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Dodge RAM 1500 Club Cab Long Bed (BR/BE) 5.2 V8 (220 Hp) 4x4 Automatic
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Dodge RAM:
The Ram pickup is a full-size pickup truck manufactured by Stellantis North America and marketed from 2010 onwards under the Ram Trucks brand. The current fifth-generation Ram debuted at the 2018 North American International Auto Show in Detroit, Michigan, in January of that year.
Previously, Ram was part of the Dodge line of light trucks. The Ram name was introduced in October 1980 for model year 1981, when the Dodge D series pickup trucks and B series vans were rebranded, though the company had used a ram's-head hood ornament on some trucks as early as 1933....(Read more on Wikipedia)
1500 Club Cab Long Bed (BR/BE) Overview:
Dodge RAM (1500 Club Cab Long Bed (BR/BE)). With 407 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. All‑wheel drive provides excellent grip, ideal for off‑road use. A vehicle with an open cargo bed at the back, suitable for transporting goods. With seating for 6, it’s perfect for larger families.
5.2 V8 (220 Hp) 4x4 Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The 5.2L (318 Magnum) V8 provides adequate power for most towing and hauling tasks, especially with 4x4, offering reliable, if not exhilarating, performance.
Fuel Economy
Fuel economy is poor, typical for a large 90s V8 truck with an automatic transmission and 4x4 drivetrain.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Iconic, aggressive styling that stands out
- • Powerful and durable Magnum V8 engines (5.2L and 5.9L)
- • High towing and hauling capacities for its class
- • Spacious Club Cab interior for passengers
- • Robust chassis and drivetrain for demanding work
- • Relatively affordable on the used market
Cons:
- • Very poor fuel economy across all engine options
- • Interior quality and materials are basic and prone to wear
- • Ride comfort can be stiff, especially unladen
- • Common issues with rust, particularly on body panels and frame
- • Some electrical gremlins and sensor failures are known
- • Outdated safety features compared to modern vehicles
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(1500 Regular Cab Long Bed (BR/BE): 1993 - 1998).
| General: | |
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| Brand: | Dodge |
| Model: | RAM |
| Generation: | 1500 Club Cab Long Bed (BR/BE) |
| Modification (Engine): | 5.2 V8 (220 Hp) 4x4 Automatic |
| Start of production: | 1994 |
| End of production: | 1998 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Pick-up |
| Seats: | 6 |
| Doors: | 2 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 220 Hp @ 4400 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 42.2 Hp/l [506mm more] |
| Torque: | 407 Nm @ 3200 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | 318 Magnum V8 More details about the engine 318 Magnum V8 |
| Engine displacement: | 5211 |
| Number of cylinders: | 8 |
| Engine configuration: | V-engine |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Engine oil capacity: | 4.7 l |
| Coolant: | 19 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Space: | |
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| Max. weight: | 2903 |
| Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%): | 3538 kg |
| Size: | |
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| Ramp-over (brakeover) angle: | 17.1° |
| Length: | 6198 mm mm [506mm more] |
| Width: | 2017 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1892 mm mm [68mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 3937 mm mm [508mm more] |
| Width including mirrors: | 2017 mm |
| Approach angle: | 30.6° |
| Departure angle: | 24.7° |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels permanently, and the front wheels are driven through an electrically or mechanically operated clutch if necessary. |
| Drive wheel | All wheel drive (4x4) |
| Number of gears | 4 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Disc [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Drum [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | 225/75 R15 |
| Wheel rims size | 7J x 16 |
| Front suspension | Dependent spring suspension with anti-roll bar |
| Rear suspension | Rigid axle suspension, Leaf spring |
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