Ram reveals the Hellcat-powered Rebel TRX concept

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Ram has revealed a 575 horsepower beast – the Rebel TRX concept! The Rebel TRX concept is powered by Chrysler’s supercharged 6.2-liter HEMI V-8 making it the most powerful factory-engineered half-ton pickup ever.

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The Rebel TRX concept’s V8 is mated to a TorqueFlite 8HP70 eight-speed automatic transmission and Ram’s 4×4 Performance Control System with a BorgWarner 44-45 transfer case. The system employs different modes of operation: Normal, Wet/Snow, Off-road and Baja. The Ram Rebel TRX concept uses a standard Ram 1500 front axle with an open differential and custom CV half-shafts to handle the wider track dimension. The spindles are moved forward to make room within the fender wells for the large 37-inch tires.

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In the rear, a Dynatrac Pro 60 axle spools power through an electric, selectable locker to 35-spline, 1.5-inch axle shafts. The locker is available in all modes and commits both rear wheels to traction at the same speed, spreads the torque load and maximizes the tractive effort in full-throttle maneuvers.

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“Ram Truck heads to the 2016 State Fair of Texas with a host of product news plus a new concept that pickup fans will truly appreciate – the Ram Rebel TRX concept was built specifically for this event and solidifies Ram Truck’s position as the off-road pickup leader,” said Mike Manley, Head of Ram Brand, FCA – Global. “With 575 supercharged horsepower and a suspension system built to withstand an all-day hammering, the Rebel TRX concept can devour the roughest terrain at more than 100 miles per hour and never look back.”