The Ram 2500 is one of the most popular trucks on our forum, with recent adventure-equipped examples including this 2005 SLT, 2010 w/ Custom Phoenix camper, and 2021 AEV Prospector XL. From the factory, the 2500 was intended as a commercial workhorse, but thanks to powerful motors, a generous payload, 4WD, and solid axles, it’s also ideally suited to rugged exploration. It was for these reasons and more that it was featured in our Full-Size Truck of the Year with Scott Brady stating, “While the Power Wagon gets all the off-road attention, the 2500 and 3500s have quietly overtaken the #1 seat in the full-size overland segment.” Cue today’s 2000 Ram 2500 Sport 4×4 (86,000 miles), which has been tastefully uprated and topped with a Northstar TC800 Camper. There’s no shortage of inspiring adventure-ready builds online from the likes of Wolfpac Outdoors, No Limit Bmore, and Rebel Outdoors. Alternatively, learn more about the realities of backcountry travel in a Ram 2500 by reading Roaming the West by Ron Moon.
From the Seller:
“The driver front fender and top of the grill have clear coat failure (which is common). I would like to sell it as a package with the 2013 Northstar camper. I will split, but the camper needs to sell first. The truck is fully loaded with almost every available option from the factory.”
2000 Ram 2500 Sport 4×4 Extended Cab Long Bed
The Ram 2500 is fitted with an 8.0-liter motor that produces 310 horsepower and 450 pound-feet of torque. A powerful V10 is matched with all-terrain capability thanks to 4WD, high and low range, a rear limited slip differential, armor, and Dana axles. Inside these rugged credentials are balanced with driver comforts that include:
- Powered and heated leather seats
- Trailer tow and heavy-duty service groups
- JVC stereo
- Power steering, windows, and locks
- Center console with cupholders
Distinguishing Features
- Bilstein 5160 remote reservoir shocks
- Aluminum wheels with BFGoodrich A/T tires
- Northstar TC800 camper
- Freshwater, 30 gallons, with heater
- Engel MT45 45-liter compressor fridge
- Goal Zero portable solar panels
- Heater
This 2000 Ram 2500 Sport 4×4 with a Northstar TC800 Camper is listed for $22,500 (or $14,000 truck/$11,500 camper) and is currently located in San Diego, California. Check the full vehicle specifications via the original Expedition Portal forum post here.
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