New Venture Gear 5600 transmission explained

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 the 5.9L Cummins Engines.^[1]

It was manufactured by New Venture Gear, a division of Magna Powertrain.

Specifications

• The NV5600 takes a special lubricant, not gear oil. The Mopar part number is 4874464. Transmissions specific 5W30. 5W30 motor oil is not recommended. 5W30 "synchromesh" only.
• Input Torque 550ft-lb
• Weight 360lbs
• Oil Capacity 9.5 Pints (10 w/optional filter)

Close Ratio NV5600 Gearing:^[1]

Several aftermarket companies are now making the short throw shifter for the NV5600 which gives the transmission a smoother engagement and driving experience.^[2]

Notes and References

1. Web site: Dodge NV5600 6-speed . Standardtransmission.com . 2017-03-07.
2. Web site: NV5600 6 Speed Short Throw Shifter Kit, NV5600-ST . Allstategear.com . . 2017-03-07.