Manhart turns the Ford Bronco into this limited edition of just ten units

It’s not usual to associate the tuner Manhart with off-road vehicles. Normally, we enjoy their transformations of sports cars and even SUVs a great deal. But now we can see a true off-roader like the Ford Bronco passing through the hands of its engineers to give it a more dynamic image and finish. A vehicle that surpasses the standard model so it can tackle the most demanding terrain, but with plenty of style.

With the Manhart BC 400, the tuner brings the imposing Ford Bronco Raptor to the European market, although unofficially. A way of getting around the lack of units of that variant in our market. To create this almost unique variant, Manhart has used a Ford Bronco with European specifications, adapting several components to provide more power and better performance.

To improve its performance, it uses the 2.7-litre EcoBoost engine, which in the original model delivers 355 CV. A new intercooler from Whipple/Ford Racing has been fitted, along with stainless steel downpipes and an MHtronic ECU module to modify the engine software. With all of this, power is increased to 421 CV and maximum torque to 680 Nm. With these figures it comes very close to the characteristics of the Ford Bronco Raptor and surpasses the European model by 86 CV and 117 Nm.

To control this power, Brembo brakes with 380 mm discs and six-piston calipers have been installed on the front wheels. The suspension is also very capable of tackling any terrain, however tough. The 22-inch wheels from Manhart are fitted with 35-inch Renegade R7 off-road tyres.

On the bodywork, gloss black vinyl has been applied, standing out against the yellow paintwork. The upholstery is leather and Alcantara. All of this will be present on only ten units, although the price of each of these vehicles has not yet been announced.