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1997 Dodge Ram Van 3500 Maxi as selected, not confirmed by the VIN

2B7KB31Y1VK565341
5.2L V8 OHV 16V
Engine
4-Speed Automatic Overdrive
Transmission
RWD
Drive
Canada
Built in
No factory image on file
1997 Dodge Ram Van

VIN Breakdown

SegmentCodeMeaning
WMI · World Mfr ID 2B7 Dodge · North America · Canada
VDS · Descriptor KB31Y Ram Van 3500 Maxi
VIS · Vehicle ID 1VK565341 1997 · Serial 565341

Basic Information

MakeDodge
ModelRam Van
Year1997
Trim3500 Maxi
Body StyleCARGO VAN
ManufacturerDodge
CountryCanada

Engine & Performance

Engine5.2L V8 OHV 16V
Transmission4-Speed Automatic Overdrive
Drive TypeRWD
Serial Number565341

Possible Trims for This VIN

This VIN's pattern doesn't narrow down the trim level. It could be any of the following — the differences below are the only ones we can tell from the VIN.

  • 3500 Extended
    MSRP $20,300 · Overall Length 205.20 · Cargo Length 109.20, +11 more
    View this trim →
  • 3500 Maxi
    shown above
    MSRP $20,875 · Overall Length 231.20 · Cargo Length 135.20, +11 more

Basic Information

Model Year 1997
Make Dodge
Model Ram Van
Trim Level 3500 Maxi

Engine & Performance

SAE Net Torque @ RPM 295 @ 3200
Displacement 5.2L/318
SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM 225 @ 4400
Engine Type 5.2L V8 OHV 16V
Fuel System MPI

Transmission & Drivetrain

Transmission-short 4A OD
Transmission-long 4-Speed Automatic Overdrive
Driveline RWD

Dimensions & Weight

Curb Weight-manual 4640
Overall Length 231.20
Overall Width 79.80
Overall Height 79.90
Wheelbase 127.60
Cargo Length 135.20
Width at Wheelwell 50.00
Width at Wall 72.20
Standard Seating 2
Optional Seating 1
Standard Towing 2000
Maximum Towing 8700
Standard Payload 3870
Maximum Payload 4265
Height, Overall (in) 79.9
Width, Max w/o mirrors (in) 79.8
Wheelbase (in) 127.6
Curb Weight - Rear (lbs) 1895
Curb Weight - Front (lbs) 2520
Length, Overall w/rear bumper (in) 231.2

Features & Options

Power Door Locks Optional
Air Conditioning Optional
Cruise Control Optional
Cassette Player Optional
Power Windows Optional

Fuel & Economy

Tank 35.00
Fuel Economy-city 13 - 14
Fuel Economy-highway 17 - 18
EPA Fuel Economy Est - City (MPG) 14
EPA Fuel Economy Est - Hwy (MPG) 18

Safety & Braking

Anti-Brake System
Front Brake Type Disc
Rear Brake Type Drum
ABS Brakes Optional
Driver Airbag Standard

Suspension & Handling

Steering Type Recirc
Front Suspension Independent
Rear Suspension Live
Front Spring Type Coil
Rear Spring Type Leaf
Tilt Steering Optional

Other Specifications

Manufactured in CANADA
Body Style CARGO VAN
Turning Diameter 52.40
Tires 245/75R16
Front Headroom 40.50
Front Legroom 39.00
Front Shoulder Room 68.00
Ground Clearance 9.00
Track Front 67.50
Track Rear 64.00
Depth 53.20
Cargo Volume 304.50
Standard GVWR 8510
Maximum GVWR 9000
MSRP $20,875
Dealer Invoice $18,209
Full Size Spare Tire Standard
Gross Combined Wt Rating (lbs) 12,500
Ground Clearance, Front (in) 9.0
Rear Wheel Size (in) 16 x 6.0
Rear Tire Size LT225/75R16D
Front Tire Size LT225/75R16D
Ground Clearance, Rear (in) 10.0
Body Code 127" WB
Front Wheel Size (in) 16 x 6.0

Pattern Information

Pattern2B7KB31Y V
WMI 2B7 (Canada, North America)