Ford's SVT (Special Vehicle Team) has been known to deliver some wild rides, but the SVT Raptor takes performance to an entirely new level. And how does one test such a unique, capable vehicle? Why, the Baja 1000 of course. Ford has jumped, drifted, raced, and likely even rolled the Raptor during their extensive testing. Put through every off-road terrain and obstacle course imaginable, Ford released a vehicle of custom quality and capability to the mass production market. One might even argue that the Raptor is Ford SVT's most successful creation to date. The Raptor is 3 inches wider and features a 7 inch wider track width than a standard F-150.
When it launched in 2010, the SVT Raptor was available with either a 5.4L or 6.2L V-8, the later producing 411 hp and 434 lb-ft at the crankshaft. In its first year, the Raptor was only available as a SuperCab model, but a SuperCrew version (4 full doors) became optional in 2011. Buyers originally had 5 colors to choose from and could order the Raptor with or without the unique graphics package. An electronic locking rear differential stuffed with 4.10 gears was also standard equipment, ensuring maximum traction when owners decide to dig deep into the powerband of the 6.2L "Boss" V-8 (standard on all 2011+ SVT Raptors). If that's not enough, a heavy duty 6 speed automatic transmission sits between fully boxed frame rails. A modified "Raptor R" completed the 41st Baja 1000 in 25 minutes 28 seconds, placing third in its class. At the popular "Best in the Desert" series, the Raptor R took second overall in its class.
SVT Raptor F-150 Specs
Make/Model: |
2010 - 2016 Ford F-150 SVT Raptor |
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Body: |
4wd SuperCab or SuperCrew, 5.5' bed |
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Assembly Plant: |
Dearborn Truck Plant in Dearborn, Michigan |
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Engine: |
5.4L 3v V-8 (available for 2010 model years only) |
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Horsepower: |
310 hp @ 5,000 rpm, 5.4L V-8 |
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411 hp @ 5,500 rpm, 6.2L V-8 |
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Torque: |
365 lb-ft @ 3,500 rpm, 5.4L V-8 |
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434 lb-ft @ 4,500 rpm, 6.2L V-8 |
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Transmission: |
6R80 six speed automatic |
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1st |
2nd |
3rd |
4th |
5th |
6th |
Rev |
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4.17 : 1 |
2.34 : 1 |
1.52 : 1 |
1.14 : 1 |
0.86 : 1 |
0.69 : 1 |
3.40 : 1 |
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Axles: |
4.10 : 1 differential ratios, TORSEN front differential, electronic locking rear differential |
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Ground Clearance: |
9.5" front, 9.3" rear. |
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Front Suspension: |
Internal bypass Fox Racing Shox, coil over, double wishbone independent with aluminum lower control arm and forged steel upper control arm |
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Front Suspension Travel: |
11.2" |
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Rear Suspension: |
Internal bypass Fox Racing Shox, solid axle with leaf springs. |
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Rear Suspensions Travel: |
12.1" |
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Approach/Departure Angle: |
SuperCab - 30.3° approach, 22.8° departure angle |
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SuperCrew - 30.2° approach, 22.7° departure angle |
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Wheels/Tires: |
17" cast aluminum wheels w/ machined finish, 35" LT315/70/R17 BSW all-terrain tires |
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Brakes: |
• Front 13.8" disc with vented rotors |
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Curb Weight: |
• 6,004 lbs (SuperCab, 2014 model year) |
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Max GCWR: |
• 12,500 lbs (SuperCab) |
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Max Payload: |
• 920 lbs (SuperCab) |
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Max Towing: |
• 6,000 lbs (SuperCab) |
2011 - 2016 Raptor Paint Options
Tuxedo Black |
Blue Flame |
Ingot Silver |
Oxford White |
Race Red |
Ruby Red |
Terrain |
Note - Molten Orange discontinued after 2011 model year, not shown
SVT Raptor Model Year Changes
2011 |
SuperCrew model introduced with 4 fullsize doors |
6.2L Boss V-8 became standard on all F150 Raptors, retiring the 5.4L V-8 |
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Ingot Silver Metallic added to color options |
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2012 |
Molten Orange paint option discontinued |
Torsen front differential became optional equipment (full differential lockup at a predetermined amount of slip) |
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Front camera system added to optional equipment |
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Slight interior and exterior styling changes for 2012 model years |
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Optional graphics package redesigned, more "jagged" design |
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Cooled seats become standard with the optional luxury interior package |
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2013 |
Bead lock convertible forged aluminum wheels added as optional equipment |
HID headlamps added as optional equipment |
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Terrain paint added to color options |
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2014 |
TORSEN front differential becomes standard |
Raptor "Special Edition" added to lineup, features cosmetic differences |
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Race Red added to paint options (Special Edition only) |