Next-Generation Ford F-350 Super Duty Spied
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A heavily camouflaged next-generation Ford F-350 prototype has been photographed testing not far from Ford’s headquarters on the streets of Dearborn, Mich. The prototype is evidence that Ford is currently developing an all new line of revamped heavy-duty pickups to be slotted above the 2015 F-150 unveiled at the North American International Auto Show in January.
This prototype features one of the better cover-up jobs with camouflage we’ve seen from an automotive manufacturer. The black shroud covers what appears to be an extremely large cab, which could be similar to the ginormous ‘MegaCab’ option previously offered by Ram on 2500/3500 HD pickups, though the camouflage may make the vehicle appear larger than it actually is.
Pickuptrucks.com seems to think the excessive camouflage could be an indication of the use of aluminium in the body of the new Ford Super Duty trucks, much like what the automaker did with the 2015 F-150. A heavy-duty pickup with an aluminium could prove to be a risk, although some think the weight saved might help reduce operating costs for fleet managers and employers.
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The new SD trucks are based on the new F150 platform n Must be Aluminum body to keep Fords advantage over GM n Ram HDs because their trucks are based on the 1500 truck… So when GM n Ram go aluminum… All their trucks will be aluminum body as well.
Ford gets a few years competitive advantage with better MPG n tow n haul capacities!!!
Greg, are you referring to the upcoming all-new Super Dutys? If so, then you’re probably right. But keep in mind that aluminum isn’t the only competitive advantage in this very diverse segment… and it might not get Ford the crown in performance (towing, payload, etc.). I’m hopeful that it will… but there’s a chance that it might not.
Also, incorporating aluminum in the body will likely keep Ford from selling one to everyone who is in the market for one due to the “new” nature of the truck and the low incentives that are usually associated with launching vehicles. This part interests me as much as the switch to aluminum.