Ford has officially released a new Special Service Vehicle Package for its F-150 pickup.
Targeted at government and commercial fleets for things like police or
forest ranger duty, the pack adds in a larger 220-amp alternator and a
unique interior configuration at no extra cost. Inside, the trucks offer
cloth seating and additional space between the front seats for a range
of gear, including communications equipment and firearm storage.
Agencies can also specify beefier components like heavy-duty tires and
skid plates to suit their needs. The SSV Package trucks can be had with
either a 3.5-liter Ecoboost V6 engine with 365 horsepower and 420 pound-feet of torque or a 5.0-liter V8 with 360 hp and 380 lb-ft.
Both engines are bolted to a six-speed automatic transmission, and
buyers can equip either four-wheel drive or two-wheel drive SuperCab and
SuperCrew models with the SSV package. Take a look at the full press release for more information.
Ford F-150 Special Service Vehicle Package Now Available, Fulfilling Fleet Customer Requests for Adaptability, Efficiency
• Ford introduces a Special Service Vehicle (SSV) Package for fleet
customers – making the F-150 pickup even more adaptable to unique tasks
• No-charge option package includes a high-capacity 220-amp alternator and a special service-tailored interior layout
• Recognizing diverse requirements among government and fleet
customers, Ford offers the SSV Package across varied powertrains and cab
configurations
DEARBORN, Mich., June 11, 2012 – Ford Motor Company, the top-selling
commercial truck brand for 27 years, is now offering a new F-150 Special
Service Vehicle (SSV) Package aimed at government, municipal and
commercial fleets.
"Our fleet customers have been asking us to create this option for
F-Series trucks," said Ford Government Sales Manager Tony Gratson.
"We're confident the current and updated 2013 F-150 equipped with the
SSV Package will be of particular interest to our government customers
with rugged jobs such as law enforcement, firefighting, and national and
state park patrols."
Ford anticipates commercial buyers across a variety of businesses,
like their government fleet counterparts, will appreciate the value in
this no-charge package.
F-150 SSV content includes a high-capacity 220-amp alternator to support fleet-class electrical needs.
To meet wide-ranging SSV applications, the package will be available
for both SuperCab and SuperCrew configurations, 4x2 and 4x4 models, and
with a choice of 5.0-liter V8 or 3.5-liter EcoBoost® engines.
When SSV-equipped, the F-150 interior is optimized for driver comfort,
maximum adaptability for aftermarket upfit of task-specific
accessories, and second-row seat durability.
The SSV seating package is 40/20/40, with the center 20 percent
omitted completely to maximize space for in-cab aftermarket equipment
such as law enforcement communications and firearms installations. The
central console is omitted also, creating even more space.
Individual driver and first-row passenger seating surfaces are
upholstered in easily cleaned cloth for comfort over the long haul.
The three-across, full-width second-row seat is covered completely in
rugged, durable vinyl, ideal for law enforcement use or work-crew
transport.
Ford places no restrictions on F-150 optional content so that fleets –
both government and commercial – have maximum flexibility in ordering
exact vehicle specifications. This enables F-150 SSV buyers to specify
such options as heavy-duty tires, 4x4 skid plates and interior
convenience content.
Along with the choice of 5.0-liter V8 and 3.5-liter EcoBoost engines,
SSV Package vehicles – like all Ford F-150 pickups – are equipped with a
fuel-saving six-speed automatic transmission.
5.0-liter four-valve dual-overhead-camshaft Ti-VCT V8
• Best-in-class 360 horsepower at 5,500 rpm vs. standard V8 competitors
• 21 mpg highway, unsurpassed 15 mpg city (4x2)
• Best-in-class 10,000 pounds maximum trailer tow vs. standard V8 competitors
3.5-liter Ti-VCT EcoBoost
• 365 horsepower at 5,000 rpm on regular fuel
• Best-in-class 420 lb.-ft. of torque at 2,500 rpm vs. premium V8 competitors
• Up to 90 percent peak torque available from 1,700 rpm to 5,000 rpm
• Best-in-class 11,300 pounds maximum trailer tow vs. all competitors
• Best-in-class 3,120 pounds payload vs. all competitors
Via: Ford
