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Dodge D/W Series 3rd Gen

1972 – 1980 — USA

The D Series, also known as the D/W series, was a popular line of pickup trucks produced by Dodge from October 1960 until September 30, 1993. These trucks shared the same design until a complete overhaul was introduced in October 1993 with the new Dodge Ram. The D/W series trucks were built on the AD platform, which was also used for the Dodge Ramcharger and Plymouth Trail Duster models. The trucks were designated as D for two-wheel-drive (4x2) models and W for four-wheel-drive (4x4) models. Key points: - The D/W series was a line of pickup trucks produced by Dodge from 1960 to 1993. - The trucks shared the AD platform with the Dodge Ramcharger and Plymouth Trail Duster models. - Two-wheel-drive models were known as D, while four-wheel-drive models were labeled as W. - The Chrysler A engine of 318 cu in (5.2 L) was the smallest V8 engine option available. - Larger engines from Chrysler, except for the Hemi engine, were offered as factory options. - The first generation of the D Series trucks was produced from 1961 to 1965, with a facelifted single-headlamp version introduced in spring 1965. - The original design was retained until 1993 when a completely redesigned Ram was introduced. Overall, the D Series trucks had a longstanding presence in the pickup truck market, offering a range of