Ram 1500 Rumble Bee — Full Details

OFFICIAL REVEAL / NEW MUSCLE TRUCK

What Is the Rumble Bee?

The Rumble Bee is built on the Ram 1500 platform but with significant modifications. Most notably, Ram removed 13 inches (33 cm) of distance between the axles, resulting in an exclusive Quad Cab/short bed configuration that exists nowhere else in the Ram lineup. The result: a low, wide truck with a short wheelbase that delivers sharp maneuverability and quick acceleration.

The Four Variants and Their Engines

The Rumble Bee comes in four variants, all powered by HEMI V8 engines, ranging from 395 to 777 horsepower:

Variant	Engine	Power	Torque
Rumble Bee	5.7L HEMI V8	395 hp	410 lb-ft
Rumble Bee 392	6.4L HEMI V8	470 hp	455 lb-ft
Rumble Bee 392 Track Pack	6.4L HEMI V8	470 hp	455 lb-ft
Rumble Bee SRT	6.2L Supercharged Hellcat	777 hp	680 lb-ft

The 392 marks the first time Ram has put the 6.4L engine in the light-duty 1500 pickup

Design: Low, Wide, and Rooted in Racing

The Rumble Bee is designed to be wide and low, with a Quad Cab and short bed stretched to the brink of muscle truck dimensions, carrying forward a history rooted in racing. Key design elements include:

• New short wheelbase for sharp maneuverability and quick acceleration

• Class-exclusive 4-corner air suspension system (available)

• Ultra-light 22-inch aluminum wheels

• Massive high-performance tires

• Dominating stance with sleek aerodynamic design

• Updated interior with unique trim and finishes

The SRT: Top of the Pyramid at 777 HP

At the top of the lineup sits the Rumble Bee SRT, which cradles a 6.2L supercharged HEMI V8 — the same family as the legendary Hellcat engine — producing 777 horsepower and 680 lb-ft of torque. It comes equipped with air suspension, Brembo brakes, and a Harman Kardon audio system.

More important than the numbers is how Ram describes the Rumble Bee — as more than a halo vehicle. It's a bridge between performance and utility, a truck you can tow with on Saturday and drag race on Sunday. A spiritual successor to the famous Dodge Ram SRT-10 'Viper' truck.

Launch and Production Timing

• Base 5.7L version: Arrives late 2026

• 392 and 392 Track Pack: First half of 2027

• SRT version: First half of 2027

• Production location: Saltillo, Mexico

Source: Ram Trucks Official — May 20, 2026

Expected Pricing

Ram hasn't announced official pricing yet, but preliminary estimates from specialist sources:

• Base version: Around $50,000 (similar to Ram 1500 Big Horn)

• 392 version: Close to Ram 1500 RHO pricing (~$74,000-84,000)

• SRT version: Close to Ram TRX pricing (~$100,000)

Ram expects the base and 392 versions to account for the bulk of sales, while the SRT remains the limited-run iconic version.

Why This News Matters

The Return of the Muscle Truck Era

The Rumble Bee isn't an isolated event — it's an escalation in the street truck battle that Ford started. Ford reopened the segment with the Maverick Lobo, then doubled down with the F-150 Lobo powered by a 400-hp naturally-aspirated V8. Ram has now responded with a 777-hp supercharged truck, igniting a horsepower war in this category.

What It Means for Saudi Arabia

Powerful American trucks have a loyal following in Saudi Arabia, especially among fans of V8 engines and high performance. The Rumble Bee, with its HEMI engine and exceptional power, targets exactly this segment. While its official availability in the Saudi market hasn't been confirmed yet, Ram's revival of the HEMI engine and focus on performance make it a model worth watching for American car enthusiasts in the Kingdom.

A Note on Availability

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