Ford SVT Raptor at Ford of Ventura

Ford has long established being a leader in the tough truck market.   The Special Vehicle Team (SVT) division of Ford has raised the bar for tough trucks when the F150 SVT Raptor was released.  The SVT Raptor has been purpose built and it shows with high-performance Baja proven capabilities.  This no excuses off-roading truck is versatile enough for everyday pavement while conquers challenging off road terrain.

2014 F150 SVT Raptor at Ford of Ventura

New for the 2014 model year is a special edition Ruby Red Metallic Tinted Clearcoat that is only available with the also new Raptor Special Edition.

Building a high-performance off-road truck isn't all about horsepower even though the SVT Raptor has plenty of power in the 6.2L V8 engine that has been paired with a six speed automatic transmission with tow & haul modes.  Serious off road trucks starts with the right suspension and the Ford SVT Raptor F150 has the right equipment with a long travel suspension and off road proven FOX Racing shocks that deliver a notable 11.2" of front and 12.1" of rear suspension travel.  The Ford SVT F150 Raptor not only has a chassis designed to soak up rugged off road terrain it has the technology and capability to perform on road as well.  Off-road mode and hill descent control were designed and engineered to elevate the off road capacity of the SVT F150 Raptor to seriously impressive levels.

Ford SVT Raptor F150 In Stock at Ford of Ventura

The 6.2L V8 engine produces 411 horsepower along with 434 lb ft. of torque.  The large bore architecture helps improve engine breathing with larger intake and exhaust valves and allows for a shorter stroke design for faster engine speeds with higher engine rpm and increased horsepower.  Again the SVT Ford F150 Raptor has been purpose built for off-roading.  The single overhead camshaft (SOHC) valvetrain with roller rocker shafts allows for enhanced camshaft design to help provide low-speed torque delivery.

6.2L V8 Engine gives the SVT Raptor F150 411 HP 

The Raptor comes with dual-equal variable camshaft timing enhances the opening and closing of the intake and exhaust valves
during the combustion cycle for a balance of power, fuel efficiency and emissions.  The engine has a fantastic growling rumble you really must hear for yourself.  Ford has also included two spark plugs per cylinder help efficiently burn the air/fuel mixture in each cylinder to help increase torque delivery, fuel efficiency and maintain a smooth idle quality.  Because this truck has been purpose built it also includes dual knock sensors allow the spark timing of each cylinder to be enhanced in real time throughout the engine speed range.  Every aspect of the engine has been refined to maximize power and efficiency like the engine crankcase that eases breathing and helps to  improve torque capability at higher engine speeds.  The piston-cooling oil jets help improve oil warm-up and maintain cooler piston temperatures for improved fuel efficiency and durability.  This specific aspect was tested repeatedly at the Baja testing.

If you have more questions about the Ford F150 SVT Raptor feel free to stop by Ford of Ventura at 3440 East Main Street in Ventura  or call 805-642-6701 and ask for a Sales Professional.  We also post information about our in stock vehicles on our Google+ Page, so keep in touch.  Right now Ford of Ventura has three SVT Raptors in Stock with no additional dealer mark up like other dealership in So Cal.  Come see why Main Street is not just our address but how we do business.