab Pickup, Standard Cab Pickup only (ST)
  • Fits Vehicles With 3-5" Rear Lift

Better B8 5160

25-311761 B8 5160 Shock Absorber

Sold each · 2 per axle

  • 4WD only
  • Crew Cab Pickup, Mega Cab / Extended Crew Cab Pickup only (Laramie)
  • Crew Cab Pickup, Mega Cab / Extended Crew Cab Pickup, Standard Cab Pickup only (SLT)
  • Crew Cab Pickup, Standard Cab Pickup only (ST)
  • Fits Vehicles With 0-2" Rear Lift

Not sure which one is right?

Tell us how you use the 3500 and we'll pick with you.

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