The RAM 1500 TRX, the final version of the well-known US truck series, is priced at $ 199,950 by its official Australian dealer.
It was priced at about $ 200,000 for what RAM calls the world’s fastest mass production truck, with a time of 0-60 mph (0-97 km / h) of 4.5 seconds, a a quarter of a mile time of 12.9 seconds and a top speed of 190 km / h.
Although some specialist Australian conversion companies have imported TRX models privately for sale, this marks their debut through RAM Trucks Australia, the importer officially backed by US RAM.
The Melbourne Walkinshaw Automotive Group is converting the TRX from left-to-right driving, as with other RAM vehicles.
The TRX of the DT series works with a supercharged version of its world-famous Hemi V8, borrowed from vehicles such as the Dodge Charger Hellcat and which here produces 523 kW and 882 Nm.
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These powers are not only large increases over the 291 kW / 556 Nm offered by the normal 5.7-liter 5.7-liter Hemi V8 of the 1500, but also eclipse those of the new Ford Ranger Raptor. (The 292 kW / 583 kW 3.0L twin-turbo Raptor V6, however, is significantly cheaper at $ 85,490.)
The rest of the high-strength transmission includes an eight-speed TorqueFlite 8HP95 automatic gearbox and a full-time Borg Warner active transfer case to distribute all that power between the axles.
The TRX includes a large 29-liter air box that absorbs more than 30 liters of air per minute. Powered by double inlets (a hood shovel and through the top grille that includes an expanded Ram badge that shares the effort), the company says the air box filters dirt, sand, debris and water. to ensure that performance is not hampered.
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As with the Ranger Raptor and the F-150 Raptor, the Ram 1500 TRX is designed to be very fast both on and off the road.
The centerpiece of an all-new suspension is a set of large-piston, quick-response Bilstein Black Hawk e2 adaptive shock absorbers with electronically controlled valves and remote tanks.
The upper and lower control arms for the independent front suspension are constructed of forged aluminum, while at the rear there is a TRX-exclusive multi-link configuration combined with a Dana M250 floating solid axle with 3.55 gears : 1 and an electronic lock. differential.
RAM says the Dana axle allows 330 millimeters of wheel travel, 40% more than a normal 1500.
Every corner of the TRX is shod with exclusive 325/65 / R19 35-inch Goodyear Wrangler Territory all-terrain tires.
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The front axle was moved forward 20 mm to help accommodate the large wheels. Most of the TRX’s additional 203mm width over a normal 1500 is taken into account for its composite bell guards.
The RAM Desert Runner has been designed to deal with big jumps and big obstacles while offering good road handling.
The TRX frame, 75% new compared to other 1500 variants, is reinforced with thicker, high-strength steel to increase rigidity and durability.
There are an additional 50mm of free height to the ground (295mm) compared to the rest of the 1500 range, and the TRX includes no less than five protection plates to protect crucial components.
The maximum depth of wading is 812 mm.
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As with the Ranger Raptor, the RAM 1500 TRX includes a Low driving mode (among eight selections) to give you “the best desert performance”. The TRX’s driving modes allow the driver to adjust parameters such as transmission response, stability control, all-wheel drive system and adaptive dampers.
Jump detection is an additional feature that according to RAM can detect when the TRX is in the air and adjust damping rates, transfer case torque splitting, gear selection and other components to offer an optimal landing.
For slower, trickier terrain, a low 2.64: 1 range offers respectable crawling capability.
The TRX’s rear suspension design is said to offer better articulation than a crossbow arrangement without compromising transport and towing capabilities.
The 1500 TRX has a towing capacity with brakes of 3500 kilograms and a maximum payload of 767 kg.
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Inside, the interior of the TRX is based on the 1500 Limited focused on luxury, but with its own distinctive elements. The all-black interior mixes leather and suede, while incorporating carbon fiber inserts in areas such as the board.
An SRT steering wheel comes complete with long aluminum paddle shift levers.
A dedicated console on the left of the steering wheel groups the driving mode selector, the transfer box switches, and the launch control button.
The leather and suede upholstery is applied to the front and rear seats with heating and ventilation functions.
The only option offered on the TRX is a $ 10,000 panoramic roof.
The TRX’s 4.5- mph 0-60 mph time overshadows the claim of approximately 5.0 seconds of its 2004 predecessor, the Dodge RAM SRT-10. However, the two-door rear-wheel drive SRT-10, which was powered by an 8.3-liter V10 Dodge Viper and left-wheel drive only, had a top speed of 241 km / h.
RAM RANGE 1500 2022
1500 Express Quad Cab – $ 82,950 (Fourth Generation DS)
1500 Express Crew Cab – $ 95,950 (Fourth Generation DS)
RamBox 1500 Express Crew Cab – $ 100,450 (Fourth Generation DS)
1500 Warlock Crew Cab – $ 106,950 (Fourth Generation DS)
1500 Warlock Crew Cab RamBox – $ 111,950 (4th Generation D
1500 Laramie Crew Cab – $ 123,900 (5th Generation DT)
RamBox 1500 Laramie Crew Cab – $ 128,850 (5th Generation DT)
1500 Limited Crew Cab – $ 138,950 (5th Generation DT)
1500 RamBox Double Cabin Limited: $ 148,950 (5th Generation DT)
1500 TRX: $ 199,950 (5th generation DT)
* Prices do not include road costs