(Auto) Meet the Ford Bronco Raptor, more extreme

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Jump, wade, run cross country, no matter the weather or conditions, with the Bronco Raptor and its 400 Hp you will never get bored.

During the early hours of today, Ford presented the most anticipated Bronco of all, the Raptor version. Much has been said about the Raptor, because it was almost a fact that Ford was going to build an extreme version of this model, almost since the Bronco family debuted. And many of us wanted to see what the Bronco is capable of when you put more power, better tires and a racing suspension.

Ford Bronco Raptor, modifications

According to Ford, the applied modifications are inspired by vehicles in the Ultra4 category, an off-road division with many sub-categories, similar to the classic Baja 1000. Therefore, the Ford Bronco Raptor has:

Suspension with semi-active Fox shock absorbers, (similar to those of the Lobo Raptor)
Greater axle width (+ 250 mm)
Wading capacity of almost 1 meter
removable doors
New 17” wheels
BF Goodrich K02 Tires
Suspension travel relative to the Bronco

60% larger on the front axle (330mm)
40% at the rear (355mm)
Increased torsional rigidity (+ 50%)
As for the aesthetic changes, we obviously have a special grille with the Ford name, new daytime running lights and specific body elements, added to Ford Performance fascias with integrated rescue hooks. There are also changes that are not seen with the naked eye, such as new protections in the underbody of the vehicle to protect the most vital components.

Ford Bronco Raptor, interior

In the passenger compartment, we can see the following novelties

12” multimedia display with Raptor graphics
New thicker rim steering wheel
Ford Performance Sports Seats
Ford Bronco Raptor, mechanics

And yes, the rumor was confirmed. Under the hood, the 2.7L V6 engine is now swapped for a 3.0L twin-turbocharged V6 that tops out at 400hp, though the firm has yet to announce final power and torque figures.

This new engine is not exclusive, since it is also present in the Ford Explorer ST, where it develops 406 Hp and 415 lb-ft. We will surely have similar figures, although the brand has already announced that the V6 EcoBoost will have a specific adjustment for the Bronco Raptor and improvements in the intake and exhaust systems.

The V6 is mated to a 10-speed automatic transmission with a torque converter and paddle shifters on the steering wheel. If we continue talking about the transmission, there is also a more robust clutch, larger drive shafts, improved Dana axles and a 4x4 system that includes a specific transfer case.

Ford Bronco Raptor When does it arrive in Mexico?

Although it would be very risky at this time to confirm dates, it is a fact that the Bronco Raptor should reach our market, the "normal" Bronco is just starting sales, but knowing that Ford has launched practically all high-performance variants in Mexico Of the vehicles sold here, this should not be the exception.
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