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The 1978 models also saw the introduction of the second diesel-powered Dodge pickup truck. Available as an economy choice in the D/W 150 and 200 trucks was Mitsubishi's 6DR5 4.0L inline six-cylinder naturally-aspirated diesel, rated at 105 hp (78 kW) at 3500 rpm, and 230 N·m (169 lb·ft) at 2200 rpm. The diesel used standard Dodge manual and ...
The Ram concept truck "Long Hauler" from 2012 is mostly based on existing Ram truck parts. The powertrain, frame, and wheels are all components of the Ram 5500 Chassis Cab. It is a "Mega Cab" which is optional on the lighter Rams. The GCWR for this truck is 37,500 lb and the weight of the truck is 9,300 lb. [51]
Innovative high-strength steels allow automotive components to be made thinner, and thereby lighter. The Ram 1500 reduced its weight by nearly 120 pounds (54 kg) from the chassis. The frame alone accounts for 100 pounds (45 kg) of weight savings. The truck has lost around 225 pounds (102 kg) overall when compared to the prior generation. [8]
Using data from Edmunds’ Most Fuel Efficient rankings, GOBankingRates developed a list of the 2020 model year cars, SUVs and trucks that offer the best fuel economy. All mpg estimates are for ...
Side mounting is the most common placement of diesel tanks for trucks. This is typically accomplished with the use of brackets, straps or a combination of both for the purpose of attaching the fuel tank to the truck frame. The choice of shape is generally influenced by the need for maximum fuel capacity and the desire for a stylish look.
Ram 5500 tow truck. The Ram Heavy Duty is available in three different configurations: a two-door regular cab with a long bed, a four-door crew cab with either a standard bed or a long bed, or a four-door Mega Cab (a crew cab extended by 11.1 in (280 mm) allowing the rear seats to recline or offering more in-cab storage [2]) with a standard bed.
The EPA rated the Nissan Leaf electric car with a combined fuel economy of 99 MPGe, [9] and rated the Chevrolet Volt plug-in hybrid with a combined fuel economy of 93 MPGe in all-electric mode, 37 MPG when operating with gasoline only, and an overall fuel economy rating of 60 mpg-US (3.9 L/100 km) combining power from electricity and gasoline.
The Ram 1500 with EcoDiesel was the first half-ton pickup with a diesel engine available in the U.S since Dodge had previously offered a six-cylinder Mitsubishi diesel in its half-ton pickup for 1978, and GM offered diesel engines from 1978 to 1998. [10] Other diesel pickup trucks that have been available for decades are heavier-duty trucks ...