2018 Ranger Raptor - Page 13

Nu66et · 23-01-2018, 06:12 PM

My initial thought when i read about the steel bumper was that US bumpers get tested at a higher speed than ours, but i have no idea if it was even a co sideration for that.

**solarite_guy** · 23-01-2018, 06:23 PM

Good question.

This gets into the history of bumper tests here:

http://sparebumper.com/everybody-know-bumpers/

Interestingly, pickups, suvs and a 3rd class are not tested here. Vans are the 3rd class.

Mercury Bullet · 23-01-2018, 06:33 PM

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Originally Posted by solarite_guy

Good question.

This gets into the history of bumper tests here:

http://sparebumper.com/everybody-know-bumpers/

Interestingly, pickups, suvs and a 3rd class are not tested here. Vans are the 3rd class.

Smart.

Here all they are concerned about is how many pedestrians you can kill.

FFS get off Facebook, otherwise you deserve to be killed for walking into a moving car.
It's mad.

jpd80 · 23-01-2018, 07:19 PM

Something to give us hope,
I recall a close up of this Ranger's badge indicating a 3.2 diesel
maybe the I-5 diesel is longer for this world than some think......

jpd80 · 25-01-2018, 10:43 PM

There’s a chance this could be the Australia-bound Ranger Raptor that’s debuting in Thailand on February 7. The wheels appear to match the ones we’ve seen in videos, as do the beefier fenders. But why is Ford testing it in the U.S.? We hope it’s because the Blue Oval is readying a Ranger Raptor for the North American market as well. We’ve heard the Australian market will get the Ranger Raptor with a tuned 3.2-liter turbodiesel I-5, but a high-output version of the twin-turbo 2.7-liter EcoBoost V-6 sounds like a nice fit for a U.S.-market model. The Aussie Ranger Raptor should also get a 10-speed automatic transmission, low-range transfer case, unique off-road-tuned suspension, and 17-inch wheels wrapped in BFGoodrich A/T tires.

http://www.motortren...aught-u-s-soil/

simon varley · 26-01-2018, 01:24 PM

Ford tests in America for lots of reasons - one being it's a **** load colder over there than here!

Ben73 · 29-01-2018, 05:56 PM

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Originally Posted by Fordman1

Bet you wouldn’t buy one regardless of what donk it had under the hood

Why not? I already bought one brand new Ranger and did a few mods to it. A good engine, comfortable suspension that goes well off-road and tough looks would definitely get me looking at when when I'm ready for a new car.
So far it seams to have everything but an engine that interests me.
But hey maybe they will surprise us.

Keep up uninformed assumptions though.

nt0351 · 02-02-2018, 12:06 AM

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Originally Posted by barra240t

I find your statement hard to believe as well?

It sounds like you are a diehard sedan man, or just don't like anything in regards to 4x4 pickups? The get praised because they are a good thing, are you talking PJ/K/X/XII Ranger?

Fiesta, Focus and Everest are all made in Thailand too, I'm guessing they are buckets as well?

Id love a Raptor ,..but it would have to be US built with the right power plant to justify the asking price , I bought a 2013 PX ,.and have to agree , cheaply made and it showed up real quick ,.,.my previous work car of 3 years an FG G6ET had done 180,000 hard klms and was in better shape than the Thai Built Ranger at 60,000 klms in 1 year
good luck to those that love them,.for sure they've nailed it in the looks department , but the rest is pretty crappy.,..if you're into 4x4 pick ups drive an Amarok , then tell me if you'd buy a Ranger ,..worlds apart

chrisandsharon · 02-02-2018, 05:57 PM

Not long to go

https://www.topspeed.com/cars/car-ne...-ar179547.html

chevypower · 02-02-2018, 06:40 PM

If the Explorer ST is getting a 400hp 3.0 EcoBoost, then I think this is the engine the Ranger Raptor should get.

simon varley · 02-02-2018, 09:37 PM

you mean the Argentinian built Amarok?

**Fordman1** · 02-02-2018, 09:59 PM

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Originally Posted by simon varley

you mean the Argentinian built Amarok?

He thinks it’s made in Germany

**Fordman1** · 02-02-2018, 10:14 PM

I’m tipping that the serial wingers will winge.

BIG time.

chrisandsharon · 03-02-2018, 12:00 AM

Sorry gents I missed the 2018 raptor thread

Mods delete

Ben73 · 03-02-2018, 01:47 AM

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Originally Posted by Fordman1

I’m tipping that the serial wingers will winge.

BIG time.

You really are offended by people who have different opinions aren't you? Well it is 2018 I guess. AFF should be an echo chamber of everyone saying "yes, yes, so cool, perfect job Ford, yes"

**Fordman1** · 03-02-2018, 08:32 AM

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Originally Posted by Ben73

You really are offended by people who have different opinions aren't you? Well it is 2018 I guess. AFF should be an echo chamber of everyone saying "yes, yes, so cool, perfect job Ford, yes"

So you winge do you ?

marty351 · 03-02-2018, 08:42 AM

P@nts cre@med.

Tassie f100 · 03-02-2018, 09:46 AM

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Originally Posted by Fordman1

I’m tipping that the serial wingers will winge.

BIG time.

What is a winger,and how do you winge??

**Fordman1** · 03-02-2018, 01:27 PM

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Originally Posted by Tassie f100

What is a winger,and how do you winge??

Winger is the short version of whinger

Winge is what some people do here and it is a lot like whinging.

Get ready for 100 pagers of 2.0 litre bi turbo diesel Raptor whinging.

csv8 · 03-02-2018, 01:58 PM

At a price we can only dream about.
"Expect the Ranger Raptor to arrive in U.S. showrooms as a 2019 model sometime in the first half of next year. Prices are expected to compete with the Chevrolet Colorado ZR2, which starts at $40,400 and increases with options. Perhaps Ford will also offer a turbodiesel and gasoline engine option, just like the Colorado ZR2, as well. Again, tune in to TopSpeed.com on February 7 for all the details." From Top Speed article.

XR Martin · 03-02-2018, 04:17 PM

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Originally Posted by Mercury Bullet

Makes a lot of sense you know.
Considering roo/bullbars are on nearly every 4x4 yet 90% never get out of the cities.
We've got to this ridiculous point in Australia where it's now mandated that bars must be pedestrian safe.

Bullbars should absolutely be designed to kill in my opinion. If you happen to hit some poor roo the last thing needed is for it to be left on the road with severe injuries and suffering. Which happens a lot now.
It's far more humane to kill them outright.

According to the insurance companies, there are more claims for kangaroo strikes in the Canberra area than anywhere else in the country.
So you do need bullbars in the cities these days...

nt0351 · 03-02-2018, 07:48 PM

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Originally Posted by Fordman1

He thinks it’s made in Germany

umm no he doesn't Fordman1 fanboy.

,I know exactly where its made

just stating my experience ,.fyi both pick ups were similar money low 50's , the Argentinian was a great car, (still got it has 345000klms) the Thai lady boy didn't compare in build quality , comfort or engineering ,..but i guess if you put it up against 5hitters like a Great wall or LDV you could argue its a ripper car .

Imo you're being blind-sighted by good looks and clever marketing

chrisandsharon · 04-02-2018, 12:47 AM

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Originally Posted by XR Martin

According to the insurance companies, there are more claims for kangaroo strikes in the Canberra area than anywhere else in the country.
So you do need bullbars in the cities these days...

Yep - and is why Volvo chose the place to test its radar........

http://www.itnews.com.au/news/volvo-...anberra-411286

Ben73 · 04-02-2018, 12:05 PM

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Originally Posted by Fordman1

So you winge do you ?

Nope, I just give my opinion. But since you made a smart *** remark to one of my previous posts where I gave my opinion on the topic being discussed, I felt like replying.

Mercury Bullet · 04-02-2018, 02:30 PM

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Originally Posted by XR Martin

According to the insurance companies, there are more claims for kangaroo strikes in the Canberra area than anywhere else in the country.
So you do need bullbars in the cities these days...

The canberra area wouldnt be the act by chance?

Lots of em out of town I agree.

chrisandsharon · 05-02-2018, 09:45 AM

2 more sleeps then all is revealed

chrisandsharon · 07-02-2018, 12:53 AM

7 min till the 7th

Edit - righto let’s see this ranger raptor Ford

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naddis01 · 07-02-2018, 03:29 AM

Isn't the reveal on the 8th Australian time?

**Fordman1** · 07-02-2018, 07:01 AM

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Originally Posted by naddis01

Isn't the reveal on the 8th Australian time?

It’s in Thailand, so the same day ?

naddis01 · 07-02-2018, 09:54 AM

I could have sworn one of the Ford Australia videos said it was the 8th but I must be mistaken.

Edit: the video here says the 8th...

https://practicalmotoring.com.au/car...-teased-video/