2024 Ford F-150 Raptor R: with 730 hp against the RAM TRX!

Thomas Wachsmuth 20 December 2023 -> Cars from AZ, -> Tuner from AZ, Ford, Ford Performance, News vehicles

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The Ford F-150 Raptor R. goes into 2024, with 720 HP (730 hp) at the start and thus surpasses its predecessor and even the current one Ram TRX. The heart of the powerhouse is of course the massive one supercharged 5,2-liter V8, thanks to new engine tuning and improved air supply now delivers even more performance. The increase in performance is part of the small ones Facelift of the F-150 for the 2024 model year. The exterior of the F-150 is a little more angular, especially at the front. A highlight in the rear area is the innovative Pro Access Tailgate tailgate, which is available for some trim levels. But the main focus is clearly on increased performance.

2024 Ford F-150 Raptor R

With 20 PS more than the previous model and 18 PS more than in the Ram TRX, with its 6,2-liter Hellcat V8, which is finally being phased out this year and certainly no final update will be received, the Raptor R is now setting new standards. When developing the engine, Ford basically relied on the engine Mustang Shelby GT500 used, which produces 771 hp. For the Raptor R, however, the engine was upgraded to one improved performance in the lower speed range optimized, ideal for off-road use. The results are not just impressive 730 PS, but also a wider torque plateau, with the peak torque being 868 NM remains unchanged.

now also with a head-up display

Visually the Raptor R Pickup as model year 2024 with the new headlights LED daytime running lights can be seen, which essentially form half a square around the outer edge. Inside there is but one optionally available Head-Up Display However, there are no really big changes for the 2024 model year either. Technically, the Raptor touches down new dual valve Fox shock absorbers for optimized driving dynamics. If you're not necessarily aiming for the Raptor R with a price of around $110.000, you'll also find cheaper variants in the F-150 portfolio, such as the variant with the 2,7-liter EcoBoost V6, which produces well over 300 hp.