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1997 Dodge Dakota Reg. Cab 8-ft. Bed 2WD as selected, not confirmed by the VIN

1B7FL26X0VS129059
3.9L V6 OHV 12V
Engine
5-Speed Manual Overdrive or 4-Speed Automatic Overdrive
Transmission
RWD
Drive
UNITED STATES
Built in
No factory image on file
1997 Dodge Dakota

VIN Breakdown

SegmentCodeMeaning
WMI · World Mfr ID 1B7 Dodge · North America · United States
VDS · Descriptor FL26X Dakota Reg. Cab 8-ft. Bed 2WD
VIS · Vehicle ID 0VS129059 1997 · Serial 129059

Basic Information

MakeDodge
ModelDakota
Year1997
TrimReg. Cab 8-ft. Bed 2WD
Body StyleREGULAR CAB PICKUP 2-DR
Doors2
ManufacturerDodge
CountryUNITED STATES

Engine & Performance

Engine3.9L V6 OHV 12V
Transmission5-Speed Manual Overdrive or 4-Speed Automatic Overdrive
Drive TypeRWD
Plant CodeS
Serial Number129059

Possible Trims for This VIN

This VIN's pattern doesn't narrow down the trim level. It could be any of the following — the differences below are the only ones we can tell from the VIN.

  • Reg. Cab 6-ft. Bed 2WD
    MSRP $12,725 · Wheelbase 111.90 · Overall Length 195.80, +8 more
    View this trim →
  • Reg. Cab 8-ft. Bed 2WD
    shown above
    MSRP $13,185 · Wheelbase 123.90 · Overall Length 215.10, +8 more

Basic Information

Model Year 1997
Make Dodge
Model Dakota
Trim Level Reg. Cab 8-ft. Bed 2WD

Engine & Performance

SAE Net Torque @ RPM 145 @ 3400
Fuel System MPI
Displacement 2.5L/150
SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM 120 @ 5200
Engine Type 3.9L V6 OHV 12V

Transmission & Drivetrain

Transmission-short
Transmission-long
Driveline RWD

Dimensions & Weight

Curb Weight-automatic 3353
Overall Length 215.10
Overall Width 71.50
Overall Height 65.30
Wheelbase 123.90
Cargo Length 96.00
Width at Wheelwell 44.70
Width at Wall 59.30
Standard Seating 3
Optional Seating 2
Standard Towing 2000
Maximum Towing 6700
Standard Payload 1250
Maximum Payload 2600
Curb Weight - Rear (lbs) 1421
Height, Overall (in) 65.6
Width, Max w/o mirrors (in) 71.5
Wheelbase (in) 111.9
Curb Weight - Front (lbs) 1852

Features & Options

Power Door Locks Optional
Air Conditioning Optional
Cruise Control Optional
Cassette Player Standard
CD Player Optional
Alloy Wheels Optional
Power Windows Optional

Fuel & Economy

Tank 15.00
Fuel Economy-city 14 - 20
Fuel Economy-highway 18 - 25
EPA Fuel Economy Est - City (MPG) 20
EPA Fuel Economy Est - Hwy (MPG) 25

Safety & Braking

Anti-Brake System
Front Brake Type Disc
Rear Brake Type Drum
ABS Brakes Optional
Driver Airbag Standard
Passenger Airbag Standard

Suspension & Handling

Steering Type Rack & Pinion
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 REGULAR CAB PICKUP 2-DR
Turning Diameter 39.40
Tires 215/75R15
Front Headroom 40.00
Front Legroom 41.90
Front Shoulder Room 58.10
Front Hip Room 56.70
Ground Clearance 8.40
Track Front 60.50
Track Rear 61.50
Depth 17.50
Standard GVWR 4603
Maximum GVWR 5953
MSRP $13,185
Dealer Invoice $12,003
Tachometer Optional
Full Size Spare Tire Standard
Front Tire Size P215/75R15
Rear Tire Size P215/75R15
Gross Combined Wt Rating (lbs) 5400
Front Wheel Size (in) 15 x 7.0
Ground Clearance, Front (in) 8.4
Ground Clearance, Rear (in) 7.8
Body Code 112" WB
Rear Wheel Size (in) 15 x 7.0

Pattern Information

Pattern1B7FL26X V
WMI 1B7 (United States, North America)