Dodge RAMCHARGER
Built: 1978-1988 · Series: RAMCHARGER
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Dodge Ramcharger – two-door full-size SUV on the D-series platform, 5.2-litre V8, 76 to 78 kW, gross weight from 2.55 to 2.77 tonnes, rival to the Blazer and Bronco
The Dodge Ramcharger is a two-door full-size SUV that Dodge built from 1974 to 1993 on the platform of its D-series pickup, competing directly with the Chevrolet Blazer and the Ford Bronco. Sport Utility in the model designation confirms its classification as a classic SUV, Commercial denotes a utility version with simpler trim, and SE an upper trim line. Models in the register were powered by a 5.2-litre V8 also used in Dodge's D- and W-series pickups.
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The register lists 7 versions with a V8 of 5,210 to 5,212 cm³ and outputs of 76 to 78 kW. Unladen weight ranges from 1,926 to 2,280 kg, gross vehicle weight from 2,550 to 2,770 kg. Length runs from 4,700 to 4,800 mm and width from 2,020 to 2,080 mm.
As a full-size SUV with a sturdy ladder frame and V8 power, the Ramcharger appealed to buyers wanting off-road capability and towing power combined with a roomy cabin, sharing its mechanicals and target audience with the pickups from the same maker. A removable roof panel on some versions also allowed it to be driven as an open-top off-roader.
On a used example of this age, checking the ladder frame for rust-through comes first, particularly around the spring mountings and steering knuckles. The V8 is considered robust and easy to service, but the carburettor or early injection system is worth checking for correct tuning. On four-wheel-drive models, the transfer case and driveshafts should additionally be checked. Spare parts for the drivetrain are readily available thanks to the active American classic-vehicle scene, while body panels are becoming increasingly scarce.
Sources: Kennwerte der Modelle Dodge Ramcharger, Dodge (Hersteller)
Technical data
Engine
| Power | 76 kWcorrect |
|---|---|
| Cylinders | 8correct |
| Displacement | 5,211 cm³correct |
Dimensions and weights
| Length | 4,700 mmcorrect |
|---|---|
| Width | 2,020 mmcorrect |
| Wheelbase | 2,710 mmcorrect |
| Unladen weight | 2,208 kgcorrect |
| Gross vehicle weight | 2,653 kgcorrect |
Drivetrain and chassis
| Gears | 3.5correct |
|---|---|
| Wheels | 4correct |
| Top speed | 145 km/hcorrect |
Where this model stands
Power-to-weight ratio: 34.4 kW/t (76 kW / 2.2 t)
Stronger than 39% of the vans in the register — out of 7,145 models with a stated power figure.
Calculated from the documented figures above — not a rating.
Frequently asked questions
How much power does the Dodge RAMCHARGER have?
The Dodge RAMCHARGER delivers 76 kW.
How much does the Dodge RAMCHARGER weigh?
The unladen weight is 2,208 kg.
What is the gross vehicle weight of the Dodge RAMCHARGER?
2,653 kg.
What engine does the Dodge RAMCHARGER have?
8 cylinders, 5,211 cm³ displacement.
How fast does the Dodge RAMCHARGER go?
Top speed is 145 km/h.
What are the dimensions of the Dodge RAMCHARGER?
4,700 mm × 2,020 mm.
When was the Dodge RAMCHARGER built?
Production years: 1978-1988.
What to check before buying
- Check the hour meter against the service records — a replaced instrument is the most common gap.
- Compare the data plate and chassis number with the papers.
- Check the weights in the papers against the figures here — attachments change them.
- Ask about parts availability for this build year — the running costs hang on it.
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This page carries 14 individual figures for this model. They come from 2 recorded sources; every figure can be traced there. What we cannot document is not here — we leave gaps open rather than estimate them.
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