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1997 Dodge Ram 2500 Trim not encoded · 2 possible

3B7KC23Z4VM539554
5.9L V8 OHV 16V
Engine
RWD
Drive
Gasoline
Fuel
Mexico
Built in
No factory image on file
1997 Dodge Ram 2500

VIN Breakdown

SegmentCodeMeaning
WMI · World Mfr ID 3B7 Dodge · North America · Mexico
VDS · Descriptor KC23Z Ram 2500
VIS · Vehicle ID 4VM539554 1997 · Serial 539554

Basic Information

MakeDodge
ModelRam 2500
Year1997
Body StyleEXTENDED CAB PICKUP 2-DR
Doors2
ManufacturerDodge
CountryMexico

Engine & Performance

Engine5.9L V8 OHV 16V
Drive TypeRWD
Fuel TypeGasoline
Serial Number539554

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.

  • ST Club Cab 6.5-ft. Bed 2WD
    MSRP $20,775 · Wheelbase 138.70 · Overall Length 224.10, +10 more
    View this trim →
  • ST Club Cab 8-ft. Bed 2WD
    MSRP $20,980 · Wheelbase 154.70 · Overall Length 244.10, +10 more
    View this trim →

Basic Information

Model Year 1997
Make Dodge
Model Ram 2500
Trim Level ST Club Cab 6.5-ft. Bed 2WD or ST Club Cab 8-ft. Bed 2WD

Engine & Performance

Displacement 5.9L/360
SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM 235 @ 4000
Fuel System MPI
SAE Net Torque @ RPM 330 @ 3000
Engine Type 5.9L V8 OHV 16V

Transmission & Drivetrain

Transmission-short
Transmission-long
Driveline RWD

Dimensions & Weight

Curb Weight-automatic 4985 or 5105
Curb Weight-manual 5019 or 5139
Overall Length 224.10 or 244.10
Overall Width 79.40
Overall Height 72.90 or 72.80
Wheelbase 138.70 or 154.70
Cargo Length 77.50 or 97.50
Width at Wheelwell 50.00
Width at Wall 64.20
Standard Seating 6
Standard Towing 2000
Maximum Towing 8900 or 14000
Standard Payload 3815 or 3695
Maximum Payload 3815 or 3695
Curb Weight - Rear (lbs) 2160
Width, Max w/o mirrors (in) 79.3
Height, Overall (in) 72.9
Wheelbase (in) 138.7
Curb Weight - Front (lbs) 2825

Features & Options

Power Door Locks Optional
Air Conditioning Optional
Cruise Control Optional
Cassette Player Standard
CD Player Optional
Driver Multi-Adjustable Power Seat Optional
Leather Seat Optional
Alloy Wheels Optional
Power Windows Optional

Fuel & Economy

Tank 26.00 or 35.00

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 MEXICO
Body Style EXTENDED CAB PICKUP 2-DR
Turning Diameter 51.60
Tires 245/75R16
Front Headroom 40.20
Rear Headroom 39.40
Front Legroom 41.00
Rear Legroom 31.60
Front Shoulder Room 66.00
Rear Shoulder Room 67.70
Front Hip Room 65.60
Rear Hip Room 66.80
Ground Clearance 8.60
Track Front 66.90
Track Rear 66.90 or 68.00
Depth 19.40
Passenger Volume 111.30
Standard GVWR 8800
Maximum GVWR 8800
MSRP $20,775 or $20,980
Dealer Invoice $18,179 or $18,353
Tachometer Optional
Full Size Spare Tire Standard
Rear Wheel Size (in) 16 x 6.5
Front Wheel Size (in) 16 x 6.5
Front Tire Size LT245/75R16E
Gross Combined Wt Rating (lbs) 14,000
Ground Clearance, Rear (in) 8.6
Rear Tire Size LT245/75R16E
Ground Clearance, Front (in) 9.9
Body Code 139" WB

Pattern Information

Pattern3B7KC23Z V
WMI 3B7 (Mexico, North America)