Rough Country
Tailgate Assist | Ram 1500/2500/3500 2WD/4WD (2010-2025 & Classic)
Tailgate Assist | Ram 1500/2500/3500 2WD/4WD (2010-2025 & Classic)
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This Assistance You Need. Want a hassle-free way of lowering your tailgate? Look no further than Rough Country's Ram Tailgate Assist! Simply grab and pull the handle, and your gate will ease down, making accessing the back of your truck effortless. With this smooth device, you'll never have to worry about your truck's tailgate slamming down suddenly. Plus, it provides a safe way to lower your tailgate without straining or using two hands. With Rough Country's revolutionary technology, you can make operating your tailgate as smooth as can be. Installation and Warranty. This easy-to-install tailgate assistant works with your factory cables to provide effortless, safe opening and closing –giving you a smooth ride every time. With only one tailgate assist required per truck, you can hit the road and move on in no time. Our Tailgate Assist fits directly onto your driver side and all the hardware you need to install is included in the package. Custom Designed specifically for Ram truck owners, Rough Country's Tailgate Assist is back with a three-year warranty!
Features
Eases tailgate drop when opening. Made from A1018 plate steel.
Fitment and installation notes
For ease of installation a nutsert tool is recommended 10583 . For tips on how to install a nutsert please watch this video here ! Requires minor drilling during the installation process.
Estimated installation time
30 minutes
Vehicle fitment
Match the exact year, model, trim, drivetrain, and any cab or bed requirements in the notes.
| Years | Make | Model | Trim | Drive |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 | Dodge | Ram 3500 | SXT | 4WD |
| 2009 | Dodge | Ram 3500 | SXT | RWD |
| 2009–2010 | Dodge | Ram 1500 | Laramie, SLT, ST, Sport, TRX4 | 4WD |
| 2009–2010 | Dodge | Ram 1500 | Laramie, SLT, ST, Sport, TRX | RWD |
| 2009–2010 | Dodge | Ram 2500 | Laramie, Power Wagon, SLT, ST, SXT | 4WD |
| 2009–2010 | Dodge | Ram 2500 | Laramie, SLT, ST, SXT | RWD |
| 2009–2010 | Dodge | Ram 3500 | Laramie, SLT, ST | 4WD |
| 2009–2010 | Dodge | Ram 3500 | Laramie, SLT, ST | RWD |
| 2010 | Dodge | Ram 2500 | TRX | 4WD |
| 2010 | Dodge | Ram 2500 | TRX | RWD |
| 2011–2012 | Ram | 1500 | ST | 4WD |
| 2011–2012 | Ram | 1500 | ST | RWD |
| 2011–2013 | Ram | 2500 | ST | 4WD |
| 2011–2013 | Ram | 2500 | ST | RWD |
| 2011–2013 | Ram | 3500 | ST | 4WD |
| 2011–2013 | Ram | 3500 | ST | RWD |
| 2011–2015 | Ram | 1500 | Outdoorsman | RWD |
| 2011–2016 | Ram | 1500 | Outdoorsman | 4WD |
| 2011–2018 | Ram | 1500 | Big Horn, Laramie, Laramie Longhorn, SLT, Sport, Tradesman | 4WD |
| 2011–2018 | Ram | 1500 | Big Horn, Laramie, Laramie Longhorn, SLT, Sport, Tradesman | RWD |
| 2011–2018 | Ram | 2500 | SLT | 4WD |
| 2011–2018 | Ram | 2500 | SLT | RWD |
| 2011–2018 | Ram | 3500 | SLT | 4WD |
| 2011–2018 | Ram | 3500 | SLT | RWD |
| 2011–2020 | Ram | 3500 | Laramie Longhorn | 4WD |
| 2011–2020 | Ram | 3500 | Laramie Longhorn | RWD |
| 2011–2021 | Ram | 2500 | Laramie Longhorn | 4WD |
| 2011–2021 | Ram | 2500 | Laramie Longhorn | RWD |
| 2011–2026 | Ram | 2500 | Laramie, Power Wagon | 4WD |
| 2011–2026 | Ram | 2500 | Laramie | RWD |
| 2011–2026 | Ram | 3500 | Laramie | 4WD |
| 2011–2026 | Ram | 3500 | Laramie | RWD |
| 2012 | Ram | 1500 | Tradesman HD | RWD |
| 2012 | Ram | 2500 | Outdoorsman | RWD |
| 2012–2016 | Ram | 2500 | Outdoorsman | 4WD |
| 2012–2018 | Ram | 1500 | Express | 4WD |
| 2012–2018 | Ram | 1500 | Express | RWD |
| 2013 | Ram | 1500 | R/T | RWD |
| 2013–2018 | Ram | 1500 | HFE | RWD |
| 2013–2022 | Ram | 3500 | Lone Star | 4WD |
| 2013–2022 | Ram | 3500 | Lone Star | RWD |
| 2013–2026 | Ram | 2500 | Big Horn, Lone Star, Tradesman | 4WD |
| 2013–2026 | Ram | 2500 | Big Horn, Lone Star, Tradesman | RWD |
| 2013–2026 | Ram | 3500 | Big Horn, Tradesman | 4WD |
| 2013–2026 | Ram | 3500 | Big Horn, Tradesman | RWD |
| 2014–2015 | Ram | 1500 | Laramie Limited | 4WD |
| 2014–2015 | Ram | 1500 | Laramie Limited | RWD |
| 2014–2015 | Ram | 2500 | Laramie Limited | 4WD |
| 2014–2015 | Ram | 2500 | Laramie Limited | RWD |
| 2014–2015 | Ram | 3500 | Laramie Limited | 4WD |
| 2014–2015 | Ram | 3500 | Laramie Limited | RWD |
| 2014–2018 | Ram | 1500 | Lone Star, Special Service | 4WD |
| 2014–2018 | Ram | 1500 | Lone Star | RWD |
| 2015–2018 | Ram | 1500 | Limited, Rebel | 4WD |
| 2015–2018 | Ram | 1500 | Limited, Rebel | RWD |
| 2016–2026 | Ram | 2500 | Limited | 4WD |
| 2016–2026 | Ram | 2500 | Limited | RWD |
| 2016–2026 | Ram | 3500 | Limited | 4WD |
| 2016–2026 | Ram | 3500 | Limited | RWD |
| 2017–2018 | Ram | 1500 | Special Service | RWD |
| 2019 | Ram | 1500 Classic | Big Horn, Laramie, Lone Star | 4WD |
| 2019 | Ram | 1500 Classic | Big Horn, Laramie, Lone Star | RWD |
| 2019–2022 | Ram | 1500 Classic | Express, SLT | 4WD |
| 2019–2022 | Ram | 1500 Classic | Express, SLT | RWD |
| 2019–2023 | Ram | 1500 Classic | Special Service | 4WD |
| 2019–2023 | Ram | 1500 Classic | Special Service | RWD |
| 2019–2024 | Ram | 1500 Classic | Tradesman, Warlock | 4WD |
| 2019–2024 | Ram | 1500 Classic | Tradesman, Warlock | RWD |
| 2021–2026 | Ram | 2500 | Limited Longhorn | 4WD |
| 2021–2026 | Ram | 2500 | Limited Longhorn | RWD |
| 2021–2026 | Ram | 3500 | Limited Longhorn | 4WD |
| 2021–2026 | Ram | 3500 | Limited Longhorn | RWD |
| 2023–2026 | Ram | 2500 | Rebel | 4WD |
| 2024–2026 | Ram | 2500 | Special Service | 4WD |
| 2024–2026 | Ram | 3500 | Special Service | 4WD |
| 2025–2026 | Ram | 3500 | Special Service | RWD |
| 2026 | Ram | 2500 | Black Express, Warlock | 4WD |
| 2026 | Ram | 2500 | Black Express | RWD |
Installation instructions
View manufacturer instructions
Part number: 73213

