While it’s tough to camouflage the purpose-built nature of Ford’s upcoming F-150 ‘Raptor’ desert runner, don’t let the subtle looks of the F-350 Super Duty mule in this picture fool you. Reliable sources tell us that what’s under the hood of this pickup is much more important to Ford. It’s the all new, Ford designed ‘Scorpion’ 6.7-liter V8 diesel engine that will replace the current Navistar supplied 6.4-liter V8 Power Stroke by 2011.
Sources say Ford continues to make good progress testing its upcoming in-house-designed 6.7-liter V-8 diesel engine. The new engine will replace the Navistar-sourced 6.4-liter V-8 Power Stroke diesel engine in Ford’s heavy-duty pickups by 2011. Code-named Scorpion, the new motor is said to pack plenty of sting — plus a few other surprises.
The latest power targets are said to be more than 390 horsepower and 720 pounds-feet of torque. Today’s Power Stroke diesel is rated at 350 hp and 650 pounds-feet.
Scorpion fuel economy is expected to improve by 3 mpg or more compared to the current Power Stroke. Helping the Scorpion’s mileage will be a new six-speed automatic transmission, like the 2009 Ford F-150 will have.
How important is this motor? The move is expected to permanently end Ford’s longtime use of Navistar-built diesel engines in its heavy-duty pickups, due to an ongoing legal battle between the two companies over warranty and cost issues related to the old 6.0-liter V-8 Power Stroke (model years 2003-07). Ford has used Navistar diesels in its F-Series trucks since 1982.
It’s not yet known if the Scorpion will continue to use the Power Stroke name or if Ford will create a brand new label for the engine.
Hard to believe but from the looks of this mule, the Super Duty may grow a bit bigger than the current truck to accommodate the larger displacement Scorpion diesel. Its raised hood is taller across almost its entire width and it has an overbite, hanging slightly over the current model’s big chrome grille.
07/23, 11:46 AM
posted by:
moto-racer13
Just another peice of junk Ford most people will stay clear of.
07/23, 11:51 AM
posted by:
xyunya
Diesel news day?
07/23, 11:54 AM
posted by:
moto-racer13
The front of this truck is nasty. looks like its got down syndrome. I think only a person with down syndrome would buy this thing. Most people I see in fords look like they got down syndrome.
07/23, 11:54 AM
posted by:
shaver
Is there a horn handle up in the headliner?
07/23, 12:22 PM
posted by:
ihustle
Mto you just hate ford. OF course people will buy it. ITS THE BEST SELLING TRUCK OF ALL TIME DUMBASS!!!!!!! ITS NEVER BEEN OUTSOLD. #’s dont lye there in black N white buddy. Gets your facts straight.
07/23, 12:29 PM
posted by:
moto-racer13
i hustle, you sell fords so of course you will always preach you pro ford propaganda. The reason people are not buying fords is because of the poor quality and reliability.
07/23, 12:42 PM
posted by:
MugenSentraKen
====>>moto-racer13, not to bash or nothing, but in today’s terms the word “nasty” in terms of describing appearance means “very very good” or “outlandishly great”….at the beginning of ur post i got thrown off n almost started thinkin u had down syndrome….lol
07/23, 1:19 PM
posted by:
ihustle
*MOto* it seems i have to repost this because your obviously ignoring the facts.
ITS THE BEST SELLING TRUCK OF ALL TIME DUMBASS!!!!!!! ITS NEVER BEEN OUTSOLD. #’s dont lye there in black N white buddy.
The focus is the #1 domestic small size sedan. SUV”S are not selling anywhere. Im not quite understanding your logic, especially when your speaking for other people then yourself.”People” are buying fords. Take a look outside you might see the best selling cuv in the market,edge, or take another look and you might see the best selling truck year after year for 33. Take a break, grab a sandwhich, take another glance and youll see the best selling sports car since its debut in 63. Your ignorant and dumb. What brand do you like? at least i rep my brand, you just ridicule others.
07/23, 3:27 PM
posted by:
beatusmongous
I like Apple, and I work NBC Universal, owned by GE. But I never rip on people for watching Fox or CBS, nor do I rip on people for buying Dell, Hotpoint, KitchenAid, LG, or any other brand. I recognize that people like different things for different reasons, and even though I will tell you that none of my “brands” actually suck, I applaud those that do their research and make a choice based on what they need and what they want. I support those brands because I like what each brand does for me. In the case of Apple, I like the way the OS works, the way the hardware looks, and the overall reliability of the product. In the case of GE, I support them because my company is owned by them, and with NBC Universal, they supply attractive products, plus I work for them. However, I do recognize that they all have room for improvement. No brand is infallible. I don’t have a favorite car brand, but I do recognize typical strengths and weaknesses of each one. When making a purchase, I do a ton of research, and I test drive everything I can. In the end, what matters to me is that I’m happy with my purchase. And that should matter to everyone, even those that turn screws on the assembly line. If they think, “I want this customer to be happy,” they will be successful.
That’s my 2 cents.
07/23, 3:28 PM
posted by:
beatusmongous
Oh, this is a really big truck, and a huge engine. If I were to buy a truck, and that probably won’t be until I buy a big boat, THIS is most likely the truck I’d buy. But I’d better go win the MegaBucks before I get these big toys.
07/23, 7:57 PM
posted by:
EEAlex
One of the guys at my company just bought a Ford F650 because it was cheaper than a Ford pickup. Thats my illogical 2 cents.
07/23, 8:21 PM
posted by:
beatusmongous
That’s not illogical, that’s hilarious.
07/24, 8:58 AM
posted by:
chester
Actually IHUSTLE, the Mustang was introduced in April 1964 not 63′. Tisk Tisk…….
07/24, 9:35 AM
posted by:
ihustle
the mustrang debut’d in 63 idiot
07/24, 9:36 AM
posted by:
ihustle
at new york worlds fair
04/26, 12:21 AM
posted by:
bentlyy11
Different strokes for different folks. All you haters “Forget it, Donny, you’re out of your element!” I have a 2008 F-350 King Ranch and I will be upgrading to this vehicle in 2011. Sideline haters probably don’t have use for such a vehicle but I do. I live in Texas and have ranches to attend to. Moving cattle making money. 3mpg for a vehicle with so much towing power is a commendable technological advancement, especially when the hp and torque are going up using 15ppm diesel. Unless you are a vegan, your welcome. Love to hate me.
05/01, 8:20 PM
posted by:
Calico5string
In response to “motoracer-13″ comments:
So what, I should buy a truck from one of the other two companies that make real, full-sized pickups? Oh…wait, there going under because they can’t sell their CRAP…all while FORD is continuing to sell it’s products, albeit a little slower than in the past (just like everything else). And Ford didn’t need any bailout money like the other two.
I DO think Ford’s new body style is UGG-LY. But, If you need a good, heavy-hauling truck, this would be the one to get. I’ve owned Fords for 35+ years and never had an issue.
Carry on…
05/25, 5:38 PM
posted by:
a100addict
ihustle you should do some research before calling somebody an idiot mustang production started march of 64 the car was first shown to the public at the1964 NEW YORK WORLDS FAIR!!!! because the cars came out so late they are called 64 1/2. just to stir it up a little the first muscle car was the 64 barracuda wich came out months before the mustang. one last thing IDIOT!!!!
06/15, 2:29 PM
posted by:
SoCalFiveO
i love the new ford truck. just the headlights on this new diesel is ugly. the 08 looked just fine. and thank god ford is getting away from powerstroke. just way to many problems. this new motor should boom ford if all goes well. also with the boss v8 there putting in the svt raptor and making optional for the ford f-150 xlt and platinum. i think the diesel there putting in the f-150 is a waste of time when there putting this 6.2 in the f-150.