700 Horsepower! New Ford F-150 Raptor R Is Most Powerful Raptor Ever For High-Performance Off-Roading
•Ordering opens today for the new 2023 F-150® Raptor R™, the most powerful F-150 Raptor ever, featuring a new 5.2-liter supercharged V8 that cranks out 700 horsepower and 640 lb.-ft. of torque for even more extreme off-roading
•Next-level trail-conquering capability starts with long-travel suspension featuring FOX Live Valve shocks specially tuned to take advantage of the truck's V8 power; standard class-exclusive 37-inch tires and class-best ground clearance offer improved confidence and control over harsh terrain
•Supercharged V8 power accentuated by the unique styling of Raptor R, power dome on the hood and desert-inspired graphics; black interior enhanced by genuine carbon fiber streaked with signature Ford Performance Code Orange accents After more than a decade spent braving harsh conditions and conquering massive desert dunes over three generations of off-road trucks, Ford unleashes the new F-150® Raptor R™ – the fastest, most powerful, most extreme high-performance off-road desert Raptor yet.All three generations of F-150 Raptor have been inspired by the extreme desert-racing trophy trucks that compete in the Baja 1000. Designed and engineered by Ford Performance, the 2023 F-150 Raptor R is the closest yet to delivering this type of performance.'Raptor R is our ultimate Raptor,' said Carl Widmann, Ford Performance chief engineer. 'When customers experience Raptor R in the desert and beyond, it will make the hairs on the back of their necks stand up – and they'll love every second of it.'The heart of Raptor RThe heart of Raptor R is a new 5.2-liter supercharged V8 engine that delivers 700 horsepower and 640 lb.-ft. of torque to give it incredible desert-running power. Ford Performance enlisted the most powerful engine in its lineup – previously seen in the Mustang Shelby GT500® – optimizing it for Raptor-level off-road performance and Built Ford Tough® durability. The result is the most torque-dense supercharged V8 yet in a production pickup.Ford Performance recalibrated this V8 engine's supercharger and installed a new pulley to optimize its power for off-road use, increasing torque delivery at the low-end and mid-range. These changes help Raptor R offer more performance at the speeds where customers spend most of their time driving.To maintain the extreme off-road durability the Raptor brand is known for, Ford Performance upgraded the original engine's exhaust manifolds to a cast stainless steel design, including a unique oil cooler and filter, plus a deeper oil pan enabling it to tackle aggressive grades while keeping the engine oil cool. To help the engine breathe better, air intake volume is increased 66% via a wider air intake inlet and a higher-flow, higher-efficiency conical air filter.Built Ford Tough to conquer the desert
F-150 Raptor is about more than going fast – it must conquer brutal off-road environments. Its capability and durability comes from more than a decade of Ford expertise in engineering and torture testing high-performance trucks. Ford Performance upgraded the base truck's transmission and driveline to help ensure Raptor R can smoothly handle what this V8 can throw at it.
The most powerful Raptor yet takes the off-road truck's purpose-built design legacy up a notch, with unique styling that further drives home its supercharged capability. A larger, more aggressively styled power dome on the hood sits nearly 1 inch taller than on the base Raptor, helping extract warm air from underneath. Iconic F O R D grille, bumpers and fender flares painted black underscore its menacing looks.'Raptor R is visually designed like a desert predator to catch the attention of Raptor customers and off-road enthusiasts,' said Tom Liu, Raptor R lead designer. 'There are details big and small – from the more aggressive hood air extractor to the Code Orange 'R' badges - that visually communicate next level off-road performance under the Raptor R banner.'Ford Performance-exclusive Code Orange accents include a unique 'R' badge on the grille, power dome and tailgate. A special graphics package on the rear fenders feature a unique design that mirrors the harsh, cracked desert earth, reinforcing the type of environment Raptor R is built to conquer.That aggressive feel carries over to a black interior. Standard Recaro® seats sport a combination of black leather and Alcantara® suede – cleverly placed for added grip when the terrain gets nasty. Genuine carbon fiber adorns the doors, media bin door and upper parts of the instrument panel, featuring a unique tri-axial weave designed to convey Raptor R's combination of performance, toughness and durability.Like the rest of the Raptor family, Raptor R comes standard with a suite of smart technology to make off-roading easier. Trail Turn Assist** allows drivers to shrink their turning radius on tight turns and go even further off-road. Ford Trail Control™ – think cruise control for off-roading – lets drivers select a set speed and steer through challenging conditions while the truck handles throttle and braking. Trail 1-Pedal Drive† allows customers to control throttle and braking with just one pedal to make extreme off-roading like rock crawling even easier.Keeping you connected is a standard 12-inch touch screen with SYNC® 4 technology, Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ compatibility††. Raptor R also benefits from Ford Power-Úp over-the-air software update capability‡. These wireless updates can offer improvements throughout the vehicle – from the SYNC system to enhanced quality, capability and convenience upgrades that improve the ownership experience over time. F-150 Raptor R will be available in eight color options, including new Avalanche and Azure Gray Tri-Coat exterior paint offered on the Raptor lineup for the first time.Ordering for F-150 Raptor R opens today and production starts late 2022 at Dearborn Truck Plant. Contact your dealer for more information.Source - Ford
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