Ford Mighty F-350
Concept heavy-duty truck designed by Ford, partnership with Tonka
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The Ford Mighty F-350 is a concept heavy-duty pickup truck designed by Ford and debuted at the 2002 Detroit Auto Show.[1] It was the subject of Ford's first partnership with the Tonka toy truck producer. The Mighty F-350 is equipped with a 350 hp (260 kW) 6.0 L Power Stroke turbo-diesel V8 engine,[2] mated to a 5-speed (5R110W) automatic transmission[citation needed] and hydraulic launch assist.[2] Ford Mighty F-350 styling was used for the production 2004 Ford F-150.[3]
| Ford Mighty F-350 Tonka Truck | |
|---|---|
| Overview | |
| Manufacturer | Ford |
| Model years | 2002 |
| Body and chassis | |
| Class | Concept heavy-duty pickup truck |
| Body style | 4-door crew cab |
| Layout | Front-engine, four-wheel-drive |
| Powertrain | |
| Engine | 6.0 L Power Stroke turbo-diesel V8 |
| Transmission | 5-speed 5R110W automatic |
Design and history
High belt line and hood created a tough-looking body.[4]
The 4-bar grille foreshadowed the future 2005–2007 Super Duty models, while the fender badges and chrome side-view mirrors shared a similar appearance to the then-upcoming 2008–2010 model (except there was never a factory full-chrome option). The Mighty F-350's fender flares previewed the 2005 F-450/F-550 trucks as well. Behind its retractable running boards (side steps) are "side exhausts", similar to the second generation F-150 SVT Lightning. The fender badges also use the same font as the production Super Duty models.[citation needed]
The outside also featured LED headlights and taillights, as well as a fifth-wheel trailer hitch in the bed. The vehicle rides over seven feet tall and is equipped with 315/60R22 Goodyear off-road tires (on both the front and dual rear wheels), along with 22-inch wheels.[citation needed]
Though nowhere near as chiseled, the 2008 F-Series Super Duty and 2009 F-150 both inherited some of the Mighty F-350's design language in their exterior styling.[citation needed]
The 6.0 L Power Stroke turbo-diesel V8 made it to production as well.[citation needed]
See also
- Ford F-250 Super Chief, a similar concept truck also designed by Ford
- Tonka, the toy manufacturer whose products inspired the Mighty F-350