As Ford increases production of its F-150 SVT Raptor to meet growing customer demand, the automaker is also expanding the truck’s range for the 2014 model year by adding the Raptor Special Edition.
The Raptor Special Edition adds interior and exterior upgrades “to further differentiate its appearance and appeal to luxury truck buyers looking for uncompromising off-road performance.” Information about what these interior and exterior upgrades include, exactly, is currently not available.
Ford has made it a point to continuously improve its entire F-150 lineup through the years, and the Raptor is not exception to that rule:
- In 2009, Ford launched the F-150 SVT Raptor as a 2010 model, instantly setting the benchmark for low- and high-speed off-road performance by including its aggressive all-terrain tires, industry-exclusive internal triple-bypass FOX Racing Shox dampers, skid plates and standard Hill Descent Control.
- For 2011, the four-door SuperCrew model joined the two-door SuperCab original cab configuration
- For 2012, Ford began offering a grille-mounted camera to improve driver visibility when climbing over rocks or other obstacles. The 2012 model also saw the addition of a Torsen limited-slip differential to the Raptor’s 4WD system, which enables the truck to balance traction between both front wheels.
- For 2013, industry-exclusive beadlock-capable wheels were added to help increase grip in low-traction conditions. High-intensity discharge (HID) headlamps were also added for improved visibility, and the SYNC with MyFord Touch infotainment system was also made available for improved connectivity.
The F-150 SVT Raptor is available exclusively with a 6.2 liter V8 engine producing 411 horsepower and 434 lb.-ft. of torque, mated to an electronic six-speed automatic transmission with tow/haul mode and SelectShift Automatic functionality. The 4WD system features electronic shift-on-the-fly capability for the transfer case. The front axle features a Torsen differential with 4.10:1 gearing. The rear axle is also 4.10:1, with a high speed electronic-locking differential.
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