New Venture Gear 5600 transmission
The NV5600 is a heavy duty, close ratio, 6-speed manual transmission that was used in 1999-2005 Dodge RAM 2500 and 3500 series ¾ ton and 1 ton trucks with 5.9 L Cummins Engines.[1]
It was manufactured by New Venture Gear, a division of Magna Powertrain.
Specifications
- The NV5600 requires a specific lubricant.
- The Mopar part number is 4874464.
- 5W30 "synchromesh" is recommended.
- Input torque: 550 lb⋅ft (750 N⋅m)
- Weight: 360 lb (160 kg)
- Oil capacity: 9.5 pints (10 w/ optional filter)
1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | R |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
5.63 | 3.38 | 2.04 | 1.39 | 1.00 | 0.73 | 5.36 |
Several aftermarket companies make the short throw shifter for the NV5600, which gives the transmission a smoother engagement and driving experience.[2]
References
- ^ a b "Dodge NV5600 6-speed". Standard Transmission & Gear. Archived from the original on October 30, 2014. Retrieved 2017-03-07.
- ^ "NV5600 6 Speed Short Throw Shifter Kit, NV5600-ST". Allstate Gear. Retrieved 2017-03-07.