2008 Dodge Ram 2500 ST

2008 Dodge Ram 2500 ST — factory configuration overview

Powertrain and capability
- Factory-installed Cummins 6.7L turbocharged inline-six diesel, rated at 350 horsepower and 610 lb-ft of torque in the high-output configuration. The diesel engine was fitted at the factory with heavy-duty cooling and auxiliary systems intended for sustained towing and commercial use.
- Paired at the factory with a heavy-duty transmission appropriate to the Cummins diesel application; the exact transmission (manual or automatic) depends on the original build specification.
- Rear-wheel drive was the standard factory drivetrain; four-wheel drive was available as a factory option. Heavy-duty suspension components, reinforced frame members and axle assemblies are factory-engineered to meet the payload and towing ratings for the 2500 series.
- Factory provisions for towing typically include an upgraded radiator and engine cooling, transmission cooler provisions, wiring for trailer lights and a reinforced hitch mounting area; a hitch receiver, trailer brake control and other towing hardware may be included depending on the factory towing package ordered.

Exterior features
- Durable bodywork and a utilitarian exterior treatment consistent with the ST trim level: painted or welded steel bumpers and grille accents designed for service use.
- Factory steel wheels fitted with light-truck tires; full-size spare wheel and tire typically stored under the bed.
- Halogen headlamps, amber turn indicators and standard exterior lighting; tow hooks available on front bumper on many factory builds.
- Cab and bed configurations were offered from the factory (regular cab, quad cab, crew cab and multiple bed lengths), allowing buyers to choose a layout that matched their needs.
- Factory bed features include a standard tailgate, stake-pocket tie-down points in the bed, and a full-sized pickup bed designed for heavy loads; spray-in bed liner or accessory liners were available as factory or dealer-installed options.

Interior and comfort
- ST is the base trim and the factory interior emphasizes durability and function. Seating is typically a vinyl or cloth bench up front in regular-cab models and bench or split-bench seating in larger cabs; seating capacity depends on cab configuration (three across in regular cab, up to six in extended/crew cabs).
- Rubber or heavy-duty carpeted flooring and straightforward trim materials selected for easy cleaning and long service life.
- Basic instrument cluster with speedometer, tachometer, fuel and temperature gauges and auxiliary warning lights. Trip odometer and basic driver information functions are included in the standard cluster.
- Simple heater and ventilation controls; factory air conditioning commonly available as standard or as an option depending on market and original equipment package.
- Basic audio system as factory equipment on ST: AM/FM radio with CD player or single-disc unit and integrated speakers. Power accessories such as power windows, locks and mirrors are typically optional and may not be standard on every ST.

Safety and chassis equipment
- Front driver and passenger airbags are part of the factory safety package. Side curtain airbags were not standard across all models and depended on cab and option choices.
- Anti-lock braking system (ABS) and traction control technologies were commonly specified at the factory for heavy-duty Ram models; availability depends on the original configuration and market.
- Heavy-duty braking components sized for the 2500 class to provide consistent stopping performance under load.
- Robust steering and suspension design intended for commercial and towing duties with factory shock and spring rates matched to payload and GVWR.