The 777-horsepower Ram Rumble Bee SRT Hellcat street truck begins at slightly less than $100,000.
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Ram is taking a unique approach by introducing a full lineup of performance-oriented trucks. While Ford has launched two generations of the supercharged F-150 Lightning and Chevy produced the 454 SS, previously, Ram offered the Viper-powered SRT-10, these were all singular models. The Ram Rumble Bee family now consists of three variants, with prices beginning at $62,790 for the base model and reaching $97,790 for the 777-horsepower SRT variant.
Those in search of a V8 street truck might find the base Rumble Bee appealing, as it features a 5.7-liter Hemi engine with 395 hp. For those looking for a significant upgrade, the Rumble Bee 392 produces a robust 470 hp for $72,790. Ram also offers the 392 Track Pack, which enhances aerodynamics, handling, and braking for a total of $82,790. Alternatively, the SRT model boasts a supercharged 6.2-liter Hellcat V8 for just under six figures.
The top-tier Rumble Bee SRT accelerates to 60 mph in a mere 3.6 seconds and completes the quarter-mile in 11.6 seconds at 116 mph.
I was intrigued to compare the Rumble Bee SRT to the $102,790 TRX, which is essentially the truck's off-road variant. This may be a bit of an oversimplification. Each of Ram’s Rumble Bee models is built on a distinct frame with a wheelbase that is 13 inches shorter than the standard crew cab. Additionally, the suspension systems differ; the Rumble Bee SRT uses dual-valve, semi-active Bilstein Damptronic Sky Shocks that adjust compression and rebound independently, while the TRX features Bilstein Black Hawk e2 adaptive shocks with remote reservoirs and specialized modes like Baja.
In terms of pricing against competitors, the base Ram Rumble Bee is slightly more expensive than the $59,995 Ford F-150 Lobo, though the Ford doesn’t quite have the street truck feel. To fully unleash the potential of the 5.0-liter Coyote V8, you'll need the $10,250 Whipple supercharger kit, which boosts power to 700 hp and 590 lb-ft of torque.
The 5.7-liter Rumble Bee still stands out aesthetically.
Overall, I wouldn't consider the Rumble Bee SRT a bargain, but it certainly provides an impressive amount of horsepower for around $100,000. Additionally, the fact that it offers more than just a standard crew cab with a supercharger adds to its distinctiveness.
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The 777-horsepower Ram Rumble Bee SRT Hellcat street truck begins at slightly less than $100,000.
Alternatively, if you're satisfied with the 5.7-liter, non-SRT Rumble Bee, the price is $62,790.