Introducing the Ford Raptor T1+: A Hardcore V8 Off-Roader Built for the Dakar Rally
Ford has recently unveiled the new Raptor T1+ at the prestigious 2024 Goodwood Festival of Speed. This off-road beast is a collaboration between Ford, Red Bull, and M-Sport, known for their expertise in motorsport. The Raptor T1+ is set to compete in the grueling Dakar Rally, with legendary drivers Carlos Sainz Sr and Nani Roma at the helm.
Designed to tackle the toughest terrains, the Raptor T1+ boasts bespoke suspension, carbon fiber bodywork, massive 37-inch tires, and a powerful Coyote V8 engine. It has undergone extensive testing in harsh conditions to ensure its durability and performance.
Equipped with four-way adjustable dampers and front and rear independent double wishbones by Fox, the Raptor T1+ promises exceptional off-road capabilities. The 5.0-liter Coyote V8 engine, specially tuned for this model, is expected to deliver impressive power output.
With a steel spaceframe and carbon fiber panels, the Raptor T1+ offers exceptional ground clearance and approach angles, surpassing even the renowned Land Rover Defender. Ford Performance’s global motorsport director, Mark Rushbrook, expressed confidence in the Raptor T1+, stating that it signifies Ford’s commitment to off-road excellence.
The Raptor T1+ is not only a formidable competitor in motorsport but also serves as a platform for enhancing Ford’s road-going Raptor performance trucks. Stay tuned as this hardcore off-roader prepares to take on the toughest challenges on Earth.
