Aries has added another sports truck to its off-road lineup, but it’s a 2025 model Ram 1500 The RHO, nicknamed the “rhino”, is definitely wider than just eight inches Ram Rebel with a more powerful inline-6 engine. This is a truck designed specifically for sedate drivers off the road wanderer and serves as a replacement the already dead V8 TRX.
I know you’re thinking, “But Jalopnik, isn’t Ram’s lineup already lame with powerful sports trucks?” and you will be right! However, none of them currently come with the Hurricane High Output turbocharged 3.0-liter inline-4 engine, which produces 540 horsepower and 521 pound-feet of torque. This powerful truck is more of a sister to the Ram 1500 Classic Warlock and Ram 1500 Rebel, and at $69,995, it’s at the top of the off-road lineup. That’s $129.60 per pony.
Of course, anyone looking for a Rebel these days knows that it’s almost impossible to get anywhere near the starting price of $64,490, and that’s for an inline-six that only produces 420 hp and 469 lb-ft.
The RHO can tow 8,380 pounds with a maximum payload of 1,520 pounds. Thanks to its 32-inch ford, this truck can be used as a fleeting boat, and with 11.8-inches of ground clearance, the RHO is over two inches taller than the rest of the lineup thanks to its absolutely beastly 35-inch tires. The RHO accelerates from 0 to 60 mph in 4.6 seconds and from 0 to 60 mph in 11.7 seconds, with a top speed of 120 mph. Need it in your off-road truck? Probably not! But you understand. There is also a wide selection of driving modes, including a special Baja mode that allows you to quickly destroy dunes.
And there’s this large cowl duct all lit up like you could land a plane on it in massive fog. You cant miss it. It’s not just for show; the vent sucks in air that supports the combustion process, and the high-performance radial air filter keeps the air fresh. The see-through RAM badge and airy grille are also designed to ensure maximum engine efficiency. It is an easy-to-clean conical filter that owners can operate to remove dust and stones while out in the field. Once the air has completed its journey through the engine and exits the RHO exhaust pipe, you’ll hear a distinct growl thanks to the low-restriction “Sport Tune” system with true twin pipes.
The truck is also equipped with off-road technology that makes the Rhino more than just a parking lot queen. The RHO’s interior uses high-strength aluminum, making the vehicle lighter, more competent and stronger. The operate of this material is especially noticeable in the independent front suspension system, particularly in the front upper and lower control arms inspired by desert off-road racing. The Bilstein Black Hawk e2 adaptive shock ensures a pleasant and relaxed ride whether on rocks, sand or during your daily commute with lots of travel. There’s 14 inches of play space on the rear axle – 40 percent more than any other 1500 model – but without sacrificing cargo space.
Inside, you’ll find sports seats that hug the driver and passenger in a way their fathers never could. The necessary screens are of course included: a 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster in front of the driver, a 14.5-inch display in the center supporting Uconnect 5, and another 10.25-inch screen for the passenger where you can browse apps and the Internet while driving. riding shotgun. Ram boasts best-in-class screen count. I’m not entirely sure that more screens = a better car, but the RHO also comes with “redundant” HVAC buttons, so at least you can heat up and chilly down without navigating through menus or touching screens. What’s more, the RHO comes with a full-color head-up display, as well as all the driver assistance features you could need (if you need them at all), including features like lane centering and adaptive cruise control.
Orders for the U.S. market began on Thursday, and you can expect the tires to hit the road in the third quarter of this year, but you’ll likely have to line up to get your hands on them.
