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Ford F-250 Super Duty IV Regular Cab Long box 6.2 V8 (385 Hp) Automatic
Overall Rating
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 Regular Cab Long box Overview:
Ford F-250 Super Duty (IV Regular Cab Long box). With 583 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. At around 2578 kg, it’s on the heavier side. Rear‑wheel drive offers dynamic handling and sporty feedback. A vehicle with an open cargo bed at the back, suitable for transporting goods. Seating for 3 makes it ideal for daily use.
6.2 V8 (385 Hp) Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
A strong and reliable gasoline V8 offering ample power for most heavy-duty tasks, though it lacks the sheer torque of the diesel for extreme loads.
Fuel Economy
Fuel consumption is higher than the diesel, especially under load, but it offers a lower initial cost and simpler maintenance for some users.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Exceptional towing and hauling capabilities
- • Robust and durable construction
- • Powerful engine options (especially 6.7L Power Stroke diesel)
- • Available 4x4 for off-road and challenging conditions
- • Spacious and functional interior for a work truck
Cons:
- • Large size can be challenging in urban environments
- • Fuel economy is a significant consideration, especially with gasoline engines
- • Ride quality can be stiff when unloaded
- • Higher purchase price and maintenance costs for diesel variants
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(III Super Cab Long box: 2011 - 2016).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Ford |
| Model: | F-250 Super Duty |
| Generation: | IV Regular Cab Long box |
| Modification (Engine): | 6.2 V8 (385 Hp) Automatic |
| Start of production: | 2017 |
| End of production: | 2019 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Pick-up |
| Seats: | 3 |
| Doors: | 2 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 385 Hp @ 5750 rpm. |
| Torque: | 583 Nm @ 3800 rpm. |
| 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 |
| Valvetrain: | SOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 6.6 l |
| Coolant: | 20.2 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 102.1 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 95 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 9.8:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 6.7 kg/Hp, 149.3 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 4.4 kg/Nm, 226.1 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 2578 |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 2222 l |
| Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%): | 7121 kg |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 129 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Ramp-over (brakeover) angle: | 20.2° |
| Length: | 5888 mm mm [426mm less] |
| Width: | 2032 mm mm [3mm more] |
| Height: | 1979 mm mm [35mm less] |
| Wheelbase: | 3597 mm mm [416mm 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: | 19.8° |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Rear wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 6 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Gearbox type | TorqShift |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Wheel rims size | 17; 18; 20 |
| Front suspension | Independent coil spring, Trailing arm |
| Rear suspension | Leaf spring |
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