Why I Bought a RAM TRX Over a Gen 3 Ford Raptor R - Daily Driver Real Ownership Review

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Wonder what it's like to actually own and daily drive a Ram TRX? Since so many of you have messaged the team at 221B Tactical asking about the truck, I figured I'd do a review of it for those who asked.
If you're serious about owning this truck one day, this review is for you. I also break down all the reasons I cancelled the deal on the Gen 3 Ford Raptor R and decided to buy the TRX.
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@TRX2021 3 ай бұрын

Had mine for 2 years and absolutely love it... I bought mine with 8600 miles and now it has 89500 miles 0 issues...I also just bought a 2024 Finial Edition as my non work high mile truck...I as well looked at the Raptor R when i did the 2024 and the TRX is just a better truck imo...Your is beautiful as well!!

@briank.3539 3 ай бұрын

I definitely love the Delmonico and Harvest Sunrise colors on those 2024’s. That is one thing I wish was an option when I ordered my 2023.

@junkyarddawgs9956 Ай бұрын

I have a Red 2022 trx with some performance modifications and it is a blast to drive and definitely the best vehicle l have ever owned. 35 smiles to a gallon!

@massiveaction6217 Күн бұрын

😂 35 smiles lmbo@@junkyarddawgs9956

@jgboys1 2 ай бұрын

You made the right choice! Love TRXs’! Beautiful truck!

@01messer1 2 ай бұрын

Great video, way to keep it real! Awesome truck, man. I'm looking at getting one next spring, this video helps. Thank you, God bless!

@221btactical 2 ай бұрын

You're very welcome. You're gonna love it.

@Jerry-dh4wq 3 ай бұрын

Beautiful TREX! Have one, just like it! In the first mod I did to mine, I ordered a Key Fob signal blocker. Dont ever keep or carry your key fob without a signal blocker. They sell them on Amazon for a bout 50 bucks. See the videos on how fast they can steal the TRX its scary. I'm not giving them a chance. Also, i have a steering wheel lock. Nice video! Almost made me want to go buy a second TREX 😅

@221btactical 3 ай бұрын

Got one! Always carry it.

@MarcusTurner-db5qv 3 ай бұрын

Nice video keep up the good work

@221btactical 3 ай бұрын

Thank you Marcus.

@hornshwangler Ай бұрын

Beautiful truck and a great, honest review. thanks

@221btactical 21 күн бұрын

Thank you. And you're welcome.

@LCculater 28 күн бұрын

Good move , you did the right move ! I love mine in black as well .

@riggsmurtah2788 11 күн бұрын

Just picked up my 24 TRX two weeks ago, loving every minute of it!

@briank.3539 3 ай бұрын

Great video. I love both the TRX and Raptor R. I do wish that Ram had given the truck a two key feature. I do scratch my head on this move, it seems if they can do it on a car then it can be done on a truck.

@nightly522 Ай бұрын

great video

@221btactical 21 күн бұрын

Thank you.

@Gutztv07 8 күн бұрын

Seen the Raptor V6 w/37’s & TRX parked together and yes the TRX width is noticeable, very nice and smooth looking. Saw the interior how you show and yes amazing detail and look. One thing I think Ford needs to step up on is interior compared to Dodge, 100+ should be leading inside and out.

@doncappo1509 13 күн бұрын

I have same trim, same color and you’re absolutely right. The hemi engine is a plus on top of the fit and finish of the interior.

@strongislandzfinest23 3 ай бұрын

I love this truck !!! Never driven a raptor r but kinda want one maybe adter my trx but i did own a 2nd gen raptor and theres no comparison. Only thing i miss is the better fuel economy from the raptor to the trx but yea beimg my daily driver doing about 32 miles a day thats my only complaint about this truck. I absolutely love it. I agree with you in every way qbout this truck.

@221btactical 3 ай бұрын

My Gen 2 Raptor was WAY better on gas.

@Gutztv07 8 күн бұрын

Talking about the AC, yes in Texas! You want the cool down faster from the heat.

@neil2945 3 ай бұрын

It's a beautiful truck I'm sure it'll tell you what your mpg is on the counsel

@221btactical 3 ай бұрын

It does. I just don’t look.

@landlubber42069 Ай бұрын

Do want. That's a sick truck. I heard it'll get 14-15 highway mpg in snow mode.

@Diabolical05 2 ай бұрын

i got a 2021 Ram TRX and my biggest "pet peeve" about it is the fact that it doesn't have wireless apple carplay on the infotainment system.. which is pretty outrages for a 2021 vehicle that cost nearly 100k. Also, its only half screen when you do connect your phone.. I know these are first world problems but for a high end luxury truck that cost 100k, the fact that it doesn't have that is pretty dumb.. But this only applies to the 2021 models or uconnect 4 i believe..

@221btactical 2 ай бұрын

Yes. It's unacceptable.

@ilocanodetoy2225 2 ай бұрын

You can change the rpm settings on paddle shifters if you feel there’s delay in the performance settings.

@221btactical 2 ай бұрын

Didn't know that! Thank you!!!

@boxingandbbq3596 Ай бұрын

Dope video, I'm torn between GMC AT4x and this dodge TRX, I know, I know 2 totally different trucks that serve different purposes. I'm just looking for a nice truck, what's leaning me towards this TRX is the interior and what's under the hood. If you spend over 100k for a vehicle, I need to see leather, large media display, and panamoric sun roofs! AT4x media display is basic and does not have a pan roof. While the at4x is engine is beefy, I'm loving the racecar engine inside a truck✌🏾

@221btactical 21 күн бұрын

Both great trucks. Love my GMC 3500HD Denali.

@boxingandbbq3596 20 күн бұрын

lol, picked up at4X 2500 a week ago✌🏾

@dalnkwnt1 2 ай бұрын

I have a 2022 trx and I have wireless CarPlay!!! Wonder why yours doesn’t 🤔

@Hellcat-pg5pq Ай бұрын

It feels big in parking lots, drive throughs and construction zones. That sums up my negatives

@artistofshred1767 2 ай бұрын

Your wrong 2022 has wireless CarPlay , you must have a 2021

@GymClassHero. 22 күн бұрын

Thought the same thing

@RenovationsandRepair Ай бұрын

I appreciate the call out of the other channels that just hop in a vehicle at a dealer and take it around a parking lot for a “review”.

@221btactical 21 күн бұрын

They are good for some people. But if you're seriously looking to own one, does nothing for you.

@THOEMM 16 күн бұрын

You own opinion, i had a shebly off road 2021,trx,2022, and now a raptor r 2023 that R is better in all ways handling trx cannot hang after that truck break in it's a monster to the road and off road.

@ronfellowsz0657 2 ай бұрын

Wireless CarPlay is on the new UConnect system on the 2023s. You forgot to mention the Raptor R also doesn’t have launch mode and the TRX has an actual hard launch control button.

@221btactical 2 ай бұрын

True. Good point. Thank you.

@joesmoe8112 2 ай бұрын

Agree 100% TRX!!

@BADBOYM109R Ай бұрын

Love mine

@TMH47 25 күн бұрын

What exact size tires are those and what did you do to level it out?

@221btactical 21 күн бұрын

37x12.50 and Foutz leveling collar

@douglaswaraxa3733 3 ай бұрын

What size 37 tire did you put on and what is brand of lift/level kit????

@221btactical 3 ай бұрын

BFG K02 37x12.50. Level collars made by Foutz.

@markymark959 3 ай бұрын

37 is the height or diameter of the tire. The rest of the sizing depends on the rim it’s mounted on, so two 37 inch tires on different size rims( ie 18, 19, 20 inch) will be different sizes.

@221btactical 3 ай бұрын

@@markymark959 This in incorrect. Here's a link explaining why what you wrote is incorrect. Two 37" tires from the same manufacturer will be the same exact height/diameter no matter the wheel size. www.tacomaworld.com/tirecalc?tires=37-12.5r18-37-12.5r20

@casmithc2 2 ай бұрын

Yours does not have the bed utility group with the Bed Step, the trailer back up control, the trailer tow mirrors or the power running boards. But who is counting? Lol. Love your red interior accents. A lot of them do not have that.

@221btactical 2 ай бұрын

Correct. Those are all options I did NOT want. Prefer the fixed running boards. Don't ever tow so mirrors and trailer back-up not needed. But, yes those are available.

@BamaCooley 3 ай бұрын

You didn’t sit in a 24 R, it has a HUD and better interior than the 23 plus 720hp!

@221btactical 3 ай бұрын

Correct. I spent 3 days with a 2023 Raptor R. 2024s were not even out yet. Still haven't seen one yet.

@jameshsu4335 Ай бұрын

If TRX is so great then why can't they sell enough to keep it alive? Bye bye trx. Raptor is killing it.

@221btactical 21 күн бұрын

We can ask the same question about MANY epic cars that have been discontinued. Right?

@williamvantassel2773 18 күн бұрын

LOL they sold over 40,000 TRX's in first three years, emmissions standards are what is killing the hellcat and other v-8 engines

@whocaresjustdoit 23 күн бұрын

I did the opposite. The Raptor is a much better truck to live with. Test drove a TRX and immediately said “no”. It’s too loud all the time and I can’t imagine doing a 700 mile trip on this thing, nor how my apartment complex would feel when I start this thing at 6am…Technology is also lagging behind. With the Raptor, it’s a Mercedes S class on highway with exhaust in quiet mode. Tech is better as well. Plus, I get 19-21 mpg on highway with the V6, so that’s 650+ range on the highway. The TRX is lucky if it gets half that. Makes off grid trip almost not possible in some locations due to the limited range. Also, Pro Power is amazing on camping trip as it recharges my power station while running the fridge and other things, and innovation that Ram doesn’t have. I regret a tiny bit not getting a TRX, but the Raptor is a much better to live with. Sadly most of these trucks will be driven on the streets. If you take them off road you’ll feel the gen 3 Raptor’s superiority vs. the TRX (this also has been confirmed by many reviewers).

@221btactical 21 күн бұрын

Thank you for sharing your personal opinion as I did mine. Appreciate it.

@ilocanodetoy2225 3 ай бұрын

The Raptor body is the same body with all other F-150 they just installed wider plastic fender what makes it more menacing look compare to other F150 is the Ford Grill unlike the TRX they actually have wider body than any Ram 1500.

@britlankamstra1865 Ай бұрын

Not true. The f150 raptor is about 3 inches wider than all other f150s

@MainStreetCustoms33513 3 ай бұрын

first off your naming things that the raptor r in 2023 didn’t have . the 2024 has more hp 720 and has heads up display also the seats are much improved and the shocks are improved on the new raptor R you must be comparing it to a 2023 because you’re off on many thanks

@221btactical 3 ай бұрын

Correct. 100%. Comparison was to 2023 Ford Raptor R. Not 2024.

@yamar1ful 21 күн бұрын

How many gallons is the tank?

@221btactical 21 күн бұрын

33 gal

@aymanlockhartable 3 ай бұрын

My friends own TRX don’t have a peace of mind always worry about being car jack! Agree TRX interior looks more premium. Personally someone who loves baja, differently get a Raptor R over TRX!

@Mursedave 3 ай бұрын

My TRX got stolen and now I own a Raptor R. Love both!!!

@221btactical 3 ай бұрын

Biggest fear of owning TRX. Lot more piece of mind with Raptor R for sure.

@strongislandzfinest23 3 ай бұрын

I have nightmares of this every night. Need to add some security because it won't fit in my garage, went through th mall today and was freaking out.

@TRX2021 3 ай бұрын

Thank God where I live I don't hear of any theft of the Hellcat powered vehicles....blessed

@Mursedave 3 ай бұрын

@@strongislandzfinest23 definitely get some security. I thought it was just a bunch of fear mongering on the internet. My heart was broken because I loved that truck. Love the Raptor R too though. I hate that thieves exist.

@strongislandzfinest23 3 ай бұрын

@@Mursedave ya thankfully I live in a clean middle upper class white neighborhood with no crime and never hear of hellcats being stolen but I'm not too far to the NYC border and the nice mall is right on the border of the hood and outskirts of NYC border so I won't even drive to that mall. Just not worth it.

@user-fg4jc1ui3v 3 ай бұрын

DON'T. SPOIL. THE. RAPTOR, ITS. STILL. THE. BEST. LOOKING. VEHICLE, DON'T. TRY. TO. TAKE. THE. RAPTOR. LOVERS. AWAY......

@221btactical 3 ай бұрын

Just sharing personal opinions. Is that still allowed or is that banned now too?

@BloodAlwaysFindsItsLevel 2 ай бұрын

The reasons are endless. Even the new RHO inline 6 is a little whole other Level

@iamninjak5250 3 ай бұрын

Tell me you are looking at a 2023 Raptor without telling me you are comparing last year's Raptor. The things you are complaining about is on the 2024 R. But to each their own. I guess that TRX will never see any dirt. Hope you keep it safe, people stealing Dodge left right, and up and down. The center console was made for people who do work in their vehicles, it's a great place to put your laptop.

@221btactical 3 ай бұрын

The TRX “saw dirt” this weekend. As it does most weekends. Yes, they are stolen…a lot. It’s always a concern when parking it somewhere. If you are truly someone that “works out of their truck” you’re not driving a Raptor R. More likely a F-250 or 350. That said, the comments made about the gear shift have been echoed by Raptor and F-150 owners across the country. Seems like sharing personal opinions is about to be cancelled next SMH

@iamninjak5250 3 ай бұрын

@@221btactical Nobody is canceling, but to speak on something like it is a negative, without understanding the purpose it's for is not the best way to go about something. That is why you are receiving these comments. By the By Everyone is not a construction worker, there are people who are.hmmm Network Architects, that need space out of the hot sun to go over the topology. Again, cannot base it all on just what you would do. IMO I think buying a Raptor R or a TRX to go off-roadding, and I mean rock crawling and such, is overkill. Again, that's just my opinion.

@221btactical 3 ай бұрын

@@iamninjak5250 Thanks for responding. Just so I know, what did I speak on specifically like it was a negative? The flip down center console feature? I'll have to re-watch to see what I said. But it's just a feature I personally wouldn't use. That's not to say it's "not useful" at all. Sure, there are plenty of people that might find that feature useful. Just not me. And again, this video was about "my personal" opinion of both trucks having spent time in both of them. My opinion is NOT gospel. Never said it was. Correct me if I'm wrong, please, but did I ever say in this video "DO NOT BUY A FORD RAPTOR?" I owned a Gen 2 Raptor for YEARS! The video is on my channel. Even though it had issues I still LOVED it. But in my OPINION, when comparing the TRX with the Gen 3 Raptor, I personally found the TRX to be superior in multiple areas. Once again, not GOSPEL, just my opinion. Hope that helps.

@larryclark6443 3 ай бұрын

My Raptor R supercharger screams. Just need to know what you’re doing to get that whine.

@keninhb2196 2 ай бұрын

MOPAR or no car!

@DavidHobbs-qs5gb 2 ай бұрын

Gen 2 Raptor still the most aggressive looking truck on the planet.

@221btactical 2 ай бұрын

LOVE the look of the Gen 2 Raptor. Had mine parked next to a Gen 3 and would take the Gen 2 look all day long.

@enfermeriaenUSA 27 күн бұрын

Ford= Cheap plastic. RAM= real luxury

@ElJefe360 2 ай бұрын

So why you choose this truck over the Raptor? 🤣

@burndog79 25 күн бұрын

Those of you who vote TRX over R ..... ummmm.... parking lots are fun!

@Tiki_Smalls 22 күн бұрын

Trx is cheaper than a raptor r that's the real reason

@221btactical 21 күн бұрын

Whatever helps you sleep at night.

@dalnkwnt1 2 ай бұрын

I don’t “hate” the Raptor R but there is a very serious problem with all of them! I’m sure some of the viewers realize this but most won’t speak up! The #1 problem with the Raptor R is…………..it’s made by FORD 😂

@125spero 3 ай бұрын

raptor R comes with 37 from the factory and it’s a little bit faster I like the TRX, but the Raptor R is a better truck

@221btactical 3 ай бұрын

Thanks for sharing your opinion.

@BADBOYM109R Ай бұрын

Measure the so called 37 in tires on the raptor way small can’t believe they call them 37

@221btactical 21 күн бұрын

@@BADBOYM109R 35.5"

@ryanreyes5281 3 ай бұрын

RAPTOR HATER LOL

@221btactical 3 ай бұрын

Nah. Check the channel. Owned a Gen 2 Raptor for YEARS! Loved it. Nice try though.

@MainStreetCustoms33513 3 ай бұрын

I hate people do truck comparisons in our so far wrong. It’s ridiculous. You’re missing foreman all your audience.

@221btactical 3 ай бұрын

Sharing personal opinion after driving both is “misinformation?” Ok. Got it.

@damonharrington2948 3 ай бұрын

Huh? Grammar? 😅

@221btactical 3 ай бұрын

@@damonharrington2948 LOL

@claudeervin5518 3 ай бұрын

The TRX is a great truck and will temporarily be discontinued after the 2024 model year. In its place will be similar looking truck called the RHO and will compete with the V6 Raptor.

@user-kq7gi7eh1s 3 ай бұрын

What the hell are you trying to say ? did you just come from across the border 🤣🤣

@markymark959 3 ай бұрын

The best truck now is the 2025 Raptor R period and Ram no longer has a competitive TRX since they stopped making V8s and now you get a V6. The TRXis a badass looking truck for sure, but the Raptor (2025 37 R version) is superior in power, suspension, etc … sorry, the truth matters

@221btactical 3 ай бұрын

I was comparing my 2022 TRX to the 2023 Raptor R I got to spend time with. I have no clue what the 2025 Raptor R (is that even out yet???) or the new 2024/2025 TRX come with. If we're talking about HP, 0-60, suspension travel... yes, we can use the word "better." However, if we are talking about quality of the materials used on the interior, drivability, etc, then that's up to the individual. That's all I would add. Yes, the truth matters. But if one person gets into a car that has lots of plastic, fake looking carbon fiber, and hard surfaces AND THEN gets into another car that has lots of leather and real metal trim, real looking carbon fiber and soft touch surfaces all around and feels that the latter car is "better" is he wrong? That's not a matter of truth. That's just a matter of his personal preference. Hope that makes sense.

@TRX2021 3 ай бұрын

@@221btacticalFacts!!! 100%

@briank.3539 3 ай бұрын

The HP and a Deb other things has changed. The 2024/2025 has everything else the same. I originally was leaning towards a Raptor R but, the Ram just ticked all the boxes. So, I ordered one in January 2023, it arrived November 1st. I can respect both off road beastly trucks. The price was better on the Ram vs Raptor R. Honestly, it does come down to personal preference. I run with Raptors, Toyota, Chevy and GMC, each is unique and the best for their owner.

@ilocanodetoy2225 3 ай бұрын

@@221btacticalFACTS

@BADBOYM109R Ай бұрын

The RHO doesn’t have a v6 inline 6 not a fan of a 6 tho

@kdj77 3 ай бұрын

Yet the Raptor R continues to sellout while the TRXs begin to pile up on dealership lots. 😂

@221btactical 3 ай бұрын

My opinion was based on my personal experience with both vehicles. If I based my buying decisions on what everyone else is buying or what's sitting on dealer lots, that wouldn't be authentic. That would be "following the herd." Simply sharing my personal opinion; not trying to "influence" anyone either way. Don't get paid by either company LOL.