Ranger Super Duty Confirmed for 2026

[prydey]

Originally Posted by roKWiz

Seems to be regular chicken little stories in every Owner Driver magazine for quite some time.
Just a drive down the Hume and Pacific will usually confirm this.
National Road Transport association have been calling on some form of licence upgrades for years.

Not to mention all these stories that regularly pop up.
https://www.drive.com.au/news/calls-...y-boom-report/

Also hasn't been helpful with some "camping" at truck stops.

I'm more than happy to get some kind of endorsement listed on my licence. That's a completely separate topic.

As for stories, everyone has them. They aren't limited to one minority group.

This thread is about the RSD. A manufacturer providing a heavy duty option from factory. Haters gonna hate.

[roKWiz]

Originally Posted by prydey

I'm more than happy to get some kind of endorsement listed on my licence. That's a completely separate topic.

As for stories, everyone has them. They aren't limited to one minority group.

This thread is about the RSD. A manufacturer providing a heavy duty option from factory. Haters gonna hate.

Sounding like a youtuber.
Pretty sure the last time I looked, the transport industry wasn't a minority group.

Heavy Duty....... buy a real truck.

[kypez]

Is this vehicle a sign that Ford aren't happy with the F150 program and might be stopping it if the SD kicks off? Our current 150 was updated almost 2 years ago now.

[roKWiz]

Originally Posted by kypez

Is this vehicle a sign that Ford aren't happy with the F150 program and might be stopping it if the SD kicks off? Our current 150 was updated almost 2 years ago now.

Think they need the F series 150, 250, 350 to compete with the RAM's, GM and Tundra.

See a few Tundra's getting around in the country towing floats etc.

[Dr Smith]

Originally Posted by kypez

Is this vehicle a sign that Ford aren't happy with the F150 program and might be stopping it if the SD kicks off? Our current 150 was updated almost 2 years ago now.

I think it's more about tapping into a market that even the F-150 isn't aimed at...plus an F-150 still gives you massive interior space and if they offered the higher grade specs a more luxury car offering

I think an F-250 would be a closer competitor to the RSD if it was sold here but at over double the price.

[jpd80]

Originally Posted by Dr Smith

I think it's more about tapping into a market that even the F-150 isn't aimed at...plus an F-150 still gives you massive interior space and if they offered the higher grade specs a more luxury car offering

I think an F-250 would be a closer competitor to the RSD if it was sold here but at over double the price.

Yep, I think 7.3 petrol and 6.7 diesel F250s would be more in buyers wheelhouse.

[Travesty]

Originally Posted by jpd80

Yep, I think 7.3 petrol and 6.7 diesel F250s would be more in buyers wheelhouse.

If they were factory RHD, then yes those become viable options.

However as they need to be converted, everyone will have their hand out for their tribute in the process and would mean they cosrt $300k minimum. That's assuming RMA do the work.

[DFB FGXR6]

Originally Posted by prydey

I'm more than happy to get some kind of endorsement listed on my licence. That's a completely separate topic.

As for stories, everyone has them. They aren't limited to one minority group.

This thread is about the RSD. A manufacturer providing a heavy duty option from factory. Haters gonna hate.

I don't think anyone is hating on the Ranger Super Duty or caravanner's.............at least not from me anyway. I'd happily buy a Super Duty.

It's just that this vehicle is taking tow and load capacity well beyond what a standard Ranger (or similar) can do, but without having to buy an uncomfortable Isuzu truck. And it's that approachability compared to a truck that is going to put the Super Duty in box seat for those wanting to tow a larger/heavier van. And its then were we wonder if it's appropriate for a non-professional driver with no previous experience is capable of safely piloting such a combination.

Of course, you won't become capable of doing this without starting somewhere, but I think there at least needs to be some sort of regulation in regard to this. Even if it's like getting a boat license, if nothing more to provide some basic towing and weight distribution education.

I stress, I'm not saying don't tow a heavy caravan. I'm not hating on anyone that does. I am saying its rather irresponsible to not have appropriate measures in place. We put restrictions on new P-plate drivers, both in passenger carrying limits, as well as power to weight limits.

[Itsme]

Originally Posted by DFB FGXR6

I don't think anyone is hating on the Ranger Super Duty or caravanner's.............at least not from me anyway. I'd happily buy a Super Duty.

It's just that this vehicle is taking tow and load capacity well beyond what a standard Ranger (or similar) can do, but without having to buy an uncomfortable Isuzu truck. And it's that approachability compared to a truck that is going to put the Super Duty in box seat for those wanting to tow a larger/heavier van. And its then were we wonder if it's appropriate for a non-professional driver with no previous experience is capable of safely piloting such a combination.

Of course, you won't become capable of doing this without starting somewhere, but I think there at least needs to be some sort of regulation in regard to this. Even if it's like getting a boat license, if nothing more to provide some basic towing and weight distribution education.

I stress, I'm not saying don't tow a heavy caravan. I'm not hating on anyone that does. I am saying its rather irresponsible to not have appropriate measures in place. We put restrictions on new P-plate drivers, both in passenger carrying limits, as well as power to weight limits.

As you stated this topic is about Ranger Super Duty and its capabilities, but if you do read through the topic there is some members stereotyping certain people and it does certainly come across as hatred.
Why can't people assume whoever buys the SDR will use it legally & appropriately as to its design & intentions.
TBH I'm sick of seeing some good topics going to s*** because some f***heads can't help themselves by throwing in some of their bigoted views of others.

End of rant and maybe one day I might visit this forum again as I'm out of here.

[prydey]

Originally Posted by DFB FGXR6

I don't think anyone is hating on the Ranger Super Duty or caravanner's.............at least not from me anyway. I'd happily buy a Super Duty.

It's just that this vehicle is taking tow and load capacity well beyond what a standard Ranger (or similar) can do, but without having to buy an uncomfortable Isuzu truck. And it's that approachability compared to a truck that is going to put the Super Duty in box seat for those wanting to tow a larger/heavier van. And its then were we wonder if it's appropriate for a non-professional driver with no previous experience is capable of safely piloting such a combination.

Of course, you won't become capable of doing this without starting somewhere, but I think there at least needs to be some sort of regulation in regard to this. Even if it's like getting a boat license, if nothing more to provide some basic towing and weight distribution education.

I stress, I'm not saying don't tow a heavy caravan. I'm not hating on anyone that does. I am saying its rather irresponsible to not have appropriate measures in place. We put restrictions on new P-plate drivers, both in passenger carrying limits, as well as power to weight limits.

I totally get the argument you are making but that is a separate topic. You can't say a manufacturer shouldn't bring a product to market just because of a hypothetical situation.

When 3.5t tow capacity started to become mainstream these exact same arguments were put forward. History shows that very few first time towers go straight to the big car and big van. 3.5t ATM vans aren't a majority and most that own the big vans have been towing for many years.

Is there caravanners out there that have no idea about load placement and weight distribution? Absolutely, but those people will exist regardless of what car or van they buy. It really is a totally separate discussion. It's the same as suggesting those driving cars over a certain power/weight should need a special licence. If I had the money I could buy a Lamborghini tomorrow with no prior experience. The hypothetical situation that could arise is no different. The reality is, these situations rarely eventuate.

I personally am applauding this direction by ford. Whether it works for them will depend on how they price it.

[Captain Stubing]

In view of all the stereotyping, speculation, and facts on a vehicle that hasn't been released yet, after 5 months, I'm closing this thread, until the vehicle is released.
For those wishing to vent about part time caravaners and those who don't have a clue, too bad. By 2026 when the RSD is released, I'll be on pre-retirement leave, and probably will have less time to read the vitriole, maybe.
Unless PG2 convinces me otherwise.


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