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Ford F-250 Super Duty IV (facelift 2020) Regular Cab Long box 7.3 V8 (430 Hp) 4x4 Automatic
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Ford F-250 Super Duty:
The Ford Super Duty is a series of heavy-duty pickup trucks produced by the Ford Motor Company since the 1999 model year. Slotted above the consumer-oriented Ford F-150, the Super Duty trucks are an expansion of the Ford F-Series range, from F-250 to the F-600. The F-250 through F-450 are offered as pickup trucks, while the F-350 through F-600 are offered as chassis cabs.
Rather than adapting the lighter-duty F-150 truck for heavier use, Super Duty trucks have been designed as a dedicated variant of the Ford F-Series. The heavier-duty chassis components allow for heavier payloads and towing capabilities. With a GVWR over 8,500 lb , Super Duty pickups are Class 2 and 3 trucks, while chassis-cab trucks are offered in Classes 3, 4, 5, and 6. The model line also offers Ford Power Stroke V8 diesel engines as an option....(Read more on Wikipedia)
IV (facelift 2020) Regular Cab Long box Overview:
Ford F-250 Super Duty (IV (facelift 2020) Regular Cab Long box). With 644 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. At around 2364 kg, it’s on the heavier side. All‑wheel drive provides excellent grip, ideal for off‑road use. A vehicle with an open cargo bed at the back, suitable for transporting goods. Seating for 3 makes it ideal for daily use.
7.3 V8 (430 Hp) 4x4 Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The 'Godzilla' V8 offers impressive petrol power and torque, making it a strong contender for heavy loads and demanding off-road conditions with 4x4 capability.
Fuel Economy
Fuel consumption will be significant, especially with 4x4 and under load, but competitive for its power class among petrol engines.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Exceptional towing and hauling capacity
- • Powerful and reliable V8 engine options (petrol and diesel)
- • Robust and durable construction for heavy work
- • Available 4x4 for enhanced off-road and all-weather capability
- • Spacious long box for cargo
Cons:
- • Poor fuel economy, especially with petrol engines
- • Large size can make maneuvering difficult in urban areas
- • Ride quality can be stiff when unladen
- • High purchase price and running costs
- • Limited passenger capacity in Regular Cab configuration
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(IV Super Cab Long box: 2017 - 2019).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Ford |
| Model: | F-250 Super Duty |
| Generation: | IV (facelift 2020) Regular Cab Long box |
| Modification (Engine): | 7.3 V8 (430 Hp) 4x4 Automatic |
| Start of production: | 2020 |
| End of production: | 2022 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Pick-up |
| Seats: | 3 |
| Doors: | 2 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 430 Hp @ 5500 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 59 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 644 Nm @ 4000 rpm. |
| Engine displacement: | 7292 |
| Number of cylinders: | 8 |
| Engine configuration: | V-engine |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 2 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Engine oil capacity: | 7.57 l |
| Coolant: | 21.3 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 107.2 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 101 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 10.5:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 5.5 kg/Hp, 181.9 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 3.7 kg/Nm, 272.4 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 2364 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 2223 l |
| Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%): | 6804 kg |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 129 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Ramp-over (brakeover) angle: | 24.4° |
| Length: | 5888 mm mm [574mm less] |
| Width: | 2167 mm mm [271mm less] |
| Height: | 2065 mm mm [3mm less] |
| Wheelbase: | 3597 mm mm [574mm less] |
| Width including mirrors: | 2690 mm |
| Front track: | 1735 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1707 mm |
| Front overhang: | 970 mm |
| Rear overhang: | 1321 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 216 mm |
| Approach angle: | 17.2° |
| Departure angle: | 21.6° |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels permanently, and the front wheels are driven through an electrically or mechanically operated clutch if necessary. |
| Drive wheel | All wheel drive (4x4) |
| Number of gears | 10 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Gearbox type | TorqShift |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs, 363 mm [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Ventilated discs, 363 mm [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Cone worm with recirculation balls |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | 275/70 R18 |
| Front suspension | Dependent spring suspension with anti-roll bar |
| Rear suspension | Rigid axle suspension, Leaf spring |
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