| Model Year | 1997 | Make | Dodge |
| Model | Ram 1500 | Trim Level | ST Club Cab 6.5-ft. Bed 2WD |
| Manufactured in | UNITED STATES | Body Style | EXTENDED CAB PICKUP 2-DR |
| Engine Type | 5.2L V8 OHV 16V | Driveline | RWD |
| Tank | 26.00 gallon | City MPG | 13 - 14 miles/gallon |
| Highway MPG | 17 - 19 miles/gallon | Anti-Brake System | 2-Wheel ABS | 4-Wheel ABS |
| Steering Type | Recirc | Front Brake Type | Disc |
| Rear Brake Type | Drum | Turning Diameter | 45.20 in. |
| Front Suspension | Ind | Rear Suspension | Live |
| Front Spring Type | Coil | Rear Spring Type | Leaf |
| Tires | 225/75R16 | Front Headroom | 40.20 in. |
| Rear Headroom | 39.40 in. | Front Legroom | 41.00 in. |
| Rear Legroom | 31.60 in. | Front Shoulder Room | 66.00 in. |
| Rear Shoulder Room | 67.70 in. | Front Hip Room | 65.60 in. |
| Rear Hip Room | 66.80 in. | Curb Weight | 4470 lbs |
| Curb Weight | 4504 lbs | Overall Length | 224.10 in. |
| Overall Width | 79.40 in. | Overall Height | 71.60 in. |
| Wheelbase | 138.70 in. | Ground Clearance | 7.50 in. |
| Track Front | 66.90 in. | Track Rear | 66.90 in. |
| Cargo Length | 77.50 in. | Width at Wheelwell | 50.00 in. |
| Width at Wall | 64.20 in. | Depth | 19.40 in. |
| Standard Seating | 6 | Optional Seating | No data |
| Passenger Volume | 111.30 cu.ft. | Cargo Volume | No data cu.ft. |
| Standard Towing | No data lbs | Maximum Towing | 7900 lbs |
| Standard Payload | 1930 lbs | Maximum Payload | 1930 lbs |
| Standard GVWR | 6400 lbs | Maximum GVWR | 6400 lbs |
| Warranty Duration | No data month | Warranty Distance | No data mile |
| Powertrain Warranty Duration | No data month | Powertrain Warranty Distance | No data mile |
| Rust-duration | No data month | Rust-distance | No data mile |
| MSRP | $18,550 USD | Dealer Invoice | $16,288 USD |
| Destination Charge | No data USD | Child Safety Door Locks | N/A |
| Locking Pickup Truck Tailgate | N/A | Power Door Locks | Opt. |
| Vehicle Anti-Theft | N/A | 4WD/AWD | N/A |
| ABS Brakes | Std. | Automatic Load-Leveling | N/A |
| Electronic Brake Assistance | N/A | Limited Slip Differential | N/A |
| Locking Differential | N/A | Traction Control | N/A |
| Vehicle Stability Control System | N/A | Driver Airbag | Std. |
| Front Side Airbag | N/A | Front Side Airbag with Head Protection | N/A |
| Passenger Airbag | N/A | Side Head Curtain Airbag | N/A |
| Second Row Side Airbag | N/A | Second Row Side Airbag with Head Protection | N/A |
| Electronic Parking Aid | N/A | First Aid Kit | N/A |
| Trunk Anti-Trap Device | N/A | Keyless Entry | N/A |
| Remote Ignition | N/A | Air Conditioning | Opt. |
| Separate Driver/Front Passenger Climate Controls | N/A | Cruise Control | Opt. |
| Tachometer | Opt. | Tilt Steering | Opt. |
| Tilt Steering Column | N/A | Heated Steering Wheel | N/A |
| Leather Steering Wheel | N/A | Steering Wheel Mounted Controls | N/A |
| Telescopic Steering Column | N/A | Adjustable Foot Pedals | N/A |
| Genuine Wood Trim | N/A | Tire Pressure Monitor | N/A |
| Trip Computer | N/A | AM/FM Radio | N/A |
| Cassette Player | Std. | CD Player | Opt. |
| CD Changer | N/A | DVD Player | N/A |
| Voice Activated Telephone | N/A | Navigation Aid | N/A |
| Second Row Sound Controls | N/A | Subwoofer | N/A |
| Telematics System | N/A | Driver Multi-Adjustable Power Seat | Opt. |
| Front Cooled Seat | N/A | Front Heated Seat | N/A |
| Front Power Lumbar Support | N/A | Front Power Memory Seat | N/A |
| Front Split Bench Seat | N/A | Leather Seat | Opt. |
| Passenger Multi-Adjustable Power Seat | N/A | Second Row Folding Seat | N/A |
| Second Row Heated Seat | N/A | Second Row Multi-Adjustable Power Seat | N/A |
| Second Row Removable Seat | N/A | Third Row Removable Seat | N/A |
| Cargo Area Cover | N/A | Cargo Area Tiedowns | N/A |
| Cargo Net | N/A | Load Bearing Exterior Rack | N/A |
| Pickup Truck Bed Liner | N/A | Power Sunroof | N/A |
| Removable Top | N/A | Manual Sunroof | N/A |
| Automatic Headlights | N/A | Daytime Running Lights | N/A |
| Fog Lights | N/A | High Intensity Discharge Headlights | N/A |
| Pickup Truck Cargo Box Light | N/A | Running Boards | N/A |
| Front Air Dam | N/A | Rear Spoiler | N/A |
| Skid Plate | N/A | Splash Guards | N/A |
| Wind Deflector for Convertibles | N/A | Power Sliding Side Van Door | N/A |
| Power Trunk Lid | N/A | Alloy Wheels | Opt. |
| Chrome Wheels | N/A | Full Size Spare Tire | Std. |
| Run Flat Tires | N/A | Steel Wheels | N/A |
| Power Windows | Opt. | Electrochromic Exterior Rearview Mirror | N/A |
| Glass Rear Window on Convertible | N/A | Heated Exterior Mirror | N/A |
| Electrochromic Interior Rearview Mirror | N/A | Power Adjustable Exterior Mirror | N/A |
| Deep Tinted Glass | N/A | Interval Wipers | N/A |
| Rain Sensing Wipers | N/A | Rear Window Defogger | N/A |
| Rear Wiper | N/A | Sliding Rear Pickup Truck Window | N/A |
| Tow Hitch Receiver | N/A | Towing Preparation Package | N/A |
