The 10 Most Badass Dodge Trucks from the 90s



From the engine to the body, Dodge is one of the greatest pieces of American machinery every manufactured for work and play.

Sure, if your truck is from the 90’s, the Dodge PCM might get a little squirrely on ya, but hey, you can buy one online and replace it yourself, plug and play, easy as that.

The Dodge is a workin’ man’s truck, heck, workin’ women too! And here are the ten most bad ass Dodge trucks from the 90s.

Top 10 List of 90’s Dodge Trucks





Dakota

The Dakota of the early 90s was a dependable truck. It had multiple engine sizes from a 2.2L all the way up to the 5.2L V8 seen in the Ram and Ramcharger.

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Durango

The late 90s Durango came with the 5.2L Magnum engine and 4WD standard. Its body design followed that of most 90s Dodge trucks with the aggressively shaped hood and gently flared quarter-panels.

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Ram (D/W)

The Ram of the early 90s is still a sought after body style for automotive enthusiasts. At that time, Dodge followed Ford’s weight designations with 150 equaling a half-ton, 250 a ¾ ton and 350 a full ton. The D (or Ram) indicated 2-wheel drive while the W (or Power Ram) indicated 4-wheel drive.

Ram (BR/BE)

In 1994 the Ram line was completely redesigned. It took on a sleeker body-style with the now famous hood and fender flares. Sales for the Ram skyrocketed and it was proudly displayed as the tough, storm-resistant truck in the movie Twister.

A 1991 Dodge Ram 50

Ram 50

This series saw popularity in the early 90s. It was a tough little truck and many can still be seen lowered and tricked out at car shows today. The line was eventually taken over by Renault and used extensively for military and commercial needs.

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Ramcharger

The Ramcharger was intended as a full-time, off-road vehicle. It was in direct competition with the Blazer and Bronco. The second generation Ramcharger released during the early 90s was equipped with an inline 6 or several different types of the V8. It’s body style and chrome trim make it a sought after SUV to this day.

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Raider

The Raider was a rebadged Mitsubishi Pajero and sold in the early 90s. It’s rough and tumble looks were backed up by a sturdy chassis and tough 4-cylinder engine.

Ram Cummins Turbodiesel

The 1990 ¾ and 1 ton Rams were just the second year Dodge added the Cummins Turbodiesel. The 5.9L, straight-six engine with its massive torque revolutionized personal towing.

1990 Dodge Dakota Sport Convertible – Photo by Ray and Mary Butler via KIOA.com

Dakota Sport Convertible

In 1989 and 90, Dodge tried to sell convertible trucks and failed. This special edition Dakota had the metal roof removed and a fabric top and roll-bar installed. Not until the Chevy SSR in 2003 has a manufacturer tried this weird but cool experiment again.

Jeff Herman’s RARE 1990 Rod Hall Signature Edition Truck – Photo via Mopartruckparts.com

Rod Hall Signature Series

1990 was the last year Dodge manufactured these amazing looking trucks. Legendary Baja racer Rod Hall designed them and only 33 were ever made.