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2018 Ram 2500 AEV Prospector XL Clone w/ MITS Flatbed and Four Wheel Campers Hawk

Ram 2500 Prospector

The Ram 2500/3500 has become one of the most desirable full-size trucks within the segment. Out of the box, this model is well equipped for exploration thanks to a body-on-frame architecture, Cummins motor, 4WD, solid axles, considerable payload, and access to rugged factory options such as the Off Road Package. The interior is also class-leading, especially when specified with the higher trims, which are more akin to a luxury SUV than a commercial pickup. It’s also the aftermarket darling with huge support from the likes of industry leaders American Expedition Vehicles (AEV) , which offer a comprehensive Prospector package that reimagines the Ram from the ground up with parts and accessories that meet or exceed OEM quality and safety standards. The result has been coined the “North American Unimog,” and is, for all intents and purposes, optimized for when the tarmac ends. With this in mind, cue today’s 2018 Ram 2500 Crew Cab Laramie (77,000 miles), which has been upfitted with the Prospector package, MITS Alloy flatbed, and a Four Wheel Campers Hawk. The specifications for this build are extensive, with more than $172,000 invested into the build, which makes it an impressive value at $135,000. So if you’re looking for a turnkey, overland-ready, full-size package, then look no further.

Ram 2500 Prospector

Ram 2500 Prospector

Ram 2500 Prospector

Four Wheel Campers HawkFrom the Seller:

“This 2500 was built between October (2025) and January of this year and has less than 3,000 miles on the finished project. It was built to be four-season overland-ready and is in all regards engineered for off-grid exploration. It’s an AEV Prospector clone and thus upfitted with top-tier parts and accessories that will provide years of hassle-free adventure. This pinnacle foundation has been topped with a customized MITS Alloy Tray and a fully equipped Four Wheel Campers Hawk. The camper alone has an MSRP of $80,000 with $10,000 of this being dealer-installed upgrades. The Cummins diesel has a legendary reputation for longevity, but I’ve taken this a step further by bulletproofing any known weaknesses to create a true ‘million-mile motor.’ So why am I selling? I love building rigs (often building one a year), and this is not my first (I’ve had previous rigs publicized in Tread Magazine) and won’t be my last.”

Prospector

Prospector

Four Wheel Campers

Ram 2500 2018 Ram 2500 Crew Cab Laramie 

The 2500 is fitted with a 6.7-liter Cummins diesel that produces 370 horsepower and a considerable 800 pound-feet of torque (range provided via 52-gallon Titan fuel tank). A dependable motor is matched with impressive capability thanks to a heavy-duty 4WD system, high and low range, solid axles, armor, a rear ARB locker, a lifted and uprated suspension, Yukon 4.10 gears, a winch, and intelligent onboard assists such as Hill Descent Control. Inside, these rugged attributes are balanced with a luxurious interior with driver comforts that include:  

  • Powered, heated, and ventilated leather seats 
  • Heated multi-function steering wheel 
  • Infotainment system (8.4-inch screen) with premium audio 
  • Keyless entry/go and auto remote start
  • Engine block heater 
  • Off Road Package 
  • Cruise control 
  • Center console with cupholders 
  • USB ports and 12-/115-volt outlets 
  • Dual-zone climate control 
  • Parking sensors and Parkview backup camera 
  • Safety Group
  • AMP Research Powerstep XL powered running boards
  • Morimoto XB headlights  
  • Ceramic window tint

Ram 2500

Ram 2500

Ram 2500

Four Wheel Campers Hawk Distinguishing Features

Below is a selection of notable highlights. See the original listing for full details. 

  • Four Wheel Campers Hawk (Metallic Charcoal) with rear dinette seating, Peyton Granite fabric, Thermal Package, powered roof actuators with remote, upgraded wiring throughout, aluminum roof rack, queen to king bed slide (with underbed storage), interior/exterior LED lighting, and Torklift Glowstep stairs 
  • MITS Alloy flatbed custom painted to match Ram (and Line X sprayed to top of flated), 8-gallon headboard water tank, 5-foot rear under-tray drawer, flared mud guards, and front and rear under-tray tool boxes
  • AEV Katla wheels with BFGoodrich KO3 A/T tires 
  • ARB dual compressor 
  • AEV Dualsport XP suspension with 3-inch lift and Air Lift Load Lifter 5000 air bags with remote
  • Expedition One Mule Ultra roof rack 
  • AEV front bumper with stinger and Warn winch with remote 
  • AEV Highmark front fender flares and rear mudflaps 
  • Climate control with Truma Varioheat furnace, Eco Flow Wave 2 air conditioner (and heater), and dual powered roof fans with remotes and magnetic light blocking covers
  • Dakota Lithium 135-amp-hour heated batteries (3), 1,159 watt hour detachable battery, Redarc Manager Alpha 75 with Redvision display, TVMS Rogue, 2,000-watt inverter, 300 watts of Sunflare Blox solar panels, USB ports and 12-volt outlets, shore power, and exterior solar port for portable solar 
  • Vision X lighting with auxbeam AR-800 RGB switch control panel (lighting, compressor, and locker can be controlled via Bluetooth app)
  • Refrigerator (85 liters) 
  • Cassette toilet 
  • Fiamma awning
  • Freshwater (20 gallons) water heater, inside/outside shower

MITS Tray

Winch

MITS Alloy tray

Cummins This 2018 Ram 2500 AEV Prospector XL Clone with a MITS Flatbed and Four Wheel Campers Hawk is listed for $135,000 (willing to separate truck and camper) and is currently located in Portland, Oregon. Check the full vehicle specifications via the original Expedition Portal forum post here.

Contact Information: 

Email: kevinjgordon@icloud.com
Tel: 503-970-1008

Ram 2500 Laramie

Ram 2500 Laramie

Four Wheel Campers Hawk

Four Wheel Campers Hawk

Four Wheel Campers Hawk

Ram 2500 Prospector

Ram 2500 Prospector

Ram 2500 Prospector

Ram 2500 Prospector

Ram 2500 Prospector

Ram 2500 Prospector Learn more about this Ram 2500 AEV Prospector XL Clone

No money in the bank, but gas in the tank. Our resident Bikepacking Editor Jack Mac is an exploration photographer and writer living full-time in his 1986 Vanagon Syncro but spends most days at the garage pondering why he didn’t buy a Land Cruiser Troopy. If he’s not watching the Lord of the Rings Trilogy, he can be found mountaineering for Berghaus, sea kayaking for Prijon, or bikepacking for Surly Bikes. Jack most recently spent two years on various assignments in the Arctic Circle but is now back in the UK preparing for his upcoming expeditions—looking at Land Cruisers. Find him on his website, Instagram, or on Facebook under Bicycle Touring Apocalypse.