Trailer Towing The purpose of this guide is to assist you in selecting the exact Dodge Truck you need for your particular application, and to help you make the best possible use of its capabilities. Did you know that most Dodge Trucks are capable of towing trailers up to 907 kilograms (2000 pounds) without added equipment or alterations to standard equipment?
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how To choose The righT vehicle for Towing Ram and Dakota Pickups and Durango and Nitro SUVs all offer an extremely diverse range of trailer towing capabilities. A wide variety of powertrain/axle ratio combinations and optional trailering packages assure the perfect vehicle for your trailer towing needs. Your Dodge Retailer can show you the various Trailer Tow Groups and other Heavy-Duty Groups available on Dodge Trucks to help you select the equipment that’s right for your towing needs.
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axle raTios made simPle definition: The axle ratio is the relationship between driveshaft revolutions and axle revolutions. It’s usually expressed as a numerical ratio, such as 3.00:1. The higher the axle ratio, the more engine revolutions are applied to move the load.
hiTch selecTion hitch Terminology hitch: Usually custom-designed for a specific model of towing vehicle. Rated for Loaded Trailer Weight and Tongue Weight. coupler: Part of the trailer. The socket must match the ball size. hitch Ball: Must match trailer coupler size and be rated to handle Gross Trailer Weight.
dodge ram Pickup boX DimEnsions short box Box Length – m (ft in.) 1.9 (6’ 4”) Number of Stake Pockets (per side) Maximum Length at Floor 1938 (76.3) Overall Length of Box 2047 (80.6) Front of Box to End of Open Tailgate 2535 (99.8) Open Tailgate...
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dodge dakota – Box dimensions Extended Cab 2.0 m (6' 6") BOX DIMEnSIOnS Cab to Pickup Box Maximum Length at Floor 2002 (78.8) Overall Length of Box 2097 (82.6) Front of Box to End of Open Tailgate 2547 (100.3) Open Tailgate Fuel Filler Door to Box Floor 173 (6.8)
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dodge nitro – Job rating charts nITRO 4x2 Engine & transmission 3.7L V6 w/ 16 in. wheels 3.7L V6 w/ 17 in. wheels nITRO 4x4 Engine & transmission 3.7L V6 w/ 16 in. wheels 3.7L V6 w/ 17 in. or 20 in.
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ABOUT THIS CATALOGUE: Since the time of printing, some of this information may have been updated. Ask your retailer for details before ordering. Some of the equipment shown or described throughout this catalogue is available at extra cost. Dodge is a registered trademark of Chrysler Canada Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of Chrysler LLC.
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Worksheet You will learn important information that will help you select the Dodge Truck that best suits your needs by answering the following 10 questions. For additional information, see your Dodge Retailer or visit dodge.ca. Fill out this worksheet and review it with your sales consultant while choosing your new vehicle. 1.