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New 2023 Raptor R: extreme off-road video
SIGNS OF AN F-150
WHEN THE NEW 2023 F-150® RAPTOR R
™ EMERGES FROM THE SHADOWS,
PAY CLOSE ATTENTION AND YOU’LL KNOW HOW TO SPOT THIS OFF-ROAD
BEHEMOTH AS IT MOVES ACROSS THE OPEN DESERT.
OMINOUS COLORS: Raptor R wears all-black
front and rear bumpers, cladding and wheels
that emphasize its menacing appearance.
Even the interior is coated in black, right down
to the distinctive Recaro ® seats featuring
leather and Alcantara ® suede.
CALLING CARDS: For a not-so-subtle hint
at the truck’s attitude, you’ll spot a
distinctive Ford Performance Code
Orange-painted “R” in the grille, and on
the power dome and tailgate applique.
SEEING A PATTERN: Unique tri-axial weave
carbon fiber trims the doors, media bin cover
and upper dash appliques and emphasizes the
performance, toughness and durability of Raptor R.
SOUND AND FURY: An advanced drivercontrolled exhaust system allows Raptor R
to conceal its movement or bare its teeth,
reducing engine noise in Quiet mode or letting
the V8 engine roar with 700 horsepower*.
EXTREME OFF-ROAD PERFORMANCE RAPTOR
*Horsepower and torque ratings based on premium fuel per SAE J1349® standard. Your results may vary. Alcantara is a registered trademark of Alcantara S.p.A., Italy.
RECARO is a registered trademark of RECARO Beteiligungs-GmbH. Preproduction model shown. Available late 2022.
aggressively styled power dome on the
hood highlights the supercharged V8 engine
underneath. It sits nearly one inch taller
than on the base Raptor, helping extract
warm air from underneath.
TAGGED: Spotted on the truck’s box outers
and rear doors, these graphics feature a unique
design that resembles the harsh, cracked
desert earth Raptor R calls home.
Raptor Ever for High-Performance Off-Roading
• Ordering opens today for the new 2023 F-150® Raptor R
™, the most powerful F-150
Raptor ever, featuring a new 5.2-liter supercharged V8 that cranks out 700 horsepower
and 640 lb.-ft. of torque for even more extreme off-roading
• Next-level trail-conquering capability starts with long-travel suspension featuring FOX
Live Valve shocks specially tuned to take advantage of the truck’s V8 power; standard
class-exclusive 37-inch tires and class-best ground clearance offer improved confidence
and control over harsh terrain
the hood and desert-inspired graphics; black interior enhanced by genuine carbon fiber
streaked with signature Ford Performance Code Orange accents
DEARBORN, Mich., July 18, 2022 – After more than a decade spent braving harsh conditions
and conquering massive desert dunes over three generations of off-road trucks, Ford unleashes
the new F-150® Raptor R™ – the fastest, most powerful, most extreme high-performance off road desert Raptor yet.
All three generations of F-150 Raptor have been inspired by the extreme desert-racing trophy
trucks that compete in the Baja 1000. Designed and engineered by Ford Performance, the 2023
F-150 Raptor R is the closest yet to delivering this type of performance.
“Raptor R is our ultimate Raptor,” said Carl Widmann, Ford Performance chief engineer. “When
customers experience Raptor R in the desert and beyond, it will make the hairs on the back of
their necks stand up – and they’ll love every second of it.”
The heart of Raptor R is a new 5.2-liter supercharged V8 engine that delivers 700 horsepower
and 640 lb.-ft. of torque to give it incredible desert-running power. Ford Performance enlisted
the most powerful engine in its lineup – previously seen in the Mustang Shelby GT500® –
optimizing it for Raptor-level off-road performance and Built Ford Tough® durability. The result is
the most torque-dense supercharged V8 yet in a production pickup.
Ford Performance recalibrated this V8 engine’s supercharger and installed a new pulley to
optimize its power for off-road use, increasing torque delivery at the low-end and mid-range.
These changes help Raptor R offer more performance at the speeds where customers spend
most of their time driving.
To maintain the extreme off-road durability the Raptor brand is known for, Ford Performance
upgraded the original engine’s exhaust manifolds to a cast stainless steel design, including a unique oil cooler and filter, plus a deeper oil pan enabling it to tackle aggressive grades while keeping the engine oil cool. To help the engine breathe better, air intake volume is increased
66% via a wider air intake inlet and a higher-flow, higher-efficiency conical air filter.
Built Ford Tough to conquer the desert
F-150 Raptor is about more than going fast – it must conquer brutal off-road environments. Its
capability and durability comes from more than a decade of Ford expertise in engineering and
torture testing high-performance trucks. Ford Performance upgraded the base truck’s
transmission and driveline to help ensure Raptor R can smoothly handle what this V8 can throw at it.
Raptor R delivers a 10-speed SelectShift® transmission with improved calibration. The truck
features a new front axle with a more robust, higher-strength carrier casting and an aluminum ribbed structural cover to manage the powertrain’s added torque, as well as a unique larger diameter aluminum driveshaft.
A new, specially tuned torque converter with heavy-duty turbine damper and four-pinion rear output assembly makes the truck even better equipped to transfer
torque and provide a smoother powertrain feel when driving both on- and off-road.
Drivers get even more control over how their Raptor R expresses its additional power, courtesy
of a unique dual exhaust system with a true pass-through muffler and active valve system, with
modes for Normal, Sport, Quiet and Baja. These can be adjusted in the MyMode™ feature,
allowing drivers to customize multiple settings – including drive, steering, suspension modes
and others – and save one as a single mode easily accessed with the press of the “R” button on
the steering wheel.
If the heart of Raptor R is the supercharged V8, the soul remains its incredibly capable
suspension. The five-link rear suspension features extra-long trailing arms to better maintain
axle position on rough terrain, a Panhard rod and 24-inch coil springs – all optimized for
outstanding stability while traversing desert terrain at high speeds. Advanced FOX Live Valve
shocks are tuned to balance ride quality and roll control on- and off-road. These electronically
controlled dampers use suspension height sensors and other sensors to monitor terrain
conditions independently, hundreds of times a second, while adjusting suspension tuning
accordingly. Wheel travel of 13 inches in front and 14.1 inches in back facilitates Raptor R’s
ability to traverse sand and rocks with outstanding capability.
“We’ve heard our customers demanding the sound and power of a V8 back in Raptor,” said
Widmann. “That’s not something we were going to rush. This supercharged 5.2-liter V8 is the
ideal fusion of high-density power paired with the third generation Raptor’s all-new rear
suspension and shocks to deliver a one-two punch that goes far beyond the sum of its parts.”
Each drive mode is tuned to account for the added power of the supercharged V8, including an
optimized Baja mode for maximum performance and control in high-speed off-roading. A 5%
increase in the front spring rate helps maintain comfortable ride quality, while Raptor R boasts
class-leading* 13.1-inch ground clearance and standard class-exclusive* 37-inch tires straight
from the factory for improved obstacle clearing.
Iconic Raptor styling taken to the next level
The most powerful Raptor yet takes the off-road truck’s purpose-built design legacy up a notch,
with unique styling that further drives home its supercharged capability. A larger, more
aggressively styled power dome on the hood sits nearly 1 inch taller than on the base Raptor, helping extract warm air from underneath. Iconic F O R D grille, bumpers and fender flares painted black underscore its menacing looks.
“Raptor R is visually designed like a desert predator to catch the attention of Raptor customers
and off-road enthusiasts,” said Tom Liu, Raptor R lead designer. “There are details big and
small – from the more aggressive hood air extractor to the Code Orange ‘R’ badges – that
visually communicate next level off-road performance under the Raptor R banner.”
Ford Performance-exclusive Code Orange accents include a unique “R” badge on the grille,
power dome and tailgate. A special graphics package on the rear fenders feature a unique
design that mirrors the harsh, cracked desert earth, reinforcing the type of environment Raptor
R is built to conquer.
That aggressive feel carries over to a black interior. Standard Recaro® seats sport a
combination of black leather and Alcantara® suede – cleverly placed for added grip when the
terrain gets nasty. Genuine carbon fiber adorns the doors, media bin door and upper parts of
the instrument panel, featuring a unique tri-axial weave designed to convey Raptor R’s
combination of performance, toughness and durability.
Like the rest of the Raptor family, Raptor R comes standard with a suite of smart technology to
make off-roading easier. Trail Turn Assist** allows drivers to shrink their turning radius on tight
turns and go even further off-road. Ford Trail Control™ – think cruise control for off-roading – lets
drivers select a set speed and steer through challenging conditions while the truck handles
throttle and braking. Trail 1-Pedal Drive† allows customers to control throttle and braking with
just one pedal to make extreme off-roading like rock crawling even easier.
Keeping you connected is a standard 12-inch touch screen with SYNC® 4 technology, Apple
CarPlay® and Android Auto™ compatibility††. Raptor R also benefits from Ford Power-Up overthe-air software update capability‡
. These wireless updates can offer improvements throughout
the vehicle – from the SYNC system to enhanced quality, capability and convenience upgrades
that improve the ownership experience over time.
F-150 Raptor R will be available in eight color options, including new Avalanche and Azure Gray
Tri-Coat exterior paint offered on the Raptor lineup for the first time.
Ordering for F-150 Raptor R opens today and production starts late 2022 at Dearborn Truck
Plant. Contact your dealer for more information.
FORD F-150 RAPTOR
2023
TECHNICAL
SPECIFICATIONS
2023 FORD F-150® RAPTOR™ LINEUP
BODY
Construction/materials High-strength steel frame, aluminum cabin and bed
Body configuration SuperCrew®
Final assembly location Dearborn Truck Plant
DRIVETRAIN
Layout Longitudinally mounted front-engine 10-speed automatic transmission, 2-speed torque on-demand 4×4
with mechanical lock; electronic locking rear differential with 4.10 axle
ELECTRICAL
Alternator Standard single 240A Standard single 240A
Battery group, CCA H7 AGM 80AH 800CCA H7 AGM 80AH 800CCA
ENGINE
Raptor Raptor R
Configuration High-output 3.5-liter twin-turbocharged,
intercooled 60-degree overhead-cam EcoBoost V6
High-output 5.2-liter supercharged, intercooled
90-degree overhead-cam V8
Block/head material Aluminum block, aluminum heads Cast aluminum block and head with plasma transfer
wire arc cylinder liners
Displacement 3.5 liters (213 cubic inches) 5.2 liters (315 cubic inches)
Bore x stroke 3.64 in. x 3.41 in. 3.70 in. x 3.66 in.
Compression ratio 10.5:1 9.5:1
Valvetrain DOHC, four valves per cylinder, twin independent
variable camshaft timing
DOHC, four valves per cylinder, twin independent
variable camshaft timing
Pistons material Aluminum alloy
Ignition system Distributor-less with coil-on-plug
Recommended fuel Premium unleaded
Fuel delivery Port fuel injection with direct injection
Engine control system Electronic
Oil capacity 6 quarts
Coolant capacity 13.0 liters
SAE horsepower* 450 @ 5,850 rpm
SAE torque* 510 lb.-ft. @ 3,000 rpm
Build location Cleveland, Ohio
Forged
TRANSFER CASE
Type Hi-lock transfer case; two-speed automatic fourwheel-drive system with neutral towing capability
Hi-lock transfer case; two-speed automatic fourwheel-drive system with neutral towing capability
4-high drive ratio 1:1 1:1
4-low drive ratio 2.64:1 2.64:1
Preproduction 2023 F-150 Raptor R shown. Available late 2022.
*Horsepower and torque ratings based on premium fuel per SAE J1349® standard.
Your results may vary.
FORD F-150 RAPTOR 2023 BRAKES
Front type Power antilock vented disc Power anti-lock vented disc
Booster type Electronically controlled brake boost Electronically controlled brake boost
Front rotor diameter/thickness/material 350 x 34 mm Nitro Tough iron 350 x 34 mm Nitro Tough iron
Front caliper configuration 2 x 51 mm sliding caliper 2 x 51 mm sliding caliper
Front pad material FER9213 FER9213
Front swept area 51,547 mm2 51,547 mm2
Rear type Power antilock vented disc Power antilock vented disc
Rear rotor diameter/thickness/material 336 x 20 mm Nitro Tough iron 336 x 20 mm Nitro Tough iron
Rear caliper configuration 1 x 54 mm sliding eiPB 1 x 54 mm sliding eiPB
Rear pad material GA9105 GA9105
Rear swept area 40,998 mm2 40,998 mm2
Parking/emergency brake 25.5 kN electronic parking brake 25.5 kN electronic parking brake
SUSPENSION
Front configuration Independent double-wishbone with coil-over shock and cast aluminum lower control arm
Front shock absorber type/diameter
High-output, gas-pressurized, electronically controlled continuously variable compression damping
FOX Racing Shox™, 3.1-inch damper, 0.875-inch rod diameter (standard), 1.0-inch rod diameter with
optional 37-inch tires (standard with Raptor R)
Rear configuration Five-link coil with Panhard rod
Front travel 14.0-inch (standard), 13.0-inch with optional 37-inch tires (standard with Raptor R)
Rear shock absorber type/diameter High-output, gas-pressurized, electronically controlled continuously variable compression damping
FOX Racing Shox™, 3.1-inch damper, 0.875-inch rod diameter
Rear travel 15.0-inch (standard), 14.1-inch with optional 37-inch tires (standard with Raptor R)
TRANSMISSION
10-speed SelectShift® Automatic
Configuration Electronically controlled hydraulic 10-speed automatic
Gear ratios
First 4.69
Second 2.98
Third 2.14
Fourth 1.76
Fifth 1.52
Sixth 1.27
Seventh 1
Eighth 0.85
Ninth 0.69
10th 0.63
Reverse 4.86
Cooling
FINAL DRIVE
Raptor Raptor R
Final drive front/rear axle ratios 4.10:1 4.10:1
Final drive front axle ratio (optional) 4.10:1 4.10:1
STEERING
Raptor Raptor R
Type Electric power-assisted Electric power-assisted
Ratio 17.2:1 17.2:1
Turning circle (curb to curb) 35-in. tires – 48.0 ft.
37-in. tires – 50.0 ft. 37-in. tires – 50.0 ft.
Warm up unit with thermostatic fin cooler
FORD F-150 RAPTOR 2023
WHEELS AND TIRES
Standard
17 x 8.5-inch cast aluminum wheels with bright
machined face and Magnetic painted pockets,
LT315/70R17 BFGoodrich® All-Terrain T/A® KO2 Tires
17 x 8.5-inch forged aluminum beadlock-capable
wheels, Matte Black 10 painted wheel with
Magnetic painted ring, available Code Orange ring,
L37x12.50R17LT BFGoodrich All-Terrain T/A KO2 Tires
Available
17 x 8.5-inch unique pattern forged aluminum
beadlock-capable wheels, Magnetic painted wheel
and ring, 37×12.50R17LT BFGoodrich All-Terrain T/A
KO2 Tires Load Range “C”- 116S
Spare (Under-bed mounted) Full-size matching spare wheel and tire Full-size matching spare wheel and tire
LIGHTING
Headlamps Standard LED quad-beam with daytime running lamp or optional adaptive LED projector with automatic
leveling, dynamic bending and daytime running lamp
Taillamps LED
Auxiliary Daytime running lamp, cargo lamp, integrated marker lights, tailgate LED, LED side-mirror spotlights, LED
cargo box lights, Rigid™ LED fog lamps and off-road driving lamp package (optional)
EXTERIOR DIMENSIONS
SuperCrew with 35-inch tires SuperCrew with 37-inch tires/Raptor R
Wheelbase 145.4 145.4
Overall length 232.6 232.6
Overall width 96.0 96.0
Width w/o mirrors 86.6 87.0
Overall height 79.8 80.6
Track width, front 74.0 74.3
Track width, rear 73.6 73.9
Ground clearance 12.0 13.1
Approach angle 31.0 degrees 33.1 degrees
Departure angle 23.9 degrees 24.9 degrees
Breakover angle 22.7 degrees 24.4 degrees
Open tailgate to ground 37.0 37.8
FUEL ECONOMY
EPA-estimated fuel economy rating
City Highway Combined
2022 Raptor 15 mpg 18 mpg 16 mpg
2022 Raptor without Start/Stop 14 mpg 18 mpg 15 mpg
2022 Raptor with 37-in. tires 15 mpg 16 mpg 15 mpg
2022 Raptor with 37-in. tires
without Start/Stop
16 mpg 15 mpg
2023 Raptor R without Start/Stop TBD TBD TBD
FUEL CAPACITY
SuperCrew 36 gallons (Raptor and Raptor R)
SAFETY/CONTROL SYSTEMS
Raptor Raptor R
ABS/stability control Four-wheel antilock brakes, AdvanceTrac with
Roll Stability Control
Four-Wheel Anti-Lock Brakes, AdvanceTrac® with
Roll Stability Control™ (RSC® )
Airbags Front, driver and passenger
Front, driver and passenger seat-mounted side
Safety Canopy® side curtains
Front, driver and passenger knee
Front, driver and passenger
Front, driver and passenger seat-mounted side
Safety Canopy® side curtains
Front, driver and passenger knee
Chassis safety Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS),
SOS Post-Crash Alert System™
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS),
SOS Post-Crash Alert System™
14 mpg
FORD F-150 RAPTOR
2023
TECHNOLOGY
Standard
Ford PowerUp over-the-air-updates, FordPass® Connect (with remote lock/unlock, vehicle status check, schedule remote
starttimes, Trailer Theft Alert,Trailer Light Check and other truck features), 12-inch digital productivity screen, 12-inch touch
screen, SYNC® 4, Intelligent Access with push-button start, SecuriCode™ keyless entry keypad, Remote Start System, SiriusXM®
with 360L, 4G LTE with Wi-Fi®
hotspot, MyKey®
, Onboard 400W outlet, MyMode™, pre-wired overhead auxiliary switches with
under-hood distribution box, Reverse Sensing System and Adaptive Cruise Control
Off-road Terrain Management System™, Trail Control™, Trail 1 Pedal Drive, Trail Turn Assist
Available 2.0-kilowatt Pro Power Onboard (Raptor only), connected built-in navigation, 360-degree camera with split-view display, 18-
speaker B&O sound system Unleashed by Bang & Olufsen with HD Radio™ and rain-sensing wipers, Pro Trailer Hitch Assist
WARRANTY
Bumper-to-bumper Three years/36,000 miles Three years/36,000 miles
Powertrain Five years/60,000 miles Five years/60,000 miles
Aluminum body panels Five years/unlimited miles Five years/unlimited miles
Corrosion, sheetmetal
(perforation only excluding aluminum) Five years/unlimited miles Five years/unlimited miles
Paint adhesion Five years/unlimited miles Five years/unlimited miles
Roadside assistance Five years/60,000 miles Five years/60,000 miles
FORD CO-PILOT360™ TECHNOLOGIES
Standard
Auto Hold, auto on/off headlamps, auto high-beam headlamps, Forward Collision Warning and Dynamic Brake Support,
Hill Start Assist, Pre-Collision Assist with Automatic Emergency Braking (with Pedestrian Detection), rearview camera with
Dynamic Hitch Support, Blind Spot Information System with Cross-Traffic Alert, Trailer Coverage and Reverse Brake Assist
Available Active Drive Assist Prep Kit, Distance Alert/Distance Indication, Forward Sensing System, Pro Trailer Backup Assist and Trailer
Reverse Guidance
For editorial use only. Information correct at time of publication.
Check media.ford.com for updates.
INTERIOR DIMENSIONS (INCHES UNLESS OTHERWISE NOTED)
Raptor Raptor R
Seating Five Five
Front headroom 40.8 40.8
Maximum front legroom 43.9 43.9
Front shoulder room 66.6 66.6
Front hip room 62.5 62.5
Rear headroom 40.4 40.4
Maximum rear legroom 43.6 43.6
Rear shoulder room 65.8 65.8
Rear hip room 62.6 62.6
CAPACITIES (INCHES UNLESS OTHERWISE NOTED)
Length at floor 67.1 67.1
Width at wheelhouse 50.6 50.6
Maximum width inside box 65.2 65.2
Rear opening width 60.3 60.3
Cargo volume 52.8 cu. ft. 52.8 cu. ft.
Maximum payload 1,400 lbs. 1,400 lbs.
Maximum conventional towing 8,200 lbs. 8,700 lbs.