The Ford F-150 Police Responder gets its badge on and goes after the bad guys

The Ford F-150 is a pick-up designed for the tough rural roads of the United States, and we have seen several versions that bring strength and power to this model. It was designed to offer great versatility and allow it to travel over the roughest terrain, with enough power to overcome any challenge. So it’s no surprise that a version designed for the police has been unveiled, with a transformation that makes it an even more radical vehicle.

It is based on the Ford F-150 FX4 and, as a police vehicle, it has been dressed to stand out and make its presence noticed. It has been fitted with a more robust front stabiliser bar and work has been done to improve the braking system, plus a set of 18-inch alloy wheels shod with all-terrain tyres so it can carry out its duties off-road and in rural areas.

It is also equipped with a speedometer for exclusive police use, a 240-amp alternator and a Class IV towing system, capable of pulling up to 3,175 kilos, allowing it to act as a tow vehicle in emergencies. The interior has also been adapted to create a safe space for officers. In fact, the seats feature stab-proof panels, so occupants of the rear seats can rest assured they will behave and will not cause harm, no matter how much they might want to.

The floor is covered with a vinyl layer that allows quick cleaning when necessary, which may also be useful given the terrain this surveillance vehicle will have to cover. The Ford F-150 Police Responder is designed for five seats and will be used on patrols in rural areas, border surveillance and other services that require vehicles with off-road capability and good power.

Indeed, it is fitted with a 3.5-litre EcoBoost V6 engine delivering 375 CV and a maximum torque of 636 Nm, paired with a 10-speed automatic gearbox that delivers all that power to all-wheel drive, allowing it to reach a top speed of 160 km/h. A new ally for American law enforcement that will make life harder for criminals on the road and off it.