The Dodge Ramcharger was a large sport utility vehicle built by Dodge, initially from 1974 to 1993. In its early years, it was based on a shortened-wheelbase version of the Dodge D Series and Ram pickup truck chassis. The Ramcharger was primarily produced as a two-door, four wheel drive vehicle although a two wheel drive version was available. As a full-size SUV, it competed with the Chevrolet K5 Blazer and the 1978–1996 Ford Bronco. Dodge built the Ramcharger in three generations: 1st Gen (1974-1980), 2nd Gen (1981-1993), and 3rd Gen (1999-2001).