How quick is the 2017 Ram 3500 HD dually crew cab 4×4 Limited at 0-60 MPH? We test it and the other two duallies (Ford Super Duty and Chevy Silverado HD) to find out. We ran them back-to-back at our test facility.
Third is the Ram with the tried and true Cummins inline-6 engine. The “high output” 6.7L turbo-diesel still produces 385 horsepower @ 2,800 rpm and 900 lb-ft of torque @ 1,700 rpm. It is still backed by the 6-speed Aisin automatic transmission. It’s hard to believe that this monstrous torque is no longer class leading.
We run the dually 0-60 MPH tests in 2WD and with traction control/stability control systems disabled. We find this is the best way to launch these big and heavy beasts. The four rear tires provide good traction, and the additional drag of the 4×4 system is not there to slow it down. We complete several runs in each truck to get the best acceleration time.
The heavy duty pickup truck power wars are getting ever hotter. Ford, GM, and Ram all have turbo-diesel engine with at least 900 lb-ft of torque. We will be doing every type of test we can physically do in a week: Ike Gauntlet towing, highway towing MPG loops, performance tests, and more.
