Spy Shots: 2007 Ford Super Duty
As noted by Inside Line, Ford decided not to go with the
locomotive-inspired theme of the Super Chief concept for its refreshened Super Duty pickups due out this summer. Too
bad, as the Super Chief was super cool. Regardless, the new Super Dutes will get bigger and bolder in the front and
back, with larger, one-piece headlights that extend down to a one-piece bumper, bigger vents in the grille, quarter
panel vents behind the front wheels and the words “Super Duty” branded everywhere it will fit. The bigger news for the new Super Dutes will be the arrival of an all new Powerstroke diesel to replace the current one that’s been plagued with problems from the get-go. The new oil burner will displace 6.4 liters and employ a pair of sequential turbos to help produce 350 hp and 650 ft-lbs of torque. Those numbers would put the Super Duty ahead of both Dodge’s 5.9L Cummins turbo diesel (325 hp/610 ft-lbs.) and GM’s 6.6L Duramax diesel (310 hp/605 ft-lbs.), in which case it’s time for another race.
[Source: Inside Line]
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Reader Comments (Page 1 of 4)
HAHA 12:39PM (4/05/2006)
DRRRRRRrr I have a small penis so I need a big truck to tell the whole world.
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Gunnar Heinrich 12:51PM (4/05/2006)
Super chief was super cool. I like this new F-Series though - the face reminds me of a tractor-trailer.
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Adam Singer 12:52PM (4/05/2006)
Re: #1
I am not a pick-up truck fan by any means but there is definite justification for a truck of this size. But apparently having to tow/haul a significant amounts of stuff means that you're physically inadequate. Haven't you ever heard of construction you complete idiot?
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SaveGas 12:56PM (4/05/2006)
Agrrr...A new toy for the Rednecks to pull their summer homes with. I wonder how it will be affected by the soon to be rectified 15 PPM diesel fuel.
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jeff 1:02PM (4/05/2006)
You know viagra is a lot cheaper than one of these stupid trucks. And besides. If you need to tow your house, you probably can't afford one of these. So there is really no point to it other than pseudo penis enlargement.
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Tom W 1:31PM (4/05/2006)
Too. Much. Chrome.
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Gas Guzzler 1:32PM (4/05/2006)
It continues to amaze me the number of idiots driving these things back and forth to work each day - the only thing being hauled is their fat McDonald's eating ass. #1 is right, its also usually some dude with an serious inadequacy complex driving them.
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Alan Bedenko 1:42PM (4/05/2006)
That looks like a parody of a huge truck. Grotesque.
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Aki 2:15PM (4/05/2006)
Adam Singer: I know people who are network engineers and drive Ford F-150s. I guess you need all that heft for those massive routers and networking cables.
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Kovarik 2:16PM (4/05/2006)
It would be nice if people would keep the anti-American (fat/big truck/mcdonalds/) nonsense out of here, and stop hijacking threads.
I like the Super Dutys, I have a 2005 F-350 that I use for my Landscape construction business, I do like this revamp though, i thought the super chief concept was too different from previous models, and frankly, it didn't look like a work truck. I'm not really a fan of chrome, but the new grill and bumper is an improvment from the current generation. As for the diesel, I've never owned on with that option, only the V8 and V10s, i would definetly consider it for my next purchase if this new powerstroke proves reliable.
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stan 2:24PM (4/05/2006)
All of you who pass full size trucks off as nothing more than frivolous wastes of energy and space need to realize not everyone in the world is exactly like yourself. People with jobs in the construction of heavy machinery business need something that can haul a monumental amount of weight, or someone with a racecar of any sort can benefit from being able to move it. Why are you posting on an automotive website when all you do is bash companies for building cars that people buy? If you only think a 4-cylender midsize sedan is the only thing worth building than please stop reading and commenting on a website that encompasses all automobiles. I for one am fed up that when a company comes out with a new truck or SUV, all anyone can say is that the prospective buyers are fat-assed stupid hicks. Nobody cares anymore that you dont like trucks or SUVs. I too am upset when they are bought for the wrong reasons or for lack of an alternative, but the Ford Super Duty is not one of those vehicles. The overwhelming majority of people that buy them use them for their intended purpose, and if you cant accept it, get bent.
Otherwise I am happy with the changes ford has applied to their super duty, especially the new diesel motor. I have always thought that the V block motor needed a twin turbo design to most effectively and efficiently create power. The oversized chrome grill is a little much (the current gen is imposing enough) but when GM comes out with their new trucks, for will need something this ostentatious to remain the truck leader.
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phil 2:27PM (4/05/2006)
Will you prius driving communists stop trying to tell people what they should and shouldn't drive. If someone likes the look of trucks and wants to drive one, then they have the right to. Get off of everyones back.
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BBrad 2:51PM (4/05/2006)
I think your info is wrong. That would put it ahead of the cummins, but behind the Duramax. The new Duramax makes 360 HP and 650lbs of Torque.
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Sgt. Hulka 2:55PM (4/05/2006)
That's Toyota "Pious". Arrogance and eletism all wrapped up in one car.
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Garrett 2:56PM (4/05/2006)
correction your information is wrong the 6.6 duramax LBZ is 360hp and 650ftlb of torque, but this is a good start, that 6.0 had way too many problems hopefully this will be better.
and to all you people who have problems with big trucks like this, i agree this one is ugly, and i agree its stupid that people that have never used a vehicle for work or towing that drive these, but lay off the nagging, some people like me actually work for a living and need trucks like these
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jimbob 3:01PM (4/05/2006)
The fact is that big trucks like this make lots of pollution and worsen global warming. If you prefer to be ignorant and pretend that those problems don't exist, at least you have to admit that vehicles like this increase the demand for oil, which leads to competition for dwindling resources, which leads to war. Only some idiot who doesn't give a crap about this country would drive a truck like this unless completely necessary. Are these trucks good for construction? Sure. But you'd have to be willfully ignorant (and proud of it) to use one as a daily commuting vehicle.
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robino 3:07PM (4/05/2006)
Where I live (Alberta, Canada) trucks are a neccessity for those employed in the oil, gas and agricultural industries. But even here you see two types of truck drivers on the road. There is the driver who uses his truck just about every day to haul some type of cargo and/or operate off regular paved roads. These trucks are usually bent and scratched and need the windshield replaced. Chrome and paint jobs, other than company colors and decals, are not high on their list of priorities. The rest are driven by soccer moms and "Brokeback Mountain" cowboys (from what I hear they were actually sheep herders - an important distinction in cattle country). This is the demographic that seems to like the chrome and pretty wheels. They are also the first ones stuck in the ditch after a skiff of snow. I don't need a truck other than the old beater I use to haul crap to the landfill and I am not anti-truck. However, I feel that many truck owners drive and customize their vehicles in a way that suggests they have "issues". Truck manufacturers like Ford are smart enough to know this and if you are observant enough it is evident in their promotions and advertising.
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Jeff 3:20PM (4/05/2006)
I happen to be one of those who drive one of these trucks and don't do construction. I drive it because I like it and it has nothing to do with my anatomy. Now for you treehippies out there that think this is the reason for your so called global warming you need to do some research and you will find that things like volcanic ash do WAY more damage to the ozone than my truck ever will. If you do more research you'll find that my truck gets around 17 miles to the gallon which is pretty respectable mileage. I drive it because I refuse to squeeze myself into some battery operated car and when I need to tow or haul something I have plenty of power. I choose to drive what I want so I'll let you choose to drive what you want and not complain. Thank you.
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Cap'n Crunch 3:27PM (4/05/2006)
"GMs 6.6L Duramax diesel (310 hp/605 ft-lbs.)"
I thought the new Duramax was 360hp and 650lb-ft.
Anyway, I have no problems with people actually using these trucks for its intended purpose, such as oil field workers, farmers, construction workers, etc. But I do take issues with the people who don't need such a vehicle. It's such a waste.
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SaveGas 3:29PM (4/05/2006)
Phil and Sgt.Hulka,
One cannot let ignorance and malevolence go undeterred, only communist like tethers on vehicle fuel economy can save Americas oil epidemic from perishing our freedoms, prosperity and welfare.
In regards to construction
Apparently Americans are constructing some mighty ornate structures that require such grandiose vehicles. Builders of intricate brick houses with lavish basements and patios need an 8000 pound truck to move their building supplies around. Yes, this is the great U.S of A where houses are built to last centuries and withstand Gail force winds. In reality, American residential building construction is one of the most primitive in the modern world.
Somehow the average European contractor is able to utilize a Mercedes 2.9 turbo diesel to get the twice the job done. In Europe, houses arent built of 2 X 4, shingles and drywall. Typical European architecture calls for use of much heavier materials; brick, granite, concrete, and shale; somehow the contractor is still capable of using his 155 horsepower diesel to move these around. There is no 355 horsepower light trucks available in Europe, heck some of the MAN semis dont even have that much power.
These vehicles are gluttonous overkill, yet another ego-driven attack of American roads.
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