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[c5racer]

2007 Dodge Ram Heavy Duty: All-new 6.7-liter Cummins Turbo Diesel Cranks Out 650 lb.-ft of Prodigious Torque



Auburn Hills, Mich. - Dodge Ram Heavy Duty carries forward its reputation for strength and durability into 2007 with an all-new 6.7-liter Cummins Turbo Diesel engine (available January 2007), producing 650 lb.-ft. (881 N•m) of best-in-class low-end torque, mated to an optional six-speed automatic transmission.

“Dodge Ram Heavy Duty owners routinely push their trucks to the limit,” said George Murphy, Senior Vice President – Global Brand Marketing, Chrysler Group. “That is why about 80 percent of our Dodge Ram 2500/3500 sales are diesels and 70 percent are four-wheel-drive models. Dodge’s reputation as the most durable pickup, delivering class-leading torque with the all-new 6.7-liter diesel engine, continues to resonate with our customers, placing Dodge trucks in the top spot for customer loyalty.”


Dodge Ram Heavy Duty trucks will continue to feature the 5.9-liter Cummins Turbo Diesel engine (through December 2006), featuring 610 lb.-ft. of torque (830 N•m) at 1,600 rpm and 325 horsepower (242 kW) at 2,900 rpm. The new 6.7-liter Cummins Turbo Diesel engine will replace the 5.9-liter engine in January 2007.

Available as standard equipment on Dodge Ram Heavy Duty trucks is the 5.7-liter HEMI® V-8 engine, delivering best-in-class 345 horsepower (257 kW) at 5,600 rpm and 375 lb.-ft. of torque (510 N•m) at 4,400 rpm. Versus competitive vehicles with similar size gasoline engines, it provides best-in-class acceleration and towing capability.

Premium amenities - including a full-screen navigation radio, rear-seat DVD (Quad Cab® only), Infinity® sound system and UConnect® Hands-free Communication System, power-sliding rear window and bucket seats - are available on the 2007 Dodge Ram Heavy Duty.


“WHAT’S NEW FOR 2007”

2500/3500 Powertrain & Chassis

New 6.7-liter Cummins Turbo Diesel High Output engine delivers 350-hp and 650 lb.-ft. of torque with six-speed automatic transmission (available January 2007 replacing current 5.9-liter HO engine)
New six-speed automatic transmission (mated with 6.7-liter turbo diesel engine, available January 2007)
2500/3500 Safety & Security

Optional Remote Start
Power Wagon

No changes for 2007
DESIGN

“Dodge Ram Heavy Duty struts the most visually recognizable design signature of any pickup truck on the market with its massive crosshair grille, large headlamps and robust fender flares,” said Trevor Creed, Senior Vice President – Design. “While retaining Ram’s ‘in your face’ attitude, we have refined the Ram styling to add a more sophisticated, bold appearance, creating a Dodge Ram that is both impressive on the job or on the road.”


The Dodge Ram Heavy Duty features a fully chrome, ingot-like grille over a massive front bumper that creates a bold and protective statement. The substantial grille is a mainstay of the Dodge Ram design signature, with the large crosshair, including the signature Ram’s head, as the focal point.

Dodge Ram Heavy Duty trucks feature the durability and functionality required for everyday use, yet are designed with comfort and richness. Bench or bucket seats provide substantial bolstering and generous support. An available center console offers an array of entertainment features, including a full-screen GPS Navigation radio, Infinity® sound system and UConnect™ hands-free communication system. Fresh materials, including leather and wood accents, create a rich and inviting environment.


ENGINEERING

“We have cemented Dodge Ram Heavy Duty leadership with an all-new 6.7-liter Cummins Turbo Diesel engine featuring 650 lb.-ft. of best-in-class low-end torque,” said Mike Donoughe, Vice President – Body-on-frame Product Team. “In this market, capability is everything and the 2007 Dodge Ram Heavy Duty trucks are the most capable pickup trucks available. Period.”

The 2007 Dodge Ram Heavy Duty Cummins Turbo Diesel commands the heavy-duty segment with class-dominating 650 lb.-ft. of low-end torque (881 N•m) at 1,500 rpm and 350 horsepower (261 kW) at 3,013 rpm generated from an all-new 6.7-liter Cummins Turbo Diesel engine.

Dodge Ram Heavy Duty trucks boast towing capability of 16,400 lbs., a payload of 5,020 lbs. and Gross Combined Weight Rating (GCWR) and Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) of 23,000 lbs. and 12,200 lbs., respectively.

Featuring one of the stiffest hydroformed frames on a pickup truck, combined with Dodge Ram Heavy Duty’s rack-and-pinion steering system, Ram delivers precise feel and response tuned to give the driver control and positive feedback under any conditions.

The 2007 Dodge Ram Heavy Duty Quad Cab features an optional 60/40 split to accommodate passengers and cargo together. Seat cushions fold up to create a tall storage area from floor to ceiling. And an optional floor section under the back seats folds open to form a flat-load floor, with ample additional storage in the footwells. To enhance comfort and convenience, Dodge Ram Quad Cab’s rear doors open 85 degrees and the rear windows move all the way down.

The Dodge Ram Heavy Duty regular cab offers just as much flexibility. The unique cab size not only provides more storage behind the rear seats, but also allows for improved seat travel and ease in reclining for driver and passengers.


PRODUCT HIGHLIGHTS

New levels of strength and durability

The 2007 Dodge Ram Heavy Duty features an all-new 6.7-liter Cummins Turbo Diesel engine producing 650 lb.-ft. of prodigious torque (881 N•m) at 1,500 rpm and 350 horsepower (261 Kw) at 3,013 rpm
Dodge Ram Heavy Duty trucks feature best-in-class durability
6.7-liter Cummins Turbo Diesel engine features life-to-major overhaul intervals of 350,000 miles, providing more than a 100,000-mile advantage over the competition, as well as standard duty oil change intervals of 7,500 miles
5.7-liter HEMI V-8 engine delivers best-in-class 345 horsepower (257 kW) at 5,600 rpm and 375 lb.-ft. of torque (510 N•m) at 4,400 rpm
Heavy-duty capability

Two 4x4 transfer cases: traditional manual shift and electric shift transfer cases are available on both Dodge Ram 2500 and 3500 models
Hydroformed, fully-boxed frame with advanced torsional rigidity and bending stiffness
Superior towing capability at 16,250 lbs. and a payload of 5,110 lbs.
Superior interior comfort and convenience

Optional bucket seats with available leather trim, best-in-class rear-seat legroom, full-screen navigation radio, rear-seat DVD (Quad Cab only), Infinity® sound system, UConnect Hands-free Communication System and power sliding rear window
Bold exterior Design

Fully chrome, ingot-like grille over a massive front bumper, creates a bold and protective statement
Substantial grille remains a mainstay of the Dodge Ram design signature, with the large crosshair as the focal point, flanked by large angular headlamps
MODEL LINEUP

Dodge Ram 2500 and 3500 ST

Standard Features

5.7-liter HEMI V-8 engine
Six-speed manual transmission
Air conditioning
AM/FM stereo with CD player and four speakers
Four-wheel disc brakes with four-wheel ABS
Part-time four-wheel-drive transfer case (on 4x4 models)
17-inch wheels and full-size spare tire
Optional Features

5.9-liter Cummins Turbo Diesel High-Output Engine (available through December 2006)
Four-speed automatic transmission (with 5.9-liter Cummins Turbo Diesel engine)
New 6.7-liter Cummins Turbo Diesel High-Output Engine (available January 2007)
New optional six-speed automatic transmission (with 6.7-liter Cummins Turbo Diesel engine)
Five-speed automatic transmission (with 5.7-liter HEMI V-8 engine)
Bedliner
Trailer tow mirrors
Speed control
17-inch chrome-clad steel wheels
Supplemental side-curtain air bags
Dodge Ram 2500 and 3500 SLT

Standard Features (in addition to the ST trim level)

Overhead console with mini-trip computer and compass
Speed control
Power windows and door locks
Keyless entry
17-inch chrome-clad steel wheels
Optional Features

Power sun roof
Power adjustable pedals
Remote start (gas engine only)
AM/FM stereo with six-disc CD changer
Infinity speaker system
Full-screen navigation radio
SIRIUS Satellite Radio
UConnect hands-free wireless communication system with Bluetooth™ technology
Rear-seat DVD entertainment system
Bucket seats with leather upholstery
Six-way power driver seat 17-inch chrome-clad aluminum wheels
YES Essentials® stain-resistant fabric
Dodge Ram 2500 and 3500 Laramie

Standard Features (in addition to the SLT trim level)

Bodyside chrome molding
Dual-zone climate control
Steering-wheel mounted audio controls
Security alarm
Sentry Key® engine immobilizer
Dodge Ram Power Wagon

Standard Features

345 horsepower 5.7-liter HEMI engine
Electric-locking front and rear differentials
Class-exclusive electronic disconnecting sway bar
32-inch BF Goodrich off-road tires
Custom-built Warn® 12,000-lb. winch
Optional Features

Trailer-tow mirrors
Sun roof
Power-adjustable pedals
Leather-trimmed seats
Rear-seat DVD entertainment system
Supplemental side-curtain air bags
Dodge Ram 2500 and 3500 TRX4 Off-Road

Standard Features

17-inch aluminum wheels
Unique off-road tires
Limited-slip differential
Transfer case skid plates
Skid plates for the front and rear axles
Unique red-paintedshocks
Tow hooks
Fog lamps
“TRX4 Off-Road” badging
SAFETY & SECURITY

Please refer to the Safety Glossary for descriptions of the following features:

Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
Child protection rear door locks
Constant Force Retractors (CFR)
Electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD)
Energy-absorbing steering column
Enhanced accident response system
Head restraints
HomeLink® universal home security system transceiver
Interior head impact protection
Knee bolsters
Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren (LATCH) child seat anchor system
Low-risk deployment front passenger air bags
Pretensioners
Remote keyless entry
Sentry Key® engine immobilizer
Supplemental side-curtain air bags
Three-point shoulder belts
UConnect Hands-free Communications System
COLOR AVAILABILITY

Brilliant Black
Bright Silver Metallic
Bright White
Flame Red
Inferno Red
Light Khaki
Mineral Gray Metallic
Patriot Blue
MANUFACTURING INFORMATION

2007 model year production began: September 2006
Production locations: St. Louis North Assembly Plant, St. Louis, Missouri; Saltillo Truck Assembly Plant, Saltillo, Coahuila, Mexico
5.7-liter HEMI engine: Saltillo Engine Plant, Saltillo, Coahuila, Mexico
5.9-liter Cummins Turbo Diesel engine: Cummins Engine Plant, Columbus, Indiana
6.7-liter Cummins Turbo Diesel engine: Cummins Engine Plant, Columbus, Indiana
Four-speed Automatic Transmission: Indiana Transmission I, Indianapolis, Indiana
Five-speed Automatic Transmission: Kokomo Transmission Plant, Kokomo, Indiana
Six-speed Automatic Transmission: Aisin Transmission Facility in Ogawa, Aichi, Japan
Six-speed Manual Transmission: Sao Bernardo do Campo plant, Sao Paulo, Brazil

[Cat320]

If you are waiting for a new one with the new engine...don't hold your breath. Don't know about Dodge, but if like Chevy, it'll be late spring or early summer before the new ones get to the average guy on the street.

As for "best in class torque"...the Silverado Classic D/A has been cranking out 650 ft lbs of torque, 360 hp and a six speed auto trans for several model years.

[c5racer]

Dodge claims they have more torque at the lowest RPMs, don't know when Chevy has all their torque.
"class-dominating 650 lb.-ft. of low-end torque (881 N•m) at 1,500 rpm"

[dieselguy]

"If ya can't Dodge it ... Ram it" ?????????? I've often wondered just what that means I will admit one thing they've improved on ... at least you can start one of the newer Dodge trucks up and not wake up the entire neighborhood within 10 blocks! Boy Howdy! To each his own passsions ... I'll stick with the "Blue Oval" somebody has gotta try and keep Mr. Ford afloat.

[BigAl52]

Thats kinda offensive to us Dodge owners a loud truck comment But as I remember a 7.3 powerstroke wasn't exactly the quietest thing in the neighborhood either.

[Montana Sky]

Sounds like Dodge is back in the game. Looking forward to owner reviews on the new 6.7L motor.

Duramax peak torque is 650 lb/ft at 1,800 rpms if the ol' memory remembers correctly.

[mallardjusted]

... all the "big 3" older diesels were loud!!!

So both Dodge and Ford are going with new motors. GMC must be significantly modifying theirs, assuming they are all trying to map into the new diesel fuel requirements?

[Devildog]

News about the new transmission is, it is a Mercedes truck transmission, especially adapted to the new 6.7L. Never have been a Dodge Man myself, but with the addition of the factory jake brake, could be the best tow vehicle available.

GMC diesel got plenty of power, and I have one of the 2001 models.

[BigAl52]

I'm not really that much of a Dodge man either. I am a Cummins man because I run one everyday for a living. I have for over 30 years. Dodge interiors are not as comfortable as GM's and as far as Ford goes I just have no confidence in the international made diesel engines. The 7.3 was a good motor but they need to show me on the new ones. I think the Duramax is a good engine but it's not even an American engine. Al.