A high point in the crew cab pickup market is the Dodge Ram 3500. In 2005 Dodge rolled out an upgraded version of the Ram 3500 with three versions: Laramie, ST, and SLT. Sales for the Ram 3500, especially the Ram 3500 SLT, were brisk during 2005 and 2006. The improved reliability and the updated styling were responsible for the increased interest.

2005 Dodge Ram 3500 SLT Specs

Standard equipment in the Ram 3500 for 2004 and 2005 includes the 5.9 liter engine by Cummins, weighing in at 6 cylinders and twelve valves. A 5-speed Automatic Transmission puts the power of the HO engine to the pavement. The has proven to be a popular configuration for the Ram 3500.

The fuel system for the 2005 Ram 3500 is a EFI system, running on DIESEL . The fuel is regulated by an electronic system and is a fuel-injected MFI design.

The Ram 3500 uses power-assisted brakes, with 4-Wheel ABS support. The front brakes are disc while the rear brakes are disc. Steering is handled through a power-steering gear-style configuration. The truck uses coil and leaf springs front and rear respectively.

Statistics

The dimensions of the Ram 3500 SLT are 96.00 inches wide by 249.70 inches long. It sits 75.10 inches off the ground. It seats a standard six passengers, with 4 doors. The wheelbase of 160.50 allows for extra leg room for the rear passengers.

The listed retail price in 2005 (MSRP) was $33,900, with a dealer invoice cost of $29,834. This price is in line with the industry average price for a four-door Crew Cab Pickup.

The standard warranty period for the Ram 3500 is 36 months, or 36,000 miles, whichever comes first. There is also a warranty on the powertrain for 84 months or 70,000 miles respectively. This is standard in the crew cab pickup market.

Fuel Efficiency

The Ram 3500 SLT received a miles-per-gallon rating of seventeen in-city driving and twenty three when it came to highway driving. Being a diesel-powered non-hybrid truck, this was within normal parameters.

Parting Shots

The 2004 model began the promise of the Dodge Ram 3500. The 2005 expanded on this success and has proven to be a strong seller in most markets. Even with strong competition from other manufacturers Dodge hopes that the Ram 3500 SLT will continue to be a profitable vehicle.

Tags: 4-Door, Crew Cab Pickup, Dodge Ram 3500, SLT, United States market

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