3 More Reasons the Ford Ranger Super Duty Needs to Come to the USA

The Ford Ranger Super Duty is incredibly capable in more ways than one, making it perfect for those seeking such things in a smaller package.

Here in the U.S., it’s pretty common knowledge that if you want the best in terms of hauling and towing capabilities, you’ll want to opt for a heavy-duty truck like the Ford Super Duty. It’s certainly capable of getting the job done, and one can choose from an endless array of configurations, powertrains, and options within that same lineup. However, there are undoubtedly a few folks out there who would appreciate having that kind of capability in a smaller package, which is precisely what the Ford Ranger Super Duty was created for.

Unfortunately for those of us that reside in the states, the Ford Ranger Super Duty isn’t slated to be sold here – just select global markets like Australia, where Ford doesn’t sell the F-Series Super Duty. That’s truly a shame, as the Ranger Super Duty comes with eight-lug wheels and all-terrain tires, beefy underpinnings, and a healthy 9,920 pounds of towing capacity. On top of that, The Blue Oval itself recently gave us three more reasons the Ford Super Duty needs to be sold in the USA, too.

Water Fording Capability

Many have undoubtedly noticed that the Ford Ranger Super Duty comes with a snorkel, and it isn’t just for looks – rather, this mid-sizer was designed to offer up to 850mm of water fording capability, which is nearly 2.8 feet, for us Americans. That’s also 50mm more than the standard Ranger, and is possible thanks not only to the snorkel, but also, the fact that critical system breathers for the transmission, transfer case, differentials, fuel, and AdBlue tanks all sit safely above the 850mm mark.

Getting Muddy

As one might imagine, the Ford Ranger Super Duty isn’t just good at crossing shallower bodies of water – it can also conquer deep mud, too. Here, we get to see that in action, as the Ranger Super Duty was subjected to some extreme mud testing during its development process, which is critical given the fact that mud can severely impact a vehicle’s performance and the lifespan of critical components. Here, Ford subjected the Ranger Super Duty to extreme mud packing tests, covering those critical components in over 600 kilograms (1,323 pounds) of the sloppy stuff.

Extreme Durability

Even if Ford Ranger Super Duty owners aren’t planning on tackling streams and muddy trails on a regular basis, they’ll undoubtedly be looking for a truck that can last a long time and withstand a lot of punishment. That’s why Ford subjected it to a series of brutal durability tests, as we can see in this clip, at its Silver Creek track at the You Yangs Proving Ground in Victoria, Australia. It’s designed to assess the durability of engine mounts, body mounts, joints, and connectors, proving so brutal that an autonomous robotic test driver takes the place of a human.

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Brett Foote

Brett Foote has been covering the automotive industry for over five years and is a longtime contributor to Internet Brands’ Auto Group sites, including Chevrolet Forum, Rennlist, and Ford Truck Enthusiasts, among other popular sites.

He has been an automotive enthusiast since the day he came into this world and rode home from the hospital in a first-gen Mustang, and he's been wrenching on them nearly as long.

In addition to his expertise writing about cars, trucks, motorcycles, and every other type of automobile, Brett had spent several years running parts for local auto dealerships.

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