By Rebecca Sippel
The 2017 Ram 2500 sets itself apart from other vehicles with best-in-class max gas towing of 16,320 pounds and a max gas payload of 3,990 pounds. Other features include available class-exclusive rear auto-level air suspension and class-exclusive five-link coil rear coil suspension.
Unlike other pickup-trucks, drivers do not have to sacrifice comfort for capability in the 2017 Ram 2500. The vehicle includes versatile seating options for optimum passenger comfort and multiple storage solutions, like under-seat storage space and rear in-floor storage bins.
Ram states that their trucks are meant to last thanks to over 40,000 hours of vehicle testing in various harsh scenarios and conditions on and off road. Such testing payed off as, when faced against some of the highest-ranked trucks, the 2017 Ram 2500 came out on top.
In Motor Trend’s pickup truck comparison between Chevrolet Colorado ZR2 and Ford F-150 Raptor, the Ram 2500 placed first when tested on Canada’s Trans-Labrador Highway.
“The Ram 2500 Power Wagon is a truck that oozes confidence. With its beefy two-speed transfer case, locking diffs, disconnecting anti-roll bars, and winch, it’s a truck that doesn’t shy away from obstacles. You’re always looking for what’s next, and you know the Ram can handle it,” according to motortrend.com.
Ram assures drivers that their truck will stand the test of time with unsurpassed 5-year 100,00 mile diesel powertrain limited warranty as well as unsurpassed 5-year 60,000 mile gas power train limited warranty.
Christian Seabaugh, associate editor for Motor Trend, said the Ram 2500 could handle any terrain the 774.66 mile, Trans-Labrador Highway had to offer.
“The Power Wagon always grips no matter what stands in its path,” said Seabaugh. “Focus on your line. The Ram has everything else handled.