The Dodge RAM, known plainly as the RAM in the US and Canada, started production back in 1981. It comes in six different trims - ST, SXT, SLT, TRX, Sport Laramie, and Power Wagon - and four different cab options - Crew Cab (new for 2010), Mega Cab, Quad Cab, and Regular Cab.
The RAM is powered by a plethora of engine options, including a 3.7L V6 producing 215 HP and 235 lb-ft of torque, a 4.7L V8 delivering 310 HP and 330 lb-ft of torque, a 5.7L V8 with 355/390 HP and 395/404 lb-ft of torque, and a 6.7L turbodiesel I-6 getting 350 HP and 610/650 lb-ft of torque. These engines are mated to either a 6-speed manual or a choice of three different automatics: 4-, 5-, or 6-speed.
Amongst the wide variety of tuner creations that will be unveiled at SEMA, Mopar will be bringing along the Dodge Ram Heavy Duty Ultimate Tow Machine, a custom ride like none other. The customized pick up truck is based on a 2010 Dodge 3500 Mega Cab 4x4 Laramie, and will be one of the more functional modified rides at the show. While most aftermarket manufacturers are focusing on hot rod models with increased performance and lower ride heights, the Ultimate Tow Machine is more suited to trailer an array of automobiles to the show than star in it, but after making the drive all the way to Las Vegas, why not park it inside with all the other rides.
The bed mounted gooseneck hitch allows the Dodge 3500 to tow up to 16,450 pounds and carry as much as 5,150 pounds of cargo contained in the box in the back. The Ultimate Tow Vehicle is covered in a Bright White paint job and features a few other creature comforts aimed at making hauling a whole lot easier. For instance the pick up features a Mopar Retractable Bed Step facilitating getting in and out of the back, Uconnect Web from Mopar so that you can stay connected to the 21st century and a set of Mopar Slush Mats to make sure that the dirty work doesn’t make its way into the upholster; because after all that is what this truck is all about.
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Dodge revealed today details on the 2010 Ram Heavy-Duty pick-up. The Heavy-Duty pick-up is available for the first time in a crew-size cab model – providing Dodge Ram with a formidable entry in the highest volume part of the heavy-duty pickup segment.
The engine choice include the legendary diesel- and gasoline-fueled powerplants: 6.7-liter Cummins Turbo Diesel produces 350 hp at 3,000 rpm and 650 lb-ft. of torque at only 1,500 rpm and a standard 5.7-liter HEMI V-8 delivers 383 hp at 5,600 rpm and 400 lb.-ft. of torque at 4,000 rpm.
The all-new 2010 Ram is available in five distinct trim levels – ST, SLT, TRX, Laramie and Power Wagon with a starting price of $28,165 for regular cab models, $31,415 for crew cab models and $36,865 for Mega Cab models.
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Along with the quarter mile roasting 1320 Challenger, Dodge is also preparing a modified high end 2009 Dodge Ram 1500 Sport for the SEMA show. The Dodge Ram Bianco is an upscale take on Chrysler’s most popular work truck that will arrive just in time for the world’s greatest aftermarket car show and feature a few tasteful touches that will completely change the character of the pick up truck. The exterior of the Bianco will include a few parts out of the Mopar parts catalog like a hard tonneau cover, a plush and washable bed rug underneath and a full Mopar body kit that include a set of bold fender flares and covered in multiple coats of Arctic Ice pearl that give the pick up a strong sophisticated appearance.
The Bianco’s stance is enhanced by a Ground Force lowering kit that brings those flared fenders closer to the Mopar design 22 inch wheels and makes this Ram 1500 handle a whole heck of a lot better. The Dodge Ram 1500 Sport get a few high performance modifications to go along with the trucks new suave exterior. These include a Mopar cold air intake to feed chilled oxygen into the Hemi V8 and a throaty dual exhaust to accept the power plant’s spent gasses and gives off just enough of a growl to let everyone know that the Dodge Ram Bianco is something special both inside and out.
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Dodge revealed today in Chicago the 2010 Ram pick-up line-up. For 2010, the Crew Cab with six-foot, four-inch box replaces the Quad Cab to meet Heavy-Duty customer needs and focus on overall vehicle refinement and ride comfort.
The new 2010 Dodge Ram Heavy Duty is powered by the 6.7-liter Cummins Turbo Diesel engine, which produces 350 hp at 3,000 rpm and 650 lb.-ft. of torque at only 1,500 rpm. The engine is mated to either a choice of either a G56 six-speed manual transmission or a 68RFE six-speed automatic transmission.
The other choice for 2010 Dodge Ram Heavy-Duty customers is the standard 5.7-liter HEMI® V-8 gasoline engine, delivering 383 hp at 5,600 rpm and 400 lb.-ft. of torque at 4,000 rpm.
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The latest masterpiece that will be present at the 2008 SEMA Show is the customized
Dodge Ram R/T. The new vehicle features a 5.7-liter V8 engine capable to deliver 380 hp while the exterior of the vehicle features an unique integrated spoiler, new Mopar dual-snorkel aluminum hood, side sills and a new Mopar dual exhaust system. Also, the manufacturer added a new set of 22 inch Alcoas wheels fitted with 285/45R22s tires in front and 305/40R22s in the rear as well as a new Mopar air suspension kit. The body kit is covered in B5 blue paint with carbon-fiber accent stripes while at the interior the Katzkin leather seats feature the same body color.
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