The 5.7-litre HEMI V8 is now officially in run-out across the RAM Trucks Australia range.
With HEMI V8 engine production ending in the U.S. for RAM 1500 DT trucks, it marks the end of a production run that can trace its roots back to 1951.
A HEMI V8 engine is so called thanks to the shape of the cylinder head’s combustion chamber – a scooped out half circle or hemisphere – which allowed the spark plugs to be positioned closer to shorten the burn distance of the air/fuel mixture. This unique hemisphere shape meant domed pistons were used to produce sufficient compression, which allowed for an increase in engine power.
The third generation HEMI V8 first saw action in pick-up trucks in 2003.
“While we have exciting news ahead for what will power future RAM Trucks, once these history-making HEMI V8s are gone, they’re gone,” said Jeff Barber, General Manager, RAM Trucks Australia.
The RAM 1500 HEMI V8 Runout is on now while stocks last. Check the Ram Trucks website for more.
Source: Motor Trader e-Magazine (November 2024)
26 November 2024