- Toughest: All-new, purpose-built
high-strength steel frame unique to Ford F-150 Raptor, and
high-strength, military-grade, aluminum-alloy body help save more
than 500 pounds of weight for improved performance and
capability
- Smartest: Powered by all-new,
high-output 3.5-liter EcoBoost® engine with more horsepower and
torque than current Raptor’s 411-horsepower, 434-lb.-ft. 6.2-liter
V8; all-new 10-speed transmission; advanced LED lighting, camera
technology for improved visibility day or night
- Most capable: Redesigned, larger FOX
Racing Shox with more suspension travel and all-new terrain
management technology help F-150 Raptor tackle America’s toughest
trails – from dry washes in the Mojave Desert to Moab’s rocky
terrain to Michigan mud, sand and snow
Ford, America’s truck leader, today introduced the all-new F-150
Raptor – the ultimate high-performance off-road pickup in the
company’s lineup.
The all-new Raptor's exterior design is
inspired by Ford's performance heritage in off-road racing series
that includes Best in the Desert and the famous Baja 1000. (Photo:
Business Wire)
Ford has reengineered every part of the F-150 Raptor to make it
the toughest, smartest, most capable off-roader – and more
efficient than ever.
“When we created the first Raptor, we set out to prove vehicle
performance isn’t just measured on the street or at the track –
off-road can be even more fun,” said Raj Nair, Ford group vice
president, Global Product Development. “The original Raptor, plus
enhancements on the all-new F-150 set the bar for us to make the
all-new Raptor better in every way.”
Toughest
The all-new Raptor starts with a purpose-built frame – the
backbone of the truck – that is the strongest in the F-150 lineup,
featuring more high-strength steel than the outgoing Raptor.
Forged from high-strength, military-grade, aluminum alloy that
helps save more than 500 pounds of weight, Raptor’s exterior design
is inspired by Ford’s performance heritage in off-road racing that
includes Best in the Desert, Lucas Oil Off Road Racing Series and
the famous Baja 1000.
Raptor’s chiseled looks are reminiscent of those found in Trophy
Trucks – the most powerful and fastest off-road pickups.
Raptor is 6 inches wider than the standard F-150 for improved
stability off-road.
The all-new Raptor also boasts its first-ever dual exhaust and
new 17-inch wheels with next-generation BFGoodrich All-Terrain KO2
tires specifically designed for off-road performance.
Smartest
Raptor is powered by Ford’s new, second-generation 3.5-liter
EcoBoost® engine that produces more power with greater efficiency
than the current 6.2-liter V8, which is rated at 411 horsepower and
434 lb.-ft. of torque.
The first-generation 3.5-liter EcoBoost proved its mettle
off-road – racing in the original F-150 EcoBoost Torture Test truck
in the 2010 Baja 1000, as well as notching repeated wins in
off-road race series.
The high-output 3.5-liter EcoBoost is a Raptor exclusive in the
F-150 lineup. It will be paired with an all-new 10-speed
transmission for improved efficiency.
An all-new four-wheel-drive, torque-on-demand transfer case,
with an advanced, easier-to-use version of off-road mode
driver-assist technology, further improves Raptor’s trail
performance.
Raptor’s new transfer case, which manages power distribution
between the front and rear wheels, combines the best attributes of
clutch-driven, on-demand all-wheel drive with durable,
mechanical-locking four-wheel drive.
“The new transfer case offers better traction for a greater
variety of terrain at low and high speeds – both on-road and
off-road,” said Jamal Hameedi, chief engineer, Ford
Performance.
Raptor’s pioneering off-road mode driving technology has evolved
into an all-new Terrain Management System™ that enables the driver
to select modes to optimize driving dynamics to environmental
conditions – from snow to mud, sand and more.
The new Raptor features calibration changes to its powertrain,
driveline, traction control, ABS and AdvanceTrac stability control
for optimal performance. There are six preset modes for the truck
depending on terrain and driving conditions:
- Normal mode for everyday driving
- Street mode for higher-performance,
on-road driving
- Weather mode for rain, snow or ice
- Mud and sand mode for muddy and sandy
trails and terrain
- Baja mode for high-speed desert
running
- Rock mode for low-speed rock
crawling
Most capable
An available Torsen front differential increases off-road
capability further. The system increases grip significantly for the
front end of the truck and allows it to pull itself over obstacles
and up steep grades – even when traction is split between the front
tires.
Building a high-performance off-road truck isn’t just about
engine power – more importantly, it’s about the suspension.
F-150 Raptor comes standard with new FOX Racing Shox with custom
internal bypass technology that works to damp and stiffen
suspension travel over rough terrain to help prevent the truck from
bottoming out.
Front and rear shock canisters have grown from 2.5 inches to 3
inches in diameter for improved performance. They feature more
suspension travel than the current Raptor’s 11.2 inches at the
front and 12 inches at the rear.
Advanced LED lighting and camera technology contribute to
improved visibility on the trail or street – day and night.
Commanding and comfortable
While the exterior design of the F-150 Raptor is about
projecting an image, the interior design is about creating a
comfortable place for driver and passengers to enjoy their time on-
and off-road.
Added content includes interior upgrades, three color material
levels, and paddle shifters to manually shift the 10-speed
transmission.
Auxiliary switches to control aftermarket equipment such as
lights or an air compressor are mounted out of the driver’s way in
the roof of the cab – similar to a fighter plane.
“This all-new F-150 Raptor takes Raptor performance to the next
level,” said Dave Pericak, director, Ford Performance.
The all-new Raptor will be built at Dearborn Truck Plant, and
goes on sale fall 2016.
About Ford Motor Company
Ford Motor Company, a global automotive industry leader based in
Dearborn, Michigan, manufactures or distributes automobiles across
six continents. With about 189,000 employees and 65 plants
worldwide, the company’s automotive brands include Ford and
Lincoln. The company provides financial services through Ford Motor
Credit Company. For more information regarding Ford and its
products worldwide, please visit www.corporate.ford.com.
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Ford Motor CompanyMike Levine,
313.323.6854mlevine5@ford.comScott Fosgard,
313.323.7829sfosgard@ford.com
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