They don't get a lot of direct consumer use, but the chassis-cab versions of North America's heavy-duty pickup market have a large in-direct influence on our lives.
It's units like the 2007 Dodge Ram 3500 Chassis Cab that turn into vehicles that deliver the stuff we need for the good life, or build or repair it, or haul it away when we're done with it, or allow us to take it with us when we get away from it all.
So for future delivery reliability of your big screen hi-def TV if nothing else, rejoice in the arrival of a Dodge Ram with a "ground-up commercial-grade chassis" with a new version of the Cummins Turbo Diesel (6.7-litre) as a step up from the base 5.7-litre Hemi V-8.
Other technological advances on the Ram 3500 that will excite the buyers of commercial trucks include:
Overall, says Judy Wheeler, "the all-new 2007 Dodge Ram 3500 Chassis Cab comes armed with a host of class-leading features that will win over new commercial business for Dodge. This Ram is ready to take on the heavy duty applications that Canadian truck buyers deal with everyday."
Upfit-friendly features that Wheeler deems worthy of note include the fact that this is the first Ram chassis with a one-piece C-channel frame (50-ksi steel), industry-standard 34-inch frame rail spacing and segment-exclusive flat, "clean" frame rails.
"Also unique in the segment," notes Wheeler, "all chassis components are below the frame surface, assuring easy adaptability and versatility for virtually any upfit application."
Offered in single-rear-wheel and dual-rear-wheel models, two cab-axle lengths (60 and 84 inches) are available.
In developing the all-new 2007 Dodge Ram Chassis Cab, Wheeler says, Dodge gathered considerable input from upfitters, second-stage manufacturers and end-users.
As a result of this counsel, she maintains, the new Ram 3500 Chassis Cab is "eye-catching and user-friendly," with a low cost of ownership and "a redefined commercial standard for the Class 3 chassis cab segment."
Meeting all cab-axle and industry upfitter specifications while ensuring commercial reliability and durability, says Wheeler, bolt-on exhaust hanger brackets provide increased upfitter flexibility, and riveted cross-members behind the cab allow for easier modification. In addition, there's a one-piece C-channel frame, u-bolt access every 18 inches along the length of the frame and shear plate mounting locations identified along the frame.
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So for future delivery reliability of your big screen hi-def TV if nothing else, rejoice in the arrival of a Dodge Ram with a "ground-up commercial-grade chassis" with a new version of the Cummins Turbo Diesel (6.7-litre) as a step up from the base 5.7-litre Hemi V-8.
Other technological advances on the Ram 3500 that will excite the buyers of commercial trucks include:
- Class 3's most upfit-friendly design, which means it will be easier for a converter specialist to create a vehicle that suits your specific needs
- it has flat, "clean" frame rails with industry-standard 34-inch spacing
- the Hemi V-8 represents the best-in-class base engine
- there is more interior space in the regular and Quad Cab models than in competitive units
- it has the largest standard fuel tank, which will deliver better range, and
- it has the longest oil change interval (22,000 km) and an exhaust brake option that contribute to low ownership cost.
Overall, says Judy Wheeler, "the all-new 2007 Dodge Ram 3500 Chassis Cab comes armed with a host of class-leading features that will win over new commercial business for Dodge. This Ram is ready to take on the heavy duty applications that Canadian truck buyers deal with everyday."
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| (Photo: DaimlerChrysler) |
"Also unique in the segment," notes Wheeler, "all chassis components are below the frame surface, assuring easy adaptability and versatility for virtually any upfit application."
Offered in single-rear-wheel and dual-rear-wheel models, two cab-axle lengths (60 and 84 inches) are available.
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| (Photo: DaimlerChrysler) |
As a result of this counsel, she maintains, the new Ram 3500 Chassis Cab is "eye-catching and user-friendly," with a low cost of ownership and "a redefined commercial standard for the Class 3 chassis cab segment."
Meeting all cab-axle and industry upfitter specifications while ensuring commercial reliability and durability, says Wheeler, bolt-on exhaust hanger brackets provide increased upfitter flexibility, and riveted cross-members behind the cab allow for easier modification. In addition, there's a one-piece C-channel frame, u-bolt access every 18 inches along the length of the frame and shear plate mounting locations identified along the frame.