The usual propulsion unit for the F-350 in military use is the six-litre Ford power stroke V8 diesel (350hp) with a five-speed 5R110W automatic or six-speed manual gear box and 4×4 transmission (width 80in). The truck was also designed to ford 30in-deep water and also to operate in temperatures from -50☏ up to 120☏.Īn additional development version of the F-350 is being designed as a lightweight vehicle that is more fuel efficient under the IMPACT (improved materials and powertrain architectures for 21st century trucks) programme. In addition, there was an onboard computer with an advanced global positioning satellite navigation system, night-vision system, collision warning system, and an upgraded military electrical system providing 12V, 24V and 110V AC power.

The truck was also equipped with protective armour on the underside as a safeguard measure for rough terrain. The design included enhanced axle differentials, upgraded suspension, electronically controlled high performance shock absorbers, additional air springs, a central tyre inflation system and also military specification 37in tyres with a run-flat system. It has a payload capacity of 2,000kg, depending on the vehicle type. The F-350 Super Duty COMBATT was structurally modified with 4×4 configuration to a gross vehicle weight of 12,700lb. F-350 Super Duty COMBATT modified pick-up The Ford F-350 is available in 4×4 and 2×2 configurations with different cabin options. In March 2008, the Iraqi Police purchased 2,600 vehicles including 300 Ford F-350 super duty pick-up trucks to strengthen its patrol vehicle fleet in the provinces.

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