The new Ford Ranger Raptor is more than just a brawny-looking bruiser of a pickup, as it emerged victorious from the 2022 BF Goodrich SCORE Baja 1000 desert race in Mexico.
The new Ford Ranger Raptor flexed its muscle at the 2022 Baja 1000 race in Mexico
What makes the feat even more impressive is that the winning Ranger Raptor came with much of the same hardware found on its standard version. This makes it the only road-legal vehicle to survive the 36-hour, 1,332-kilometer non-stop sprint across the Mexican desert, completing the course in one day, 11 hours, and 43 minutes.
Kelly Racing outfitted the Australia-built rig with race modifications as permitted by regulations, including a roll cage and additional underbody protection. A rear-facing Safari-snorkel was installed to minimize dust intake, while a 160-liter fuel cell was mounted on the cargo bed, accompanied by two spare tires. Kelly Racing worked with Ford Performance for 10 weeks in bringing the standard Ranger Raptor to racing form.
Only a handful of modifications were present, such as an external fuel tank on the cargo bed
Save for the more aggressive brake pads and special brake fluid formulated to withstand high temperatures and constant high-speed use, the racing Ranger Raptor uses the same brake hardware as that fitted on those sold in showrooms. Even the 3.0-liter twin-turbo V6 gasoline engine, 10-speed automatic transmission, Fox dampers, and BF Goodrich tires are stock, beefed up only by a Motec engine management computer.
The pickup was entered in the ‘stock mid-class’ category, earning its classification in a field of 137 finishers from a roster of 276 contenders. It also managed to outlast two other prominent off-road vehicles – a Lexus LX600 and a Toyota Land Cruiser – in the stock class, with both vehicles failing to finish the event.
This is a glimpse of what customers should expect on the new Ranger Raptor
“Right from when we first got in the truck, the track was just so tough and so technical and there were dead vehicles everywhere out there,” said U.S. off-road champion Loren Healy, one of four drivers at the Ranger Raptor’s wheel throughout the race. “We just picked our way through, stayed patient. I’m just so stoked to be here. Always great to see the sunrise in a race car.”
Ford Performance Off-road Racing Supervisor Brian Novak was elated with the results. “I’m just so proud of the Ford Performance Australia team, the Ford Performance North American team, Lovell Racing, Motec, Herrod, Kelly Racing, Method Wheels – there are so many people who were a part of this program,” he said.
“It’s a stock engine, a stock transmission, a stock driveline in the truck. It was just flawless. I couldn’t have asked for a better race.”
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Know more about Ford Ranger Raptor 2024
The 2024 Ford Ranger Raptor is a performance-oriented pickup truck. For the Philippine market, its sole variant is priced at Php 2,345,000.
Under the hood of the all-new Ranger Raptor is a 2.0-liter bi-turbo diesel that can make up to 207 horsepower and 500 Nm of torque. The engine is then paired to a 10-speed automatic gearbox sending power to all four wheels.
The 2024 Ranger Raptor is 5,381mm long, 2,028mm wide, and 1,922mm in height. It then has a wheelbase length spanning 3,270mm.
Locally, the Ranger Raptor’s closest competitors are the Nissan Navara PRO-4X and the Hilux GR Sport.
Ford Ranger Raptor Launch
The second-generation Ford Ranger Raptor was launched for the Philippine market on May 18, 2023.
Ford Ranger Raptor Exterior
The all-new 2024 Ranger Raptor follows the design language of the second-generation T6 Ranger. That said, it gets a pair of Matrix LED headlamps, LED daytime running lamps, front fog lamps, and large fender flares.
To make it ready for off-road use, Ford fitted this truck with dual front and rear tow hooks. Its under chassis likewise gets protective plates.
Other features present on the Ranger Raptor’s exterior include power folding side mirrors, powder-coated side steps, and a bedliner with 230-volt and 12-volt power sockets.
Where size is concerned, this pickup truck is 5,381mm long, 2,028mm wide, and 1,922mm in height. It then has a wheelbase length spanning 3,270mm.
Ford Ranger Raptor Interior
Inside the Ranger Raptor is a cabin that can comfortably seat up to five occupants. The cabin is kept cool by a dual-zone automatic air-conditioning system, and all of its seats are wrapped in leather. A center armrest is also available for the rear cabin.
The driver of this Ford pickup truck is then provided with a push-to-start button, a center armrest, and a 12.4-inch digital instrument cluster. Both front cabin seats are power adjustable as well.
Technology & Safety Features
Providing entertainment for the Ranger Raptor’s occupants is a 12-inch portrait touchscreen display. It has wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, Bluetooth, and USB connectivity. Charging smartphones is then made easy thanks to a wireless device charging pad.
As for safety features, the Ranger Raptor gets a whole host of standard equipment. It gets seven airbags, anti-lock braking, front and rear parking sensors, stability control, ISOFIX child seat anchors, hill-launch assist, hill descent control, etc.
Enhancing safety aboard its model is a set of advanced driver assist technologies. Chief among these are adaptive cruise control, lane centering, automatic high beams, autonomous emergency braking, forward collision warning, evasive steer assist, lane departure warning, lane keep aid, a 360-degree view camera, blind spot monitoring, etc.
Platform & Chassis
The all-new Ranger Raptor uses an improved version of the Fox Shocks set that came on the previous generation model. Specifically, it gets 2.5-inch Fox Shocks, with position-sensitive damping technology.
Braking for the Ranger Raptor is then handled by disc brakes for all four wheels. It then uses an electronic parking brake with auto-hold control.
Like the regular Ranger, the Ranger Raptor is based on Ford’s T6-platform. This means that it comes with a ladder-frame chassis.
Engine & Drivetrain
Under the hood of the Ranger Raptor is a 2.0-liter bi-turbo diesel engine that can generate up to 207 horsepower and 500 Nm of torque. It then uses a 10-speed automatic gearbox which distributes power to all four wheels.
Since the first-generation launch, until the arrival of the second-generation Ford Ranger Raptor, no other pickup truck can match its optimization for Baja-type off-road activities. Sure, other trucks have engines that can make as much power, but most of those do not feature the same off-road-ready suspension setups.
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Ford Ranger Raptor FAQs
1. How many people can the Ford Ranger Raptor hold?
The 2024 Ford Ranger Raptor will have enough space inside for up to five passengers to sit comfortably.
2. How many selectable drive modes will the Ford Raptor 2024 have?
The Ford Raptor 2024 will include 7 selectable drive modes that let it manage well everything from paved roads to mud and potholes.
3. What is the difference between the Ford Ranger and Ford Ranger Raptor?
Although both the Ford Raptor and Ford Ranger belong to the same family of vehicles, size is the main factor that differentiates these two. The Ranger Raptor looks considerably wider and beefier than the latter.
4. What is the engine of the Ford Ranger Raptor?
The Ford Ranger Raptor is available with a sole engine option, which is the 2.0L Bi-Turbo diesel engine that is partnered with a 10-speed automatic transmission.
The Ford Ranger Raptor comes with a part-time 4x4 drivetrain.
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