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| 2005 Ford Lightning SVT Concept |
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| Base
Info: |
| Year: |
2005 |
Production #: |
Not Avaliable |
| Make: |
Ford |
Base Price: |
Not Avaliable |
| Model: |
Lightning
SVT Concept |
Origin: |
Not Avaliable |
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| Performance: |
| Top Speed: |
Not Avaliable |
EPA Gas Mileage: |
Not Avaliable |
| ¼ mile: |
Not Available |
0 - 60 mph: |
Not Avaliable |
| Lat Acceleration: |
Not Available |
0 - 100 mph: |
Not Available |
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| Engine
and Transmission: |
Body
and Frame: |
| Position: |
Not Avaliable |
Drive Wheels: |
RWD |
| Configuration: |
All Aluminum
V8 |
Curb Weight: |
Not Avaliable |
| Valvetrain: |
Not Avaliable |
Length: |
Not Avaliable |
| Displacement: |
329.5 CU / 5401 CC |
Width: |
Not Avaliable |
| Power: |
500 BHP
/ 372.9 KW @ N/A RPM |
Height: |
Not Avaliable |
| Torque: |
500 FT
LBS / 678 NM @ N/A RPM |
Wheelbase |
Not Avaliable |
| Redline: |
Not Avaliable |
Steering: |
Not Avaliable |
| Stroke: |
Not Avaliable |
Materials: |
Not Avaliable |
| Bore: |
Not Avaliable |
Front Brakes: |
Brembro Cross
Drilled & Vented Discs w/6-Pot Calipers |
| Gear Type: |
Tremec T-56 6-Speed
Manual |
Front Brake Size |
Not Avaliable |
| 1st Gear Ratio: |
2.66:1 |
Rear Brakes: |
Brembro Cross
Drilled & Vented Discs w/4-Pot Calipers |
| 2nd Gear Ratio: |
1.78:1 |
Rear Brake Size: |
Not Avaliable |
| 3rd Gear Ratio: |
1.30:1 |
Front Wheels: |
Not Avaliable |
| 4th Gear Ratio: |
1.00:1 |
Rear Wheels: |
Not Avaliable |
| 5th Gear Ratio: |
0.80:1 |
Front Tires: |
P295/40R22 |
| 6th Gear Ratio: |
0.63:1 |
Rear Tires: |
P325/45R22 |
| 7th Gear Ratio: |
Not Avaliable |
Front Suspension: |
Independant |
| Final Drive Ratio: |
Not Avaliable |
Rear Suspension: |
Hotchkiss Type
Solid Axle w/Leaf Springs, Shock Absorbers |
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| Extra
Info: |
| Extra
Notes: |
Story by Ford Motor Corporation
Ford's bold vision for a third-generation SVT F-150 Lightning sport truck
emerged today from a powerful new-product cloudburst at the 2003 North American
International Auto Show.
The SVT Lightning concept was a surprise during Ford's unveiling of the
all-new 2004 F-150. Launching a Whole New Era of Built Ford Tough, the new
F-150 is an all-new full-size pickup architecture designed for more power,
refinement and unprecedented driving dynamics capability. It is the star
of Ford Motor Company's biggest-ever wave of new-product introductions at
the dawn of its Centennial year.
The SVT F-150 Lightning concept features a six-speed manual transmission,
independent rear suspension and a 500-horsepower supercharged V-8. It is
a powerful combination aimed at extending SVT Lightning's supremacy into
the future.
Since it was introduced in 1993, the Ford SVT F-150 Lightning has been the
undisputed sport truck king, making a name for itself as the 'World's Fastest
Production Pickup.' Ten years later, competitors are finally bringing Lightning
imitators to market. John Coletti, director, SVT Programs, welcomes the
challenge.
Power to New Levels
Coletti's team fit the SVT Lightning concept with an all-aluminum, 5.4-liter
DOHC supercharged and intercooled V-8 engine conservatively rated at 500
horsepower and 500 foot pounds of torque (SAE net). And while they were
at it, they invented and patented a speed secret for those times when even
that much power just isn't enough.
Ford's patented SuperCooler technology cleverly provides a special burst
of power for the SVT Lightning concept. Traditional intercoolers dissipate
heat from the supercharged air by circulating coolant through a front-mounted,
air-cooled radiator. With the SuperCooler system, the vehicle's air conditioning
system is used to chill a small storage tank of coolant to about 30 degrees
Fahrenheit.
On demand, the SuperCooler system switches the intercooler flow from its
normal circulation and dumps the chilled coolant into the engine's intercooler.
In turn, the intercooler dissipates up to 20 percent more heat from the
charge air - resulting in a denser air charge.
A green light on the instrument panel indicates the system's readiness.
SuperCooler is activated automatically when the driver depresses the accelerator
to a wide-open-throttle position.
This technology plays directly into the hands of the enthusiast, Coletti
says. The SuperCooler provides the edge for the driver, and it is done simply
by taking advantage of the hardware that already exists in the vehicle.
As a result of this cool technology, the SVT Lighting concept can give its
driver as much as 50 transient horsepower for short bursts of 30-45 seconds
and regenerate within 2 minutes under normal driving conditions. While its
effect is similar to that of an aftermarket nitrous oxide system, the SuperCooler
is completely self-contained, environmentally friendly and regenerative.
The SVT Lightning concept engine features a Lysholm, screw-type supercharger,
paired with both an intercooler and the new SuperCooler system. The 32-valve,
double-overhead-cam powerplant boasts Manley connecting rods, two fuel injectors
per cylinder and high-performance heads similar to those on the limited-edition
2000 Ford SVT Mustang Cobra R.
Exhaust gases escape through free-flowing headers and dual side pipes, producing
a classic American V-8 rumble. Power is delivered to the rear wheels through
a six-speed manual transmission. The same Tremec T-56 transmission is used
in the 2003 Ford SVT Mustang Cobra. In keeping with the performance nature
of the SVT Lightning, the short-throw, console-mounted shifter is more like
that of a sports car than a traditional pickup's long-shaft, floor mounted
shift lever.
Driving Dynamics
The SVT F-150 Lightning concept features an independent rear suspension
and SVT's famous attention to every detail of the suspension, steering and
braking systems for driving dynamic capabilities that match the sport truck's
awesome power.
The concept truck's handling potential is immediately apparent, evidenced
by massive 22-inch cast aluminum wheels that convey power even standing
still. The wheels are wrapped in hand-cut Goodyear P295/40R22 tires in front
and P325/45R22 tires at the rear.
Visible through the six-spoke wheels are equally impressive Brembo brakes
- six-piston calipers in front, four-piston at the rear - mated to platter-size,
380-millimeter, cross-drilled ventilated discs.
SVT engineers chose to fit an independent rear suspension (IRS) system to
the Lightning concept in lieu of F-150's standard Hotchkiss type solid rear
axle with leaf springs and outboard shock absorbers. The IRS unit was adapted
from the Ford Expedition.
'The new architecture of the F-150 made it easier for us to adapt the independent
rear suspension system,' says Jeff Feit, SVT Lightning chassis and powertrain
engineer. 'This allowed us to reduce unsprung weight even further and fine-tune
the handling in true SVT style.'
The front suspension is derived from the new F-150, with the upper control
arms modified to accommodate the oversized wheel and tires. The new rack-and-pinion
steering system of the F-150 contributes to the SVT Lightning concept truck's
steering precision.
Design
The new SVT Lightning concept isn't just built for speed off the line. It
was designed to be quick out of the box, thanks to a new F-150 modular design
architecture that's geared to flexibility. That made it possible to show
off the new SVT Lightning concept as a possible derivative of the new F-150
immediately at the truck's public unveiling.
'Modular design lends itself to special editions like this,' says Craig
Metros, F-150 chief designer. 'Changing details such the front grille, the
side body panels and interior trim transforms the truck. The result is a
specialized, high-performance model, far from being just a wheel-and-tire
package.'
The SVT Lightning concept is based on the new Regular Cab F-150 Flareside
model, finished in Liquid Silver Metallic and dripping with performance
character. In keeping with SVT Lightning tradition, the concept only has
two doors. The rear access doors on the new Regular Cab F-150 are replaced
on the concept with longer front doors and fixed B-pillars. Other SVT design
cues include electro-luminescent gauges, side exhausts, clear taillights
and round foglights.
Conclusion
The Ford SVT Lightning concept marks the coming of a future third generation
of the 'World's Fastest Production Pickup.' It arrives as the Ford Special
Vehicle Team celebrates its 10th anniversary and Ford Motor Company is kicking
off its Centennial year. Since its introduction as a 1993 model, the Ford
SVT F-150 Lightning has dominated the sport truck market. By the end of
2003, about 36,000 SVT Lightning pickups will be on the road.
The SVT Lightning has been constantly improved since its introduction, as
output has jumped from the original's 240 to today's 380 horsepower. Acceleration
has improved accordingly, with official 0-60 mph times dropping from an
impressive 7.6 seconds to a scorching 5.8 seconds.
The Ford SVT Lightning concept making its world debut at the 2003 North
American International Auto Show hints that the next-generation SVT Lightning
will raise the bar even farther, and continue to dominate in the sport truck
arena. |
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