Dodge RAMCHARGER AD100

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.