Download Print Press Kit: 2007 Chrysler Group Product Information, What's New for '07 2007 Dodge Ram 2500/3500 Box-off Models: All-New 6.7-liter Cummins Turbo Diesel Engine, 650 lb.-ft. of Torque and 6-speed Automatic Transmission Auburn Hills, Mich. August 31, 2006 - Armed with an all-new 6.7-liter Cummins Turbo Diesel engine (available January 2007) producing 650 lb.-ft. of torque (881 N•m) and an available six-speed automatic transmission, the 2007 Dodge Ram 2500/3500 Box-off models combine leading commercial power and strength with enhanced handling, safety and durability, successfully blending the needs of the commercial and heavy-duty pickup truck markets. “The ‘Ram tough’ legacy continues with the 2007 Dodge Ram 2500/3500 Box-off models,” said George Murphy, Senior Vice President – Global Brand Marketing, Chrysler Group. “With commercial-grade capability, durability and versatility, as well as a choice of premium engines, Ram 2500/3500 Box-off models deliver powertrain superiority, enhanced commercial performance and class-leading attributes to keep commercial customers working at optimal levels.” Dodge Ram Box-off models will continue to feature the 5.9-liter Cummins Turbo Diesel engine (through December 2006), providing 610 lb.-ft. of torque (827 N•m) at 1,600 rpm and 325 horsepower (242 kW) at 2,900 rpm. An integral component of Dodge’s commercial vehicle program, Ram 2500/3500 Box-off models are adaptable for almost any type of installation, including flat beds, utility/service bodies, stake bodies, landscaping, dry box, aerial devices, rancher bodies and catering applications. “WHAT’S NEW FOR 2007” Interior YES Essentials® stain-resistant fabric Powertrain / Chassis New 6.7-liter Cummins Turbo Diesel engine delivers 350-hp and 650 lb.-ft. of torque (available January 2007) New six-speed automatic transmission (mated with 6.7-liter turbo diesel engine, available January 2007) Safety & Security Optional remote start DESIGN Trevor Creed, Senior Vice President – Design: “With its signature in-your-face crosshair grille, the 2007 Dodge Ram 2500/3500 Box-Off breaks from the mold and extends bold, tough Ram attributes to the commercial vehicle market.” Staying true to Dodge Ram’s bold, tough, in-your-face attitude, the 2007 Dodge Ram 2500/3500 Box-Off models feature refined styling and interior comfort. Quad Cab® models boast best-in-class interior room of 121.7 cubic feet and feature four standard doors and 60-40 folding rear seats, delivering interior functionality and capability. Interior features include ventilation and air conditioning controls, rear-compartment reading lamps, available full-screen navigation radio, optional front bucket seats with full-floor console, door trim panels, standard heated seats on Laramie models, available DVD rear-seat video system on Quad Cab models, Infinity® sound system, UConnect® hands-free communication system, power sliding rear window, and front and rear head restraints. ENGINEERING Mike Donoughe, Vice President – Body-on-frame Product Team: “The 2007 Dodge Ram 2500/3500 Box-off models are engineered for commercial customer use with exceptional upfit, towing and carrying capabilities. Bold and durable, and with an uncompromising attitude that remains the standard among heavy-duty pickups, Dodge Ram Box-off models deliver the commercial strength that business customers demand.” Offering one of the market’s most potent powertrain combinations, the 2007 Dodge Ram 2500/3500 Box-off models come with the standard 5.7-liter HEMI® V-8 or an all-new 6.7-liter Cummins Turbo Diesel. Delivering 350 horsepower (261 kW) at 3,013 rpm and a class-dominating 650 lb.-ft. of torque (881 N•m) at 1,500 rpm, the available Cummins diesel offers superior fuel economy while ensuring durability and lower cost of ownership for the commercial customer. Meeting 50-state emissions requirements, the Cummins Turbo Diesel has overhaul intervals of 350,000 miles, providing more than a 100,000-mile advantage over the competition. The standard 5.7-liter HEMI is a best-in-class V-8 that turns out 345 horsepower (257 kW) for 2500 models or 330 horsepower for 3500 models (246 kW) at 5,600 rpm, and 375 lb.-ft. of torque (508 N•m) at 4,200 rpm. Available in regular and Quad Cab™ models, frame rail rear spacing of 42 inches and cab-to-axle dimensions of 37 and 56 inches allows easy upfits for commercial buyers’ individual needs. The Dodge Ram 2500 Box-off maximum Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) is 9,000 lbs., maximum payload is 3,700 lbs., and maximum Gross Combined Weight Rating (GCWR) is 20,000 lbs. Dodge Ram 3500 Box-off’s maximum GVWR is 11,500 lbs., with a maximum payload of 5,580 lbs. and best-in-class maximum GCWR of 23,000 lbs. Built to work as hard as its commercial customers do, Dodge Ram 2500/3500 Box-off models feature 17-inch wheels and tires and an extended driving range due to its large 35-gallon fuel tank. An adjustable fuel filler kit allows upfitters flexibility in locating the fuel fill to meet end users’ needs. PRODUCT HIGHLIGHTS Successfully blends needs of the commercial and heavy-duty pickup truck markets, offering superior capability and strength with enhanced handling, safety and power Adaptable for a wide array of business and commercial work applications, meeting industry dimensional box-off standards for virtually any type of installation Dominates segment with a host of best-in-class advantages including acceleration, towing, torque, interior room, and largest brakes Built directly for commercial customer use with exceptional upfit, towing and carrying capabilities MODEL LINEUP 2007 Dodge Ram 2500/3500 Box-Off 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 anti-lock disc brakes Part-time four-wheel-drive transfer case (4x4 models only) 17-inch wheels and full-size spare tire Optional Features 5.9-liter Cummins Turbo Diesel engine (through December 2006) Four-speed automatic transmission (diesel only – through December 2006) 6.7-liter Cummins Turbo Diesel (available January 2007) Six-speed automatic transmission (diesel only – available January 2007) Five-speed automatic transmission (with 5.7-liter HEMI® V-8 engine) Speed control Trailer tow mirrors 17-inch chrome-clad steel wheels 2007 Dodge Ram 2500/3500 Box-Off SLT Standard Features In addition to standard features on the ST, the Ram 2500/3500 Box-Off SLT adds: Keyless entry Overhead console with mini-trip computer and compass Power windows and door locks Speed control 17-inch chrome-clad steel wheels Optional Features AM/FM stereo with six-disc CD changer Bucket seats with leather upholstery Full-screen navigation radio Power adjustable pedals Power sun roof SIRUS Satellite Radio Six-way power driver seat UConnect® Hands-free Communication System 17-inch chrome-clad aluminum wheels 2007 Dodge Ram 2500/3500 Box-Off Laramie Standard Features In addition to standard features on the SLT, the Ram 2500/3500 Box-Off Laramie adds: Body-side chromed molding Dual-zone climate control Security alarm Sentry Key® engine immobilizer Steering-wheel mounted audio controls SAFETY AND SECURITY Please refer to the safety glossary for descriptions of the following available features: Advanced Multi-Stage Air Bags Anti-Lock Braking System BeltAlert Brake/Park Interlock Center Occupant Shoulder Belt Constant Force Retractors Crumple Zones Door Alert Driver-Side Inflatable Knee Blocker Electronic Brake Force Distribution Energy-Absorbing Steering Column Front Crush Sensors Head Restraints Inflatable Knee Blocker Interior Head-Impact Protection Knee Bolsters Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren (LATCH) Low-risk Deployment Air Bag Occupant Sensing System Power Adjustable Pedals Remote Keyless Entry Seat Belt Pretensioners Security Alarm Supplemental Side-Curtain Air Bags Three-point Lap-Shoulder Belt With Height Adjusters Tire Pressure Monitoring System UConnect Hands-free Communication System COLOR AVAILABILITY Atlantic Blue Black Bright Silver Metallic Bright White Flame Red Inferno Red Light Khaki Metallic Mineral Gray Metallic Patriot Blue MANUFACTURING INFORMATION 2007 model year production start: July, 2006 Production locations: Saltillo Assembly Plant in Coahuila, Mexico and North Assembly Plant in St. Louis, Mo. 6.7 liter Cummins Turbo Diesel engine: Cummins Engine Plant in Columbus, Ind. 5.7 liter HEMI V-8 engine: Saltillo Engine Plant in Saltillo in Mexico Five-speed automatic transmission: Kokomo Transmission in Kokomo, Ind. Six speed manual transmission: Sao Bernardo do Campo plant in Sao Paulo, Brazil Six-speed automatic transmission: Aisin Transmission Facility in Ogawa, Aichi, Japan MARKET POSITION Leading the way with the class-dominating 6.7-liter Cummins Turbo Diesel, the 2007 Dodge Ram 2500/3500 Box-Off successfully blends the needs of the commercial and heavy-duty pickup truck markets, offering superior capability and strength with enhanced handling, safety and power. With an uncompromising attitude that remains the standard among heavy-duty pickups, Dodge Ram 2500/3500 Box-Off delivers commercial performance and amenities that business customers demand. Demographics / Target Customer Small-business Customer: 10 vehicles or less in fleet Entrepreneur, independent business person with hands-on management style Key vocational segments include tradesmen (carpenters, electricians, roofers, HVAC, electricians, etc.); landscaping and lawn maintenance; retailers/wholesalers; agriculture/ farming; and service and delivery (florist, dry cleaner, package/parcel, etc.) Small Fleet Customer: 10 to 49 vehicles in fleet Independent manager with reliable support staff and close pulse on the business Maintains rigid fleet maintenance and repair schedules Key vocational segments include tradesmen (carpenters, electricians, roofers, HVAC, electricians, etc.); landscaping and lawn maintenance; retailers/wholesalers; agriculture/ farming; service and delivery (florist, dry cleaner, package/parcel, etc.); and utilities/ government/municipalities MARKET ADVANTAGES The 2007 Dodge Ram 2500/3500 Box-off boasts one of the most dynamic powertrain combinations in the heavy-duty segment: the 5.7-liter HEMI V-8 and the all-new 6.7-liter Cummins Turbo Diesel Meeting 50-state emissions requirements, the new Cummins Turbo Diesel produces a class-dominating 650 lb.-ft. of torque (881 N•m) at 1,500 rpm and 325 horsepower (242 kW) The standard 5.7-liter HEMI V-8 provides 345 horsepower (257 kW) and 375 lb.-ft. of torque (508 N•m) at 4,400 rpm, providing best-in-class acceleration and towing capability versus competitive vehicles with similar size gasoline engines Engineered for demanding high-mileage customers, diesel-equipped models have overhaul intervals of 350,000 miles, providing more than a 100,000-mile advantage over the competition The 2007 Dodge Ram 2500/3500 Box-off has best-in-class interior room of 121.7 cubic feet with Quad Cab™ models PRODUCT CHRONOLOGY 2006 Model Year Dodge Ram 2500 Box-Off ST, SLT or Laramie available in 4x2, 4x4, Regular or Quad Cab® with single rear wheels Dodge Ram 3500 Box-Off ST, SLT or Laramie available in 4x2, 4x4, Quad Cab with single rear wheels Dodge Ram 3500 Box-Off ST, SLT or Laramie available in 4x2, 4x4, Regular or Quad Cab with dual rear wheels (4x4 dual rear wheel configuration available Fall 2005) Re-engineered fuel system to meet LEV II and ORVR requirements Redesigned 17-inch chrome-clad aluminum wheels standard on Sport package, optional on Laramie models Thicker front door glass and re-engineered door seals for reduced wind noise contributes to interior cabin quietness Polymer constraint layer on front of dash panel for enhanced engine and road noise abatement Redesigned headlamps, grille, front fascia and fender assemblies Enhanced headlamp performance Optional power sliding backlight Available in nine colors, including Inferno Red Crystal Pearl Coat and Light Khaki Metallic Clear Coat Redesigned instrument panel includes wider center stack, reduced-glare panel cluster, new HVAC controls with four trim levels (ST, monochrome; SLT, woodgrain; Laramie, wood/metal; Sport, metallic) Optional full-screen navigation radio Optional DVD rear seat entertainment system on Quad Cabs Optional front bucket seats with full center console available on SLT, Sport package and Laramie Rear seat ladder-style headrests on Quad Cab Enhanced seat design includes enhanced leather offerings and French-stitched sew lines Upscale finishes, including Maple Pommele accents on instrument panel and doors and Satin Silver II accents on control knobs Interior color offerings: Khaki and Medium Slate Gray 2005 Model Year New sun roof available on Quad Cab UConnect® Hands-free Communication System with Bluetooth® technology features push-to-talk button in rearview mirror assembly optional on SLT and Laramie SIRIUS Satellite Radio(a) optional on SLT and Laramie Quad Cab (late availability) New transmission mounts for manual transmissions improve noise, vibration and harshness New diesel in-tank fuel lift pump 2004 Model Year All Cummins Diesel engines are now High Output version Tow/haul mode included with models with automatic transmission New 48RE four-speed automatic transmission with standard and High Output Cummins diesel engines New exterior color: Deep Molten Red replaces Garnet Red New adjustable rear seat outboard head restraints standard Chrome bodyside moldings standard for Laramie Chrome-surround grille with chrome billet inserts for Laramie standard Heated mirrors optional on SLT and Laramie Chrome-clad wheels now standard on Laramie New available navigation radio with 4.9-inch full-color display, AM/FM stereo, CD player and DVD-based navigation system Satin Silver door and instrument panel bezels for Laramie 2003 Model Year 2500 and 3500 single rear-wheel Box Off models introduced in Spring of 2003 All-new ST, SLT and Laramie models All models are built on two wheelbases: 140.5 and 160.5 inches 5.7-liter HEMI® Magnum OHV, SMPI V-8 with 5-45RFE five-speed automatic transmission or NV4500 five-speed manual transmission Cummins 5.9-liter standard diesel engine with 47RE four-speed automatic transmission or NV4500 heavy-duty five-speed manual transmission Cummins 5.9-liter High Output diesel engine with NV5600 heavy-duty six-speed manual transmission