2009 Dodge Ram 3500 SXT SWB Quad Cab SRW pickup 4-door manual

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The Dodge Ram is a new truck that incorporates Dodge's forward-thinking style and refinements to cosmetics and engineering. The Dodge Ram is a light-duty full-size pickup, a so-called half-ton truck, but this latest version lacks the 1500 badge of previous versions because the heavy-duty versions 3500 share little in appearance and running gear.
The Dodge Ram 3500 is the one-ton heavy-duty Dodge pickup. The boldly styled Ram replaced the previous Dodge pickup in 1994 and for 1998 the Quad Cab was added. The Ram 1500 was redesigned for 2002 and the heavy-duty Ram was updated for 2003 with styling that distinguishes it from the light-duty truck. The Dodge Ram 3500 offers bold styling, big power and many creature comforts, making it ideal for work and play.
The Ram 3500 provides something for everyone with the choice of two engines, three cab styles (regular, Quad and Mega cabs), two wheelbases, single or dual rear wheels and either 4x2 or 4x4 drive types. When properly equipped the Ram 3500 can tow up to 16,850 lbs. Available safety features include dual front airbags, curtain airbags, and stability control and anti-lock brakes. For 2009, the Ram 3500 adds a new SXT model.
The 2009 Dodge Ram 3500 features the 6.7-liter Cummins turbo diesel as standard for all trim levels, producing 650 lb-ft of torque and 350 horsepower. A limited slip rear axle is also standard and a 5-speed manual transmission is not available with the optional 5.7-liter HEMI V8 engine. Remote start is available with the 6.7-liter Cummins turbo diesel.
A new truck coming for 2010, Dodge trimmed down the Ram's heavy-duty lineup for 2009. The Power Wagon is available only in Quad Cab. The Hemi has been upgraded to 383 horsepower and 400 pounds-feet of torque for 2009, but that engine is no longer offered in 3500 models. Like other heavy-duty pickups, the Ram 3500 has a stiff ride that bounces passengers around. Choosing this heavy-duty work truck over the regular 1500 lets you opt for the 325-hp Cummins 5.9-liter turbo diesel six-cylinder engine. Chrysler's powerful 5.7-liter Hemi V8 is also available. The crew cab's rear seat is tight and upright. Other changes include remote start available on diesel vehicles, limited-slip rear axle standard on 3500 models and larger front and rear brake rotors for all models.
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Heavy-duty pickups are a special breed of hauler. These full-size leviathans are built to tote and transfer big-time payloads and pull trailers weighing in excess of 10,000 pounds. Chrysler's entrants into this segment, which includes competitors from Chevrolet, GMC and Ford, are the Dodge Ram 3500 pickups. Available in Regular, Quad or Mega Cab configurations, with rear- or four-wheel drive, short or standard bed lengths, shorter or longer wheelbases, single or dual rear wheels, multiple trim levels and HEMI V8 gasoline or Cummins Turbo Diesel power, these ultra-Rams offer everything the basic Ram 1500 pickup does while adding even greater all-around capability.
Exterior
This design has been around since 2003 and showcases the broad-shouldered look of the Ram's big-rig styling. The massive crosshair grille, creased hood, air dam and sculpted bumper increase the intimidation factor when viewed from the front.
- Available power-sliding rear window on Quad Cab
- Available sunroof on Mega Cab and Quad Cab
- Available two-tone paint on SLT and Laramie
- Chrome bumpers on most trims
Interior
The Mega Cab is huge. Lift up the second-row seat and there's 71 cubic feet of storage space. When folded down, the rear seat can recline up to 37 degrees for passenger comfort. The Quad Cab isn't quite as roomy as competing crew cabs, but it can be ordered with numerous creature comforts. The white-face gauges are easy to read and the controls are conveniently placed. Laramie models are spiced up with wood trim and leather upholstery.
- Dual-zone climate control available on Power Wagon, standard on Laramie
- Available power-adjustable pedals
- Available seven-speaker premium audio system
- Available DVD-based navigation with 5.8-inch display on SLT, Laramie Power Wagon
Under the Hood
- 383-horsepower, 5.7-liter V-8 with iron block and aluminum cylinder heads, cam-in-block, two valves per cylinder and 400 pounds-feet of torque
- 350-hp, 6.7-liter inline-six-cylinder turbocharged diesel with an iron block and cylinder head, cam-in-block, four valves per cylinder and 650 pounds-feet of torque with the automatic, 610 pounds-feet with the manual
- Six-speed manual (6.29:1 1st gear), standard 6.7-liter engine
- Five-speed automatic, standard 5.7-liter engine
- Six-speed automatic, available 6.7-liter engine
Safety
Heavy-duty trucks rarely get advanced safety features or additional airbag systems. The Ram 3500 do offer an electronic stability system as an option on all models except the Power Wagon. A stability system is standard on Laramie models.
- Latch child-seat anchors
- Three-point seat belts in all positions
- Energy-absorbing steering column
Features:-
- 6 passengers, Upgraded cloth, Power steering
- Driver and passenger door mirror: heated, black, power adjustable Driver, Air conditioning, Front power windows with 1 express, rear power windows, Remote keyless power locks
- AM/FM, CD, 4 speakers, fixed mast antenna)
Colors:-
Exterior Colors
- Yellow
- Timberline Green Pearl coat
- School Bus Yellow
- Patriot Blue Pearl coat
- Patriot Blue PC/Light Khaki Metallic CC
- Omaha Orange
- Mineral Gray Metallic Clear coat
- Light Khaki Metallic Clear coat
- Light Green
- Light Cream
- Inferno Red Crystal Pearl coat
- Inferno Red Crystal PC/Light Khaki Metallic CC
- Flame Red Clear coat
- Flame Red CC/Light Khaki Metallic Clear coat
- Electric Blue Pearl coat
- Detonator Yellow Clear coat
- Dark Khaki Pearl coat/Light Khaki Metallic CC
- Dark Brown
- Brilliant Black Crystal Pearl coat
- Brilliant Black Crystal PC/Light Khaki Metallic CC
- Bright White Clear coat/Light Khaki Metallic CC
- Bright White Clear coat
- Bright Silver Metallic Clear coat
- Bright Red
Interior Colors
- Medium Slate Gray
- Khaki
- Khaki Two-Tone
Comparison Between Dodge Ram 3500 SXT SWB Quad Cab Vs Large Trucks:-
- Worse than category average
- Retail Price (MSRP): $39,860 (average: $34,106)
- Better than category average
- Horsepower: 350 hp. (average: 318.8 hp.)
- Standout Results: (vs. large trucks)
- Better than category average
- Torque: 610 lb-ft (average: 372.03 lb-ft)
- Better than category average
- Maximum GVWR: 10100 lb. (average: 8652.01 lb.)
- Worse than category average
- Power train Warranty: 36 months/36,000 miles (average: 95 months/133,473 miles)
- Worse than category average
- Ground Clearance: 7.4 in. (average: 8.83 in.)
Specification:-
Standard Engine
- Engine: 6.7 L in-line6
- Cc: 6,690
- Fuel type: diesel
Power
- Maximum power kW: 261
- Maximum power hp/PS: 350
- Rpm for maximum power: 3,000
- Maximum torque Nm: 827
- Maximum torque lb ft: 610
- Rpm for maximum torque: 1,400
Standard Transmission
- Transmission type: manual
- Number of speeds: 6
- Sports or close ratio: No
- Manual mode (auto only): No
Fuel Economy
- Urban (L/100km): No Data
- Country/highway (L/100km): No Data
- Combined (L/100km): No Data
- Urban (mpg): No Data
- Country/highway (mpg): No Data
- Combined (mpg): No Data
Performance
- Maximum speed (km/h): No Data
- Maximum speed (mph): No Data
- Acceleration 0-100 km/h: No Data
- Acceleration 0-60 mph: No Data
Comfort & Convenience
- Power windows: Standard
- Power locks: Standard
- Cruise control: Standard
- Sunroof: Not Available
- Navigational systems: Not Available
- Telemetric: Not Available
- Trip computer: Standard
- Height adjustable pedals: Not Available
- Tachometer: Standard
- Air conditioning: Standard
- Climate control: Not Available
- Rear control for climate control: No Data
- Seating capacity: 6
Entertainment
- Includes radio: Standard
- Includes cassette: Not Available
- Includes single CD: Standard
- CD changer: No Data
- CD changer capacity: No Data
- CD player reads MP3: Not Available
- MP3 player: Not Available
- DVD: Not Available
- Video player: No Data
Safety Features
- Electronic traction control: Not Available
- Stability control: Not Available
- Collision warning system: No Data
- First aid kit: No Data
- Low tire pressure indicator: Not Available
Airbags
- Driver: Standard
- Passenger: Standard
- Occupant sensors: Standard
- Side airbag: Not Available
Brakes & Traction
- ABS: Standard
- Electronic brake distribution: Not Available
- Brake assists system: Not Available
Warranties
Warranty: Whole Vehicle
- Duration (months): 36
- Distance (km): 60,000
- Distance (miles): 37,300
Warranty: Power train
- Duration (months): 60
- Distance (km): 100,000
- Distance (miles): 62,100
Warranty: Anti-Corrosion
- Duration (months): 36
- Distance (km): Unlimited
- Distance (miles): Unlimited
Warranty: Paint
- Duration (months): No Data
- Distance (km): No Data
- Distance (miles): No Data
Warranty: Full Service
- Duration (months): No Data
- Distance (km): No Data
- Distance (miles): No Data
Warranty: Roadside Assistance
- Duration (months): 60
- Distance (km): 100,000
- Distance (miles): 62,100

