Ram discontinued the 1500 Classic with a Hemi V-8

The manufacturer has stated that the Ram 1500 Classic would be discontinued out after the 2024 model year.

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Ram 1500 discontinued, which means the company will no longer provide a half-ton truck with a V-8 engine.

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The Tradesman trim is now on the 2024 Ram 1500

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The 2024 Ram 1500 Classic was available in two trims: the Tradesman and the Warlock.

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2024 RAM 1500 Classic started at $40,700. $6460 more than the 2023 Classic and $715 less than the 2024.

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The 1500 Classic was available with both a Pentastar 3.6-liter V-6 and a Hemi 5.7-liter V-8.

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In 2025, the Tradesman 1500 is still an entry-level trim, and comes with a base price of $42,270.

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Hemi V-8 is still around for now in the 2025 Durango, and Ram’s heavy duty trucks have the 6.4.

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