It was recently announced that the next-generation Ford Ranger Raptor will be entering the Southern California Off Road Enthusiasts International’s (SCORE) famous Baja 1000 off-road race. The said race is scheduled to run from November 15 to 20, 2022. By entering it, Ford will gain better knowledge of the new Ranger Raptor’s capabilities.
The Ford Ranger Raptor prepped for the Baja 1000
To prepare the next-gen Ranger Raptor for the race, Ford Performance is partnering up with Kelly Racing from Australia, and Lovell Racing from the US. Of note, Lovell Racing is helmed by Brad Lovell, an off-road motorsports hall of famer, and a multi-time off-road champion.
The said Ford truck will be entering the SCORE’s stock class. So this means sticking to manufacturer standards when it comes to mechanicals. It will also get several pieces of safety gear as per SCORE’s stock class regulations.
It also gets a snorkel, a skid plate, and additional lighting
Despite the Baja 1000’s stock class restrictions, do note that the 2023 Ford Ranger Raptor does have some bits that will help it tackle the challenging terrain of the Baja 1000. Specifically, it gets an Australian-spec 3.0-liter V6 gasoline engine capable of making up to 392 horsepower and 583 Nm of torque. All power is then sent to all four wheels, and the truck likewise uses a set of sport-tuned Fox shock absorbers.
The Baja 1000 as we’ve mentioned above, is a tough race. It is held in the dry desert climes of Baja California. Traditionally, it starts in Tijuana and then ends in La Paz, Mexico. That means around 1,600 km of either gravel, hills, and mostly sand. With the Ranger Raptor’s mechanical specs though, one may say that it was designed from the ground up to deal with whatever this race throws at it.
The Ford Ranger Raptor is entering the Baja 1000 Stock Class
On top of aiming for the win, Ford is also looking to show the world that racing can be done with a lesser carbon footprint than usual. This is thanks to the fact that during the race, the next-gen Ford Ranger Raptor will be using Shell’s ethanol and bionaphtha biofuel blend.
If you want to see how the all-new Ford Ranger Raptor fares in the upcoming Baja 1000 or looking for a Ranger Raptor for sale, stay tuned here on Philkotse for more updates.
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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