01
Match the vehicle
Confirm series, build date, engine, cab, trim and current configuration against the application shown.
← All GVM vehicles
Catalogue-backed GVM application
RAM 1500 DS
Upgraded GVM up to
3889 KG
Extra payload up to
+439 KG
Catalogue applications
01
Select the exact application
VERIFIED CATALOGUE FIGURES.
Select the matching date range. Values are transcribed from the supplied Tough Dog catalogue and remain subject to final vehicle and approval verification.
2017–2023
DS — 2017 TO 2023
Quad Cab and Crew Cab applications
Original GVM
3450 kg
Upgraded GVM
3889 kg
Extra payload up to
+439 kg
Build range
2017–2023
Axle ratings
| Axle | Original | Tough Dog |
|---|---|---|
| Front | 1769 kg | 1769 kg |
| Rear | 1769 kg | 2120 kg |
Braked towing
4500 kg braked
Gross combined mass
7237 kg
Approved tyre sizes
P275/60 R20 114T
Catalogue kit codes
TDGVM-054
Available damper families
Foam Cell
Permanent load requirement
200 kg
Application notes
- —Vehicle configuration and compliance path must be confirmed by an authorised dealer.
- —Catalogue figures are application-specific. An authorised Tough Dog GVM dealer must verify the exact vehicle, kit, approval pathway and current requirements before supply or installation.
From catalogue figure to approved vehicle
THREE CHECKS BEFORE FITMENT.
02
Choose the approval path
Never-registered and already-registered vehicles follow different certification pathways.
03
Dealer verification
An authorised dealer confirms the current kit, load case, approval and jurisdiction requirements.
Vehicle not yet registered
FEDERAL APPROVAL PATH
Federal approval may apply before first registration, with the applicable kit and compliance identification confirmed for that exact vehicle.
Vehicle already registered
STATE-BASED APPROVAL PATH
Registered vehicles use the applicable approval data together with inspection and certification by an authorised state engineer.
Your next step
VERIFY 1500 DS.
Take the matching application to an authorised GVM dealer. They will confirm the current kit, load case, approval route, availability and quote.