The Ram 2500 is one of the most popular full-size pickups on our forum with recent overland equipped offerings such as this 1998 with an Outfitter Manufacturing camper, 2004 with a Leer camper shell, and a heavily modified 2022 with a GCI Traytec Premium canopy. It’s not hard to see why this pickup has become so popular within the segment considering its 4WD capability, solid axles, Cummins motor, generous payload and towing capacity, and well-equipped interior. Not to mention that it enjoys access to extensive aftermarket support from the likes of industry giant AEV (American Expedition Vehicles). It’s often the platform of choice for remote backcountry travel, as demonstrated by drool-worthy rigs from No Limit BMORE, Rebel Off Road, and Enduro Campers. If you’d like to learn more about the 2500, then listen to Scott Brady and Matt Scott Deep Dive the Ram HD AEV Prospector on the Overland Journal Podcast. Cue today’s 2004 Ram 2500 (174,100 miles), showcasing over $35,000 in parts and upgrades and powered by the legendary 5.9-liter Cummins.
From the Seller:
“I bought this truck about four years ago as my kids were getting too big for the Jeep I had. I am not sure there is a part that has not been upgraded on the truck. All the parts are top-notch and I have receipts for some of the parts. Inside the bed, there are some minor chips in the Linex liner, and the power adjuster on the passenger mirror doesn’t work. There is some clearcoat peeling on the driver’s fender. Other than that, everything works and looks as it should.”
2004 Ram 2500
The 2500 is fitted with a 5.9-liter Cummins diesel that produces 215 horsepower and 420 pound-feet of torque (today’s example has been extensively uprated). A legendary motor is matched with impressive capability thanks to 4WD, high and low range, lifted and uprated suspension, and armor. A wealth of backcountry attributes are balanced with driver comforts that include:
- Leather interior
- Kenwood stereo with backup camera
- Cruise control
- Power steering, windows, locks, and mirrors
- Air-conditioning
Distinguishing Features
- Thuren suspension and track bar, King Pintop 2.5 shocks and bump stops, Carli heavy-duty rear leaf springs and Thuren front coil springs, King steering stabilizer, and more
- Method wheels with BFGoodrich KO2 tires
- Hella lighting
- ARB front bumper
- Custom-welded rock sliders
- Fender flares and mud flaps
- Snugtop canopy
This 2004 Ram 2500 is listed for $33,500 OBO and is currently located in Helena, Montana. Check the full vehicle specifications via the original Expedition Portal forum post here.
Our No Compromise Clause: We do not accept advertorial content or allow advertising to influence our coverage, and our contributors are guaranteed editorial independence. Overland International may earn a small commission from affiliate links included in this article. We appreciate your support.
