If you're a fan of desert heat, Ford's new 700bhp F-150 Raptor R might be just for you.
. The numbers are close, with Ford giving only 2bhp and 9lb ft away to the Hemi-powered Ram, and until we’re given official acceleration times, the Ram’s 4.5sec 0-62mph figure remains the time to beat.
Ford’s engineering team has dug right into the powertrain to ensure it meets the requirements of a Raptor model, including recalibrating the supercharger with a new pulley that optimises low- and mid-range torque output compared to the peakier Mustang GT500. There are also upgrades to the cast exhaust manifolds, there’s a new oil cooler and a redesigned oil pan that’ll handle extreme gradients without starving the bottom end.
Production of the Raptor R will commence at the end of 2022 with prices still to be confirmed – sales will be limited to North American markets. For those in the UK wanting to traverse the Surrey hills at speed, you’ll have to make do with the upcoming Raptor Ranger V6 petrol.
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