First and Second Generations
| Also called | Plymouth Trailduster (1974–1981) |
|---|---|
| Production | 1974–1980 |
| Platform | Chrysler AD platform |
| Engine | 225 cu in (3.7 L) I6 318 cu in (5.2 L) V8 360 cu in (5.9 L) V8 440 cu in (7.2 L) V8 |
| Transmission | 4-speed manual 3-speed TorqueFlite automatic |
| Related | Dodge D Series Dodge Ram |
| Production | 1981–1993 (1988–1996 In Mexico) |
|---|---|
| Platform | Chrysler AD platform |
| Engine | 318 cu in (5.2 L) V8 360 cu in (5.9 L) V8 |
| Transmission | 3-speed automatic 4-speed manual |
| Wheelbase | 106.0 in (2,692 mm) |
| Length | 1988–1990: 184.6 in (4,689 mm) 1991-93: 188.0 in (4,775 mm) |
| Width | 79.5 in (2,019 mm) |
| Height | 1988–1990 2WD: 69.7 in (1,770 mm) 1988–1990 4WD: 73.1 in (1,857 mm) 1991-93 4WD: 74.1 in (1,882 mm) 1991-93 2WD: 70.6 in (1,793 mm) |
| Related | Dodge Ram |
The Ramcharger was primarily produced as a full-time four wheel drive vehicle, although a two wheel drive version was available starting in 1975. During development, it was known as the "Rhino". 1974 through 1980 models have a removable hard top, although dealer-installed soft tops were available. The first year model differs from the others in that its door pillars are attached to the removable roof.
Like many vehicles, the Ramcharger was used in rallying, although its use was very limited. It did have some success, as demonstrated by achieving first place at Sno*Drift in 1975. In 1978 and 1979 the 360 CID's horsepower was bumped up to 195 horsepower (145 kW). 1978 was the last year for the 440 CID, which by then only put out 215 horsepower (160 kW).
The Ramcharger and Trailduster followed the D-series pickup's 1981 redesign into the Ram and is considered the second generation. These models had a non-removable welded steel top instead of the removable top. The Trailduster was only available for one year with the Ram design and steel non-removable top, as it was dropped after 1981.
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