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ALL-NEW 2011 RAM 3500 / 4500 / 5500 CHASSIS CABS

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2011 RAM 3500 / 4500 / 5500 CHASSIS CABS OVERVIEW

Optional features include electronic gear select for improved towing performance, best-in-class
GCWR of 26,000 lbs on Ram 3500, heated and ventilated seats, heated second-row seats, heated
steering wheel, one-touch front windows, signal mirrors with puddle lamps, power inverter,
upper and lower glove-box doors, driver and passenger power lumbar, automatic dual-temper-
ature controls, integrated trailer-brake controller, navigation system with traffic-alert feature,
soft upper instrument panel, and memory system for seats, radio, mirrors and pedals (3500).

Dodge’s “new crew” of trucks are built on a road-tested, proven commercial-grade frame and
suspension system with best-in-class frame steel strength (50,000-psi). Maintaining its
common architecture for commercial applications, the one-piece C-channel rear-frame rail’s
riveted crossmembers provide more durability than traditional welds or bolts. In addition, rivets
allow for easy removal and/or replacement of components during upfits and modifications.

Maximum upfit-friendliness is achieved with industry-standard 34-inch frame-rail spacing and
flat, clean frame rails on a proven one-piece C-channel rear-frame rail boasting 50,000-psi steel
strength (best-in-class for 3500 model). All chassis components are below the frame surface
allowing easy adaptability and versatility for virtually any upfit application.

Further improving upfitter-friendliness, new 2011 Ram 3500, 4500 and 5500 Chassis Cabs now
feature four all-new upfitter switches integrated on the instrument panel.

Each of these four upfitter switches are linked to an auxiliary Power Distribution Center (PDC)
located under the hood, which includes one fused 20-amp battery feed and one fused relay-
controlled 20-amp ignition.

A special capped auxiliary fuel line on the fuel tank makes upfitting even easier, facilitating the
use of auxiliary equipment running on fuel. The fuel filler is routed through the frame and an
optional 22-gallon mid-ship fuel tank frees up more space behind the rear axle for special upfit
applications. Fuel and brake lines are routed together on the frame’s driver side to make
better use of space along the frame, which also provides clearance for rear-exhaust routing.

Both standard and optional fuel tanks feature a through-the-frame fuel filler (external on
the mid-ship tank), which allows virtually any upfit without the need for additional modification.
In addition, the vehicle’s Diesel Exhaust Fluid system (DEF) is smartly placed in unused space,
out of the way and under the cab for added upfitter convenience.

The legendary, proven 6.7-liter Cummins High-Output Turbo Diesel is the benchmark for
reliability and performance. The engine, optional on Ram 3500 models and standard on 4500
and 5500 models, generates 305 horsepower (227 kW) at 2,900 rpm and 610 lb.-ft. (827 N•m)
of torque at 1,600 rpm. Inherently reliable with fewer moving parts than competitive V-8 diesel
engines, the Cummins engine delivers best-in-class fuel economy (4500 and 5500 models) and
ensures commercial capability, durability and low cost of ownership. With the Cummins 6.7-liter
Turbo Diesel, an optional 3.42 axle ratio is available on the 2011 Ram 3500 Chassis Cab for
improved fuel economy. Customers with serious trailer-tow needs will enjoy Ram 3500’s new
optional 26,000 lb GCWR – on 6.7-liter diesel manual trucks with a 4.10 axle ratio.

The 6.7-liter Cummins features a factory-installed segment-exclusive exhaust brake. The
Cummins design works with the Variable Geometry Turbocharger (VGT) and offers multiple
benefits including reduced brake wear and longer brake life which may lengthen service
intervals, and enhanced safety benefits including increased braking effectiveness and greater
control of the vehicle.

The 6.7-liter engine is cleaner with a reduction in particulates and nitrogen oxide (NOx) that
comply with both 50-state heavy-duty emission standards and 2010 diesel emissions
compliance thanks to an all-new diesel exhaust fluid injection system with urea injection
Selective Catalyst Reduction (SCR) technology.

Cummins diesel-equipped chassis cabs are in full compliance with stringent new emissions-
at-idle laws, with the distinction that Ram is the only manufacturer to offer a 50-state
emissions package and exterior label allowing drivers to idle without time restrictions in California
and other Air Resource Board (ARB) states. This is a no-cost option.

In addition, new 2011 Ram transmissions include Electronic Range (gear) Select, which enables
the driver to manually limit the highest available transmission gear, allowing manual upshifts and
downshifts based on road speed and engine speed. A tow/haul-mode switch enhances tow
capability while towing.

• Six-speed automatic and manual

transmission with Power Take-off
(PTO) capability

• Diesel engine base alternator

increased to 180 amps from
136 amps

• Comprehensive commercial-grade

service and support with Body
Builder Guide and hotline support
from engineering team

• B20 package available to fleet

customers only

SAFETY AND SECURITY

More than 25 safety and
security features including:

• Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)

• Four-wheel Anti-lock-brake