
The RamBox Cargo Management System includes versatile, weatherproof, lockable, illuminated and drainable storage bins, plus cargo restraint bars. The all-new 2500 continues to offer the largest cargo bed space in the US-ute segment, along with optional RamBox lidded storage bins that are not available on the 3500. New front and rear axle/suspensions have been engineered to improve durability, handle industry-leading payload and towing capabilities and minimise NVH. Changes designed to improve the electronically-controlled transmission’s shift quality include new variable-force solenoid controls for the torque-converter clutch.Ī BorgWarner electronic transfer case provides 2WD, 4WD-high, neutral and 4WD-low ranges. Matched to this impressive grunt is an upgraded version of the Chrysler 68RFE six-speed automatic transmission.

Which was judged sufficient power and torque to haul a 30-ton semi-load not that many years ago.Įngine upgrades include a cylinder block made from compacted graphite iron and new cast-iron cylinder head, exhaust valves, springs and rocker arms.Ī dashboard switch enables the standard exhaust brake to engage in one of two modes: maintaining downhill speed, or reducing speed in conjunction with a progressive downshift program. The latest development of the proven, 6.7-litre, Cummins in-line, six-cylinder, turbocharged and intercooled diesel powers both new RAMs and develops 276kW at 2800rpm and a whopping 1152Nm at 1700rpm.
