Stellantis Media Site 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                                                Contact:                                                             Randy                         Jones                                                                                                Todd                         Goyer                                                                                                                                                                                   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                                                                                                                                                           August 31, 2006,                                                                                                                      Auburn Hills, Mich.                                                       -                                               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 fabricPowertrain / 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 startDESIGNTrevor 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.ENGINEERINGMike 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 capabilitiesMODEL LINEUP2007 Dodge Ram 2500/3500 Box-Off STStandard 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 tireOptional 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 wheels2007 Dodge Ram 2500/3500 Box-Off SLTStandard FeaturesIn 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 wheelsOptional 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 wheels2007 Dodge Ram 2500/3500 Box-Off LaramieStandard FeaturesIn 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 controlsSAFETY AND SECURITYPlease 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 SystemCOLOR AVAILABILITY     Atlantic Blue     Black     Bright Silver Metallic     Bright White     Flame Red     Inferno Red     Light Khaki Metallic     Mineral Gray Metallic     Patriot BlueMANUFACTURING 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, JapanMARKET POSITIONLeading 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 CustomerSmall-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/municipalitiesMARKET 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™ modelsPRODUCT CHRONOLOGY2006 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 Gray2005 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 pump2004 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 Laramie2003 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