Unofficially “Confirmed” – 2023 Ram 2500 Rebel Package!

In January, we were the first to break the news that the 2023 Ram 2500 would be getting a Rebel version. Thanks to an anonymous source, we know more about what that package will entail.

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We recently received an email from an anonymous source with an equipment listing attached for what, at first glance, appears to be a pre-production 2023 Ram 2500 Power Wagon. But a closer look reveals some interesting things.

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While things could change from pre-production, the way the equipment listing reads shows that the Rebel could be a package under the Power Wagon instead of being a stand-alone model. The full equipment listing is shown above (With the VIN redacted), but below are the parts that we found interesting:

STANDARD EQUIPMENT

• *  3.73 Axle Ratio
• *  Cluster 12″ TFT Color Display
• *  Instr. Panel Color-Keyed Bezel
• *  Rear Seat Reminder Alert
• *  Sport Performance Hood
• *  GVW Rating – 10000#
• *  U.S. Miscellaneous Special
• *  Crew Cab
• *  Four Wheel Drive (4WD)/(4X4)
• *  2023 Vehicle Specifications
• *  Price Class X
• *  6 FT. Cargo Box
• *  2500 Series
• *  DJ/6303 Vehicle Family
• *  Vehicle Order Tracking
• *  U.S. Specifications Label
• *  Michigan Ship to State Code
• *  Michigan Sold to State Code  
• OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT

• *  Leather-Trimmed Bucket Seats
• *  Black
• *  5th Wheel/Gooseneck Towing Prep Grp
• *  PowerWagon Level 1 Equipment Group
• *  220 Amp Alternator
• *  Dual 730 Amp Maint. Free Batteries
• *  Full Length Upgraded Floor Console
• *  Chrome Accent Shift Control
• *  6-Spd Automatic 68RFE Transmission
• *  Elec Shift-On-The-Fly Transfer Case
• *  Rr Diff-Ltd Slip w/Electronic Lock
• *  Conventional Differential Frt Axle
• *  6.7L I6 Cummins Turbo Diesel Engine
• *  Mirror Pwr Heat Fold Tele Mem Chrome
• *  Off-Road Info Pages
• *  I/P Bezels-Painted SemiTexture Film
• *  Heated Second Row Seats
• *  Instrument Cluster Theme 2 – Rebel
• *  Front Door Accent Lighting
• *  Rear Door Accent Lighting
• *  LED Interior Lighting
• *  LED Dome Lamp w/On/Off Switch
• *  Ext. Mirrors w/Supplemental Signals
• *  Exterior Mirrors Courtesy Lamps
• *  Exterior Mirrors w/Memory
• *  Auto Dim Exterior Passenger Mirror
• *  Radio/Drv Seat/Mirrors/Pedals Memory
• *  Auto Adjust in Reverse Ext Mirrors
• *  Black Exterior Mirrors
• *  Auto Power-Folding Mirrors
• *  Convex Aux Mirrors, Power-Adjustable
• *  Forward and Reverse Utility Lights
• *  Power Adjust Mirrors
• *  Power Telescoping Mirrors
• *  “Rebel” Badge
• *  Body Color Door Handles
• *  Cummins Turbo Diesel Badge
• *  Air Suspension Decal
• *  Rebel Suspension
• *  Auto Level Rear Air Suspension
• *  Adaptive Steering System
• *  18X8.0 Black Diamond Cut Alum Wheels
• *  18″ Steel Spare Wheel
• *  Non-Certified Pilot Vehicle Tracking
• *  IP Badge “Rebel”
• *  Customer Preferred Package 2HR
• *  Customer Preferred Package 2TR
• *  Price Protection – Code H
• *  All Pilot Orders Tracking
• *  VPB/S1B Pilot Order Tracking
• *  Company Car Tracking
• *  Domestic Pilot Orders

Based on the list and spy shots like the one above, it appears the Rebel package will be available with either the 6.4-liter HEMI V8 or the 6.7-liter Cummins Turbo Diesel. While Power Wagons carry a GVWR of 8,565 lbs, the Rebel is listed at 10,000 lbs GVWR, which should allow for higher payload ratings. The listing also mentions the new Sport Performance Hood, a new addition to the Heavy Duty lineup, and explains why so many prototypes are running around with the hood camouflaged.

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Powertrain wise we see the 6.7-liter Cummins Turbo Diesel as an option, backed by the 68RFE 6-speed automatic transmission, which would denote this as a Standard Output, Cummins Turbo Diesel. Mentions are made of unique Rebel badging, Rebel suspension, rear auto-leveling air suspension, and the new power telescoping side view mirrors. Also listed is the new 12-inch digital instrument cluster we recently showed you in a 2023 Ram 1500.

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While it looks like the Rebel package will best the Power Wagon in the towing and payload department, there will be some concessions for hard-core off-roaders. While the equipment listing shows an electronic rear locking differential, the front differential is listed as a conventional front diff meaning it likely doesn’t have the electronic locker the Power Wagons do. There is also no mention of the winch or electronic front sway bar disconnect in the equipment listing. 

Stay tuned to HDRams as we will have more information on the new Ram 2500 Rebel as it becomes available.