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1997 Dodge Ram 1500 WS Reg. Cab 8-ft. Bed 2WD as selected, not confirmed by the VIN

1B7HC16X2VS117563
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 Ram 1500

VIN Breakdown

SegmentCodeMeaning
WMI · World Mfr ID 1B7 Dodge · North America · United States
VDS · Descriptor HC16X Ram 1500 WS Reg. Cab 8-ft. Bed 2WD
VIS · Vehicle ID 2VS117563 1997 · Serial 117563

Basic Information

MakeDodge
ModelRam 1500
Year1997
TrimWS Reg. 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 Number117563

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.

  • LT Reg. Cab 6.5-ft. Bed 2WD
    MSRP $15,880 · Wheelbase 118.70 · Overall Length 204.10, +16 more
    View this trim →
  • LT Reg. Cab 8-ft. Bed 2WD
    MSRP $16,165 · Wheelbase 134.70 · Overall Length 224.10, +16 more
    View this trim →
  • WS Reg. Cab 6.5-ft. Bed 2WD
    MSRP $14,075 · Wheelbase 118.70 · Overall Length 204.10, +15 more
    View this trim →
  • WS Reg. Cab 8-ft. Bed 2WD
    shown above
    MSRP $14,345 · Wheelbase 134.70 · Overall Length 224.10, +15 more

Basic Information

Model Year 1997
Make Dodge
Model Ram 1500
Trim Level WS Reg. Cab 8-ft. Bed 2WD

Engine & Performance

SAE Net Torque @ RPM 230 @ 3200
Displacement 3.9L/239
SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM 175 @ 4800
Fuel System MPI
Engine Type 3.9L V6 OHV 12V

Transmission & Drivetrain

Transmission-short
Transmission-long
Driveline RWD

Dimensions & Weight

Curb Weight-automatic 4305
Curb Weight-manual 4323
Overall Length 224.10
Overall Width 79.30
Overall Height 71.80
Wheelbase 134.70
Cargo Length 97.50
Width at Wheelwell 50.00
Width at Wall 64.20
Standard Seating 3
Maximum Towing 3300
Standard Payload 1705
Maximum Payload 1705
Height, Overall (in) 71.8
Wheelbase (in) 134.7
Width, Max w/o mirrors (in) 79.3
Curb Weight - Rear (lbs) 1680
Curb Weight - Front (lbs) 2545

Features & Options

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

Fuel & Economy

Tank 35.00
Fuel Economy-city 15
Fuel Economy-highway 19 - 21
EPA Fuel Economy Est - City (MPG) 15
EPA Fuel Economy Est - Hwy (MPG) 21

Safety & Braking

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

Suspension & Handling

Steering Type Recirc
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 45.20
Tires 225/75R16
Front Headroom 40.20
Front Legroom 41.00
Front Shoulder Room 66.00
Front Hip Room 65.60
Ground Clearance 7.60
Track Front 66.90
Track Rear 66.90
Depth 19.40
Passenger Volume 62.80
Standard GVWR 6010
Maximum GVWR 6010
MSRP $14,345
Dealer Invoice $13,109
Tachometer Optional
Full Size Spare Tire Standard
Front Wheel Size (in) 16 x 7.0
Rear Wheel Size (in) 16 x 7.0
Ground Clearance, Rear (in) 7.6
Ground Clearance, Front (in) 8.8
Front Tire Size P225/75R16
Rear Tire Size P225/75R16
Gross Combined Wt Rating (lbs) 7800
Body Code 119" WB

Pattern Information

Pattern1B7HC16X V
WMI 1B7 (United States, North America)