PREMiERdrum Posted January 12, 2015 Share Posted January 12, 2015 (edited) All-New F-150 Raptor Is Ford’s Toughest, Smartest, Most Capable Truck for Ultimate Off-Road Performance 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. 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.” ToughestThe 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. SmartestRaptor 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 capableAn 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 comfortableWhile 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. Edited January 12, 2015 by PREMiERdrum Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fordmantpw Posted January 12, 2015 Share Posted January 12, 2015 WOW! I want one! That thing has an awesome stance, and though I like the looks of the '14 version, this is 10x better! Looks like it retained the 5.5' bed on the SuperCab? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rmc523 Posted January 12, 2015 Share Posted January 12, 2015 Looks great! I like how the FORD band lines up with the notch in the headlights. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ds91776 Posted January 12, 2015 Share Posted January 12, 2015 Did you notice in the press release that they said that the 3.5EB would have more than 411 hp? I wonder... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
silvrsvt Posted January 12, 2015 Share Posted January 12, 2015 Did you notice in the press release that they said that the 3.5EB would have more than 411 hp? I wonder... Nothing to wonder about the 3.5L Ecoboost can do more then that no problem Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
silvrsvt Posted January 12, 2015 Share Posted January 12, 2015 Wow just saw it has the 10 speed transmission! Hmm gas should be affordable now Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ds91776 Posted January 12, 2015 Share Posted January 12, 2015 I know the engine is capable of more than the 365hp it makes now....but no production car has show that off. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PREMiERdrum Posted January 12, 2015 Author Share Posted January 12, 2015 First application of the GM joint venture 10 speed... right? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rmc523 Posted January 12, 2015 Share Posted January 12, 2015 Wow just saw it has the 10 speed transmission! Hmm gas should be affordable now I was just going to say I noticed that too. Guess it's ready already! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fordmantpw Posted January 12, 2015 Share Posted January 12, 2015 Hmmm, will the standard issue F150 get the second gen 3.5L EB for '16 as well? Good to see the 10 speed tranny coming soon! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chester Posted January 12, 2015 Share Posted January 12, 2015 Sweet. Has the new 10 spd transmission to boot. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fordmantpw Posted January 12, 2015 Share Posted January 12, 2015 I was just going to say I noticed that too. Guess it's ready already! Well, it does say it won't be available until Fall 2016, so that's 18 months off yet. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jpvbs Posted January 12, 2015 Share Posted January 12, 2015 I also noticed they are going to use an AWD transfer case. I assume it will be the same as/similar to the one used in the Expedition which has 2wd/AWD/4hi/4lo. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rmc523 Posted January 12, 2015 Share Posted January 12, 2015 Hmmm, will the standard issue F150 get the second gen 3.5L EB for '16 as well? Good to see the 10 speed tranny coming soon! Hmm....my guess would be yes and no... in the sense of they might receive a "second gen 3.5" also mated with the 10-speed, but it'll have less power than the Raptor version. Well, it does say it won't be available until Fall 2016, so that's 18 months off yet. True. But still haha. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fordmantpw Posted January 12, 2015 Share Posted January 12, 2015 Hmm....my guess would be yes and no... in the sense of they might receive a "second gen 3.5" also mated with the 10-speed, but it'll have less power than the Raptor version. That's precisely what I was thinking. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
351cid Posted January 12, 2015 Share Posted January 12, 2015 I guess it's kind of like the big truck diesels. They sell hp. An example is: you can get a 13 L engine rated in 5 different hp ratings from 350 to 500. Same engine, just a different turbo, cam, injectors, and compression (and a few other small parts). I had a 3406 CAT that was rated at 300 hp. We had to do a major rebuild on it and when is was done it was 460 hp CAT. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rmc523 Posted January 12, 2015 Share Posted January 12, 2015 I guess it's kind of like the big truck diesels. They sell hp. An example is: you can get a 13 L engine rated in 5 different hp ratings from 350 to 500. Same engine, just a different turbo, cam, injectors, and compression (and a few other small parts). I had a 3406 CAT that was rated at 300 hp. We had to do a major rebuild on it and when is was done it was 460 hp CAT. Yeah, but in this application, it'd be more for exclusivity reasons for the Raptor than anything. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
351cid Posted January 12, 2015 Share Posted January 12, 2015 That was my point. They're selling more hp in the "Halo" model. Translation: a tuner will probably put the "regular production" motor at the same power levels. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Anthony Posted January 12, 2015 Share Posted January 12, 2015 This is cool and all......but jeez, they pulled a GM. Previewing a product not begin released for almost 2 years. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rmc523 Posted January 12, 2015 Share Posted January 12, 2015 Just noticed the rear bumper ends are cut down and it has split dual exhaust that tuck under the slimmer bumper. I'm sure this helps with ground clearance/exit angle. More pics here - http://www.autoblog.com/2015/01/12/ford-f150-raptor-ecoboost-aluminum-body-detroit-2015/#image-11 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ds91776 Posted January 12, 2015 Share Posted January 12, 2015 Yeah...I'm annoyed that the Raptor and GT are 2017 model years....Ford did that with the 2012 Focus too, showing it off significantly more than a year before its on-sale date. Hopefully Ford has more models to show us for the 2016 model year other than the updated Explorer...new Taurus? Updated Escape and Fusion? And where is the updated C-Max showing up in North America? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deanh Posted January 12, 2015 Share Posted January 12, 2015 @ds91776....we have 2016 Edges arriving March...what does that tell you? ( hint 2017s ARENT 12 years away...maybe 8-10 months, maybe a year ) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deanh Posted January 12, 2015 Share Posted January 12, 2015 (edited) here we go....next fall is release date ( and that's 2016 as a 2017 model ) Edited January 12, 2015 by Deanh Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rmc523 Posted January 12, 2015 Share Posted January 12, 2015 here we go....next fall is release date ( and that's 2014 as a 2016 model ) FTFY Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Anthony Posted January 12, 2015 Share Posted January 12, 2015 here we go....next fall is release date ( and that's 2016 as a 2017 model ) That's still a year and half. That's a pretty damn long lead-in time. I guess there probably aren't many (any?) Raptors left on the lots and showing it now may keep potential buyers hanging on until then. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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