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Ram 2500
The Ram 2500 is a heavy-duty pickup built for demanding work, heavy towing and professional use. Tougher than the 1500, it targets contractors, farmers and owners of large trailers. Its major asset is the Cummins turbo inline-six diesel engine, renowned for its durability and towing power, which contributes to excellent resale value. The 2500 also offers gasoline V8s for less intensive needs. Tires and wheels: it uses an 8-lug bolt pattern (8x165.1), entirely incompatible with the 1500, and generally requires wheels of at least 17 inches to clear the brakes. In Quebec, robust load-rated winter tires are strongly recommended for this heavy vehicle, particularly in jobsite or winter-towing conditions.
History
History of the Ram 2500
The Ram 2500 is a heavy-duty pickup built for demanding work, heavy towing and professional use. Tougher than the 1500, it targets contractors, farmers and owners of large trailers. Its major asset is the Cummins turbo inline-six diesel engine, renowned for its durability and towing power, which contributes to excellent resale value. The 2500 also offers gasoline V8s for less intensive needs. Tires and wheels: it uses an 8-lug bolt pattern (8x165.1), entirely incompatible with the 1500, and generally requires wheels of at least 17 inches to clear the brakes. In Quebec, robust load-rated winter tires are strongly recommended for this heavy vehicle, particularly in jobsite or winter-towing conditions.
Technology
Technologies, engines and platforms
5.7L and 6.4L HEMI gasoline V8s, or the Cummins turbo inline-six diesel prized for towing. Reinforced frame and high load capacities. Automatic transmission and 4x4 configurations available for heavy and professional use.
Tires and wheels
Tire and wheel compatibility
Les Ram couvrent une large gamme de dimensions. La 1500 reçoit couramment des jantes de 18, 20 ou 22 pouces, avec des pneus tels que 265/70R18 ou des formats plus larges sur grandes jantes. Attention à l'entraxe : la 1500 de 5e génération (2019 et plus) utilise un boulonnage à 6 trous (6x139,7), différent des générations antérieures. Les modèles lourds 2500 et 3500 emploient un entraxe à 8 trous (8x165,1), incompatible avec la 1500, et exigent souvent un minimum de 17 pouces. Au Québec, des pneus d'hiver dédiés (souvent en 17 ou 18 pouces) sont fortement recommandés pour ces véhicules lourds. Vérifiez toujours la dimension et l'entraxe exacts selon l'année et le modèle.
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