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2027 Ram 1500 Rumble Bee Muscle Trucks Launch All-new Pickup Performance Subsegment
Ram is tying its participation in the NASCAR Truck Series to an all-new subsegment of muscle trucks featuring three HEMI®-powered variants that deliver enough attitude and performance to satisfy any right foot. Power comes from a choice of the proven 5.7-liter HEMI V-8, legendary 6.4-liter 392 HEMI V-8 or range-topping 6.2-liter supercharged Hellcat HEMI V-8 with a mind-blowing 777 horsepower. The top level Rumble Bee SRT crushes 0-60 mph in 3.4 seconds, rips through the quarter-mile in 11.6 seconds at 116 mph, and rockets to a targeted top speed of 170 mph, setting a record as the most powerful, quickest and fastest V-8-powered production pickup ever.
“There was a time when pickup trucks were considered work vehicles," said Kuniskis. "Today, Ram has a truck for every customer — from the work-ready Tradesman to full-blown luxury in Tungsten. That kind of range makes it hard to predict the second vehicle for a customer. But, for muscle car owners, data proves it’s a pickup and the connection has been staring us in the face since the era reignited almost two decades ago.
"Somehow, the idea of muscle trucks was labeled unnecessary, but since that describes so many products that captivated enthusiasts' hearts, minds and wallets, Ram is going all-in, pushing for the last 10th with a full-range of Rumble Bee muscle trucks.”
20 years ago, Ram discontinued production of the original muscle truck, the 8.4-liter V-10, 500-horsepower Ram 1500 SRT10 “Viper truck.” Since then, the pickup segment has been left with a void. Now, Ram is launching a lineup of muscle trucks to reignite passion for performance pickups, including an SRT variant that pushes the limits of a half-ton pickup platform.
Powertrain
The entry point to Ram’s new muscle trucks is the 2027 Ram 1500 Rumble Bee with the 345-cu.-in. (5.7-liter) HEMI V-8, producing 395 horsepower at 5,600 rpm and 410 lb.-ft. of torque at 3,950 rpm. Code named Eagle, the engine uses the legendary muscle car formula of cam-in-block push rod design, but with modern hardware, like variable valve timing, operated via an oil control valve that lubricates a unique camshaft sprocket and phasing device to adjust camshaft timing.
Aluminum cylinder heads include two valves per cylinder, pulling air from an active intake manifold with a short runner valve to optimize torque and horsepower. At lower engine speeds, the valve closes, resulting in improved low-end torque from the longer runners. At higher engine speeds, the valve opens, diverting the incoming air into the center of the manifold. The shorter runners result in improved horsepower and an optimized powerband.
A black-painted iron block houses a crankshaft that pushes pistons at a 90-degree angle with 1-8-4-3-6-5-7-2 firing order. Engine compression tops out at 9.5:1 in each cylinder, where two spark plugs ensure proper ignition. Like its 6.2- and 6.4-liter V-8 siblings, the 5.7-liter HEMI Rumble Bee forgoes eTorque and stop/start technology, but does feature the Multi-displacement System (MDS), which reduces pumping losses on cylinders 4, 3, 5 and 2 during light-load driving to save fuel.
Horsepower is routed through Ram’s TorqueFlite eight-speed automatic transmission (8HP75) with both automatic and manual shifting capability controlled via aluminum paddle shifters or the G/T console shifter. The transmission design optimizes power delivery and fuel economy, depending on load and the weight of a driver’s right foot.
Every Rumble Bee includes full-time active four-wheel drive, thanks to the Borg Warner 48-11 transfer case with a variable torque split in four-wheel drive. Being keenly aware of the pure nature of Rumble Bee, designers and engineers also integrated a button next to the console shifter that disconnects the front axle for true rear-wheel-drive-only operation.
The 5.7-liter Rumble Bee uses a 3.92 ring and pinion ratio for optimized acceleration. The 250mm (nearly 10-inch) rear axle includes a conventional differential or optional asymmetric limited slip differential (late availability).
Rumble Bee 392 and Rumble Bee 392 Track Pack deliver on a long-time request for more displacement in the Ram 1500 with the platform’s first application of the 392-cu.-in. (6.4-liter) HEMI V-8. Code name Apache after the renowned attack helicopter, the larger and more powerful HEMI V-8 delivers 470 horsepower at 6,000 rpm and 455 lb.-ft. torque at 4,200 rpm. The same cam-in-block, push-rod, aluminum-head design includes variable valve timing, but with 2.14-inch intake valves and 1.65-inch exhaust valves for more breathing room.
Although based on the 5.7-liter HEMI, the Apache shares very few parts with its smaller displacement brother. Within the 392 iron block, an upgraded forged steel crankshaft and hypereutectic cast aluminum pistons with floating pins deliver a 10.9:1 compression ratio. Power is transferred through the same quick-shifting TorqueFlite eight-speed automatic transmission (8HP75).
Rumble Bee 392 employs the same 250mm rear axle with a 3.92 ring and pinion ratio, while the Track Pack gains an electronic spool differential that can electronically lock the axle to command an even torque split between both rear tires. Operated via a button located to the right of the steering wheel, the electronic spool differential is intended for drag race starts and burning rubber. An asymmetric limited slip differential remains an optional upgrade on both 392 variants (late availability).
Sitting at the top of the muscle truck lineup, the Rumble Bee SRT must adhere to the self-imposed pillars of SRT performance: awe-inspiring powertrain, mission-specific chassis, performance interior / UX and function-driven exterior. The Ram 1500 Rumble Bee SRT follows the awe-inspiring power edict of SRT with the high-performance, 6.2-liter supercharged HEMI V-8 engine, code name Hellcat. This variant of the HEMI is the most powerful internal combustion engine ever offered in a production pickup.
The Hellcat engine features the same 4.09-inch (103.9mm) bore as the 6.4-liter HEMI and the same 3.578-inch (90.9mm) stroke as the 5.7-liter HEMI, giving it a total displacement of 376 cu.-in. or 6.2 liters. The supercharger is a 145-cu.-in. (2.4-liter) twin screw design with integrated charge coolers capable of producing 13 psi of boost. The Ram 1500 Rumble Bee SRT pushes 777 horsepower at 6,500 rpm and 680 lb.-ft. of torque at 4,800 rpm. The orange-painted block includes a forged steel crankshaft and hypereutectic cast aluminum pistons with floating pins, good for a 9.5:1 compression ratio. A more robust version of the TorqueFlite eight-speed automatic transmission (8HP95) reliably handles the additional power.
Thermal management is arguably the most demanding challenge with this level of performance. Rumble Bee SRT is designed to handle racetrack duty cycles in 100-degree heat. Leveraging the unique performance fascia for increased airflow, SRT engineers designed an all-new cooling system to manage engine coolant and oil temperatures. The fascia design also flows more air to the front brakes to assist with cooling and Rumble Bee’s gut-departing braking performance.
SRT engineers selected a ring and pinion ratio of 3.55 to match the supercharged torque and to chase a record-breaking top speed of 170 mph. The rear axle also includes the electronic spool function to evenly distribute power to the massive 325mm rear tires while in rear-wheel-drive mode. An optional track-tuned asymmetric limited slip properly distributes torque in track driving conditions.
0-60 mph (seconds) - Quarter mile (seconds) - Quarter mile (mph)
Rumble Bee 6.1 - 14.6 - 93
Rumble Bee 392 5.2 - 13.2 - 101
Rumble Bee SRT 3.4 - 11.6 - 116
Engineering
In terms of driving dynamics, the engineering team’s primary challenge was to make Rumble Bee handle “untrucklike.” Often, truck owners ride the top of the steering wheel, modulating the crown of the road, correcting for the occasional gust of wind that pushes the truck or trailer out of line. With up to 8,890 pounds of towing capacity and up to 1,160 pounds of payload, Ram engineers did not compromise truck duties, but Rumble Bee is different.
Rumble Bee’s unique handling characteristics begin with a modified frame design. A total of 13 inches of length is removed, reducing frame flex by 10% for greater rigidity and response to driver inputs. Taking more than a linear foot from the wheelbase of a half-ton truck may sound complicated, but Ram engineers and designers saw opportunity in the frame section immediately behind the cab B-pillars, creating the exclusive Quad Cab/short bed combination. Once the body and frame solutions were finalized, work was needed to adapt supporting systems. The driveshaft, wiring harness, fuel lines, brake lines and other connections were all shortened and now carry unique part numbers for the Rumble Bee application.
The Ram 1500 has two core suspension offerings: coil and air. Standard condition up front is an independent front suspension (IFS) coil system. The rear solid axle is controlled by Ram’s defining five-link coil system. The second suspension option is supported by Ram’s class-exclusive four-corner air suspension, replacing the coil springs at the same attachment points. Ram’s unique air suspension provides a comfortable ride and automatically levels the truck with payload or trailer load. The system further lowers the truck’s ride height for better aerodynamics at highway speed.
The Rumble Bee and Rumble Bee 392 both use steel suspension. The IFS short-long arm (SLA) design uses longer arms when compared to a standard Ram 1500, which gives Rumble Bee a 6.8-inch wider track width for increased stability and a menacing stance. In the rear, the axle is 7 inches wider than standard, also contributing to improved handling characteristics. Bilstein monotube performance shocks control compression and rebound with unique internals when compared to a standard Ram 1500. To further reduce body roll, the front and rear axles use robust stabilizer bars that limit sway, maintaining traction during high-G, spirited driving. This combination firms up the driving dynamics on the first two variants of Rumble Bee for true muscle-truck handling.
Front braking on Rumble Bee and Rumble Bee 392 is handled by 14.9-by-1.2-inch (378-by-30mm) vented discs with 2.2-inch (57mm) two-piston pin-slider calipers. The rear grips with 14.8-by-0.87-inch (375-by-22mm) discs with 2.2-inch (57mm) single-piston pin-slider calipers. Rumble Bee and Rumble Bee 392 are customizable with five different drive modes: auto, sport, snow, tow and custom. Each mode adjusts stability control, throttle mapping, braking and steering to assist the driver with the specific task.
For the Rumble Bee 392 Track Pack and Rumble Bee SRT, the air suspension option is the standard condition for its performance benefits. Although the damping is firmer and adjustable on the two top performers, the air suspension allows additional compliance during normal driving conditions while maintaining SRT’s control at the limit doctrine.
Rumble Bee 392 Track Pack and Rumble Bee SRT add a dedicated track driving mode and power-limiting valet mode for a total of seven driver selectable options: auto, sport, track, snow, tow, custom and valet. Like the coil sprung variants, the drive modes on these two trucks adjust stability control, throttle mapping, braking and steering, but add adjustable suspension to the equation, which can further lower the truck 1.5 inches for improved handling in track mode. In line with the four pillars of SRT, track mode also relaxes stability control, allowing spirited driving without excessive intrusion.
Bilstein Damptronic Sky dual-valve, semi-active performance shock absorbers cover each corner with internals built for the task of all-out performance. Dual electronic proportional valves continuously adjust damping forces for precise, independent control of compression and rebound. The combination of SRT suspension tuning and performance tires results in a skid pad improvement of more than 20% when compared to the entry level Rumble Bee, with 0.89g of lateral grip.
Braking on Rumble Bee 392 Track Pack and Rumble Bee SRT levels up to the mission-specific chassis directive of SRT, taking advantage of the bigger meats on all four corners. The braking system must properly meet SRT targets for track time on the most robust SRT Ram product to ever come from the organization. Up front, sombrero-size 16.1-by-1.65-inch (410-by-42mm) inverted hat (outboard venting) rotors with six-piston Brembo performance calipers are enough to put the truck into a nose wheelie. Every Rumble Bee features full-time active four-wheel drive and a “RWD” button. Rumble Bee 392 Track Pack and Rumble Bee SRT take performance a step further with a separate electronic spool button to allow for playful oversteer and smokey burnouts while in RWD mode.
Rumble Bee 392 Track Pack and Rumble Bee SRT also feature a dedicated launch control button for competition-level starts. Line up the truck on level ground, drop it into drive and switch to Sport or Track. Next, hit the physical launch button to the right of the steering wheel (or tap it in the performance pages), mash the brake and bury the throttle. When Rumble Bee gives you the green light, release the brake and hang on.
Aero
The standard Ram 1500 delivers an impressive coefficient of drag (Cd) of 0.357 — on par with many midsize SUVs. But with the Rumble Bee 392 Track Pack and Rumble Bee SRT, the trucks' more aggressive design prioritizes stability, cooling and downforce over efficiency. This deliberate trade-off is a clear example of function-driven design, where airflow is intentionally manipulated to enhance performance.
At speed, airflow becomes a powerful engineering tool. With more than 1,000 pounds of force impacting the front end of the truck at 170 mph, the Rumble Bee 392 Track Pack and Rumble Bee SRT efficiently manage the flow. Ram engineers worked closely with designers to harness the air to cool critical running gear, including the engine, brakes and transmission, but also to generate 192 pounds of positive downforce, countering lift as air moves under and around the truck at 170 mph. Four primary aerodynamic elements make this possible, each one an education in materials engineering.
Up front, a 4.5-inch front splitter serves both form and function. Its primary role is to properly divide airflow – both under the truck and into the grille – and to generate substantial downforce to keep the front end planted. At speed, the splitter operates just inches from the ground, balancing crucial airflow above and below the component for high-speed stability. The splitter is constructed from sheet molding compound (SMC), a high-strength, fiber-reinforced thermoset plastic commonly used in demanding automotive and structural applications.
Additional aerodynamic aids work largely out of sight. At 170 mph, airflow through the front grille becomes so substantial that some of it must be redirected after passing through the cooling stack. Beneath the engine, directly in the airflow path, a front aero shield links the splitter to the cradle and fascia. While it resembles a skid plate, the component plays a critical aerodynamic role. Made from polyethylene terephthalate (PET) thermoplastic, the shield is also engineered to contribute additional downforce. Ducts integrated into the front fascia also relieve frontal pressure and channel air directly to the brakes, reducing brake temperatures by more than 30%, depending on vehicle speed and ambient temperature.
At the rear, aerodynamic performance is equally intentional. While rear spoilers are uncommon on trucks, and even rarer as functional components, the Rumble Bee 392 Track Pack and Rumble Bee SRT require rear downforce to maintain high speed stability. Early simulations revealed the need for an aggressive design. The spoiler was redesigned from its original 45mm profile to a pronounced 80mm sweep. At speed, substantial force is applied to the top of the tailgate, balancing the downforce generated up front by the splitter and aero shield while helping maintain rear tire traction.
Despite its size, the rear spoiler remains fully compatible for real‑world truck duty. Designed to withstand tailgate operation and expected impacts, the spoiler is secured with eight mechanical attachment points and spans the width of the tailgate. It is constructed from durable thermoplastic polyolefin (TPO), chosen for its toughness, manufacturability and long‑term UV resistance.
The trifold tonneau cover is a popular Ram 1500 feature, but the standard soft construction allows excessive surface deformation under aerodynamic load at high speeds. For this reason, Rumble Bee 392 Track Pack and Rumble Bee SRT feature an optional, trifold, hard tonneau cover. The increased structural rigidity limits deflection under pressure, enabling the cover to manage airflow more predictably. As vehicle speed increases, aerodynamic loading on the cover generates stabilizing downforce at the rear of the truck, improving balance and high speed stability while maintaining the packaging efficiency and accessibility of a tri-fold design.
Exterior Design
This first-time offering of a Quad Cab/short bed (overall length 219.5 inches) with a widebody stance (88 inches) gave Ram designers compelling proportions when creating Rumble Bee. Removing 13 inches of frame between the axles provided additional freedom for designers to sketch a truck that belongs on a racetrack.
No detail was spared, and even badging design was a noteworthy event. Designers reached into Mopar world visuals from the 1960s for inspiration and created an updated Rumble Bee character that evokes Ram’s performance heritage. The logo makes three appearances in the muscle truck lineup, changing in color, wing design and attitude with increasing performance. The first Rumble Bee features the head of an angry bee in Satin Black and Dark Neutral Metallic with the body of a HEMI V-8 engine and a stinger leading its charge. Rumble Bee 392 and Rumble Bee 392 Track Pack feature the same bee, but with the stinger in Satin Black and the body in Prowler Yellow. The most threatening bee marks the SRT version, covered in Satin Black and Spitfire Orange stripes with swept-back wings and a stinger ripping first without fear.
For the body design, Rumble Bee and Rumble Bee 392 feature an aggressive front grille, premium front and rear LED lighting and widebody fenders. Body-color fender flares and bumpers help plant the truck visually, emphasizing its heroic width and leveraging the breadth of colors available, including Detonator Yellow, Molten Red and Ceramic Gray. The performance design theme demanded unique, smaller mirrors — a first-time offering for Ram. This allowed a shorter mounting arm, bringing the assembly tighter to the body for a more aggressive look. Rumble Bee naturally sits low, allowing ease of entry and exit without the need for sidesteps. Optional bedside graphics are available on all Rumble Bee versions, amplifying the angry bee icon down the side of the truck.
Wheels on the Rumble Bee and Rumble Bee 392 measure 22 inches by 10 inches with 285/45R22 all-season tires. A 20-by-10-inch wheel with 305/50R20 all-season tires will be available following launch.
The tough, stocky presence levels up with a dramatic departure on Rumble Bee 392 Track Pack and Rumble Bee SRT — trucks that are technically rendered to both complement and augment performance. Design and engineering go hand in hand when performance and aerodynamics are priorities. As such, significant care was taken in developing these two Rumble Bee variants to ensure they align with SRT’s function-driven exterior philosophy while delivering on the aggressive looks expected of a Ram performance product.
Functional elements, like air intakes, are executed in a way that not only performs, but also evokes a visceral, emotional connection with the truck. Design cues, like the deep chin splitter and aggressive rear spoiler, further draw a lineage to the OG muscle truck — the Ram SRT10. Like the original “Viper truck,” the Rumble Bee 392 Track Pack and Rumble Bee SRT are unapologetically evil, menacing and purposeful in their appearance.
That menacing face pushes an enormous volume of air, which in turn demands aggressive, functional styling. Designers funnel air into different areas for maximum cooling and downforce, including a functional induction hood that feeds cool air to the HEMI powerplants and a tri-fold, hard tonneau cover. Pronounced lower grille openings, in place of a traditional steel bumper, further guide air through the racecar-style fascia to feed the induction chiller, brakes, radiator, transmission cooler and oil cooler. An optional matte black hood graphic adds visual contrast while also reducing glare on the windshield for track driving.
Rumble Bee 392 Track Pack and Rumble Bee SRT feature an all-new, unique 22-by-12-inch wheel design that can mount the second-widest rear tire the company has ever offered — 325mm — only beat by the legendary Viper. The tire and wheel package are matched to the overall 88-inch width of the truck and add to the broad-shouldered appearance.
Looking from the rear, the tire and body width ratio make the 392 Track Pack and SRT appear as if they should be lining up at the dragstrip. The SRT previews a unique Blacktop exterior paint package that covers the hood and roof in Diamond Black Crystal Pearl-Coat for a customized look.
Representing a return to truck design that makes your hair stand up and gives you goosebumps, Rumble Bee’s performance-oriented fascia, integrated fender flares, heroically wide wheels, deep splitter, purposeful tailgate spoiler and wide stance create a cohesive whole and send a powerful message: this truck is an emotional experience without peers.
Interior Design
Rumble Bee takes a page from the interior design ethos of muscle cars with a focus on connecting the driver to the engine. The pieces of the interior that receive the most attention support this mission.
Manually operated cloth buckets with medium Greystone accent stitching hold the driver in place, while a G/T console shifter adds a tactile element to gear changes. To guide the front wheels, designers added a flat-bottom performance steering wheel with aluminum paddle shifters and thumb rests carved into the leather rim. Rumble Bee includes a G/T transfer case switch bank to the right of the steering wheel with dedicated buttons for RWD, launch control and electronic spool, when equipped.
Designers longed for a heritage, analog gauge cluster, but without a 170-mph unit in the parts bin, they instead opted for a full-color 12.3-inch digital display with a unique Rumble Bee start-up graphic. A Uconnect touchscreen radio, measuring 8.4 inches on the entry level Rumble Bee, replaces the standard 8-track players of the past and offers Apple CarPlay and Android Auto across the lineup.
Interior trim rings and surrounds finished in Black Onyx Chrome round out the interior and set the tone — dark, sinister and purposeful. Stepping up to Rumble Bee 392 adds a 10-way power cloth bucket seat for the driver and Twill Deco trim for the G/T console shifter and other interior trim pieces. Rumble Bee 392 is controlled through a fat-handed steering wheel with Prowler Yellow accent stitching that extends to the door panels and console. The 12.3-inch cluster has a unique Rumble Bee 392 start-up graphic, while the Uconnect touchscreen radio grows from 8.4 inches to 12 inches and powers a 10-speaker Alpine audio system.
Rumble Bee 392 Track Pack elevates style and premium content even further. Front occupants enjoy 12-way power adjustable leather and suede bucket seats with increased bolstering. The Prowler Yellow stitching found on the base 392 now extends to the door panels and shifter, and trim pieces like metal door sill plates add model-specific details.
Rear-cabin occupants also get premium treatment with matching Prowler Yellow accents on the door panels and leather seating. The interior of the Rumble Bee SRT is a bold expression of performance, where purposeful design and refined aesthetics come together to meet SRT owner expectations and functional demands. Designers push into material engineering to strike a precise balance between sport and luxury.
Unique Desert Orange stitching is placed on the steering wheel, front and rear door panels, leather dashboard and G/T console shifter, drawing a connection to the supercharged engine’s orange-painted block. Anyone stepping into a Rumble Bee SRT will immediately recognize what lies under the hood thanks to this detail.
Powered bucket seats are trimmed in ultra-premium Natura Plus leather and suede. Aggressive bolsters hug the driver with 12 different powered adjustments to properly position the pilot with controls. Suede also covers the headliner, visors and cabin pillars, which is esthetically pleasing with the added benefit of glare reduction. Carbon Fiber Deco trim adds visual flair throughout the interior and shows unmatched attention to detail in the pickup segment. The Carbon Fiber Deco panel on the passenger upper glove-box door even features an engraved relief for the Rumble Bee badge.
A genuine leather-wrapped horn pad with accent stitching adds a premium finish to the driver’s immediate view. Rumble Bee SRT also includes unique metal pedals with rubber pads for fast foot control of Ram’s most aggressive muscle truck variant.
UX and ADAS
Rumble Bee’s advanced cockpit starts with a 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster with exclusive detailing like a lit Rumble Bee badge, reconfigurable gauges and unique colors and graphics. These same unique graphics extend to the Uconnect screen, which varies in size depending on Rumble Bee variant. Drive modes and Performance Pages can be displayed on the central Uconnect touchscreen for quick reference.
The digital instrument cluster offers a wide range of customization, from basic speed readout to specific vehicle status information. Using buttons on the steering wheel, drivers can customize the screen with as much or as little information as they desire. The intuitive system can be arranged for a variety of views, with four independently customizable corners of the display that can show information like trip, trailer trip, oil temperature, battery voltage, oil life, outside temperature, distance to empty, time and compass direction. Two side barrel gauges include the menu screen. Once a screen layout is chosen, it becomes the default setting, remembering the driver’s selection on restart.
The 2027 Ram 1500 Rumble Bee’s advanced user experience also includes an available full-color Head-up Display (HUD) on the 392 and SRT. The system is configurable up to 10 inches and displays several different content areas at once, including a digital tachometer, active lane management, adaptive cruise control, turn-by-turn navigation, current speed, current gear and speed limit. All HUD settings can be personalized and saved within the driver's profile.
Rumble Bee offers three different Uconnect screen options: a horizontal 8.4-inch screen or premium 12- and 14.5-inch portrait-style screens on the 392 and SRT, respectively. The portrait-style Uconnect 5 touchscreens feature bonded, flush-mounted glass with reconfigurable capability and tailor-made graphics for the Rumble Bee.
Personalization is made easy with split screen functionality, operating two different applications at once, such as Apple CarPlay and HVAC controls. The driver can also select one application, such as navigation, across the entire touchscreen. Customers who prefer not to use the touchscreen for HVAC will find redundant controls located on both sides of the display for convenience.
Rumble Bee drivers can personalize their touchscreen controls with the drag-and-drop menu bar, which gives one-button access to the features and services they value most. Drivers can simply drag their favorite feature or service icon from the apps menu and move them to their Uconnect system’s main menu bar, like the available surround 360-degree camera system.
For those who like to record data, Performance Pages are available on Rumble Bee. The software provides access to real-time vehicle information, including timers (such as 0-60 mph elapsed time), g-force, gauges and engine performance. This data can be downloaded to a USB thumb drive, allowing for easy sharing of driving data.
Additional features of the Uconnect system:
Rumble Bee offers two different premium audio systems to immerse passengers in sound, including Alpine on the 392 and a Harman Kardon audio system with 19 speakers and a 10-inch subwoofer on the SRT. This is the first time Ram has squeezed 19 speakers into the Quad Cab body.
The premium Harman Kardon 12-channel audio system includes:
The SRT team took the already badass Rumble Bee and molded it under the four pillars of SRT. With a hearty dose of our “last 10th” philosophy, the SRT variant earns the title of the most powerful, quickest and fastest V-8-powered production truck, ever. SRT performance is built on a simple belief: real performance is multidimensional. It’s not enough to be fast in a straight line — the vehicle must deliver power you can control, stop and sustain. That philosophy comes to life through four core disciplines:
Awe-inspiring Powertrain: Whether burning high-octane fuel, pushing electrons or a combination of both, every
SRT is powered by a state of the art, awe-inspiring powertrain.
Mission-specific Chassis: Mission-specific tractive technologies, vehicle dynamics and best-in-class braking optimized for the objective.
Function-driven Exterior: Aggressive, purpose-driven shapes and modifications to manage cooling, clearances, downforce and drag.
Performance Interior / UX: Race-inspired, driver-centric mission control cockpit for the driving enthusiast.
The 2027 Ram 1500 Rumble Bee SRT is the first track-capable truck in more than 20 years.
2006 Ram SRT 10
500 horsepower
525 lb.-ft. of torque
4.9s
154 mph
2027 Rumble Bee SRT
777 horsepower
680 lb.-ft. of torque
3.4s
Top speed 170 mph (targeted)
Manufacturing
The 2027 Ram 1500 Rumble Bee is built in Saltillo, Mexico, and launches with the 5.7-liter HEMI V-8, with availability starting late 2026. Rumble Bee 392 and Rumble Bee SRT arrive in the first half of 2027.
Ram Brand
Ram offers a full lineup of pickups and commercial vehicles: light-duty Ram 1500, heavy-duty 2500/3500, 3500/4500/5500 chassis cab and ProMaster vans.
Ram light-duty and heavy-duty pickups offer products in the fastest growing segments within the pickup space, off-road and customized. Ram has introduced the largest variety of off-road performance trucks the brand has ever offered, including the new Ram 1500 TRX SRT with more horsepower per dollar than any other performance off-road pickup.
In the commercial business, Ram offers the chassis cab line with features to help customers and upfitters. Ram Professional is making considerable changes in process, execution and resources with a focus on commercial offerings, dedicated B2B-focused expertise, and sales and service support, which are critical to growing in this segment.
Ram continues to outperform the competition, setting the benchmark in the most important areas for truck buyers:
Ram is part of the portfolio of brands offered by leading global automaker and mobility provider Stellantis. For more information regarding Stellantis (NYSE: STLA), please visit www.stellantis.com.
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- Rumble Bee SRT features the most powerful V-8 engine ever offered in a production pickup truck: 777 horsepower from a 6.2-liter supercharged HEMI® with a top speed of 170 mph
- The new Rumble Bee lineup appeals to customers who love American muscle, may already have a muscle car and want a pickup that fits their lifestyle
- SRT performance division rips a page out of their newly relaunched NASCAR playbook to deliver the most track-capable production pickup truck in the world — Ram 1500 Rumble Bee SRT with a targeted top speed of 170 mph, quarter-mile time in 11.6 seconds, 0-60 mph time in 3.4 seconds and gut-departing braking performance
- Rumble Bee 392 is the first time the brand has offered the 392-cu.-in. (6.4-liter) HEMI V-8 variant in the Ram 1500 platform
- Rumble Bee boats up to 8,890 pounds of towing capacity and up to 1,160 pounds of payload capacity
- Rumble Bee SRT features massive 325/40R22 all-season tires on 22-by-12-inch wheels — the widest tire and wheel combination the company has ever offered on a production vehicle since the legendary Dodge Viper
- Rumble Bee features an exclusive combination of Quad Cab short bed for improved handing dynamics and appearance, with a wheelbase reduction of 13 inches
- Heroic, unduplicated proportions at 88 inches wide and 219.5 inches long create an opportunity for designers to mold a stocky muscle truck with content changes at each level of performance
- Driver controls essential to the muscle truck experience are shared across all Rumble Bee models — flat-bottom performance steering wheel, console shifter, paddle shifters
- Four Ram muscle truck offerings: Rumble Bee with 395 horsepower, Rumble Bee 392 with 470 horsepower, Rumble Bee 392 Track Pack with performance upgrades and Rumble Bee SRT with 777 horsepower
- Rumble Bee launches with the 5.7-liter HEMI V-8, with availability starting late 2026; Rumble Bee 392 and Rumble Bee SRT arrive in the first half of 2027
Ram is tying its participation in the NASCAR Truck Series to an all-new subsegment of muscle trucks featuring three HEMI®-powered variants that deliver enough attitude and performance to satisfy any right foot. Power comes from a choice of the proven 5.7-liter HEMI V-8, legendary 6.4-liter 392 HEMI V-8 or range-topping 6.2-liter supercharged Hellcat HEMI V-8 with a mind-blowing 777 horsepower. The top level Rumble Bee SRT crushes 0-60 mph in 3.4 seconds, rips through the quarter-mile in 11.6 seconds at 116 mph, and rockets to a targeted top speed of 170 mph, setting a record as the most powerful, quickest and fastest V-8-powered production pickup ever.
“There was a time when pickup trucks were considered work vehicles," said Kuniskis. "Today, Ram has a truck for every customer — from the work-ready Tradesman to full-blown luxury in Tungsten. That kind of range makes it hard to predict the second vehicle for a customer. But, for muscle car owners, data proves it’s a pickup and the connection has been staring us in the face since the era reignited almost two decades ago.
"Somehow, the idea of muscle trucks was labeled unnecessary, but since that describes so many products that captivated enthusiasts' hearts, minds and wallets, Ram is going all-in, pushing for the last 10th with a full-range of Rumble Bee muscle trucks.”
20 years ago, Ram discontinued production of the original muscle truck, the 8.4-liter V-10, 500-horsepower Ram 1500 SRT10 “Viper truck.” Since then, the pickup segment has been left with a void. Now, Ram is launching a lineup of muscle trucks to reignite passion for performance pickups, including an SRT variant that pushes the limits of a half-ton pickup platform.
Powertrain
The entry point to Ram’s new muscle trucks is the 2027 Ram 1500 Rumble Bee with the 345-cu.-in. (5.7-liter) HEMI V-8, producing 395 horsepower at 5,600 rpm and 410 lb.-ft. of torque at 3,950 rpm. Code named Eagle, the engine uses the legendary muscle car formula of cam-in-block push rod design, but with modern hardware, like variable valve timing, operated via an oil control valve that lubricates a unique camshaft sprocket and phasing device to adjust camshaft timing.
Aluminum cylinder heads include two valves per cylinder, pulling air from an active intake manifold with a short runner valve to optimize torque and horsepower. At lower engine speeds, the valve closes, resulting in improved low-end torque from the longer runners. At higher engine speeds, the valve opens, diverting the incoming air into the center of the manifold. The shorter runners result in improved horsepower and an optimized powerband.
A black-painted iron block houses a crankshaft that pushes pistons at a 90-degree angle with 1-8-4-3-6-5-7-2 firing order. Engine compression tops out at 9.5:1 in each cylinder, where two spark plugs ensure proper ignition. Like its 6.2- and 6.4-liter V-8 siblings, the 5.7-liter HEMI Rumble Bee forgoes eTorque and stop/start technology, but does feature the Multi-displacement System (MDS), which reduces pumping losses on cylinders 4, 3, 5 and 2 during light-load driving to save fuel.
Horsepower is routed through Ram’s TorqueFlite eight-speed automatic transmission (8HP75) with both automatic and manual shifting capability controlled via aluminum paddle shifters or the G/T console shifter. The transmission design optimizes power delivery and fuel economy, depending on load and the weight of a driver’s right foot.
Every Rumble Bee includes full-time active four-wheel drive, thanks to the Borg Warner 48-11 transfer case with a variable torque split in four-wheel drive. Being keenly aware of the pure nature of Rumble Bee, designers and engineers also integrated a button next to the console shifter that disconnects the front axle for true rear-wheel-drive-only operation.
The 5.7-liter Rumble Bee uses a 3.92 ring and pinion ratio for optimized acceleration. The 250mm (nearly 10-inch) rear axle includes a conventional differential or optional asymmetric limited slip differential (late availability).
Rumble Bee 392 and Rumble Bee 392 Track Pack deliver on a long-time request for more displacement in the Ram 1500 with the platform’s first application of the 392-cu.-in. (6.4-liter) HEMI V-8. Code name Apache after the renowned attack helicopter, the larger and more powerful HEMI V-8 delivers 470 horsepower at 6,000 rpm and 455 lb.-ft. torque at 4,200 rpm. The same cam-in-block, push-rod, aluminum-head design includes variable valve timing, but with 2.14-inch intake valves and 1.65-inch exhaust valves for more breathing room.
Although based on the 5.7-liter HEMI, the Apache shares very few parts with its smaller displacement brother. Within the 392 iron block, an upgraded forged steel crankshaft and hypereutectic cast aluminum pistons with floating pins deliver a 10.9:1 compression ratio. Power is transferred through the same quick-shifting TorqueFlite eight-speed automatic transmission (8HP75).
Rumble Bee 392 employs the same 250mm rear axle with a 3.92 ring and pinion ratio, while the Track Pack gains an electronic spool differential that can electronically lock the axle to command an even torque split between both rear tires. Operated via a button located to the right of the steering wheel, the electronic spool differential is intended for drag race starts and burning rubber. An asymmetric limited slip differential remains an optional upgrade on both 392 variants (late availability).
Sitting at the top of the muscle truck lineup, the Rumble Bee SRT must adhere to the self-imposed pillars of SRT performance: awe-inspiring powertrain, mission-specific chassis, performance interior / UX and function-driven exterior. The Ram 1500 Rumble Bee SRT follows the awe-inspiring power edict of SRT with the high-performance, 6.2-liter supercharged HEMI V-8 engine, code name Hellcat. This variant of the HEMI is the most powerful internal combustion engine ever offered in a production pickup.
The Hellcat engine features the same 4.09-inch (103.9mm) bore as the 6.4-liter HEMI and the same 3.578-inch (90.9mm) stroke as the 5.7-liter HEMI, giving it a total displacement of 376 cu.-in. or 6.2 liters. The supercharger is a 145-cu.-in. (2.4-liter) twin screw design with integrated charge coolers capable of producing 13 psi of boost. The Ram 1500 Rumble Bee SRT pushes 777 horsepower at 6,500 rpm and 680 lb.-ft. of torque at 4,800 rpm. The orange-painted block includes a forged steel crankshaft and hypereutectic cast aluminum pistons with floating pins, good for a 9.5:1 compression ratio. A more robust version of the TorqueFlite eight-speed automatic transmission (8HP95) reliably handles the additional power.
Thermal management is arguably the most demanding challenge with this level of performance. Rumble Bee SRT is designed to handle racetrack duty cycles in 100-degree heat. Leveraging the unique performance fascia for increased airflow, SRT engineers designed an all-new cooling system to manage engine coolant and oil temperatures. The fascia design also flows more air to the front brakes to assist with cooling and Rumble Bee’s gut-departing braking performance.
SRT engineers selected a ring and pinion ratio of 3.55 to match the supercharged torque and to chase a record-breaking top speed of 170 mph. The rear axle also includes the electronic spool function to evenly distribute power to the massive 325mm rear tires while in rear-wheel-drive mode. An optional track-tuned asymmetric limited slip properly distributes torque in track driving conditions.
0-60 mph (seconds) - Quarter mile (seconds) - Quarter mile (mph)
Rumble Bee 6.1 - 14.6 - 93
Rumble Bee 392 5.2 - 13.2 - 101
Rumble Bee SRT 3.4 - 11.6 - 116
Engineering
In terms of driving dynamics, the engineering team’s primary challenge was to make Rumble Bee handle “untrucklike.” Often, truck owners ride the top of the steering wheel, modulating the crown of the road, correcting for the occasional gust of wind that pushes the truck or trailer out of line. With up to 8,890 pounds of towing capacity and up to 1,160 pounds of payload, Ram engineers did not compromise truck duties, but Rumble Bee is different.
Rumble Bee’s unique handling characteristics begin with a modified frame design. A total of 13 inches of length is removed, reducing frame flex by 10% for greater rigidity and response to driver inputs. Taking more than a linear foot from the wheelbase of a half-ton truck may sound complicated, but Ram engineers and designers saw opportunity in the frame section immediately behind the cab B-pillars, creating the exclusive Quad Cab/short bed combination. Once the body and frame solutions were finalized, work was needed to adapt supporting systems. The driveshaft, wiring harness, fuel lines, brake lines and other connections were all shortened and now carry unique part numbers for the Rumble Bee application.
The Ram 1500 has two core suspension offerings: coil and air. Standard condition up front is an independent front suspension (IFS) coil system. The rear solid axle is controlled by Ram’s defining five-link coil system. The second suspension option is supported by Ram’s class-exclusive four-corner air suspension, replacing the coil springs at the same attachment points. Ram’s unique air suspension provides a comfortable ride and automatically levels the truck with payload or trailer load. The system further lowers the truck’s ride height for better aerodynamics at highway speed.
The Rumble Bee and Rumble Bee 392 both use steel suspension. The IFS short-long arm (SLA) design uses longer arms when compared to a standard Ram 1500, which gives Rumble Bee a 6.8-inch wider track width for increased stability and a menacing stance. In the rear, the axle is 7 inches wider than standard, also contributing to improved handling characteristics. Bilstein monotube performance shocks control compression and rebound with unique internals when compared to a standard Ram 1500. To further reduce body roll, the front and rear axles use robust stabilizer bars that limit sway, maintaining traction during high-G, spirited driving. This combination firms up the driving dynamics on the first two variants of Rumble Bee for true muscle-truck handling.
Front braking on Rumble Bee and Rumble Bee 392 is handled by 14.9-by-1.2-inch (378-by-30mm) vented discs with 2.2-inch (57mm) two-piston pin-slider calipers. The rear grips with 14.8-by-0.87-inch (375-by-22mm) discs with 2.2-inch (57mm) single-piston pin-slider calipers. Rumble Bee and Rumble Bee 392 are customizable with five different drive modes: auto, sport, snow, tow and custom. Each mode adjusts stability control, throttle mapping, braking and steering to assist the driver with the specific task.
For the Rumble Bee 392 Track Pack and Rumble Bee SRT, the air suspension option is the standard condition for its performance benefits. Although the damping is firmer and adjustable on the two top performers, the air suspension allows additional compliance during normal driving conditions while maintaining SRT’s control at the limit doctrine.
Rumble Bee 392 Track Pack and Rumble Bee SRT add a dedicated track driving mode and power-limiting valet mode for a total of seven driver selectable options: auto, sport, track, snow, tow, custom and valet. Like the coil sprung variants, the drive modes on these two trucks adjust stability control, throttle mapping, braking and steering, but add adjustable suspension to the equation, which can further lower the truck 1.5 inches for improved handling in track mode. In line with the four pillars of SRT, track mode also relaxes stability control, allowing spirited driving without excessive intrusion.
Bilstein Damptronic Sky dual-valve, semi-active performance shock absorbers cover each corner with internals built for the task of all-out performance. Dual electronic proportional valves continuously adjust damping forces for precise, independent control of compression and rebound. The combination of SRT suspension tuning and performance tires results in a skid pad improvement of more than 20% when compared to the entry level Rumble Bee, with 0.89g of lateral grip.
Braking on Rumble Bee 392 Track Pack and Rumble Bee SRT levels up to the mission-specific chassis directive of SRT, taking advantage of the bigger meats on all four corners. The braking system must properly meet SRT targets for track time on the most robust SRT Ram product to ever come from the organization. Up front, sombrero-size 16.1-by-1.65-inch (410-by-42mm) inverted hat (outboard venting) rotors with six-piston Brembo performance calipers are enough to put the truck into a nose wheelie. Every Rumble Bee features full-time active four-wheel drive and a “RWD” button. Rumble Bee 392 Track Pack and Rumble Bee SRT take performance a step further with a separate electronic spool button to allow for playful oversteer and smokey burnouts while in RWD mode.
Rumble Bee 392 Track Pack and Rumble Bee SRT also feature a dedicated launch control button for competition-level starts. Line up the truck on level ground, drop it into drive and switch to Sport or Track. Next, hit the physical launch button to the right of the steering wheel (or tap it in the performance pages), mash the brake and bury the throttle. When Rumble Bee gives you the green light, release the brake and hang on.
Aero
The standard Ram 1500 delivers an impressive coefficient of drag (Cd) of 0.357 — on par with many midsize SUVs. But with the Rumble Bee 392 Track Pack and Rumble Bee SRT, the trucks' more aggressive design prioritizes stability, cooling and downforce over efficiency. This deliberate trade-off is a clear example of function-driven design, where airflow is intentionally manipulated to enhance performance.
At speed, airflow becomes a powerful engineering tool. With more than 1,000 pounds of force impacting the front end of the truck at 170 mph, the Rumble Bee 392 Track Pack and Rumble Bee SRT efficiently manage the flow. Ram engineers worked closely with designers to harness the air to cool critical running gear, including the engine, brakes and transmission, but also to generate 192 pounds of positive downforce, countering lift as air moves under and around the truck at 170 mph. Four primary aerodynamic elements make this possible, each one an education in materials engineering.
Up front, a 4.5-inch front splitter serves both form and function. Its primary role is to properly divide airflow – both under the truck and into the grille – and to generate substantial downforce to keep the front end planted. At speed, the splitter operates just inches from the ground, balancing crucial airflow above and below the component for high-speed stability. The splitter is constructed from sheet molding compound (SMC), a high-strength, fiber-reinforced thermoset plastic commonly used in demanding automotive and structural applications.
Additional aerodynamic aids work largely out of sight. At 170 mph, airflow through the front grille becomes so substantial that some of it must be redirected after passing through the cooling stack. Beneath the engine, directly in the airflow path, a front aero shield links the splitter to the cradle and fascia. While it resembles a skid plate, the component plays a critical aerodynamic role. Made from polyethylene terephthalate (PET) thermoplastic, the shield is also engineered to contribute additional downforce. Ducts integrated into the front fascia also relieve frontal pressure and channel air directly to the brakes, reducing brake temperatures by more than 30%, depending on vehicle speed and ambient temperature.
At the rear, aerodynamic performance is equally intentional. While rear spoilers are uncommon on trucks, and even rarer as functional components, the Rumble Bee 392 Track Pack and Rumble Bee SRT require rear downforce to maintain high speed stability. Early simulations revealed the need for an aggressive design. The spoiler was redesigned from its original 45mm profile to a pronounced 80mm sweep. At speed, substantial force is applied to the top of the tailgate, balancing the downforce generated up front by the splitter and aero shield while helping maintain rear tire traction.
Despite its size, the rear spoiler remains fully compatible for real‑world truck duty. Designed to withstand tailgate operation and expected impacts, the spoiler is secured with eight mechanical attachment points and spans the width of the tailgate. It is constructed from durable thermoplastic polyolefin (TPO), chosen for its toughness, manufacturability and long‑term UV resistance.
The trifold tonneau cover is a popular Ram 1500 feature, but the standard soft construction allows excessive surface deformation under aerodynamic load at high speeds. For this reason, Rumble Bee 392 Track Pack and Rumble Bee SRT feature an optional, trifold, hard tonneau cover. The increased structural rigidity limits deflection under pressure, enabling the cover to manage airflow more predictably. As vehicle speed increases, aerodynamic loading on the cover generates stabilizing downforce at the rear of the truck, improving balance and high speed stability while maintaining the packaging efficiency and accessibility of a tri-fold design.
Exterior Design
This first-time offering of a Quad Cab/short bed (overall length 219.5 inches) with a widebody stance (88 inches) gave Ram designers compelling proportions when creating Rumble Bee. Removing 13 inches of frame between the axles provided additional freedom for designers to sketch a truck that belongs on a racetrack.
No detail was spared, and even badging design was a noteworthy event. Designers reached into Mopar world visuals from the 1960s for inspiration and created an updated Rumble Bee character that evokes Ram’s performance heritage. The logo makes three appearances in the muscle truck lineup, changing in color, wing design and attitude with increasing performance. The first Rumble Bee features the head of an angry bee in Satin Black and Dark Neutral Metallic with the body of a HEMI V-8 engine and a stinger leading its charge. Rumble Bee 392 and Rumble Bee 392 Track Pack feature the same bee, but with the stinger in Satin Black and the body in Prowler Yellow. The most threatening bee marks the SRT version, covered in Satin Black and Spitfire Orange stripes with swept-back wings and a stinger ripping first without fear.
For the body design, Rumble Bee and Rumble Bee 392 feature an aggressive front grille, premium front and rear LED lighting and widebody fenders. Body-color fender flares and bumpers help plant the truck visually, emphasizing its heroic width and leveraging the breadth of colors available, including Detonator Yellow, Molten Red and Ceramic Gray. The performance design theme demanded unique, smaller mirrors — a first-time offering for Ram. This allowed a shorter mounting arm, bringing the assembly tighter to the body for a more aggressive look. Rumble Bee naturally sits low, allowing ease of entry and exit without the need for sidesteps. Optional bedside graphics are available on all Rumble Bee versions, amplifying the angry bee icon down the side of the truck.
Wheels on the Rumble Bee and Rumble Bee 392 measure 22 inches by 10 inches with 285/45R22 all-season tires. A 20-by-10-inch wheel with 305/50R20 all-season tires will be available following launch.
The tough, stocky presence levels up with a dramatic departure on Rumble Bee 392 Track Pack and Rumble Bee SRT — trucks that are technically rendered to both complement and augment performance. Design and engineering go hand in hand when performance and aerodynamics are priorities. As such, significant care was taken in developing these two Rumble Bee variants to ensure they align with SRT’s function-driven exterior philosophy while delivering on the aggressive looks expected of a Ram performance product.
Functional elements, like air intakes, are executed in a way that not only performs, but also evokes a visceral, emotional connection with the truck. Design cues, like the deep chin splitter and aggressive rear spoiler, further draw a lineage to the OG muscle truck — the Ram SRT10. Like the original “Viper truck,” the Rumble Bee 392 Track Pack and Rumble Bee SRT are unapologetically evil, menacing and purposeful in their appearance.
That menacing face pushes an enormous volume of air, which in turn demands aggressive, functional styling. Designers funnel air into different areas for maximum cooling and downforce, including a functional induction hood that feeds cool air to the HEMI powerplants and a tri-fold, hard tonneau cover. Pronounced lower grille openings, in place of a traditional steel bumper, further guide air through the racecar-style fascia to feed the induction chiller, brakes, radiator, transmission cooler and oil cooler. An optional matte black hood graphic adds visual contrast while also reducing glare on the windshield for track driving.
Rumble Bee 392 Track Pack and Rumble Bee SRT feature an all-new, unique 22-by-12-inch wheel design that can mount the second-widest rear tire the company has ever offered — 325mm — only beat by the legendary Viper. The tire and wheel package are matched to the overall 88-inch width of the truck and add to the broad-shouldered appearance.
Looking from the rear, the tire and body width ratio make the 392 Track Pack and SRT appear as if they should be lining up at the dragstrip. The SRT previews a unique Blacktop exterior paint package that covers the hood and roof in Diamond Black Crystal Pearl-Coat for a customized look.
Representing a return to truck design that makes your hair stand up and gives you goosebumps, Rumble Bee’s performance-oriented fascia, integrated fender flares, heroically wide wheels, deep splitter, purposeful tailgate spoiler and wide stance create a cohesive whole and send a powerful message: this truck is an emotional experience without peers.
Interior Design
Rumble Bee takes a page from the interior design ethos of muscle cars with a focus on connecting the driver to the engine. The pieces of the interior that receive the most attention support this mission.
Manually operated cloth buckets with medium Greystone accent stitching hold the driver in place, while a G/T console shifter adds a tactile element to gear changes. To guide the front wheels, designers added a flat-bottom performance steering wheel with aluminum paddle shifters and thumb rests carved into the leather rim. Rumble Bee includes a G/T transfer case switch bank to the right of the steering wheel with dedicated buttons for RWD, launch control and electronic spool, when equipped.
Designers longed for a heritage, analog gauge cluster, but without a 170-mph unit in the parts bin, they instead opted for a full-color 12.3-inch digital display with a unique Rumble Bee start-up graphic. A Uconnect touchscreen radio, measuring 8.4 inches on the entry level Rumble Bee, replaces the standard 8-track players of the past and offers Apple CarPlay and Android Auto across the lineup.
Interior trim rings and surrounds finished in Black Onyx Chrome round out the interior and set the tone — dark, sinister and purposeful. Stepping up to Rumble Bee 392 adds a 10-way power cloth bucket seat for the driver and Twill Deco trim for the G/T console shifter and other interior trim pieces. Rumble Bee 392 is controlled through a fat-handed steering wheel with Prowler Yellow accent stitching that extends to the door panels and console. The 12.3-inch cluster has a unique Rumble Bee 392 start-up graphic, while the Uconnect touchscreen radio grows from 8.4 inches to 12 inches and powers a 10-speaker Alpine audio system.
Rumble Bee 392 Track Pack elevates style and premium content even further. Front occupants enjoy 12-way power adjustable leather and suede bucket seats with increased bolstering. The Prowler Yellow stitching found on the base 392 now extends to the door panels and shifter, and trim pieces like metal door sill plates add model-specific details.
Rear-cabin occupants also get premium treatment with matching Prowler Yellow accents on the door panels and leather seating. The interior of the Rumble Bee SRT is a bold expression of performance, where purposeful design and refined aesthetics come together to meet SRT owner expectations and functional demands. Designers push into material engineering to strike a precise balance between sport and luxury.
Unique Desert Orange stitching is placed on the steering wheel, front and rear door panels, leather dashboard and G/T console shifter, drawing a connection to the supercharged engine’s orange-painted block. Anyone stepping into a Rumble Bee SRT will immediately recognize what lies under the hood thanks to this detail.
Powered bucket seats are trimmed in ultra-premium Natura Plus leather and suede. Aggressive bolsters hug the driver with 12 different powered adjustments to properly position the pilot with controls. Suede also covers the headliner, visors and cabin pillars, which is esthetically pleasing with the added benefit of glare reduction. Carbon Fiber Deco trim adds visual flair throughout the interior and shows unmatched attention to detail in the pickup segment. The Carbon Fiber Deco panel on the passenger upper glove-box door even features an engraved relief for the Rumble Bee badge.
A genuine leather-wrapped horn pad with accent stitching adds a premium finish to the driver’s immediate view. Rumble Bee SRT also includes unique metal pedals with rubber pads for fast foot control of Ram’s most aggressive muscle truck variant.
UX and ADAS
Rumble Bee’s advanced cockpit starts with a 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster with exclusive detailing like a lit Rumble Bee badge, reconfigurable gauges and unique colors and graphics. These same unique graphics extend to the Uconnect screen, which varies in size depending on Rumble Bee variant. Drive modes and Performance Pages can be displayed on the central Uconnect touchscreen for quick reference.
The digital instrument cluster offers a wide range of customization, from basic speed readout to specific vehicle status information. Using buttons on the steering wheel, drivers can customize the screen with as much or as little information as they desire. The intuitive system can be arranged for a variety of views, with four independently customizable corners of the display that can show information like trip, trailer trip, oil temperature, battery voltage, oil life, outside temperature, distance to empty, time and compass direction. Two side barrel gauges include the menu screen. Once a screen layout is chosen, it becomes the default setting, remembering the driver’s selection on restart.
The 2027 Ram 1500 Rumble Bee’s advanced user experience also includes an available full-color Head-up Display (HUD) on the 392 and SRT. The system is configurable up to 10 inches and displays several different content areas at once, including a digital tachometer, active lane management, adaptive cruise control, turn-by-turn navigation, current speed, current gear and speed limit. All HUD settings can be personalized and saved within the driver's profile.
Rumble Bee offers three different Uconnect screen options: a horizontal 8.4-inch screen or premium 12- and 14.5-inch portrait-style screens on the 392 and SRT, respectively. The portrait-style Uconnect 5 touchscreens feature bonded, flush-mounted glass with reconfigurable capability and tailor-made graphics for the Rumble Bee.
Personalization is made easy with split screen functionality, operating two different applications at once, such as Apple CarPlay and HVAC controls. The driver can also select one application, such as navigation, across the entire touchscreen. Customers who prefer not to use the touchscreen for HVAC will find redundant controls located on both sides of the display for convenience.
Rumble Bee drivers can personalize their touchscreen controls with the drag-and-drop menu bar, which gives one-button access to the features and services they value most. Drivers can simply drag their favorite feature or service icon from the apps menu and move them to their Uconnect system’s main menu bar, like the available surround 360-degree camera system.
For those who like to record data, Performance Pages are available on Rumble Bee. The software provides access to real-time vehicle information, including timers (such as 0-60 mph elapsed time), g-force, gauges and engine performance. This data can be downloaded to a USB thumb drive, allowing for easy sharing of driving data.
Additional features of the Uconnect system:
- Dual phone connectivity and wireless charging capability
- Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone integration
- Full-feature navigation system with one-step voice destination entry
- 3D landmarks
- Convenient wireless control of select truck features
- Multiple auxiliary ports
- Integrated voice commands
- Bluetooth hands-free calling
- HD radio
Rumble Bee offers two different premium audio systems to immerse passengers in sound, including Alpine on the 392 and a Harman Kardon audio system with 19 speakers and a 10-inch subwoofer on the SRT. This is the first time Ram has squeezed 19 speakers into the Quad Cab body.
The premium Harman Kardon 12-channel audio system includes:
- Three 3.5-inch and 1-inch coaxial speakers located in the instrument panel
- Two 3.5-inch and 1-inch coaxial speakers located in the front doors
- Two 6-by-9-inch speakers located in the front doors
- Two 6-by-9-inch speakers located in the rear doors
- Two 3.5-inch and 1-inch coaxial speakers located in the headliner
- One 10-inch enclosed subwoofer behind the rear seat (passenger side)
- One 12-channel boosted Class-D amplifier
- Four active noise-cancellation microphones
The SRT team took the already badass Rumble Bee and molded it under the four pillars of SRT. With a hearty dose of our “last 10th” philosophy, the SRT variant earns the title of the most powerful, quickest and fastest V-8-powered production truck, ever. SRT performance is built on a simple belief: real performance is multidimensional. It’s not enough to be fast in a straight line — the vehicle must deliver power you can control, stop and sustain. That philosophy comes to life through four core disciplines:
Awe-inspiring Powertrain: Whether burning high-octane fuel, pushing electrons or a combination of both, every
SRT is powered by a state of the art, awe-inspiring powertrain.
Mission-specific Chassis: Mission-specific tractive technologies, vehicle dynamics and best-in-class braking optimized for the objective.
Function-driven Exterior: Aggressive, purpose-driven shapes and modifications to manage cooling, clearances, downforce and drag.
Performance Interior / UX: Race-inspired, driver-centric mission control cockpit for the driving enthusiast.
The 2027 Ram 1500 Rumble Bee SRT is the first track-capable truck in more than 20 years.
2006 Ram SRT 10
500 horsepower
525 lb.-ft. of torque
4.9s
154 mph
2027 Rumble Bee SRT
777 horsepower
680 lb.-ft. of torque
3.4s
Top speed 170 mph (targeted)
Manufacturing
The 2027 Ram 1500 Rumble Bee is built in Saltillo, Mexico, and launches with the 5.7-liter HEMI V-8, with availability starting late 2026. Rumble Bee 392 and Rumble Bee SRT arrive in the first half of 2027.
Ram Brand
Ram offers a full lineup of pickups and commercial vehicles: light-duty Ram 1500, heavy-duty 2500/3500, 3500/4500/5500 chassis cab and ProMaster vans.
Ram light-duty and heavy-duty pickups offer products in the fastest growing segments within the pickup space, off-road and customized. Ram has introduced the largest variety of off-road performance trucks the brand has ever offered, including the new Ram 1500 TRX SRT with more horsepower per dollar than any other performance off-road pickup.
In the commercial business, Ram offers the chassis cab line with features to help customers and upfitters. Ram Professional is making considerable changes in process, execution and resources with a focus on commercial offerings, dedicated B2B-focused expertise, and sales and service support, which are critical to growing in this segment.
Ram continues to outperform the competition, setting the benchmark in the most important areas for truck buyers:
- Segment first: 1,000 lb.-ft of torque with Cummins turbo diesel
- Most luxurious: Ram 1500 Tungsten with air suspension, 24-way massage seats and 540 horsepower
- Ram 1500 and Heavy Duty: Best ride and handling with five-link solid rear axle with available, segment-exclusive, active-level air suspension
- Ram 1500 TRX SRT: Best off-road performance per dollar and the most powerful, production, street-legal, gas, half-ton pickup ever
- Ram ProMaster: The most cargo space available in any traditional full-size cargo van
- Ram Power Wagon: Most off-road-capable full-size pickup
Ram is part of the portfolio of brands offered by leading global automaker and mobility provider Stellantis. For more information regarding Stellantis (NYSE: STLA), please visit www.stellantis.com.
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