The buyers can be loyal to their truck brands when choosing the heavy-duty models but if they want the best from the offer, Ford’s trucks are the right solution. Ford redesigned its Super-Duty Series for the 2017 model year including the one-tone F-350 model. These models are now the class leaders in all important aspects including the payload and towing capabilities while Ford also beats the competition with the leading torque ratings.
You can also configure your machine with the top-notch tech and safety features as Ford offers the almost unlimited level of customization. If you are, however, asking yourself should you wait for the new 2018 Ford F-350, you probably shouldn’t as this model will continue largely unchanged.
2018 Ford F-350: Design
In order to provide the exceptional durability and capability, the 2018 Ford F-350 will sit on the fully-boxed frame which has been made of high-strength steel which makes 95 percent of its structure. Stronger chassis components as well as beefier axles and steering of the new-generation Super-Duty Series will also provide unbeaten performance and driving quality. Ford also used the military-grade aluminum alloy to reduce the body weight and some versions are up to 350 pounds lighter.
The styling also evolved thanks to the last redesigned to somewhat more macho look and we won’t see changes in that regard on the 2018 model expect Ford might offer new color options and even new exterior theme.
Interior, Features:
Inside, the design gets the form of the best-selling F-150 but the redesign also made the cabins more spacious and available with the wider range of tech and convenience features. So, the tech-level and cabin refinement will only depend on how much you are ready to spend as with additional features the price can hit high levels.
This model will be available in three cab styles and bed lengths will be 6.75- or 8-foot. The trim options will include the XL, XLT, Lariat, King Ranch and Platinum.
The base versions will have vinyl upholstery, tilt-and-telescopic steering wheel, driver information display, etc. Upgrades will include the leather upholstery, premium trim accents, power, heated and ventilated front seats, premium sound system, Sync 3 infotainment platform and much more.
The list of safety features will include the surround-view system, adaptive cruise control, automatic emergency braking, lane departure warning, parking sensors, blind-spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alert, etc.
2018 Ford F-350: Powertrains
Ford hasn’t replaced the previous generation engines but improved versions are available with class-leading torque and towing capabilities.
The 2018 Ford F-350 will have the standard 6.2-liter V-8 gasoline engine. It can produce 385 hp and torque reaches 430 pound-feet. The 6.7-liter Power Stroke turbo diesel V-8 will provide so far unbeaten torque of 925 lb-ft and power of 440 hp.
The F-350 will come with six-speed automatic transmission and standard rear-wheel drive. Configurations with the all-wheel drive and single or dual-rear-wheel will also be available.
As for the payload capacity, the model will allow up to 7, 630 pounds with the dual-rear-wheel configuration. Single-rear-wheel versions will reach 4, 470 pounds. The towing limit will be 32, 000 pounds.
2018 Ford F-350: Arrival, Price
The 2018 Ford F-350 should be available by the end of this year. The price will start from around $35, 000.