New to the Ram 2500 and Ram 3500 Heavy Duty lineup for 2011 is a Ram Laramie Longhorn Edition, which the brand calls the most luxurious Ram Truck ever. Engine-wise, the 2011 Dodge Power Wagon is designed with either of the following engines: 5. Also, the Ram Outdoorsman is a new model that brings off-road capability plus trailer-towing hardware together. White Knuckle Offroad Rock Sliders in. It has 383 horsepower and 400 lb-ft of torque. The interior layout is ergonomical and comfortable.
On the higher trim levels, soft-touch materials and tasteful stitching are abundant throughout the cabin, while the plush seats and metallic accents are almost too nice for work truck status. Model value: The Ram 2500 and 3500 are heavy-duty trucks that sacrifice some ride quality and maneuverability, compared to lighter-duty pickups, in favor of improved towing and hauling ability. These systems are built to last, too. Ride Comfort If bouncing around the farm in your Daddy's 1972 Dodge formed your opinion about how trucks should behave, you owe it to yourself to experience the smooth, comfortable ride afforded by the 2011 Ram Heavy Duty pickup trucks. The Ram 2500 and 3500 are heavy-duty trucks that sacrifice some ride quality and maneuverability, compared to lighter-duty pickups, in favor of improved towing and hauling ability.
Driving Impressions Even though the 2011 Ram 2500 is built to tackle demanding pickup duties, it remains comfortably composed in most situations. The exterior styling and design are boxed with sleek and smooth sheetmetal — classy, contemporary and super sexy. That rises to 22,000 with the automatic and diesel engine. The Mega Cab rides on the same wheelbase as the Crew Cab long bed, but it combines an even bigger cabin with a short bed. I have a great running 98 Ram Cummins 12v but it started using almost twice the fuel. We tow trailer's all summer long and then slap on snow plows during the winter season. Any truck owner can tell you that low-end torque comes in handy when hauling or cruising.
The V8 can produce up to 400 hp and 400 feet-pounds of torque while the Cummins can charge around 350 hp and 650 feet pounds of torque. The gasoline engine comes with a standard 5-speed manual, while the diesel offers a 6-speed manual or optional 6-speed automatic. He highly recommend finding a diesel-powered 2500 from later in the model year or one hooked up to the six-speed automatic transmission. It was recorded to haul and tow up to 17, 600 pounds with payloads going higher than 5000lbs. The 2011 Ram 2500 can tow up to 15,450 pounds when powered by the Cummins engine with the six-speed automatic and when properly equipped.
Safety Standard safety equipment for the 2011 Ram 2500 includes antilock disc brakes and side curtain airbags. This model allows multiple configurations and can dominate the road with forceful exterior and at the end of the day, you can still tow incredible payloads. The optional engine is a 6. I'm starting to wish my old one with close to 210,000 miles would die so I could by another like this one. The 2011 Ram 2500 Laramie has standard 17-inch polished alloy wheels, dual zone climate control, four additional speakers and power adjustable front seats. The 2011 Ram 2500 comes with antilock disc brakes and front and side curtain airbags.
Power Wagon The 2011 Ram Power Wagon is an off-road beast. By - January 21, 2011 Written by: Patrick Rall The Ram brand used the 2011 Detroit Auto Show to show off their complete brand lineup, including the 2011 Ram 2500 Power Wagon — the complete work truck whether your job takes place on the road or off. This has been by far the best truck I have owned. TruckCabinFilter selectedCabinList, null ; truckCabinFilter. I can't say enough good about this truck! I have had 3 issues with it since I purchased it, one was the tie rod end recall that Chrysler put out a few years ago. In this configuration, the absence of hard buttons and knobs needlessly complicates some of the most basic functions. In fact, people frequently comment about how quiet it is for a diesel truck.
Further isolating the occupants from the outside world are hydraulic cab-to-frame mounts that are tuned to reduce the jolting ride that is typical of an unloaded heavy-duty truck. It turns heads everywhere i go. Car details Up For Sale is a Rare, Low Mileage, Excellent Condition 2011 Dodge Ram 2500 Power Wagon with Extra'sThis truck has only 37,568 miles on it as of today and is in Like New Condition. Full bed carpet kit installed over Premium Line X bed liner. The ride is quiet and smooth. Allow 8-10 weeks for processing.
Entertainment and connectivity features abound and hint that these trucks see use well beyond the construction site. It's a Hemi-powered 2500 Crew Cab with electric-locking front and rear differentials, electronic disconnecting sway bar, Bilstein shocks, 32-inch tires, skid plates, 4. The Cummins weighs a great deal more than the Hemi and when you add that additional weight to the front end of the Ram 2500, it unbalances the truck which creates a problem when off-roading. Driving It While we've taken a Ram Power Wagon off-road and even done some towing, the trip that impressed us most was when we did back-to-back comparisons between the 2011 Ram 2500 Crew Cab and its Chevrolet Silverado equivalent. Regular, Crew and Mega are the cab options in the 2011 Ram 2500. As a Hemi owner, I see no problem with this as the 383 horsepower and 400lb-ft of torque allows the Power Wagon to tow 10,300lbs while also offering unbeatable off-roading capabilities in stock form. But biggest problem has been electrical, flasher and dome light goes on and off for no reason.
The 2011 Ram Heavy Duty is available in three cab styles Regular, Crew Cab and Mega Cab , two box sizes 6 feet 4 inches and 8 feet plus single- and dual-rear-wheel configurations. ColorFilter selectedColorList, 'exteriorColorFilter', 'exteriorColorName', 'Color', 'colors', null ; colorFilter. New wheel options and interior colors have been introduced, and White Gold Metallic, Saddle Brown Pearl Coat, Sagebrush Longhorn only and Hunter Green Peal Coat and Deep Cherry Red Crustal Pearl Coat join the palette. Ford and Chevy pulled out their big guns in 2010, effectively matching or besting the latest Ram Heavy Duty pickups. I have been getting 20 mpg but now can't get 200miles on a half tank. Tow ratings range up to 17,600 pounds, with maximum payload of 5,130.
Interior Design and Special Features The Ram 2500 takes a page out of the Ram 1500's playbook by offering the best interior among all pickups. Although the 2500 lacks the new coil-spring rear found in the Ram 1500, the re-tuned suspension and fluid-filled hydro mounts at the rear of the cab do an impressive job of isolating the cabin from the road. Compared to the light-duty Dodge Ram 1500 trucks, the heavy duty Ram 2500 and Ram 3500 trucks get a unique grille, hood and bumpers. Easy fix there as well. The much-improved cabin has an attractive design and high-quality materials, making the Ram the leader in this area.