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Ford Raptor: Ford F-150 Raptor: The Desert-Racing Performance Truck
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Ford F-150 Raptor: The Desert-Racing Performance Truck

The Raptor is Ford's high-performance off-road F-150, engineered to blast across desert terrain at high speed straight from the factory.

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2024 Ford F-150 Raptor R
2024 Ford F-150 Raptor R#1
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Introduced in 2010, the F-150 Raptor pioneered the factory desert-racing truck concept. It features long-travel suspension with specialized Fox shocks, a widened track, knobby tires, and skid plates, all designed for high-speed off-road performance.

Powered by a twin-turbo EcoBoost V6 (and later a supercharged V8 in the Raptor R), it combines serious power with the ability to soak up rough terrain at speed. It became the benchmark for the off-road performance truck segment, inspiring rivals like the Ram TRX.

Both capable off-road weapon and usable daily truck, the Raptor remains one of the most desirable and influential performance pickups available.

Frequently asked questions about Ford Raptor

What is the Ford Raptor?
The Raptor is the high-performance off-road version of the F-150, built for high-speed desert running.
What engine does the Raptor use?
It uses a twin-turbo EcoBoost V6, with a supercharged V8 in the Raptor R.
When did the Raptor launch?
The F-150 Raptor launched in 2010, pioneering the factory desert-truck concept.
What does the Raptor compete with?
The Raptor inspired and competes with rivals like the Ram 1500 TRX.
What makes the Raptor capable off-road?
It has long-travel Fox suspension, a wide track, off-road tires, and skid plates.

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The 2027 Ford F-150 brings the V8 back in the expensive trims
The 2027 Ford F-150 brings the V8 back in the expensive trims

The 2027 Ford F-150 makes the 5.0-liter V8 available from the base XL to the top Platinum again, and the King Ranch and Platinum get it back for the first time since 2023. A new 325 hp 3.0-liter EcoBoost becomes the base engine, and a new Raptor 800A trim starts $4,010 cheaper at $74,995.

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