The 2010 F-150 SVT Raptor is one of the most unique truck offering on the market today, but it is also rather limited by its unique cab configuration. Available only in extended SuperCab trim, Ford has been fielding numerous requests for a crew cab model.
Mark Grueber, Ford’s marketing manager, said, “We’ve had requests for a crew cab. We haven’t made any decisions but there’s some demand for it.”
Well, it looks like that decision has been made and it’s a go for production, judging from this spy shot of a Raptor test truck with four full-size doors. Despite it’s camo and the fake rear roof, you can’t miss the Raptor’s big 35-inch wheels and tires, the unique mesh grille with “FORD” emblazoned across it and even the red leather hash mark at twelve-o’clock high on the steering wheel indicating the front wheels are straight.
Hardcore off-road enthusiasts may have reservations about a 145-in. long-wheelbase Raptor that’s certain to compromise desert-running and rock-crawling performance for extra interior space, but those with large families or the need to transfer crews of four or five adults into the wilderness are likely to appreciate it. At the SuperCab’s launch earlier this summer, Ford emphasized that the Raptor has been engineered for off road driving on fire roads and mud pits, where the longer wheelbase could have some advantages.
We think it will bow for the 2011 model year with only the new 6.2-liter V8 engine.
10/27, 11:46 AM
posted by:
Borat
Spied? How the hell can you miss this monstrosity when it heads at you on the road? You spy Mini or MiTO; this can be seen from the moon.
10/27, 12:06 PM
posted by:
Payton Byrd
They should do an Expedetion SVT Raptor
10/27, 12:13 PM
posted by:
armstealer
Can I add a slide-in Camper now for true off-roading?
10/27, 1:59 PM
posted by:
johnnycanuck
Oh c’mon Ford, don’t get caught up in your own hype. You can probably count on one hand the number of people who want a crew version of this because the longer wheelbase might have advantages under certain conditions. The rest want it because it looks cool and the 4 doors make it more practical. So just give them what they want- a Raptor appearance package… just the wheels, the trim and especially that grill. Sure it’s sacrilege but who gives a sh*t… a sale is a sale.
10/27, 2:13 PM
posted by:
2WheeledSpeed
I’ve already accepted the fact that most Raptors probably will never see any mud, dirt, dust, or sand. So I’m actually ok with a crew cab version. Why pretend people?
10/27, 2:39 PM
posted by:
Bankruptcy2009
Good Point Borat its Ggiantic
way to go Ford for going incognito
10/27, 5:38 PM
posted by:
beatusmongous
I agree with the appearance package. How much is the Raptor over the regular F150? Cut that difference in half and offer a similar appearance package, maybe call it the Bold. That would be more profitable, because then they wouldn’t have to spend the money on the expensive performance parts, and people will pay for the looks.
10/27, 5:43 PM
posted by:
Yaroukh
johnnycanuck: They are not doing this under any hype-frenzy, they have had significant numbers of customers clearly requesting the crew-cab.
10/27, 6:19 PM
posted by:
Bosley
So how many gallons per mile is this b!tch gonna use?
10/27, 6:43 PM
posted by:
tyler_is_aero_tt
I want a Mustang SVT Raptor! Seriously that would rape the Camaro and AND off the road.
10/27, 6:44 PM
posted by:
tyler_is_aero_tt
Oops “on AND off the road.” Got a little carried away I can’t type properly.
10/27, 9:07 PM
posted by:
The Realist
What a stupid, useless, ugly, horrid “truck”.
This monstrosity, along with the current ‘JC Whitney special” really show how out of touch with reality Ford really is.
Hopefully the CC Raptor will be able to haul more than the 800 pounds the regular Raptor can.
10/27, 11:58 PM
posted by:
Bankruptcy2009
This Ford Raptor is definitely a man’s Truck that gives me major Wood!
10/28, 12:39 AM
posted by:
beatusmongous
That’s not saying much, BK, because apparently, so do sheep.
10/28, 2:52 AM
posted by:
fordman
Hey everybody,Ford SUCKS! Don’t you think all Fords should come with a blanket to hide their ugly ass looks?
10/28, 11:50 AM
posted by:
Bubs Solo
best grill in the league
10/28, 2:03 PM
posted by:
ihustle
*FORDMAN* Fords suck? Thats why the f-150 is the best selling VEHICLE on the planet. BIC towing, BIC payload, ya know the stuff that matters when buying a truck. 34 years straight isnt a coicidence its an accomplishment.
10/31, 2:28 AM
posted by:
chevymanc6
This truck is impressive but is already too wide to fit on most trails and a quad cab will make it too long maneuver on trails. So its pretty much a desert only racer. That’s still impressive but now they need to make one about the size of a regular full size truck and make them in 2 door single cab with a short bed or step side so it get around the trails It would also look more sporty. extented cabs and quad cabs are a little boring looking.