Biker16 Posted April 22, 2016 Share Posted April 22, 2016 https://media.ford.com/content/fordmedia/fna/us/en/news/2016/04/22/f150-raptor-supercrew-china.html Apr 22, 2016 | BEIJING Fearless, Ferocious and Fun: Ford Introduces F-150 Raptor SuperCrew to China All-new Ford F-150 Raptor SuperCrew makes its China debut, bringing unmatched levels of off-road excitement and performance to the world’s largest auto market Truck’s exclusive high-output 3.5-liter EcoBoost® V6 engine, paired with an all-new 10-speed transmission, produces the power of a V8 with fuel economy of a V6 All-new Terrain Management System enables drivers to select from among six preset modes to optimize driving dynamics in all conditions BEIJING, April 22, 2016 – Ford, America’s truck leader, announces today that the all-new F-150 Raptor SuperCrew – the high-performance off-road pickup unmatched by any other auto manufacturer – will be available in China in 2017, delivering a new level of capability to China’s off-road enthusiasts. F-150 Raptor is unique among off-road performance vehicles, with a purpose-built engine, chassis and suspension – all of which enable it to travel fast over challenging desert landscapes or crawl over rocky terrain, from Baja to the Gobi Desert. “F-150 Raptor represents the very best of what Ford can accomplish with its world-class engineering and design teams, and its long history of building tough, capable and versatile trucks,” said Jamal Hameedi, global chief program engineer, Ford Performance. “We are thrilled to offer our customers in China the chance to experience new levels of off-road performance with the all-new F-150 Raptor.” Advanced materials – including a fully boxed, high-strength steel frame and high-strength, military-grade aluminum-alloy body – help to improve durability while greatly reducing the weight of Raptor for improved off-road prowess. Combined with all-new EcoBoost® engine technology, F-150 Raptor SuperCrew has a power-to-weight ratio that makes it even more agile off-road. Smart technologyAdvanced technologies enable drivers to travel across varying off-road terrain with greater confidence. F-150 Raptor is powered by Ford’s new, second-generation high-output 3.5-liter EcoBoost that produces more power with greater efficiency than the previous Raptor’s 6.2-liter V8, which was rated at 411 horsepower and 434 lb.-ft. of torque. An F-150 Raptor exclusive, the engine is paired with an all-new 10-speed transmission for improved efficiency. An all-new four-wheel-drive, torque-on-demand transfer case manages power distribution between front and rear wheels. It combines the best attributes of clutch-driven, on-demand all-wheel drive with durable, mechanical-locking four-wheel drive to send power to the wheels in slippery conditions. The truck’s pioneering off-road driving mode technology has evolved into an all-new Terrain Management System that enables the driver to select from among six preset modes to optimize driving dynamics to environmental conditions. Driving modes include: Normal mode for everyday driving Street mode for high 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 Legendary capabilityAn available Torsen front differential improves off-road capability further. The system increases front-end grip significantly and allows F-150 Raptor to pull itself over obstacles and up steep grades – even when traction is split between the front tires. 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 – helping prevent the truck from bottoming out. Large-diameter front and rear shock canisters are designed to improve performance and increase suspension travel. F-150 Raptor sports a dual exhaust system and new 430-millimeter wheels with next-generation BFGoodrich All-Terrain KO2 tires designed for off-road performance. “F-150 Raptor is the ultimate showcase of the tough capability available throughout Ford’s family of trucks and SUVs,” said John Lawler, chairman and CEO, Ford Motor China. “By introducing it to the world’s largest auto market, we hope to inspire a new generation of off-road enthusiasts, and demonstrate how we are always bringing our customers new innovations.” The all-new 2017 Ford F-150 Raptor will be built at Dearborn Truck Plant in North America and be available as a SuperCrew in China in 2017. The 2017 Ford F-150 lineup will be available in 96 markets around the globe. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fordmantpw Posted April 22, 2016 Share Posted April 22, 2016 Whoa, didn't see that one coming. The 2017 Ford F-150 lineup will be available in 96 markets around the globe. How many is the F150 available in today? I thought it was only in North America and Mexico (as the Lobo) with the Ranger carrying on everywhere else. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
akirby Posted April 22, 2016 Share Posted April 22, 2016 December 2013 article: Built at Ford Motor Co.'s Kansas City Assembly Plant in Claycomo, the F-150 pickup truck accounted for nearly one-third of the company's exports during the past four years. Since 2009, more than 100,000 F-series trucks have been produced in the United States for export to nearly 50 countries. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fordmantpw Posted April 22, 2016 Share Posted April 22, 2016 December 2013 article: Hmph, where have I been? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
akirby Posted April 22, 2016 Share Posted April 22, 2016 Hmph, where have I been? Cataloging your Justin Bieber collection? Oh wait, that's me....... 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fordmantpw Posted April 22, 2016 Share Posted April 22, 2016 Cataloging your Justin Bieber collection? Ha! I was expecting that line when I wrote that. Oh wait, that's me....... I thought you ARE me. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ANTAUS Posted April 22, 2016 Share Posted April 22, 2016 powered by Ford’s new, second-generation high-output 3.5-liter EcoBoost that produces more power with greater efficiency than the previous Raptor’s 6.2-liter V8, which was rated at 411 horsepower and 434 lb.-ft. of torque. An F-150 Raptor exclusive, the engine is paired with an all-new 10-speed transmission for improved efficiency. So at least we know the next generation 3.5L has more than 411HP. They get the 10 speed first... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
twintornados Posted April 22, 2016 Share Posted April 22, 2016 I am surprised that Ford hasn't given ROW Ranger the "Raptor" treatment. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fordmantpw Posted April 22, 2016 Share Posted April 22, 2016 powered by Ford’s new, second-generation high-output 3.5-liter EcoBoost that produces more power with greater efficiency than the previous Raptor’s 6.2-liter V8, which was rated at 411 horsepower and 434 lb.-ft. of torque. An F-150 Raptor exclusive, the engine is paired with an all-new 10-speed transmission for improved efficiency. So at least we know the next generation 3.5L has more than 411HP. They get the 10 speed first... At least 450HP has been thrown around by Ford as well. I wouldn't be surprised to see an even 500/500 out of it. The '17 Raptor here in the states will get the 10 speed as well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fuzzymoomoo Posted April 22, 2016 Share Posted April 22, 2016 I am surprised that Ford hasn't given ROW Ranger the "Raptor" treatment. There was rumor of it. I wonder if that will happen with the next generation model. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BORG Posted April 22, 2016 Share Posted April 22, 2016 If only China was a big Truck consumer. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
akirby Posted April 22, 2016 Share Posted April 22, 2016 powered by Ford’s new, second-generation high-output 3.5-liter EcoBoost that produces more power with greater efficiency than the previous Raptor’s 6.2-liter V8, which was rated at 411 horsepower and 434 lb.-ft. of torque. An F-150 Raptor exclusive, the engine is paired with an all-new 10-speed transmission for improved efficiency. So at least we know the next generation 3.5L has more than 411HP. They get the 10 speed first... It's already been reported as at least 450. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jasonj80 Posted April 22, 2016 Share Posted April 22, 2016 The '17 Raptor here in the states will get the 10 speed as well. I wouldn't be surprised to see other versions of the F150 get the 10 speed as well in 2017, Probably the 2.7L for fuel economy. There are some changes from the EPA as to how MPG will be figured for 2017 MY vehicles, Ford will not want to see a drop in window sticker numbers. The 10speed is all but assured on the diesel. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fuzzymoomoo Posted April 22, 2016 Share Posted April 22, 2016 I wouldn't be surprised to see other versions of the F150 get the 10 speed as well in 2017, Probably the 2.7L for fuel economy. There are some changes from the EPA as to how MPG will be figured for 2017 MY vehicles, Ford will not want to see a drop in window sticker numbers. The 10speed is all but assured on the diesel. It will be put into the whole lineup. Ford said that very clearly. Raptor is just the first. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fordmantpw Posted April 22, 2016 Share Posted April 22, 2016 I wouldn't be surprised to see other versions of the F150 get the 10 speed as well in 2017, Probably the 2.7L for fuel economy. There are some changes from the EPA as to how MPG will be figured for 2017 MY vehicles, Ford will not want to see a drop in window sticker numbers. The 10speed is all but assured on the diesel. I thought those changes were in '16 since the 2.7L saw a 2 MPG drop for the '16 MY. It will be put into the whole lineup. Ford said that very clearly. Raptor is just the first. Yep, I think it will be phased in. Maybe Q1 '17? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fuzzymoomoo Posted April 22, 2016 Share Posted April 22, 2016 Yep, I think it will be phased in. Maybe Q1 '17? That's as good of a guess as I've heard. It's set to go into the Mustang for MY2018, so I would think the entire F-150 lineup would have it by then. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fordmantpw Posted April 22, 2016 Share Posted April 22, 2016 That's as good of a guess as I've heard. It's set to go into the Mustang for MY2018, so I would think the entire F-150 lineup would have it by then. Maybe they will wait until the '18 MY refresh. Or, maybe the '18 MY will start in early '17 with all the changes including the diesel, revised front end, 10 speed, and hybrid. What's interesting is the Super Duty is getting the 6R80 for the '17 MY in the F250 gassers. Will the '18 follow with the 10 speed as well? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rmc523 Posted April 22, 2016 Share Posted April 22, 2016 powered by Fords new, second-generation high-output 3.5-liter EcoBoost that produces more power with greater efficiency than the previous Raptors 6.2-liter V8, which was rated at 411 horsepower and 434 lb.-ft. of torque. An F-150 Raptor exclusive, the engine is paired with an all-new 10-speed transmission for improved efficiency. So at least we know the next generation 3.5L has more than 411HP. They get the 10 speed first... They said at its debut as part of Ford Performance that it would have at least 450-hp Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jpd80 Posted April 22, 2016 Share Posted April 22, 2016 They said at its debut as part of Ford Performance that it would have at least 450-hp That figure came from Raj Nair... he should know.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
T-bird Posted April 23, 2016 Share Posted April 23, 2016 If both the Ranger and F150 are available in China and other countries why cant ford justify both in NA? Is it the cost of meeting regulations, competition against F150 profits...? Dont know and just asking! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fuzzymoomoo Posted April 23, 2016 Share Posted April 23, 2016 If both the Ranger and F150 are available in China and other countries why cant ford justify both in NA? Is it the cost of meeting regulations, competition against F150 profits...? Dont know and just asking! Ranger is coming soon Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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