1997 Dodge Ram 3500 LT Reg. Cab 8-ft. Bed 2WD
1B6MC36D4VJ540509
5.9L L6 OHV 24V TURBO DIESEL
Engine
RWD
Drive
Diesel
Fuel
UNITED STATES
Built in
No factory image on file
1997 Dodge Ram 3500
VIN Breakdown
| Segment | Code | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| WMI · World Mfr ID | 1B6 | Dodge · North America · United States |
| VDS · Descriptor | MC36D | Ram 3500 LT Reg. Cab 8-ft. Bed 2WD |
| VIS · Vehicle ID | 4VJ540509 | 1997 · Serial 540509 |
Basic Information
MakeDodge
ModelRam 3500
Year1997
TrimLT Reg. Cab 8-ft. Bed 2WD
Body StyleCHASSIS AND CAB
ManufacturerDodge
CountryUNITED STATES
Engine & Performance
Engine5.9L L6 OHV 24V TURBO DIESEL
Drive TypeRWD
Fuel TypeDiesel
Plant CodeJ
Serial Number540509
Basic Information
Model Year
1997
Make
Dodge
Model
Ram 3500
Trim Level
LT Reg. Cab 8-ft. Bed 2WD
Engine & Performance
SAE Net Torque @ RPM
330 @ 3000
Displacement
5.9L/360
SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM
235 @ 4000
Fuel System
MPI
Engine Type
5.9L L6 OHV 24V TURBO DIESEL
Transmission & Drivetrain
Transmission-short
Transmission-long
Driveline
RWD
Dimensions & Weight
Curb Weight-automatic
5390
Curb Weight-manual
5424
Overall Length
224.10
Overall Width
93.80
Overall Height
73.00
Wheelbase
134.70
Cargo Length
97.50
Width at Wheelwell
50.00
Width at Wall
64.20
Standard Seating
3
Standard Towing
2000
Maximum Towing
14100
Standard Payload
5110
Maximum Payload
5110
Width, Max w/o mirrors (in)
86.6
Curb Weight - Front (lbs)
3200
Height, Overall (in)
77.3
Wheelbase (in)
162.7
Curb Weight - Rear (lbs)
2180
Features & Options
Power Door Locks
Optional
Air Conditioning
Optional
Cruise Control
Optional
Cassette Player
Standard
CD Player
Optional
Driver Multi-Adjustable Power Seat
Optional
Leather Seat
Optional
Alloy Wheels
Optional
Power Windows
Optional
Fuel & Economy
Tank
35.00
Safety & Braking
Anti-Brake System
Front Brake Type
Disc
Rear Brake Type
Drum
ABS Brakes
Standard
Driver Airbag
Standard
Suspension & Handling
Steering Type
Recirc
Front Suspension
Independent
Rear Suspension
Live
Front Spring Type
Coil
Rear Spring Type
Leaf
Tilt Steering
Optional
Other Specifications
Manufactured in
UNITED STATES
Body Style
CHASSIS AND CAB
Turning Diameter
45.40
Tires
215/85R16
Front Headroom
40.20
Front Legroom
41.00
Front Shoulder Room
66.00
Front Hip Room
65.60
Ground Clearance
8.40
Track Front
69.80
Track Rear
73.00
Depth
19.40
Passenger Volume
62.80
Standard GVWR
10500
Maximum GVWR
10500
MSRP
$20,255
Dealer Invoice
$17,702
Tachometer
Optional
Full Size Spare Tire
Standard
Gross Combined Wt Rating (lbs)
15,000
Ground Clearance, Front (in)
15.2
Rear Wheel Size (in)
16 x 6.0
Ground Clearance, Rear (in)
9.0
Body Code
138.7" WB
Front Wheel Size (in)
16 x 6.0
Rear Tire Size
LT215/85R16E
Front Tire Size
LT215/85R16E
Pattern Information
Pattern1B6MC36D V
WMI
1B6 (United States, North America)