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Ram’s new split tailgate can open out or drop down

Updated Feb 9, 2019

Ram Truck

Whether you want your tailgate to swing out or drop down, Ram’s got you covered.

The new Ram 1500 Multifunction Tailgate offers an industry-first 60-40 split tailgate which can be opened like…well…a gate and provide closer access to cargo in the bed.

With both gates opened on either side, the bumper becomes more of a convenient step into the bed, forklift loading gets easier and bed washouts are no longer hindered by a drop-down tailgate.

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But if you’re feeling traditional, the new gate offers the capabilities of a fully-dampened, drop-down tailgate with remote release options.

The Ram Multifunction Tailgate is trailer-friendly and does not require that the trailer and hitch be removed before opening. With a 2,000-lb. load rating, Ram Multifunction Tailgate retains all of the traditional tailgate’s capability.