2012 Ram 2500 and 3500 Heavy Duty Trucks from Landmark, your Atlanta Ram Truck Dealer

Landmark Dodge in Morrow, Georgia is an Atlanta Ram truck dealership that has the best prices, largest selection and personal service that you are looking for. If you're looking for a Ram Heavy Duty truck in the Atlanta area, looking for a Ram 2500 or Ram 3500 truck, you need to consider Landmark - in business for over 25 years as an area new truck dealer.

The new Ram Heavy Duty trucks bring increased capability and innovative new features to the heavy-duty segment with all-new styling, an all-new crew-size cab and a pair of legendary engines: the 6.7L Cummins Turbo Diesel with 350 horsepower, produces 650 lb. ft. torque and the most powerful standard engine in the segment, the 383 horsepower 5.7L Hemi V-8 at 400 lb.-ft. torque.

Dodge Ram Heavy Duty pickup trucks offer “big rig” styling, power and capability. With an uncompromising attitude that remains the standard for all full-size heavy-duty pickups, Ram Heavy Duty trucks deliver the performance and amenities customers demand.

MotorTrend® 2010 Truck of the Year®

The Ram Heavy Duty was unanimously voted 2010 Truck of the Year by the MOTOR TREND judges after an exhaustive evaluation process that included a full range of performance tests, on-road driving, and attribute-based tests. The Ram Heavy Duty's stylish exterior, quiet and comfortable interior, efficient powertrains, impressive capability, and great value impressed the MOTOR TREND team.

"No automotive segment has been left untouched by the economic downturn, but the truck market has been especially hard hit," said Angus MacKenzie, MOTOR TREND editor-in-chief. "With many casual personal use truck buyers having deserted the market, the industry been forced to tightly focus its products on the specific needs of truck users."

The Ram range includes the 2500 and 3500 models, available with a variety of cab and bed configurations, and towing and payload capacities. The Ram 3500's towing capacity is 17,500 pounds, and as the testers at this year's Truck of the Year discovered, towing a large boat is very easy. The judges were also impressed by the Ram Heavy Duty's Cummins diesel engine, which delivers 350hp and 650lb-ft of torque while meeting 50-state exhaust emissions standards without the need for the expensive urea after-treatment required by rival diesels.

"Despite the crimp in sales, there is still demand for heavy duty pickups ready to do the hard work. Many truck buyers still need the extreme capabilities of a heavy duty pickup truck," said MacKenzie. "For them, hauling 20,000 pounds of cargo is part of everyday life. Much of what is so impressive about the Ram Heavy Duty is not only how easily it does all the tasks it's built for, but also how easy it is on the driver. The Ram is quieter, more comfortable and people-friendly than before without sacrificing its considerable capability."

The New Crew

The 2010 Dodge Ram Heavy Duty is available for the first time in a crew-size cab model–providing Dodge with a formidable entry in the highest volume part of the heavy-duty pickup segment (approximately 50 percent). The ride greatly improved over previous generation with re-tuned suspension components. New C-pillar with fluid-filled hydro mounts improves driving dynamics while handling of fully loaded vehicle greatly improved over previous generation with new suspension tuning. C-pillar hydro mounts were added to improve damping through the frame-bending mode frequency in order to better manage shake and after-shake response. The result is reduced shake and improved ride.

6.7 Liter Cummins Turbo Diesel

Choice of legendary diesel- and gasoline-fueled powerplants: 6.7-liter Cummins® Turbo Diesel produces 350 horsepower (261 kW) at 3,000 rpm and 650 lb-ft. of torque (881 N·m) at only 1,500 rpm. The 6.7L meets the most stringent of 50-state emission requirements and includes a segment- exclusive standard exhaust brake. The 6.7 Cummins turbodiesel adds a new particulate feature that slashes nitrides of oxygen by 90%.

The diesel pickups can be equipped with a G56 six-speed manual transmission with an extra-low first gear ratio, or the 68RFE six-speed automatic that now includes Electronic Range Select, so the driver can limit the highest gear and make manual up- and down-shifts.

Maintenance for the Cummins engine includes 7,500 mile oil changes and overhauls at 350,000 miles (100,000 miles more than Ford or GM). It includes an exhaust brake, a major safety feature and unique in this segment the exhaust brake is a $3,500 value and provides additional savings with lower brake maintenance. A B20 (biodiesel 20%) version is available for fleet buyers.

5.7 Liter Hemi V8

The 5.7-liter HEMI® V-8 delivers 383 horsepower (286 kW) at 5,600 rpm and 400 lb.-ft. of torque (542 N·m) at 4,000 rpm and features variable-valve timing for greater efficiency and performance. The extra HP and torque partly due to extra underhood space which makes exhaust routing easier. Gas mileage on the 3500 Hemi is up 4%, too. The 545RFE five-speed automatic is the only transmission available with the Hemi; it too has Electronic Range Select.

Heavy Duty Hauling Numbers

Ram 3500 with dual rear wheels, diesel engine, automatic transmission and 4.10 rear axle has an increased Gross Combined Weight Rating (GCWR) of 24,500 pounds from 24,000 pounds (increase of 500 lbs.) With Max Tow Package, GCWR increases to 25,400 pounds(late availability). Ram Heavy Duty 3500 offers superior towing capability at 17,600 pounds and a maximum payload of 5,150 pounds. Ram Heavy Duty 2500 Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) increases to 9,600 pounds from 9,000 lbs., a 600 lb. increase on crew cab and Mega Cab 4x4 models equipped with the Cummins Turbo Diesel engine.

Increased front Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) of 5,500 pounds on 4x4 models equipped with the 6.7-liter Cummins Turbo Diesel engine allows for more front-weight carrying capability, including greater snowplow weights. A Class IV receiver is standard.

4x4s get one of two transfer cases: the manual NV271 unit (ST and Power Wagon) or the electric, shift-on-the-fly NV273 case. Axle ratios are 3.42, 3.73, 4.10 or 4.56.

Innovative Features and Space

Premium front seats with heat and ventilation; heated rear seats; heated steering wheel; automatic temperature control; two-tone upholstery; memory seats, radio and mirrors; navigation; adjustable pedals and numerous infotainment options, including SIRIUS Backseat TV with three channels of programming, Uconnect Multimedia with a 30-gigabyte hard drive and an available first-in-segment 10-speaker surround- sound system.Integrated trailer brake controller B20 package available to fleet customers only

Three Cab Styles and Five Trim Levels

Numerous storage options, including in-floor storage Offered in three cab styles (regular cab, crew-size cab and Mega Cab) and two cargo-box sizes (6 foot 4 inches and 8 foot), single-and dual-rear-wheel configurations Available in five distinct trim levels–ST, SLT (includes Lone Star and Big Horn), TRX, Laramie and Power Wagon Exterior styling differentiates light-duty and heavy-duty models with unique grille, hood and bumpers. The grille, hood, and bumpers are unique to the heavy duty line, but reflect the 2009 light duty Ram with a chromed lean-forward grille; the hood is taller hood for more cooling capacity.

Large external mirrors are new for 2010, giving drivers a more useable area while improving aerodynamics and minimizing wind noise. Depending on trim level, mirrors are finished in black, or black and chrome and equipped with turn-signal indicators, memory function, puddle lamps and adjustable convex mirrors. The larger, 7-in. x 11-in. mirror for trailer towing is standard. These mirrors flip up and out into a vertical configuration for trailer tow use.

The new 2010 Dodge Ram Heavy-Duty grille includes a chromed surround with either black center bullets (ST, SLT and Power Wagon models) or chromed center billets (Laramie, Big Horn and Lone Star models). Dodge Ram 2500 and 3500 TRX models feature a body-color surround with black center billets. The grille is body-mounted, while the bumper is frame-mounted.

To accommodate cooling requirements of the 6.7-liter Cummins Turbo Diesel engine (with a take-rate of 90 percent), the new 2010 Dodge Ram Heavy-Duty grille opening is larger than the light-duty grille. The larger grille requires a taller hood that incorporates “louvers” on each side. Access to the front winch (on Power Wagon models) and tow hooks led to the unique front-bumper design.

Suspension

Engineered to deliver precise feel and response for better handling, the new 2010 Dodge Ram Chassis Cab’s steering and suspension system boast superb strength with a focus on improved load capacity, increased durability and refined handling. Two-wheel-drive and four-wheel-drive models feature a recirculating ball system that provides precise response and an on-center steering feel through lower internal friction.

Featuring solid front and rear axles, and a five-link, coil-spring front suspension with solid axle, a front and rear link-type sway bar and heavy-duty tubular shock absorbers are standard. The rear suspension on two- and four-wheel-drive models is equipped with leaf springs and includes standard two-stage springs as part of the design for greater load-carrying capability and better ride with light loads.

Aerodynamics

The tailgate is sculpted for better air flow, incorporating a spoiler in the upper part of the sheet metal. This tailgate also accommodates an available back-up camera for convenient trailer hook-ups and includes a lift-assist feature that makes raising and lowering a one-hand operation. Standard bedrail protection is included with both the 6-foot-4-inch. and 8-foot cargo boxes. The boxes now feature bedrail caps that protect sheet metal from dents and scratching.

External mirrors are sculpted to produce a more useable area, with aerodynamic benefit and less noise. Mirrors are equipped with turn-signal indicators, memory function, puddle lamps and adjustable convex mirrors. Depending on trim level, mirrors are finished in black, or black and chrome. The larger 7-in. x 11-in. mirror for trailer towing is standard on 3500 models and available on 2500 pickups. These mirrors flip up and out into a vertical configuration for trailer-tow use. Front fenders and headlamps of the new 2010 Dodge Ram 2500 and 3500 are shared with light-duty pickup models.

Front and rear doors follow the style pioneered by the 2009 Dodge Ram 1500 – a design that places the door cut to the side of the truck, rather than into the roof, in order to reduce wind noise and weight.

Dual-rear-wheel fenders (3500 Dually only) are new for 2010 and have improved aerodynamics.

Dodge Power Wagon and Mega Cab

The Dodge Ram Power Wagon returns for the 2010 model year. Equipped with electric-locking front and rear differentials, electronic disconnecting sway bar, Bilstein shocks, 32-inch BF Goodrich off-road tires, underbody skid plate protection, 4.56 axle ratio for hill climbing and a custom-built Warn® 12,000-lb. winch is accessible through the front bumper.

According to the original factory literature, the new 2010 Dodge 2500 and 3500 Mega Cab models retain their title of best-in-class interior room in the segment – including the largest, longest cab (143.2 cubic feet,111.1 inches long); largest interior cargo volume (72.2 cubic feet); largest cargo volume behind rear seat (7.7 cubic feet); largest flat-floor load area (16.8 square feet); largest second-row leg room (44.2 inches); largest rear-door opening (34.5 inches wide, 35.5 inches high); largest rear-door open angle 85 degrees); and first-ever reclining rear seats (22- to 37-degree seat-back angle).

Safety features

• Advanced antilock brakes modulate the four brakes individually
• Auto-reverse windows automatically move windows down when they hit something on their way up
• The Ram 3500 has Brake Assist, applying extra brake power when a panic stop is detected
• Load-limiting retractors have a two-stage system to limit maximum force on the seat belts
• Steering columns have two hydroformed coaxial tubes that move relative to each other in order to allow the column to move forward for enhanced energy-absorption during an impact
• In an accident, the interior lights are turned on and doors unlocked for rescue people
• Front seat belts are height adjustable
• New pillars are designed to limit head impact force
• Power adjustable pedals to avoid accidents
• Front-passenger air bag that uses unique shape, venting, folding patterns, advanced inflators or a combination of these four technologies to position and inflate the restraint properly for a belted passenger, while also meeting federal safety requirements for out-of-position, small occupants and rear-facing infant seats.
• Ultrasonic rear parking alert assists at low speeds in Reverse to detect stationary objects. Consists of visible (interior lights seen with rearview mirror) and audible warnings for the driver.

Landmark Dodge Should Be Your Atlanta Ram Heavy Duty Truck Dealer

The 2010 Ram Heavy Duty Trucks are a standout in every way and the Georgia Giant is too. Nobody Beats the Giant for an outstanding selection and huge savings on these tough, hard-hitting, reliable vehicles. Landmark Dodge should be your Atlanta Ram Truck dealer. If you're in the Atlanta, Georgia area, you owe it to yourself to check-out Landmark’s large Ram 2500 and Ram 3500 truck selection. Drive one home today with Landmark’s unbeatable Ram truck deals. Click the "Ask the Giant" button on the right to ask any questions about Ram Heavy Duty trucks. Click the "Quick Quote" button to request a price quote. Or call us at 888-442-1182.