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[RAW]<P ALIGN="CENTER"><B><FONT SIZE="+1">All-new chassis cabs showcase dominant commercial capability, durability and dependability</FONT></B></P>

<ul><li>Legendary Cummins Turbo Diesel in 6.7-liter displacement
(610 lb.-ft. of torque)</li>
<li>Six-speed automatic or manual transmission with
Power Take Off (PTO) capability</li>
<li>Largest standard fuel tank in segment (52 gallons)</li>
<li>Best-in-class first-gear launch provides optimum
acceleration on vehicle take-off</li>
<li>Largest brake rotors in segment (390 mm)</li>
<li>Largest caliper piston size in segment (66 mm)</li>
<li>Life-to-overhaul intervals of 350,000 miles</li>
<li>Standard diesel exhaust brake system, together with
class-leading brakes and pistons, extends brake life while giving driver
increased control</li>
<li>Commercial-grade frame (50,000-psi steel) to
maximize strength and reduce weight</li>
<li>Flat, ?clean? frame rail -- all chassis components
below top-of-frame surface to facilitate after-market upfits or retrofits</li>
<li>To ensure
quality, more than 1.5 million test miles by Dodge truck engineers</li>
</ul>

<P ALIGN="LEFT">Extending bold, tough, in-your-face Dodge Ram
heritage to the Class 4 and 5 commercial market, Dodge expands its
commercial presence and sets another commercial standard with the launch of the all-new
2008 Dodge Ram 4500 and 5500
Chassis Cabs.</p>

<P ALIGN="LEFT">We built the
all-new 2008 Dodge Ram 4500 and 5500 Chassis Cabs for heavy-duty chassis cab
buyers who want a powerful, capable and versatile commercial-quality vehicle,? said
George Murphy, Senior Vice President lobal Brand Marketing, Chrysler Group.
?With commercial performance, durability and capability, the 2008 Dodge Ram 4500
and 5500 Chassis Cabs offer dominant powertrain packages, a commercial-grade
upfit-friendly chassis, and bold, ?big-rig? Ram styling.?</p>

<P ALIGN="LEFT">Delivering maximum uptime, the 2008 Dodge Ram 4500 and 5500
Chassis Cabs are the ultimate chassis for the commercial customer looking for
a dynamic, capable work-truck. Ram 4500 and 5500 Chassis Cabs feature numerous
class-leading attributes including largest standard fuel tank (52 gallons), largest
brake rotors (390 mm), largest caliper pistons (66 mm) and best-in-class
first-gear launch for optimum acceleration on vehicle take-off.</p>

<P ALIGN="LEFT">With industry-standard 34-inch frame rail spacing and flat,
clean frame rails on a one-piece C-channel rear-frame rail (50,000-psi steel),
upfit-friendliness is a primary theme of the Dodge Ram 4500 and 5500 Chassis Cabs.
Showcasing an unrivaled upfit-friendly design that reduces costs for body-builders
and customers, all chassis components are below the frame surface assuring easy
adaptability and versatility for virtually any upfit application. Offered in
dual-rear-wheel models, four cab-axle lengths (60, 84, 108 and 120 inches) are available.</p>

<P ALIGN="LEFT">The all-new 2008 Dodge Ram 4500 and 5500 Chassis Cabs offer leading commercial
performance with a dominant powertrain package. The standard 6.7-liter Cummins High Output
Turbo Diesel is loaded with 305 horsepower and 610 lb.-ft. of torque.</p>

<P ALIGN="LEFT"><b>Bigger Commercial Presence Extends Dodge Truck Leadership</b></p>

<P ALIGN="LEFT">Expanding the Dodge Ram portfolio while building on Dodge's leadership
position in the truck market, the all-new 2008 Dodge Ram 4500 and 5500 Chassis Cabs
conquer new territory as they charge into the Class 4 and 5 chassis cab segments creating
a greater commercial presence for the Dodge brand.</p>

<P ALIGN="LEFT">"The commercial vehicle market is essentially white space for the Dodge
brand," said Murphy. "We will continue to fill it with bold, powerful and capable vehicles."</p>

<P ALIGN="LEFT">The Ram 4500 and 5500 Chassis Cabs will compete within the Class 4 and 5
segments with a gross vehicle weight range of 14,000 to 19,500 lbs. Overall industry forecasts
for this range of chassis cab vehicles were 140,000 units in 2006 with growth expectations to
156,000 units by 2012. The Class 4-5 chassis cab segment is expecting further growth to 18
percent by 2015.</p>

<P ALIGN="LEFT">U.S. sales of Class 3-5 trucks grew 42 percent in 2005 to 261,627. Class 3-5
vehicles have a gross vehicle weight range between 10,001 lbs. to 19,500 lbs.</p>

<P ALIGN="LEFT">Targeted at small-business tradesmen, fleet customers and traditional chassis
cab users, the Dodge Ram 4500 and 5500 Chassis Cabs expand on a solid commercial foundation
and lineup of full-size van, minivan and body-on-frame commercial vehicles joining the Dodge
Ram 2500/3500 Box-Off models, Dodge Ram 3500 Chassis Cab, Dodge Sprinter, Dodge Ram pickup,
and Dodge Caravan and Grand Caravan cargo vans in the Dodge commercial vehicle lineup.</p>

<P ALIGN="LEFT"><b>Powertrain Options Ensure Powerhouse Performance</b></p>

<P ALIGN="LEFT">Dominant commercial performance is assured with the 2008 Dodge Ram 4500
and 5500 Chassis Cabs as commercial customer specialty needs are met with superior
capability, durability and performance.</p>

<P ALIGN="LEFT">"Delivering premium commercial performance, capability and durability,
the all-new 2008 Dodge Ram 4500 and 5500 Chassis Cabs offer the segment's most potent
powertrain combinations in work trucks that get the job done," said Mike Donoughe,
Vice President -- Body-on-frame Product Team.</p>

<P ALIGN="LEFT">Maintaining its reign at the top of the heavy-duty diesel pickup segment,
the standard Cummins engine generates 305 horsepower at 3,000 rpm and 610 lb.-ft. of
torque at 1,600 rpm. The legendary engine also delivers superior fuel economy while
ensuring durability and low cost of ownership for the commercial customer.</p>

<P ALIGN="LEFT">Providing superior trailer towing, acceleration, throttle response and
drivability, the 6.7-liter engine is not only more powerful, it's also cleaner with
B5 biodiesel compatibility and a reduction in particulates and nitrogen oxide (NOx)
that comply with the 50-state 2007 heavy-duty emission standards. As durable as it
is powerful, the Cummins 6.7-liter turbo-diesel engine also has life-to-major overhaul
intervals of 350,000 miles.</p>

<P ALIGN="LEFT">Completing the dynamic powertrain package, the all-new 2008 Dodge Ram
4500 and 5500 Chassis Cabs offer a six-speed automatic transmission with Power Take
Off (PTO) capability or a six-speed manual transmission with PTO capability. An
available electronic-shift transfer case is offered and a factory-installed exhaust
brake contributes to both safety and superior brake life.</p>

<P ALIGN="LEFT"><b>"Job Rated" Commercial-grade Chassis with Superior Suspension System</b></p>

<P ALIGN="LEFT">The Dodge Ram 4500 and 5500 Chassis Cabs lineup of 4x2, 4x4, dual-rear-wheel,
regular and Quad Cab models are "Job-rated," meaning they are designed, engineered, tested and
built to meet the rigid standards of commercial truck buyers.</p>

<P ALIGN="LEFT">Armed with Dodge Ram Heavy Duty's superior suspension system, beefed up even
more for commercial applications, Dodge Ram 4500 and 5500 Chassis Cabs provide expanded
capability and durability with a commercial-grade chassis mated to a one-piece C-channel
rear-frame rail (50,000 psi steel).</p>

<P ALIGN="LEFT">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.
Improved power steering lines contribute to the delivery of precise feel and response for better
handling. Featuring solid-beam front and rear axles, and a five-link, coil-spring front
suspension with beam axle, a front and rear link-type sway bar and heavy-duty tubular shock
absorbers are standard.</p>

<P ALIGN="LEFT">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 spring design for greater
load-carrying capability.</p>

<P ALIGN="LEFT">Four cab-axle lengths (60, 84, 108 and 120 inches) are available. Maximum
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) for 4500 models is 16,500. For 5500 models, the maximum
GVWR is 19,500 lbs. The Gross Combined Weight Rating (GCWR) for both 4500 and 5500 models
is 26,000 lbs.</p>

<P ALIGN="LEFT">The standard diesel exhaust brake system, together with class-leading brakes
and pistons, provides extended brake life and increased driver control while contributing to
enhanced safety performance. Standard four-wheel disc brakes with anti-lock braking system
(ABS) ensure superior safety and crash-avoidance capability.</p>

<P ALIGN="LEFT"><b>Unmatched Versatility and Upfit-Friendliness</b></p>

<P ALIGN="LEFT">Meeting all cab-axle and industry upfitter specifications, the 2008 Dodge Ram
4500 and 5500 Chassis Cabs bring unmatched versatility and upfit-friendliness with an enhanced
commercial-grade, user-friendly chassis to the Class 4 and 5 chassis segments. Flat, "clean"
frame rails with industry-standard 34-inch frame rail spacing provide versatility for virtually
any upfit application. All chassis components are below the frame surface to facilitate
after-market upfits or retrofits.</p>

<P ALIGN="LEFT">Bolt-on and riveted-on exhaust hanger brackets provide increased upfitter
flexibility, and riveted cross-members behind the cab allow for easier modification. The
one-piece C-channel frame, shear plate or u-bolt access along the length of the frame, and
shear plate mounting locations identified along the frame contribute to the Ram 4500 and 5500
Chassis Cabs' upfitter friendliness.</p>

<P ALIGN="LEFT">The fuel filler is routed through the frame and an optional mid-ship fuel tank
frees up more space behind the rear axle for special upfit applications. Fuel and brake lines
are routed together on the frame's left side to make better use of space along the frame, which
also has clearance for rear-exhaust routing.</p>

<P ALIGN="LEFT">Electrical connections are user-friendly thanks to three-fused battery feeds
routed into the cab and on to the rear of the chassis. A high-current 50-amp ground stud is
located at the rear of the frame. Upfitter wire circuits and electrical schematics are identified
in the body builder guide.</p>

<P ALIGN="LEFT">Together, these unique upfit-friendly enhancements provide a streamline assembly
process that reduces costs for upfitters, second-stage manufacturers and customers.</p>

<P ALIGN="LEFT"><b>Bold, Tough, Dodge Design</b></p>

<P ALIGN="LEFT">Conveying commercial power and vigor, along with instantly recognizable,
unmistakable bold Ram styling and design, the all-new 2008 Dodge Ram 4500 and 5500 Chassis
Cabs stand out in the Class 4-5 chassis cab segments.</p>

<P ALIGN="LEFT">Robust and loaded with a "big-truck" look and feel, its enormous crosshair
grille and large headlamps are the dominant focal point of a vehicle that retains the most
recognizable design signature of any mid-size truck on the market.</p>

<P ALIGN="LEFT">Reinforced by an equally bold hood and fender combination, the dynamic front
appearance is anchored by twin, large 7- x 10-inch trailer tow mirrors as standard.
Beneath each fender are 19.5-inch wheels. The Ram 4500 and 5500 Chassis Cabs are available
in three trim lines: ST, SLT and Laramie.</p>

<P ALIGN="LEFT"><b>Comfortable and Convenient Interiors</b></p>

<P ALIGN="LEFT">The 2008 Dodge Ram 4500 and 5500 Chassis Cabs successfully blend full-size
interior comfort with commercial convenience. Showcasing an easy-to-navigate instrument
panel cluster, the user-friendly wide center stack contains air conditioning, heating,
ventilation and audio system controls. Comfortable, oversized seats, including available
bucket seats with leather trim, provide relaxing support while adding both a rich appearance
and upscale atmosphere to a commercial truck.</p>

<P ALIGN="LEFT">Quad Cab models provide seating for six passengers and are equipped with four
standard doors and 60/40 folding rear seats. Demonstrating interior functionality and
capability, seat cushions fold up to create a tall storage area from floor to ceiling.
An optional floor section under the back seat folds open to form a flat-load floor with
additional storage in each of the foot wells.</p>

<P ALIGN="LEFT">Delivering just as much versatility and flexibility, regular cab models
provide generous storage behind the seat and allow for considerable travel use and ease
in reclining for both driver and passengers.</p>

<P ALIGN="LEFT"><b>More Than 1.5 Million Test Miles Logged by Dodge Truck Engineers</b></p>

<P ALIGN="LEFT">Commercial customers expect to put their trucks to work and get exceptional
performance, capability and durability. In placing an extraordinary emphasis on quality,
heavy-duty results were achieved as the all-new 2008 Dodge Ram 4500 and 5500 Chassis Cabs
take full advantage of modern technology and deliver quality by the ton with more than
1.5 million customer-equivalent miles logged by Dodge Truck engineers during the vehicle's
development.</p>

<P ALIGN="LEFT"><b>All-new 2008 Dodge Ram 4500 and 5500 Chassis Cabs Safety and Security Features</b></p>

<P ALIGN="LEFT">The all-new 2008 Dodge Ram 4500 and 5500 Chassis Cabs provide commercial
vehicle customers a high level of safety and security technology.</p>

<P ALIGN="LEFT">Following is a list of safety and security features found in the all-new
2008 Dodge Ram 4500 and 5500 Chassis Cabs:</p>

<ul><li><b>BeltAlert</b> - Enhanced seat belt reminder system. If a vehicle is driven without the driver being properly belted, the system will periodically activate a chime and illuminate an icon in the instrument cluster to remind the driver to buckle up</li>
<li><b>Child-Protection Rear-door Locks</b> - Allow customers to disable the rear-door, inside-release handle. A small lever on the door-shut face operates this feature</li>
<li><b>Energy-absorbing Steering Column</b> - Steering column utilizes two coaxial tubes that move relative to each other in order to allow the column to move forward for enhanced energy-absorption during an impact</li>
<li><b>Enhanced Accident Response System (EARS)</b> - In the event of an impact, this system makes it easier for emergency personnel to see and reach occupants by turning on the interior lighting and unlocking doors after air bag deployment</li>
<li><b>Four-wheel Anti-lock-brake System (ABS)</b> - Senses and prevents wheel lockup, offering improved steering control under extreme braking and/or slippery conditions</li>
<li><b>Integrated Remote Keyless Entry Transmitter and Ignition Key</b> - The remote keyless entry locks and unlocks doors and turns on interior lamps. If the vehicle is equipped with a vehicle-theft security alarm, the remote also arms and disarms that system</li>
<li><b>Knee Bolsters</b> - The steering column lower instrument panel and the glove-box door are reinforced to further protect occupants during frontal impacts. They both restrain and position the occupant properly and enable air bags to work effectively</li>
<li><b>Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH)</b> - This system helps ease the installation of compatible aftermarket child seats</li>
<li><b>Multi-stage Air Bag System</b> - Offering enhanced protection, this system is designed to deploy based on the severity of an impact</li>
<li><b>Security Alarm</b> - Arms and disarms alarm feature through remote control, flashes lights and sounds horn upon unauthorized entry</li>
<li><b>Sentry Key Engine Immobilizer Theft Deterrent System</b> - This utilizes an engine key that has an embedded transponder with a pre-programmed security key code. When the key is inserted into the ignition, the controller sends a random number to the transponder and the engine is allowed to start. If the correct key is not used, the engine will shut off after only a few seconds</li>
<li><b>Three-point Seat Belts</b> - Front outboard seating positions and all rear seating positions in the Dodge Ram 4500 and 5500 Chassis Cabs have lap and shoulder belts</li></ul>

<P ALIGN="LEFT"><b>Balanced Production Thanks to Flexible Manufacturing Process</b></p>

<P ALIGN="LEFT">The all-new 2008 Dodge Ram 4500 and 5500 Chassis Cabs will be built at
Chrysler Group's Saltillo Assembly Plant in Coahuila, Mexico. One of the company's
most flexible plants, the Saltillo Plant -- which also produces the all-new Dodge Ram
3500 Chassis Cab, Dodge Ram Mega Cab, Dodge Ram Power Wagon, and Dodge Ram Heavy Duty
2500 and 3500 models -- takes on production of the Ram 4500 and 5500 Chassis Cabs as
part of the company's Flexible Manufacturing Strategy (FMS).</p>

<P ALIGN="LEFT">The FMS approach allows the company to not only balance production with
demand, but to also efficiently build low-volume vehicles that take advantage of market
niches, and to quickly shift production volumes between different models within a single
plant or among multiple plants.</p>

<P ALIGN="LEFT">"FMS is a key enabler in our ability to bring the all-new 2008 Dodge Ram
4500 and 5500 Chassis Cabs to market," said Frank Ewasyshyn, Executive Vice President -
Manufacturing. "It not only allows us to produce a high-quality product, but to do so
faster and at a lower cost."</p>

<P ALIGN="LEFT">For production of the Dodge Ram 4500 and 5500 Chassis Cabs, Chrysler
Group recently invested an additional $48 million into the plant, which follows a
$210 million investment in 2005 for production of the all-new 2006 Dodge Ram Mega Cab.
Enlarging the facility by 120,000 square feet enables the plant to produce commercial
vehicles and accommodate new frame configurations. In addition, the expansion increases
production capacity and enables the plant to manage the added complexity of the Dodge
Ram 4500/5500's all-new commercial-grade chassis and suspensions, including two cab-axle
lengths, regular and Quad Cab versions, 4x2 and 4x4 variants, and single- and dual-rear-wheel
models.</p>

<P ALIGN="LEFT">The Saltillo Assembly Plant has 2,100 employees working on two shifts and is
one of five Chrysler Group production facilities in Mexico.</p>

<P ALIGN="LEFT"><b>Dodge Commercial Vehicles</b></p>

<P ALIGN="LEFT">As part of DaimlerChrysler, the world's leading manufacturer of commercial
vehicles, Dodge continues to increase the breadth of its commercial products and offers
a comprehensive array of vehicles and services designed with business customers in mind.
Along with the Dodge Ram 2500/3500 Box-Off models and the Dodge Ram 3500, 4500 and 5500
Chassis Cabs -- the Class 3-5 segments' most powerful, capable and upfit-friendly work
trucks -- Dodge Caravan and Grand Caravan cargo vans complement a growing Dodge commercial
lineup that includes the class-leading Dodge Sprinter, which continues its legacy and
leadership as the top-performing commercial van in the marketplace.</p>

<P ALIGN="LEFT"><b>Dodge BusinessLink</b></p>

<P ALIGN="LEFT">Launched in 1999 and offering no-cost enrollment, Dodge BusinessLink
is a full-service commercial program comprised of a select network of Dodge dealers
who know and understand the unique vehicle needs of small businesses, fleet managers
and other commercial vehicle customers. Providing exclusive benefits, BusinessLink
dealers offer unprecedented business assistance including dedicated commercial account
managers and sales teams, dealer inventories representing a higher mix of work-truck
and other commercial vehicles, next-day service and technicians, extended hours to
minimize downtime, free loaner vehicles and more. BusinessLink also includes our
"On The Job" program which offers discounts on upfits and direct cash incentives and
savings on almost all Dodge commercial vehicles.</p>

<P ALIGN="LEFT"><b>Dodge Brand</b></p>

<P ALIGN="LEFT">With a U.S. market share of 6 percent, Dodge is the Chrysler Group's
best-selling brand and the fifth largest nameplate in the U.S. automotive market. In
2006, Dodge sold than 1.3 million vehicles in the global market. Dodge continues to
lead the minivan market with a 20 percent market share in the U.S. In the highly
competitive truck market, Dodge has a 15 percent market share. Dodge is also entering
key European volume segments.</p>

<P ALIGN="CENTER"><B><FONT SIZE="+2">SPECIFICATIONS</font></b></p>

<P ALIGN="LEFT">All dimensions are in inches (millimeters) unless otherwise noted.<br>
All dimensions measured at curb weight with standard tires and wheels.</p>

<P ALIGN="LEFT"><b>GENERAL INFORMATION</b></p>

<table><tr><td width="220">Body Style</td><td>Chassis Cab</td></tr>
<tr><td>Assembly Plants</td><td>Saltillo, Coahuila, Mexico</td></tr>
<tr><td>EPA Vehicle Class</td><td>Medium Heavy Duty</td></tr></table>

<P ALIGN="LEFT"><B>ENGINE: 6.7-LITER HIGH OUTPUT CUMMINS TURBO DIESEL I-6</B></P>

<table><tr><td width="220">Availability</TD><TD>Optional</TD></TR>
<TR><TD>Type and Description</TD><TD>Six-cylinder, inline, liquid-cooled, turbocharged, intercooled</TD></TR>
<TR><TD>Displacement</TD><TD>408 cu. in. (6690 cu. cm)</TD></TR>
<TR><TD>Bore x Stroke</TD><TD>4.21 x 4.88 (107mm x 124mm)</TD></TR>
<TR><TD>Valve System</TD><TD>OHV, 24 valves, solid lifters</TD></TR>
<TR><TD>Fuel Injection</TD><TD>Electronic high-pressure common rail</TD></TR>
<TR><TD>Construction</TD><TD>Cast-iron block and head</TD></TR>
<TR><TD>Compression Ratio</TD><TD>17.3:1</TD></TR>
<TR><TD>Power (SAE net)</TD><TD>305 bhp (227 kW) @ 2,900 rpm - high output</TD></TR>
<TR><TD>Torque (SAE net)</TD><TD>610 lb.-ft. (827 Nom) @ 1,600 rpm - high output</TD></TR>
<TR><TD>Maximum Engine Speed</TD><TD>3,500 rpm</TD></TR>
<TR><TD>Fuel Requirement</TD><TD>Ultra-low Sulfur Diesel</TD></TR>
<TR><TD>Oil Capacity</TD><TD>(Low ash req.) 12 qt. (11.3L) with filter</TD></TR>
<TR><TD>Coolant Capacity</TD><TD>32.7 qt. (30.9L)</TD></TR>
<TR><TD>Emission Controls</TD><TD>Oxidation catalytic converter w/aftertreatment system - internal engine features</TD></TR></TABLE>

<P ALIGN="LEFT"><B>ELECTRICAL SYSTEM</B></P>

<table><tr><td width="220"><B>Alternator</B></TD><TD>&nbsp;</TD></TR>
<TR><TD>Availability</TD><TD>Standard</TD></TR>
<TR><TD>Rating</TD><TD>136 A</TD></TR>
<TR><TD>&nbsp;</TD><TD>&nbsp;</TD></TR>
<TR><TD>Availability</TD><TD>Optional - all only with snow plow prep AHD</TD></TR>
<TR><TD>Rating</TD><TD>160 A</TD></TR>
<TR><TD>&nbsp;</TD><TD>&nbsp;</TD></TR>
<TR><TD>Availability</TD><TD>Optional - with diesel engine</TD></TR>
<TR><TD>Rating</TD><TD>220 A</TD></TR></TABLE>

<table><tr><td width="220">Battery</TD><TD>&nbsp;</TD><TR>
<TR><TD>Availability</TD><TD>Standard</TD></TR>
<TR><TD>Description</TD><TD>Group 65, maintenance-free, 750 CCA</TD></TR>
<TR><TD>&nbsp;</TD><TD>&nbsp;</TD></TR>
<TR><TD>Availability</TD><TD>Standard - with diesel engine</TD></TR>
<TR><TD>Description</TD><TD>Dual, Group 65, maintenance-free, 750 CCA</TD></TR></TABLE>

<P ALIGN="LEFT"><B>TRANSMISSION: G56-MANUAL, SIX-SPEED OVERDRIVE</B></P>

<table><tr><td width="220">Availability</TD><TD>Standard - all</TD></TR>
<TR><TD>Description</TD><TD>Synchronized in all gears</TD></TR>
<TR><TD>PTO Capable (35 HP max)</TD><TD>Standard industry mounting, L/R mounting</TD></TR>
<TR><TD>&nbsp;</TD><TD>&nbsp;</TD></TR>
<TR><TD>Gear Ratios</TD><TD>&nbsp;</TD></TR>
<TR><TD>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1st</TD><TD>5.94</TD></TR>
<TR><TD>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;2nd</TD><TD>3.28</TD></TR>
<TR><TD>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;3rd</TD><TD>1.98</TD></TR>
<TR><TD>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;4th</TD><TD>1.30</TD></TR>
<TR><TD>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;5th</TD><TD>1.00</TD></TR>
<TR><TD>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;6th</TD><TD>0.74</TD></TR>
<TR><TD>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Reverse</TD><TD>5.42</TD></TR></TABLE>

<P ALIGN="LEFT"><B>TRANSMISSION: AISIN AS68RC SIX-SPEED</B></P>

<table><tr><td width="220">Availability</TD><TD>Optional with Cummins diesel engine</TD></TR>
<TR><TD>PTO Capable (35 HP max)</TD><TD>Standard industry mounting, passenger side</TD></TR>
<TR><TD>Description</TD><TD>Electronically controlled overdrive lockout Electronically controlled converter clutch</TD></TR>
<TR><TD>Gear Ratios</TD><TD>&nbsp;</TD></TR>
<TR><TD>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1st</TD><TD>3.74</TD></TR>
<TR><TD>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;2nd</TD><TD>1.96</TD></TR>
<TR><TD>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;3rd</TD><TD>1.34</TD></TR>
<TR><TD>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;4th</TD><TD>1.00</TD></TR>
<TR><TD>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;5th</TD><TD>.77</TD></TR>
<TR><TD>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;6th</TD><TD>.63</TD></TR>
<TR><TD>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Reverse</TD><TD>3.54</TD></TR>
<TR><TD>Overall Top Gear Ratio</TD><TD>2.42 with 3.73 axle ratio; 2.67 with 4.10 axle ratio</TD></TR></TABLE>

<P ALIGN="LEFT"><B>TRANSFER CASE: NV273, NV 271 </B></P>

<table><tr><td width="220">Availability</TD><TD>Standard 4x4</TD></TR>
<tr><TD>Type</TD><TD>Part-time</TD></TR>
<TR><TD>Operating Modes</TD><TD>2WD; 4WD High; Neutral; 4WD Low</TD></TR>
<TR><TD>Shift Mechanism</TD><TD>NV 273 - electric, NV 271 - manual</TD></TR>
<TR><TD>Low-range Ratio</TD><TD>2.72</TD></TR>
<TR><TD>Center Differential</TD><TD>None</TD></TR></TABLE>

<P ALIGN="LEFT"><B>DIMENSIONS AND CAPACITIES</B></P>

<table><tr><td width="220"><b>Regular Cab - 2WD/4WD</b></TD><TD>&nbsp;</TD><TD>&nbsp;</TD><TD>&nbsp;</TD></TR>
<TR><TD>&nbsp;</TD><TD><b>4500/5500</b></TD><TD><b>4500/5500</b></TD><TD><b>4500/5500</b></TD></TR>
<TR><TD>&nbsp;</TD><TD><b>60-inch</b></TD><TD><b>84-inch</b></TD><TD><b>108-inch</b></TD></TR>
<TR><TD>&nbsp;</TD><TD><b>cab-axle</b></TD><TD><b>cab-axle</b></TD><TD><b>cab-axle</b></TD></TR>
<TR><TD>&nbsp;</TD><TD>&nbsp;</TD><TD>&nbsp;</TD><TD>&nbsp;</TD></TR>
<TR><TD>Wheelbase</TD><TD>144.5</TD><TD>168.5</TD><TD>192.5</TD></TR>
<TR><TD>Track, Front</TD><TD>76.0</TD><TD>76.0</TD><TD>76.0</TD></TR>
<TR><TD>Track, Rear</TD><TD>73.6</TD><TD>73.6</TD><TD>73.6</TD></TR>
<TR><TD>Overall Length</TD><TD>235.3</TD><TD>259.3</TD><TD>283.3</TD></TR>
<TR><TD>Overall Width @ SgRP Front</TD><TD>79.5</TD><TD>79.5</TD><TD>79.5</TD></TR>
<TR><TD>Overall Height</TD><TD>80.4</TD><TD>80.4</TD><TD>80.4</TD></TR>
<TR><TD>Suspension or Axle to Ground</TD><TD>&nbsp;</TD><TD>&nbsp;</TD><TD>&nbsp;</TD></TR>
<TR><TD>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Front 4x2,4x4</TD><TD>10.3,8.3</TD><TD>10.3,8.3</TD><TD>10.3,8.3</TD></TR>
<TR><TD>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Rear</TD><TD>7.2</TD><TD>7.2</TD><TD>7.2</TD></TR>
<TR><TD>Approach Angle, deg.</TD><TD>27.8</TD><TD>28.0</TD><TD>27.8</TD></TR>
<TR><TD>Ramp Breakover Angle, deg.</TD><TD>21.1</TD><TD>17.8</TD><TD>15.9</TD></TR>
<TR><TD>Departure Angle, deg.</TD><TD>24.2</TD><TD>24.1</TD><TD>24.1</TD></TR>
<TR><TD>Fuel Tank, gal. (L)</TD><TD>Standard -</TD><TD>Standard -</TD><TD>Standard - </TD></TR>
<TR><TD>&nbsp;</TD><TD>52 (197) rear</TD><TD>52 (197) rear</TD><TD>52 (197) rear</TD></TR>
<TR><TD>&nbsp;</TD><TD>Optional -</TD><TD>Optional -</TD><TD>Optional - </TD></TR>
<TR><TD>&nbsp;</TD><TD>22 (83) side</TD><TD>22 (83) side</TD><TD>22 (83) side</TD></TR>

<P ALIGN="LEFT"><B>Regular Cab -2WD/4WD (cont.)</B></P>
<table><tr><td width="220">&nbsp;</TD><TD>4500/5500</TD></TR>
<tr><td>&nbsp;</TD><TD>120-inch</TD></TR>
<tr><td>&nbsp;</TD><TD>cab-axle</TD></TR>
<tr><td>&nbsp;</TD><TD>&nbsp;</TD></TR>
<tr><td>Wheelbase</TD><TD>204.5</TD></TR>
<tr><TD>Track, Front</TD><TD>76.0</TD></TR>
<TR><TD>Track, Rear</TD><TD>73.6</TD></TR>
<TR><TD>Overall Length</TD><TD>295.3</TD></TR>
<tr><td>&nbsp;</TD><TD>&nbsp;</TD></TR>
<TR><TD>Overall Width @ SgRP Front</TD><TD>79.5</TD></TR>
<TR><TD>Overall Height</TD><TD>80.4</TD></TR>
<TR><TD>Suspension or Axle to Ground</TD><TD>&nbsp;</TD></TR>
<TR><TD>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Front 4x2,4x4</TD><TD>10.3,8.3</TD></TR>
<TR><TD>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Rear</TD><TD>7.2</TD></TR>
<TR><TD>Approach Angle, deg.</TD><TD>28.1</TD></TR>
<TR><TD>Ramp Breakover Angle, deg.</TD><TD>15.2</TD></TR>
<TR><TD>Departure Angle, deg.</TD><TD>24.0</TD></TR>
<TR><TD>Fuel Tank, gal. (L)</TD><TD>Standard -</TD></TR>
<TR><TD>&nbsp;</TD><TD>52 (197) rear</TD></TR>
<TR><TD>&nbsp;</TD><TD>Optional -</TD></TR>
<TR><TD>&nbsp;</TD><TD>22 (83) side</TD></TR>

<table><tr><td width="220"><b>Quad Cab? - 2WD/4WD</b></TD><TD>&nbsp;</TD><TD>&nbsp;</TD></TR>
<TR><TD>&nbsp;</TD><TD><b>4500/5500</b></TD><TD><b>4500/5500</b></TD></TR>
<TR><TD>&nbsp;</TD><TD><b>60-inch</b></TD><TD><b>84-inch</b></TD></TR>
<TR><TD>&nbsp;</TD><TD><b>cab-axle</b></TD><TD><b>cab-axle</b></TD></TR>
<TR><TD>&nbsp;</TD><TD>&nbsp;</TD><TD>&nbsp;</TD></TR>
<TR><TD>Wheelbase</TD><TD>164.5</TD><TD>188.5</TD></TR>
<TR><TD>Track, Front</TD><TD>76.0</TD><TD>76.0</TD></TR>
<TR><TD>Track, Rear</TD><TD>73.6</TD><TD>73.6</TD></TR>
<TR><TD>Overall Length</TD><TD>254.3</TD><TD>279.3</TD></TR>
<TR><TD>Overall Width @ SgRP Front</TD><TD>79.5</TD><TD>79.5</TD></TR>
<TR><TD>Overall Height</TD><TD>80.8</TD><TD>80.8</TD></TR>
<TR><TD>Suspension or Axle to Ground</TD><TD>&nbsp;</TD><TD>&nbsp;</TD></TR>
<TR><TD>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Front 4x2,4x4</TD><TD>10.3,8.3</TD><TD>10.3,8.3</TD></TR>
<TR><TD>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Rear</TD><TD>7.2</TD><TD>7.2</TD></TR>
<TR><TD>Approach Angle, deg.</TD><TD>27.9</TD><TD>27.9</TD></TR>
<TR><TD>Ramp Breakover Angle, deg.</TD><TD>18.2</TD><TD>18.2</TD></TR>
<TR><TD>Departure Angle, deg.</TD><TD>24.2</TD><TD>24.2</TD></TR>
<TR><TD>Fuel Tank, gal. (L)</TD><TD>Standard -</TD><TD>Standard -</TD></TR>
<TR><TD>&nbsp;</TD><TD>52 (197) rear</TD><TD>52 (197) rear</TD></TR>
<TR><TD>&nbsp;</TD><TD>Optional -</TD><TD>Optional -</TD></TR>
<TR><TD>&nbsp;</TD><TD>22 (83) side</TD><TD>22 (83) side</TD></TR></TABLE>



<P ALIGN="LEFT"><B>ACCOMMODATIONS</B></P>

<table><tr><td width="220">&nbsp;</TD><TD><b>Regular Cab</b></TD><TD><b>Quad Cab?</b></TD></TR>
<TR><TD>&nbsp;</TD><TD>&nbsp;</TD><TD>&nbsp;</TD></TR>
<TR><TD>Seating Capacity, F/R</TD><TD>3/-</TD><TD>3/3</TD></TR>
<TR><TD>Front</TD><TD>&nbsp;</TD><TD>&nbsp;</TD></TR>
<TR><TD>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Head Room</TD><TD>40.8</TD><TD>41.0</TD></TR>
<TR><TD>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Leg Room</TD><TD>41.0</TD><TD>41.0</TD></TR>
<TR><TD>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Shoulder Room</TD><TD>67.0</TD><TD>67.0</TD></TR>
<TR><TD>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Hip Room</TD><TD>65.0</TD><TD>65.0</TD></TR>
<TR><TD>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Seat Travel</TD><TD>7.1</TD><TD>7.1</TD></TR>
<TR><TD>Rear</TD><TD>&nbsp;</TD><TD>&nbsp;</TD></TR>
<TR><TD>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Head Room</TD><TD>N/A</TD><TD>40.0</TD></TR>
<TR><TD>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Leg Room</TD><TD>N/A</TD><TD>36.7</TD></TR>
<TR><TD>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Shoulder Room</TD><TD>N/A</TD><TD>66.5</TD></TR>
<TR><TD>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Hip Room</TD><TD>N/A</TD><TD>65.3</TD></TR>
<TR><TD>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Knee Clearance</TD><TD>N/A</TD><TD>0.7</TD></TR>
<TR><TD>Interior Volume</TD><TD>&nbsp;</TD><TD>&nbsp;</TD></TR>
<TR><TD>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Front</TD><TD>64.8</TD><TD>65.1</TD></TR>
<TR><TD>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Rear</TD><TD>N/A</TD><TD>56.6</TD></TR></TABLE>

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