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2009 Dodge Ram 2500
$29,185 - $44,860Starting MSRP
Model Highlights
Transmission
Automatic w/OD
Body Type
Truck
Seatings
6 Seats
Overview
Available in three-quarter-ton (designated 2500) and one-ton (3500) models, the heavy duty variants of the 2009 Dodge Ram are equipped for serious work-oriented towing and hauling needs. Standard on all 2500 trims is a 5.7L V8 Hemi engine with...
What’s new in the 2009 model?
The Cummins turbo-diesel engine is now the base engine on the Ram 3500 for 2009. It is also available as an option on the Ram 2500. Also, the Po...

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Engine Order Code: EZC
Engine Type: Gas V8
Displacement: 5.7L/345
Fuel System: MPFI
SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM: 355 @ 5400
SAE Net Torque @ RPM: 395 @ 4200
Engine Oil Cooler:
Drivetrain: 4-Wheel Drive
Trans Order Code: DGQ
Trans Type: 5
Trans Description Cont.: Automatic w/OD
Trans Description Cont. Again:
First Gear Ratio (:1): 3.00
Second Gear Ratio (:1): 1.67-1.50
Third Gear Ratio (:1): 1.00
Fourth Gear Ratio (:1): 0.75
Fifth Gear Ratio (:1): 0.67
Sixth Gear Ratio (:1):
Reverse Ratio (:1): 3.00
Clutch Size (in):
Trans Power Take Off:
Trans PTO Access:
Transfer Case Model: NV271
Transfer Case Gear Ratio (:1), High: 1.00
Transfer Case Gear Ratio (:1), Low: 2.72
Transfer Case Power Take Off:
EPA Fuel Economy Est - City (MPG):
EPA Fuel Economy Est - Hwy (MPG):
Cold Cranking Amps @ 0° F (Primary): 750
Cold Cranking Amps @ 0° F (2nd):
Maximum Alternator Capacity (amps): 136
Maximum Alternator Watts: 1904
Total Cooling System Capacity (qts): 16.2
Gross Axle Wt Rating - Front (lbs): 5200
Gross Axle Wt Rating - Rear (lbs): 6010
Curb Weight - Front (lbs): 3410
Curb Weight - Rear (lbs): 2790
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating Cap (lbs): 8800
Gross Combined Wt Rating (lbs): 15000
Dead Weight Hitch - Max Trailer Wt. (lbs): 5000
Dead Weight Hitch - Max Tongue Wt. (lbs): 500
Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Trailer Wt. (lbs): 8350
Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Tongue Wt. (lbs): 835
Fifth Wheel Hitch - Max Trailer Wt. (lbs): 8250
Fifth Wheel Hitch - Max Tongue Wt. (lbs): 2063
Suspension Type - Front: Coil
Suspension Type - Rear: Leaf
Spring Capacity - Front (lbs):
Spring Capacity - Rear (lbs):
Axle Type - Front: Hypoid
Axle Type - Rear: Full-floating
Axle Capacity - Front (lbs): 5200
Axle Capacity - Rear (lbs): 6200
Axle Ratio (:1) - Front: 3.73
Axle Ratio (:1) - Rear: 3.73
Shock Absorber Diameter - Front (mm): - TBD -
Shock Absorber Diameter - Rear (mm): - TBD -
Stabilizer Bar Diameter - Front (in): - TBD -
Stabilizer Bar Diameter - Rear (in):
Brake Type: Pwr
Brake ABS System: 4-Wheel
Brake ABS System (Second Line):
Disc - Front (Yes or ): Yes
Disc - Rear (Yes or ): Yes
Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in): 13.9 x 1.39
Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in): 13.9 x 1.18
Drum - Rear (Yes or ):
Rear Drum Diam x Width (in):
Front Tire Order Code: TXE
Rear Tire Order Code: TXE
Spare Tire Order Code: TBB
Front Tire Size: LT265/70R17E
Rear Tire Size: LT265/70R17E
Spare Tire Size: LT265/70R17E
Front Tire Capacity (lbs): 3195
Rear Tire Capacity (lbs): 3195
Spare Tire Capacity (lbs): - TBD -
Revolutions/Mile @ 45 mph - Front: 658
Revolutions/Mile @ 45 mph - Rear: 658
Revolutions/Mile @ 45 mph - Spare: - TBD -
Front Wheel Size (in): 17 x 8.0
Rear Wheel Size (in): 17 x 8.0
Spare Wheel Size (in): 17 x 8.0
Front Wheel Material: Aluminum
Rear Wheel Material: Aluminum
Spare Wheel Material: Steel
Steering Type: Pwr Recirculating Ball
Steering Ratio (:1), On Center: - TBD -
Steering Ratio (:1), At Lock: - TBD -
Turning Diameter - Curb to Curb (ft): 52.5
Turning Diameter - Wall to Wall (ft): - TBD -
Frame Type: Ladder
Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx (gal): 34
Aux Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx (gal):
Fuel Tank Location: Inboard Frame Rails
Aux Fuel Tank Location:
Wheelbase (in): 160.5
Length, Overall w/o rear bumper (in): 247.9
Width, Max w/o mirrors (in): 80.0
Height, Overall (in): 79.1
Overhang, Front (in): 39.4
Overhang, Rear w/o bumper (in): 48.0
Front Bumper to Back of Cab (in): 163.1
Cab to Axle (in): 36.8
Cab to End of Frame (in): - TBD -
Ground to Top of Load Floor (in): 36.5
Ground to Top of Frame (in): - TBD -
Frame Width, Rear (in): 41.8
Ground Clearance, Front (in): 8.1
Ground Clearance, Rear (in): 7.4
Cargo Box Length @ Floor (in): 76.3
Cargo Box Width @ Top, Rear (in): 66.4
Cargo Box Width @ Floor (in): 65.1
Cargo Box Width @ Wheelhousings (in): 51.0
Cargo Box (Area) Height (in): 20.2
Tailgate Width (in): 60.6
Cargo Volume (ft³): 57.5
Ext'd Cab Cargo Volume (ft³): 72.2
Passenger Capacity: 6
Front Head Room (in): 40.8
Front Leg Room (in): 41.0
Front Shoulder Room (in): 67.0
Front Hip Room (in): 64.9
Second Head Room (in): 40.5
Second Leg Room (in): 44.2
Second Shoulder Room (in): 66.5
Second Hip Room (in): 64.4
Vehicle Name: Dodge Ram 2500
Body Style: Mega Cab 6'6" Box
Body Code: 160.5" WB
Pricing
This model has 29 different trims.
MSRP
$44,860
Invoice
$39,993
Description
5.7L/345, 355 @ 5400, Automatic w/OD
Fuel Economy
This model has 29 different trims.
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Combined
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Description
5.7L/345, 355 @ 5400, Automatic w/OD
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