Another powerful pickup truck has landed in the United States and this time it’s the 2021 Ram 1500 TRX. Ram calls it the “quickest, fastest and most powerful mass-produced truck in the world” and we can’t argue with that.
Under the hood, there is a 6.2-litre supercharged Hemi V8 engine that blows its closest rival, the Ford F-150 Raptor, out of the water with an output of 702 hp and 881 Nm of torque.
Thanks to the TorqueFlite 8HP95 eight-speed automatic transmission that is connected to a four-wheel-drive system, the Ram TRX is capable of sprinting from 0 to 96 km/h in just 4.5 seconds before maxing out at 190 km/h.
Straight line performance aside, this truck is really built to take on the most challenging off-road terrains out there. Its list of weaponry includes Bilstein Black Hawk e2 adaptive performance shocks, a Dana 60 solid rear axle and a full-time active transfer case with strengthened internals, to name a few.
An approach angle of 30.2 degrees, breakover angle of 21.9 degrees, departure angle of 23.5 degrees and a ground clearance of 11.8 inches allow the Ram TRX to go anywhere.
The Ram TRX is built in Michigan and will enter the US market later this year with a starting price of $69,995. There will be a Launch Edition that comes with additional goodies such as beadlock-capable wheels, a panoramic roof, a Harman Kardon audio system with 19 speakers and Anvil Grey exterior paint. Only 702 units of the Lanuch Edition will be offered to customers.
About 2021 Ram 1500 TRX
- 2021 Ram 1500 TRX, the apex predator of the truck world, is engineered to handle the most punishing conditions with extreme capability and durability, significantly outperforming every other truck
- New frame extensively uses high-strength steel that increases low-torsion attributes to amplify durability and stability
- Engineered to deliver a new level of truck performance, the 6.2-liter supercharged HEMI® V-8 engine sets new benchmarks for power and performance among half-ton pickups:
- Rated at 702 horsepower, 650 lb.-ft. of torque
- 0-60 miles per hour (mph) in 4.5 seconds; 0-100 mph in 10.5 seconds
- Quarter mile in 12.9 seconds at 108 mph
- Top speed of 118 mph
- High-torque-capacity TorqueFlite 8HP95 eight-speed automatic transmission delivers quick, crisp gear changes during both normal and performance driving conditions
- New, innovative dual-path air induction system delivers maximum output and feeds a steady supply of cool, clean air to the engine through the front grille and functional hood scoop
- Largest air filter in the segment uses dual filter elements and is designed for extreme, dusty environments with four times the dust trapping capacity when compared to the closest competitor
- Full-time active transfer case features upgraded internals for improved strength, durability
- All-new, unique suspension system with active damping, inspired by desert off-road racers, incorporates forged aluminum front upper and lower control arms with special attention to caster and camber angles during suspension cycling
- New independent front suspension system with active damping uses high-strength aluminum to maintain overall strength and durability
- TRX uses a Dana 60 solid rear axle with a 3.55 ratio featuring full-floating hubs and axle-hop damper for improved traction and axle control on rough surfaces. An electronic locking rear differential is standard for increased performance off-road
- Designed exclusively for TRX, new front and rear 2.5-inch Bilstein Black Hawk e2 adaptive performance shocks provide fast reaction time, unbeatable damping and improved heat dissipation for traversing harsh terrain at speeds greater than 100 mph
- Five-link coil suspension is tuned to deliver the best combination of ride, handling and comfort no matter the road surface
- Wheel travel is greater than 13 inches at all four corners, an increase of more than 40 percent compared to the rest of the Ram 1500 lineup
- All-new face of Ram includes modern Ram’s head logo and “R-A-M” badge with flow-through lettering
- Functional hood scoop is responsible for 50 percent of air entering the 6.2-liter supercharged HEMI V-8 engine while the other 50 percent enters through the grille
- New integrated composite fender flares add 8 inches of body width and feature all-new steel box outers, creating a striking “hourglass” body
- New LED clearance lamps are cleverly integrated into the hood scoop and front bumper flares, amplifying the new aesthetic of the truck
- Full LED Adaptive Front-lighting System (AFS) includes twin bi-functional projector headlamps, fog lamps and taillamps with up to 15 degrees of direction control with steering input
- Most spacious interior in the segment offers new, authentic premium materials, colors and textures, including hand-wrapped leather instrument panels for unexpected luxury throughout
- All-new 2021 Ram TRX features three interior options, including premium cloth and vinyl, premium wrapped leather and suede, or premium wrapped leather and suede with available red and carbon fiber accents
- New flat-bottom steering wheel offers enhanced hand grips wrapped in leather with optional suede and carbon fiber accents. New aluminum paddle shifters stretch above and below the steering wheel spokes
- Reimagined center console with maximum storage includes a new performance-oriented floor shifter, wireless charging dock and five USBs, including Type A and C ports
- Custom specifications plate on the console lid lists which engine is under the hood, the type of supercharger Ram TRX uses, boost output, horsepower and the vehicle-specific Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
- Ram TRX-specific transfer case switches are integrated into the dashboard along with Drive Mode selector and Launch Control
- Uconnect 4C NAV 12-inch touchscreen is standard equipment and includes SiriusXM 360L with Personalized Stations Powered by Pandora, which offers a custom listening experience through a 900-watt, 19-speaker Harman Kardon audio system
- All-new Head-up Display unit makes its FCA vehicle debut and can show up to five different content areas at once
- TRX touts the first FCA application of Drive Modes and Off-Road Pages with the Uconnect 4C NAV 12-inch touchscreen
- New Baja drive mode calibrates four-wheel-drive and steering systems, stability control, paddle shifters and suspension for ultimate desert performance, delivering maximum capability on undulating, loose surfaces
- Available digital rearview mirror replaces the traditional rearview mirror with a 9.2-inch-wide LCD monitor
- Trailer Reverse Steer Control is an available standalone option on Ram TRX and uses a dial to point the trailer in the desired direction while the system controls the steering wheel
- More than 100 active and passive safety and security features, including ParkView rear backup camera with dynamic grid lines, electronic stability control (ESC) with electronic roll mitigation and six air bags. Available features include Blind-spot Monitoring, adaptive cruise control, Ready Alert Braking and Full-Speed Forward Collision Warning-Plus, available
- All-new 18-by-9-inch aluminum wheels are available in both standard and a beadlock-capable option
- Goodyear Wrangler Territory 325/65/R18 All-Terrain 35-inch tires, developed exclusively for Ram TRX, achieve unmatched levels of wear resistance, traction and reduced road noise
- Ram TRX offers the largest front brakes in the segment at 15 inches
- Ram TRX has a maximum payload of 1,310 pounds and maximum trailer tow of 8,100 pounds
- Ram TRX features a 2-inch ride height increase over Ram 1500, enabling 11.8 inches of ground clearance and capability of up to 32 inches of water fording
- All-new 2021 Ram TRX underwent rigorous testing in extreme environments across the continental United States to handle the most punishing conditions with extreme confidence, capability and durability
