2023 Ford F-150 Raptor R Horsepower Revealed From Wild Supercharged V8

Ford is also using a custom engine oil cooler and supercharger air cooler on the Raptor R to boost its off-roading chops. Notably, this is the same engine that was fitted inside the Mustang Shelby GT500; it was customized for the Raptor R to make it the most torque-dense supercharged V8 unit in the company’s portfolio. Ford says it upgraded the standard model’s transmission and driveline for its latest offering, as well, giving it a 10-speed SelectShift transmission with more precise calibration.

The company has also fine-tuned the Baja mode to take the truck’s off-roading skills to the next level. The ground clearance numbers stand at an impressive 13.1-inches, while 37-inch wheels exclusive to the class push it forward. Inside the cabin is a 12-inch SYNC 4-ready touchscreen console that is compatible with both Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. Ford will offer the F-150 Raptor R in two fresh colors — Avalanche and Azure Gray — in addition to six other shades standard for the lineup.

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While the interiors have received a design makeover, nothing has changed in terms of headroom, cargo, volume, available legroom, or max payload numbers compared to the standard F-150 Raptor. However, the peak conventional towing capacity for the Raptor R is 8,700 pounds, up from the 8,200-pound limit on its V6-powered sibling. Ford hasn’t revealed any EPA estimates for fuel efficiency yet, but if the 2022 Raptor decked with 37-inch tires is any indication, the numbers will be lower than 14 mpg.