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Winnebago Unveils ARKA Overland RV on Ram 5500 Cummins Chassis

25.06.2026 05:11 1 min 3 sources
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Winnebago Unveils ARKA Overland RV on Ram 5500 Cummins Chassis
Original source: MoparInsiders

In Brief

Winnebago has announced the ARKA, the largest off-road RV in the Backcountry Adventure lineup, based on the Ram 5500 with a Cummins diesel. The fully equipped version is priced at $331,901, and pre-orders are now open.

Winnebago has unveiled the ARKA, an expedition RV built on the Ram 5500 Tradesman Crew Cab 4×4 chassis, powered by a 6.7L Cummins diesel engine (360 hp, 800 lb-ft) paired with an 8-speed automatic transmission. The vehicle features a one-piece fiberglass body, 41-inch tires, and a winch.

Specifications

  • Capacity: 6 seats, 4 sleeping berths
  • Power system: 48V EcoFlow, lithium-ion batteries up to 16.8 kWh, 800W solar panels (expandable to 1200W)
  • Tanks: 60 gallons fresh water, 40 gallons gray water
  • Weight & towing: GVWR 19,500 lbs, towing capacity 15,000 lbs
  • Autonomy: up to 14 days (one source states up to two weeks)
  • Operating temperature range: -23°C to 49°C

The fully equipped version is priced at $331,901. Pre-orders are now open.

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