Raptor F-150 gets 411 horsepower 6.2L V8
Ford has announced the official power figures of the new 6.2L V8 engine that will be available in the 2010 Raptor. It boasts 411 horsepower and 434 ft.-lb. of torque, making it the most powerful engine available in any half ton pickup truck.
Way to go Ford, this is the icing on the cake. The ultra-capable Raptor benefits from an even more impressive engine, available for order December 1, with an MSRP of $41,995.
Ford has also announced a FR Raptor XT off-road-only truck will have a production run of 50 units, priced at $99,950. It features:
- 500-hp (est.) 6.2-liter naturally aspirated engine
- Six-speed automatic transmission
- Electronically selectable 4×4; 4.56 gear sets; front and rear e-lockers
- A-arm with uni-ball front; four-link RR suspension
- 15-inch front/18-inch rear wheel travel
- Coil-over with bypass shocks front and rear
- Chromoly “4130” rollcage; extensive skid plating
- Full featured interior, including power windows/windshield and air conditioning
- Factory seating with five-point restraints
- Off-road beadlock wheel/tires
- Unique appearance package including tubular front and rear bumper and integral lighting
November 5th, 2009 at 11:38 pm
What about putting a V6 Turbo Diesel in the F150 and shooting for 25-30+ MPG? Attach that to a 6 speed automatic and you’d blow the competition apart.
Thanks for listening.
Ford Fan