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I went to the Caravan Show on the weekend and the Dodge Ram 1500 was on display. Base model is $79.990:00 drive away. The Laramie is $114.990:00.
Tows 4.5tonne. Laramie is an impressive vehicle. The specifications are better than I expected. Cheaper than a Landcruiser Sahara etc. 5.7V8 3l diesel coming December. It will be interesting too see how sales go. Trim 5-Seater Crew Cab Luxury Leather Trim Interior Heated & Ventilated Front Seats Heated Rear Seats Heated Steering Wheel Convenience 8.4" UCONNECT Touchscreen Apple CarPlay™ Google Android Auto™ 7" Multi-view Cluster Alpine Sound System with 10 Speakers (inc. Subwoofer) Exterior Premium Chrome Grille, Bumpers, Badge Accents Wheel to Wheel Side Steps 20" Chrome Clad Aluminium Wheels Capability 5'7" Cargo Tub Up to 4.5 Tonne Max Braked Towing # with Trailer Brake Control (with 3.92 Axle ratio) 800Kg Payload † 98L Fuel Tank Capacity
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Which engine do you get on the base model, the 5.7 V8?
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No other option available at the present.
Possibly not a bad thing ? considering the bagging of the Ranger Raptor.
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Fortunately, finance or a kidney transplant takes longer than that..
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3l V6 diesel in December,
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And a decent wheelbase without the tub sticking out behind the back wheels unlike that TTT. Dodge and Chevy's are looking the business. It would be nice if Ford brought back some heavier vehicles into their range like the good old days. Do you know if a RAM duallie will be available.
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Yes, 4.5T would be good for gooseneck or 5ver.
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The GVM of 3450kg and maximum allowable axle weights of 1770kg are nowhere near high enough IMO.
I've had the GVM of my GU Patrol wagon upgraded to 3495kg, with a max rear axle load of 2000kg, and it's barely enough. I still have to watch I load.....
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But what about the fuel economy?
I wonder what is better value for money, the Ram 1500 or a Landcruiser 79 since they are pretty similar prices. If those weights are stock for the 1500 I wonder what it can be upgraded to. |
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As I'm not really a follower of modern pickups, I'm assuming the 5.9L Cummins 6cyl is long gone in the Ram. That always seemed to be it's biggest selling point?
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5.9 was upgraded to a 6.7 with a 6 speed auto in 2006. It’s in the 2500 and higher. Bigger frame, bigger axles, heavy duty suspension, bigger brakes etc.
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Factor in depreciation, resale value, reliability, dealer network, spare parts cost/availability and accessories. Toyota Landcruiser wins every day.
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Seeing heaps of Rams pulling massive caravans passing through here. Very popular with the grey nomads.
There's an F350 in town, it gets used to pull a big horse trailer. Apparently much better on fuel than the Landcruiser it replaced, and it looks a few years old, these newer beasts all seem much better again. |
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Don't get me wrong the 70 is fantastic at what it does, but the price is having a laugh. And people on here say manufactures selling Thai utes are price gouging. |
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Ahh, the memories..
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i personally think the RAM1500 will sell Well. & steal bit of Tojo's Thunder. |
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Hey, dumb question, why are these trucks referred to as half tonne/ 3 qtr tonne in the US, when the Thai Utes in Australia are 1 tonne??
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Saw a dual cab Ranger today leaving the quarry with 3/4 ton of gravel in the tray hanging off the back crabbing down the road with its front wheels bouncing in the air. Quite comical.
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My '76 F250 came with a factory upgraded suspension that put it over many stock F350s of the day. Couple of the few times I needed 1st gear. The only real concern I had with driving was braking. Kept the speed down, left room in front and grabbed gear when needed. |
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