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1996 Dodge Ram Van Base 1500 109 WB
Trim Info:
Rear Wheel Drive, 1500 Cargo Van 109" WB
15 mpg city / 17 mpg hwy
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15 mpg city / 17 mpg hwy
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Technical Specifications
Technical Data
Body Style:
1500 Cargo Van 109" WB
Drivetrain:
Rear Wheel Drive
Passenger Capacity:
2
EPA Fuel Economy Est - City (MPG):
15
EPA Fuel Economy Est - Hwy (MPG):
17
Engine Type:
Gas V6
Displacement:
3.9L/239
Fuel System:
MPI
SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM:
175 @ 4800
SAE Net Torque @ RPM:
225 @ 3200
Trans Description Cont.:
Automatic,
Front Tire Size:
P235/75R15
Rear Tire Size:
P235/75R15
Spare Tire Size:
P235/75R15
Front Wheel Size (in):
15 x 6.5
Rear Wheel Size (in):
15 x 6.5
Front Wheel Material:
Steel
Rear Wheel Material:
Steel
Brake ABS System:
Rear-Wheel
Disc - Front (Yes or ):
Yes
Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx (gal):
35.0
Wheelbase (in):
109.6
Advanced Technical Data
Gross Axle Wt Rating - Front (lbs):
2904
Gross Axle Wt Rating - Rear (lbs):
2904
Curb Weight - Front (lbs):
2165
Curb Weight - Rear (lbs):
1700
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating Cap (lbs):
6010
Gross Combined Wt Rating (lbs):
7500
Dead Weight Hitch - Max Trailer Wt. (lbs):
2000
Dead Weight Hitch - Max Tongue Wt. (lbs):
200
Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Trailer Wt. (lbs):
3500
Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Tongue Wt. (lbs):
800
Fifth Wheel Hitch - Max Trailer Wt. (lbs):
N/A
Fifth Wheel Hitch - Max Tongue Wt. (lbs):
N/A
Engine Order Code:
EHC
Trans Order Code:
DGA
Trans Type:
3
Trans Description Cont. Again:
Electronic
First Gear Ratio (:1):
2.74
Second Gear Ratio (:1):
1.54
Third Gear Ratio (:1):
1.00
Fourth Gear Ratio (:1):
0.69
Reverse Ratio (:1):
2.20
Cold Cranking Amps @ 0° F (Primary):
600
Maximum Alternator Capacity (amps):
117
Maximum Alternator Watts:
1404
Total Cooling System Capacity (qts):
14.6
Engine Oil Cooler:
Yes
Frame Type:
Unitized Construction
Suspension Type - Front:
Coil
Suspension Type - Rear:
Multileaf
Spring Capacity - Front (lbs):
Computer Selected
Spring Capacity - Rear (lbs):
3620
Axle Type - Front:
Independent
Axle Type - Rear:
Semi-floating
Axle Capacity - Front (lbs):
3300
Axle Capacity - Rear (lbs):
3850
Axle Ratio (:1) - Rear:
3.21
Shock Absorber Diameter - Front (mm):
25.4
Shock Absorber Diameter - Rear (mm):
25.4
Front Tire Order Code:
TSC
Rear Tire Order Code:
TSC
Spare Tire Order Code:
TSC
Front Tire Capacity (lbs):
3970
Rear Tire Capacity (lbs):
3970
Spare Tire Capacity (lbs):
3970
Revolutions/Mile @ 45 mph - Front:
724
Revolutions/Mile @ 45 mph - Rear:
724
Revolutions/Mile @ 45 mph - Spare:
724
Spare Wheel Size (in):
15 x 6.5
Spare Wheel Material:
Steel
Steering Type:
Power Variable-assist
Turning Diameter - Curb to Curb (ft):
40.5
Brake Type:
Power Hydraulic
Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in):
11.75 x 1.25
Drum - Rear (Yes or ):
Yes
Rear Drum Diam x Width (in):
11.0 x 2.5
Front Head Room (in):
40.5
Length, Overall w/rear bumper (in):
187.2
Width, Max w/o mirrors (in):
79.8
Height, Overall (in):
79.5
Overhang, Front (in):
33.8
Overhang, Rear w/bumper (in):
43.8
Ground to Top of Load Floor (in):
24.9
Ground Clearance, Front (in):
6.8
Ground Clearance, Rear (in):
7.4
Rear Door Type:
Swing-out Double
Rear Door Opening Height (in):
47.5
Rear Door Opening Width (in):
49.5
Side Door Type:
Swing-out Double
Side Door Opening Height (in):
47.2
Side Door Opening Width (in):
49.3
Step Up Height - Front (in):
19.3
Step Up Height - Side (in):
19.3
Cargo Area Length @ Floor to Console (in):
119.6
Cargo Area Length @ Floor to Seat 1 (in):
91.2
Cargo Area Width @ Beltline (in):
72.2
Cargo Box Width @ Wheelhousings (in):
50.0
Cargo Box (Area) Height (in):
53.2
Cargo Volume (ft³):
206.6
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