2017 Ram Prospector XL w/ 2018 Four Wheel Campers Hawk :: Featured Classified

The Ram AEV (“American Expedition Vehicles”) Prospector has been coined the “North American Unimog,” and is a pinnacle choice for overlanding, as discussed on the Overland Journal podcast. Automotive expert and contributor Christophe Noel states, “Like everything AEV builds, the Prospector is refined, perfectly executed, and represents the best possible version of a Ram truck. The AEV components mesh with the OEM product perfectly. It is not only a striking truck to behold, it performs flawlessly. For those overlanders wanting a platform they can use to tow or portage heavy loads, while not sacrificing off-road performance, it has no apparent rival. Fitted with a slide-in camper the Prospector would be a capable traveler, undaunted by the ugliest terrain.” In all regards, it has been engineered for overlanding and is one of a select few modern trucks that I’d consider for my primary travel rig. With this in mind, cue today’s 2017 Ram Prospector XL (82,000 miles), which boasts the coveted Cummins diesel motor, a plethora of premium AEV upgrades, and is topped with a well appointed Four Wheel Campers Hawk. If that wasn’t enough, this rig was previously Rockford Fosgate’s 2017 SEMA build, which means it’s been upfitted with the ultimate no expense spared audio system (see original listing for details). Needless to say, at $90,000 this turnkey full size package represents impressive value when you consider that a new PXL will set you back the best part of $150,000 before you make any upgrades or add a camper. So, if you’re in the market for a pinnacle expedition ready rig for domestic and international travel, look no further.

From the Seller:

“This build was the evolution of 8 years of a growing love of accessing locations others can’t. The Four Wheel Campers Hawk was bought new in 2018 and originally installed on a 2017 Tundra. Realizing that wasn’t the right truck, I ordered an F-250 Tremor when Ford announced them in 2019. Unfortunately, after 6 months, I was in an accident that totaled the truck (luckily the camper was not onboard). 2020 (Covid) was a bad time to buy a new truck, but as luck would have it, this beautiful and capable Prospector XL was being sold by a gentleman who got it directly from Rockford Fosgate (it was their 2017 SEMA build). That was on a Wednesday, by Saturday I had flown to Phoenix to drive the truck back to Oregon. I now have my dream build, which has since taken me all over the west. It is a big truck but it will get you there. It handled the Lippincott Pass in Death Valley without an issue. The interior makes the miles comfortable, the capability makes the trails easier and attainable, and the sound system makes everything better. We are parting with this setup as my wife and I have decided to go with a flatbed FWC on a 2022 Prospector XL 3500 as part of our retirement plan.”

2017 Ram 2500 Prospector XL

The 2500 is powered by a 6.7 liter turbo diesel that produces 370 horsepower and a considerable 800 pound-feet of torque. An exceptionally powerful and long lived motor is matched with legendary capability thanks to 4WD, high and low range, AEV gearing package, armor, a lifted and uprated suspension, solid axles, and a snorkel. Inside these rugged backcountry attributes are balanced with a luxurious interior with driver comforts that include:

Power steering, windows, locks, and mirrors
Cruise control
Powered and heated leather seats with AEV headrests
Multi function steering wheel
Center console with Console Vault
Infotainment system with navigation
USB, 12 volt, and 115 volt outlets
Keyless entry with pushbutton start
ParkView rear backup camera and Park Assist
Overhead console with storage
Power adjustable pedals
Cupholders
Dual zone climate control
AEV cluster and Procal
Rockford Fosgate custom audio system upgrade (full details here)

Distinguishing Features

Four Wheel Campers Hawk Front Dinette (2018) with Reico mechanical jacks and upgraded brackets, roof mounted Yakima tracks, Thermal Pack, roof vents (2), refrigerator (85 liters), and exterior LED lighting
Forced air furnace with thermostat
Water heater, 6 gallons, with outside shower
House battery system with 180 watts of Redarc solar and MPPT controller
AEV Dual Sport suspension, 3 inch lift, and rear Air bags
AEV fender flares
AEV front bumper with Warn 16.5 winch and rear Rig’d UltraSwing Spare Tire Mount with matching full size spare
Vision X 30 inch light bar and fog lights and Rigid Industries lighting with AEV sPOD switch pod
AEV bed rack
AMP Research retractable steps and rear step
AEV Katla wheels with Toyo tires (includes AEV full size spare wheel with vertical mount)
AEV custom hood paint appearance
Kleinn train horn with onboard air
Banks exhaust system
Pedal commander

This 2017 Ram Prospector XL with a 2018 Four Wheel Camper Hawk is listed for $90,000 and is currently located in Oregon. Check the full vehicle specifications via the original Expedition Portal forum post here.