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Capabilities of Ram Trucks

The suspension on the Ram 1500 helps out its capability. Consumers curious about the capabilities of Ram trucks are getting the opportunity to experience them first hand at various auto shows throughout the country. Most recently, the Columbus International Auto Show allowed people to experience the full performance and capabilities of vehicles like the Ram trucks in Racine here at Palmen Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram of Racine. The “Off-road Experience” as it is known, is a very popular exhibit with consumers and one that has been successful for the Ram brand. It makes sense, since getting people behind the wheel of a Ram gives a better idea of the true capabilities of Ram trucks. Luckily, you don’t have to travel to an auto show to drive a Ram truck, as we offer that service right here at Palmen Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram of Racine. It’s called a test drive – and we have people taking advantage of them every day. If you want to hear about some of the capabilities of Ram trucks right now, then read on. It really gets impressive under the hood of the Ram 1500. The most popular model of the truck, the Ram 1500, has pretty awesome capability in its own right. The truck has a max payload of 1,909 pounds and max towing capability of 10,450 pounds. This is all done while getting 25 MPH on the highway with the 3.6-liter Pentastar engine. As for the specifics coming out of this awesome Pentastar engine, it has output of 305 horsepower and 269 pound-feet of torque. There is also the 4.7-liter V8 that has 310 horsepower and 330 pound-feet of torque. Step up to the 5.7-liter Hemi V8 and we’re talking about 395 horsepower and 410 pound-feet of torque. So now that you know what you’re dealing with, it’s time to try out the capabilities of Ram trucks in person. Stop on over to the dealership and see our new cars in Racine, WI.
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