INTRODUCING THE NEW 2013 RAM HEAVY DUTY TRUCKS



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INTRODUCING THE NEW 2013 RAM HEAVY DUTY TRUCKS
By Robert Patton | Published  10/25/2012 | TDR - Magazine | Rating:
2013 RAM HD - Specs

PRELIMINARY SPECIFICATIONS

All dimensions are in inches (millimeters) unless otherwise noted.

All dimensions measured at curb weight with standard tires and wheels.

GENERAL INFORMATION

Vehicle Type

Regular Cab, Crew Cab and Mega Cab

Assembly Plants

Saltillo Truck Assembly Plant, Coahuila, Mexico

EPA Vehicle Class

Standard Pickup


ENGINE: 5.7-LITER HEMI® V-8

Availability

2500 and 3500

Type and Description

Eight-cylinder, 90-degree V-8, liquid-cooled with variable-valve timing (VVT)

Displacement

345 cu. in. (5654 cu. cm)

Bore x Stroke

3.92 x 3.58 (99.5 x 90.9)

Valve System

Pushrod-operated overhead valves, 16 valves, hydraulic lifters with roller followers

Fuel Injection

Sequential, multi-port, electronic, returnless

Construction

Deep-skirt cast-iron block with cross-bolted main bearing caps,
aluminum alloy heads with hemispherical combustion chambers

Compression Ratio

10.5:1

Power (SAE net)

383 bhp (286 kW) @ 5,600 rpm,

Torque (SAE net)

400 lb.-ft. (542 N•m) @ 4,000 rpm

Max. Engine Speed

5,800 rpm

Fuel Requirement

Unleaded mid-grade, 89 octane (R+M)/2 — recommended

Unleaded regular, 87 octane (R+M)/2 — acceptable

Oil Capacity

7.0 qt. (6.6 liter)

Coolant Capacity

18 qt. (17.7 liter)

Emission Control

Three-way catalytic converters, heated oxygen sensors and internal engine features


ENGINE: 6.7-LITER CUMMINS TURBO DIESEL I-6 (three versions)

Availability

2500 and 3500

Type and Description

Six-cylinder, inline, liquid-cooled, turbocharged, intercooled

Displacement

408 cu. in. (6690 cu. cm)

Bore x Stroke

4.21 x 4.88 (107 x 124)

Valve System

OHV, 24 valves, solid lifters

Fuel Injection

Electronic high-pressure common rail

Construction

Cast-iron block and head

Compression Ratio

16.5:1

Power (SAE net)

350 bhp (261 kW) @ 2,800 rpm (G56 manual transmission)

Torque (Manual SAE net)

660 lb.-ft. (881 N•m) @ 1,500 rpm

Power (SAE net)

370 bhp (276 kW) @ 2,800 rpm (68RFE automatic transmission)

Torque (Automatic SAE net)

800 lb.-ft. (1084 N•m) @ 1,600 rpm

Power (SAE net)

385 bhp (287 kW) @ 2,800 rpm (AS69RC automatic transmission)

Torque (Automatic SAE net)

850 lb.-ft. (1152 N•m) @ 1,600 rpm

Maximum High-idle Engine Speed

3,500 rpm

Fuel Requirement

Ultra low sulfur diesel

Oil Capacity

12.0 qt. (11.3 liter) with filter

Coolant Capacity

29.5 qt. (28.0 liter)

Emission Controls

Diesel exhaust fluid


TRANSMISSION: G56 — MANUAL SIX-SPEED OVERDRIVE

Availability

6.7-liter diesel

Description

Synchronized in all gears

Gear Ratios

1st

5.94

2nd

3.28

3rd

1.98

4th

1.31

5th

1.0

6th

0.74

Reverse

5.42


TRANSMISSION: 66RFE — AUTOMATIC SIX-SPEED

Availability

5.7-liter gas

Description

Three planetary gear sets, one overrunning clutch, full electronic control, electronically controlled converter clutch

Gear Ratios

1st

3.23

2nd

1.84

3rd

1.41

4th

1.00

5th

0.82

6th

0.63

Reverse

4.44

Overall Top Gear

2.35 with 3.73 axle ratio; 2.58 with 4.10 axle ratio; 2.87 with 4.56 axle ratio


TRANSMISSION: 68RFE — AUTOMATIC SIX-SPEED

Availability

6.7-liter diesel

Description

Three planetary gear-sets, one overrunning clutch, full electronic control, electronically controlled converter clutch

Gear Ratios

1st

3.23

2nd

1.84

3rd

1.41

4th

1.0

5th

0.82

6th

0.63

Reverse

4.44

Overall Top Gear

2.15 with 3.42 axle ratio; 2.35 with 3.73 axle ratio; 2.58 with 4.10 axle ratio


TRANSMISSION: AS69RC — AUTOMATIC SIX-SPEED

Availability

6.7-liter Diesel

Description

Three planetary gear-sets, one overrunning clutch, full electronic control, electronically controlled converter clutch

Gear Ratios

1st

3.75

2nd

2.0

3rd

1.34

4th

1.0

5th

0.77

6th

0.63

Reverse

3.54

Overall Top Gear

2.15 with 3.42 axle ratio; 2.35 with 3.73 axle ratio; 2.58 with 4.10 axle ratio


TRANSFER CASES: BW 44-46, BW 44-47

Availability

Optional on 6.7-liter diesel and 5.7-liter gas

Type

Part-time - BW 44-47 Manual shift and BW 44-46 Electric shift

Operating Modes

2WD; 4WD High; Neutral; 4WD Low

Low-range Ratio

2.64

Center Differential

None


ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Alternator

Rating

160-amp standard with 5.7-liter

Rating

180-amp included with Snow Plow Prep Package standard
with 6.7-liter, optional on 5.7-liter

Rating

Dual 220-amp (optional)

Battery

Description

Group 65, maintenance-free, 750 CCA

 

Comments
  • Comment #1 (Posted by Robert)
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    Great article... thanks... Any idea on whether the Aisin and high torque engine will be offered in the 3500 SRW?..
     
  • Comment #2 (Posted by Robert Patton)
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    Robert, I thought the answer was clear, however rereading the press release and my summary of the data from Ram, I see that the data is very confusing. Thanks for the question.

    So, a phone call to the Ram PR folks helped clear up the answer.


    2500 gets the M6, engine 350/660
    68RFE, engine 370/800

    3500 SRW and DRW get the M6, engine350/660
    68RFE, engine 370/800

    The HO is optional with the Aisin AS69RC 385/850

    The 3500/4500/5500 cab and chassis get he M6 at 320/650

    The 3500/4500/5500 cab and chassis get the Aisin AS69RC at 325/750.

    Hope this clears things up a bit.
     
  • Comment #3 (Posted by Bill)
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    Thanks for the great write up and the additional information.

    Is it possible to find out what the gooseneck and fifth wheel prep packages consist of?

    IE: does the 5th wheel prep consist of a B&W type system or is there no actual hitches involved with the pre packages?

    Thanks
     
  • Comment #4 (Posted by rs2diesel)
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    Will the 2013 Ram 2500 have electric power steering vs engine driven???
     
  • Comment #5 (Posted by Robert)
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    Has there been any further specific info released on the new H.O. engine? Specifically, what changes and/or new components were introduced in order to attain the increased power? Camshaft, piston, cylinder head, injection pump?
     
  • Comment #6 (Posted by William Kane)
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    Can't hardley wait to get my new truck.
     
  • Comment #7 (Posted by Bill)
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    I ordered a 2013 Laramie 3500 DRW 4X4 today. In a few weeks, we shall know if it lives up to the hype...I fully expect that it will!
     
  • Comment #8 (Posted by Ben)
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    Thanks for all the great info.

    One question, will the srw have the upgraded rear axle and the 3 link front axle?
     
  • Comment #9 (Posted by Everflo)
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    Going to wait to order 2013.
    Thus far our fleet has had great success with the Urea system. Much improved over first gen system.
    Better fuel and reliability.
    Great to see pay load increases and haulers packages.
    The Ram fellas are watching good to see.
    New gen 5500 also better steering.
    Just cannot beat the overall reliability!
    Hands down a money maker for our fleet.
    Running 3500 DRW, 4500, and various 5500 (all 4x4)
    Conditions northern Canada Off road.
    -40'C winter to +30'C summer
     
  • Comment #10 (Posted by Humberto Alvarez)
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    Hi when are the ram 4500 crew can going to be available
     
  • Comment #11 (Posted by Connie)
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    Is the GPS available as an integral part of the Uconnect system and on a Ram 4500? According to this article it is. My dealer says no.
     
  • Comment #12 (Posted by Dana Schuman)
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    We just ordered a new 2013 Dodge 5500 Laramie - we ordered it with navagation on it - however it does not have it one it. Why? Can it be interegated into our 8.4 system that we have?
     
  • Comment #13 (Posted by Suebell)
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    What about fuel mllieage? City vs. Hwy? Is the HO cummins not a standard feature? Any word on the 2014 models?
     
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