Dodge Introduces All-New 2007 Ram 3500 Chassis Cab
Atlanta - Bold, tough, dependable, in-your-face Dodge Ram heritage conquers new territory and expands to the commercial chassis cab segment with the introduction of the all-new 2007 Dodge Ram 3500 Chassis Cab.
"The all-new 2007 Dodge Ram 3500 Chassis Cab charges into the Class 3 chassis cab segment, expanding the Dodge Ram portfolio and building on Dodge's leadership position in the truck market," said George Murphy, Senior Vice President -- Global Brand Marketing, Chrysler Group. "The most upfit-friendly chassis cab in the segment, the Dodge Ram 3500 Chassis Cab sets a new commercial standard by offering a powerful lineup of renowned engines, a commercial-grade chassis engineered to perform in the most demanding conditions, and bold Dodge Ram styling.
"With expanded capability, versatility and performance, the all-new Dodge Ram 3500 Chassis Cab is the ultimate truck for the commercial customer looking for a dynamic, yet capable work truck," Murphy added.
The 2007 Dodge Ram 3500 Chassis Cab boasts the Class 3 segment's highest single-rear-wheel Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) of 10,200 lbs., class- leading frame strength (50-ksi steel), largest standard fuel tank (52 gallons), best-in-class standard V-8 power (HEMI with 330 horsepower), longest oil change intervals (15,000 miles) and best-in-class interior cab room of 121.6 cubic feet for Quad Cab models and 65.2 cubic feet for regular cab models.
Upfit-friendliness is a prevailing theme of the all-new 2007 Dodge Ram Chassis Cab -- 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, 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.
Offering leading commercial performance, the all-new 2007 Dodge Ram 3500 Chassis Cab offers two powerful, legendary engine choices: the new 6.7-liter Cummins High Output Turbo Diesel with 305 horsepower and 610 lb.-ft. of torque, or the HEMI V-8 gasoline engine with best-in-class (for V-8 gasoline engines) 330 horsepower and 375 lb.-ft. of torque.
In developing the all-new 2007 Dodge Ram Chassis Cab, Dodge gathered considerable input from upfitters, second-stage manufacturers and end-users. Embracing their counsel, the result is the eye-catching, user-friendly, all- new 2007 Dodge Ram Chassis Cab, which delivers low cost of ownership and redefines the commercial standard for the Class 3 chassis cab segment.
Dodge Ram Leadership Expands to Commercial Truck Market
The all-new 2007 Dodge Ram 3500 Chassis Cab delivers Dodge Ram heritage, performance, capability and versatility to the growing commercial truck market.
Conquering new territory for the Dodge brand, the 2007 Dodge Ram 3500 Chassis Cab combines commercial capability, durability and leading versatility in a vehicle targeted at small business tradesmen, fleet customers and traditional chassis cab users looking for more cab space, enhanced functionality and bold styling.
Expanding on a solid commercial foundation and lineup of full-size van, minivan and box-off commercial vehicles, the all-new 2007 Dodge Ram 3500 Chassis Cab is the latest innovative offering in a reliable portfolio of commercial vehicles and services designed for business customers.
The all-new 2007 Dodge Ram 3500 Chassis Cab joins the Dodge Sprinter, Dodge Ram pickup, Dodge Ram Box-off models and Dodge Caravan and Grand Caravan cargo vans in the Dodge commercial vehicle lineup.
SOURCE: Chrysler Group