Don White's Timonium Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram

If you're shopping for a heavy duty truck, you're probably looking for something that can handle tough jobs. And the all-new 2011 Dodge Ram HD trucks, which include both 2500 and 3500 models, are here to work.

Heavy-duty pickups are the sumo wrestlers of the truck world. They're big, tough and steadfast, ready for anything you can ask of them, including pulling a trailer that is more than twice as heavy as the truck itself. But some big trucks, such as the Ram 2500 Heavy Duty Laramie Mega Cab 4X4 with the Cummins 6.7-liter turbodiesel engine, are equipped more like an upscale car than a work truck.

The Ram HD trucks are worthy entries into the Heavy Duty Truck class. The Ram HD's towing and hauling abilities are impressive. On top of that, the standard diesel engine on the 3500 (optional on the 2500) comes with an exhaust brake that helps slow the Ram HD -- and its loads -- down without using the brakes. That saves the brakes for when you really need to stop, and helps prevent brake fade. Visit your Dodge dealer serving Towson for more information on new features introduced for this year's model!

2011 Dodge Ram Heavy Duty near Baltimore
The 2011 Dodge Ram HD for sale near Baltimore heavy-duty pickup is available in three cab styles: regular, Crew Cab and Mega Cab (a jumbo crew cab). The regular cabs come with a long bed only, while the Crew Cab has either a short or long cargo bed. The Mega Cab rides on the same wheelbase as the Crew Cab long bed, but it combines an even bigger cabin with a short bed. The regular cab comes in ST or SLT trims; the Crew Cab in ST, SLT or Laramie trims; and the Mega Cab in SLT or Laramie only.

The Ram ST is the bare-bones trim level that comes with 17-inch steel wheels, vinyl upholstery and flooring, a 40/20/40-split front bench seat, air-conditioning, an electronic vehicle information display, a tilt steering wheel and a six-speaker stereo with a CD player and auxiliary audio jack. Power windows and door locks are standard on Crew Cab models, while regular cabs have manual controls.

Powertrains and Performance
The 2011 Dodge Ram 2500 for sale at Don White's Timonium Chrysler Jeep Dodge is available with rear-wheel or four-wheel drive (4WD is electronically engaged at the high trim levels and mechanically engaged at the lowest one). The 4WD version has a solid front axle and recirculating-ball steering setup, while the 2WD model gets an independent front suspension and rack-and-pinion steering.

Every Ram 2500 comes standard with a 5.7-liter V8 engine that produces 383 hp and 400 lb-ft of torque. The 5.7 is paired with a five-speed automatic. The optional engine is a 6.7-liter turbodiesel inline-6 that produces 350 hp and 650 lb-ft of torque. The diesel can be paired to either a six-speed manual or a six-speed automatic transmission. A 4WD 2500 Power Wagon equipped with the gasoline V8 goes from zero to 60 mph in 8.1 seconds.

Opting for the diesel will also get you an exhaust brake. Typically seen only on big rigs, an exhaust brake provides additional stability and braking power when towing very heavy loads. And those loads can be quite substantial, considering the Ram 2500's maximum tow rating of 15,450 pounds and payload capacity of 3,120 pounds when properly equipped.

Safety
Standard safety equipment for the 2011 Dodge Ram 2500 includes antilock disc brakes and side curtain airbags. Optional on the SLT and standard on the Laramie are power-adjustable pedals. A Dodge Ram Power Wagon comes to a stop from 60 mph in 141 feet.

Interior Design and Special Features
The Ram 2500 takes a page out of the Ram 1500's playbook by offering the best interior among all pickups. On the higher trim levels, soft-touch materials and tasteful stitching are abundant throughout the cabin, while the plush seats and metallic accents are impressive. Interior storage is generous, with plenty of bins and pockets to supplement the dual gloveboxes.