U.S. car manufacturers, Ford's car earlier this year showed the latest generation Ford Ranger. This car is a car that will go to Indonesia in 2012. we will know some of the hallmarks of the car.
All-terrain car made its debut in Thailand at the beginning of this year and has also been shown in Indonesia at the Indonesia International Motor Show this summer.
Designed and developed by a global team based in Australia, the new Ranger platform utilizing Ford's global assets, especially the powerful machines that are proven in use in commercial vehicles are tougher and six-speed transmission fuel-efficient. Design and product development teams also have full access to the capabilities, testing facilities and a global understanding of the pickup truck across the Ford organization.
Cooperation is an important factor in the development of the all-new Ranger. Good engine, gearbox, chassis, suspension, steering system, brakes, chassis, exterior metal plates, and vehicle interior, new everything. The list continues with new features for safety and passenger comfort.
When you see her, Ranger will be offered in three types namely cabin Double, and Single Super along with a long series of practical features that are available in three series of options for consumers. The third type is the terlega cabins in its segment. Two types of body and chassis will be offered Cab Pickup.
Compact pickup is also available in 4x2 and 4x4 drivetrain and ride height where the two Hi-Rider 4x2 uses the same framework with the 4x4 model.
"Ranger is totally new," said Jim Baumbick, Engineering Director, Product Development, Ford Asia Pacific and Africa in a statement that can detikOto on Monday (9/27/2011).
"Development of a Ranger from zero is the fascinating opportunities that allow us to closely measure what is done by our competitors, listen to what customers want trucks worldwide, and created a vehicle that meets all expectations, even more," he added.
By leveraging global economies of scale, the new Ranger is produced using a single platform that is very strong. This pickup will be manufactured on three continents and sold in 180 countries, making it one of Ford products the most widely spread all over the world.
Mass production has started in Thailand for markets in the Asia Pacific region, including Australia. This production will be followed by a new production facility in South Africa updated later this year, which will produce Ranger for domestic and European markets, including emerging markets in Africa. Next in order of launch, Argentina will produce Ranger to South America.
Radiant energy and confidence in the force by the designers referred to as the "21st Century Tough", the Ranger is slender but muscular displays short overhangs with a three bar grille on the front, characteristic of Ford's global truck design.
The windshield is tilted backwards to produce a silhouette of a more sporty and dynamic, while the form of traditional truck boxes have been re-sculpted to produce vehicles that look more modern and aerodynamic. Headlights, rearview mirror and lip larger wheels giving an integrated look at all the variants at the same time contributed to the horses that are aggressive and sporty.
The designers also significantly raised beltline, along with the rails on the cargo tanks, resulting in the existence of a substantive Ranger on the road while increasing the functionality of the vehicle with cargo tanks deeper. Regular Cab and Super Cab has a tub volume of the largest in its class at 1.82 and 1.45 cubic meters cubic meters respectively, while the Double Cab's volume includes a large tub at 1.21 cubic meters.
With a length of 5359 millimeters and width of 1850 millimeters, the new Ranger look bigger than the previous generation. Ranger still easy to maneuver in the narrow city streets and at the park for responsive steering system that requires no more than 3.5 turns the wheel from side to side.
On the inside all-new Ranger offers a contemporary look and feel with features and amenities usually found in passenger cars. Brave new interior surface finishes of material gain that will withstand the demands of the use of a great deal as well as providing long-lasting quality appearance.
Pillar B on the Double Cab has also been promoted, resulting in leg and knee room terlapang in its class. Three adult passengers can fit easily into the Double Cab's second row, while two men with a height of 180 cm can sit comfortably in the front row behind.
By maximizing the use of the interior is roomy, Ranger Double Cab presents more than 20 locations in the cabin - more practical storage space than its competitors. Container in the center console in its class is the largest container-sized 8.5-liter and, in the model XLT and Wildtrak, can keep up to six cans of drinks stay cold through the air flow coming from the air-conditioner.
A glove box big enough to hold laptop 16 inches, while in the door pocket can hold 1.5 liter sized water bottles. Enough storage space for cell phones and other small items can be found in the console and place that is easy to reach the rider. Under the back seat, hidden storage area convenient to the equipment readily accessible.
Ready to become a leader in innovation, the new Ranger is equipped with smart technology that makes this pickup easier, safer and more enjoyable to drive.
Integration of Bluetooth, USB and iPod and voice control to control the radio, CD, iPod, USB, and cell phones have now become standard on all models. Similarly, cruise control is standard equipment in all settings. Dual-zone climate control fitted in all models and Wildtrak XLT, 4x4 and Wildtrak the top of the circuit is equipped with five-inch color screen with satellite navigation and rear parking camera.
While the all-new kitchen runway Ranger was created to provide a combination of power and torque as well as fuel savings to consumers exceptional. There are three new machine suitable for every need and budget.
Five-cylinder diesel engine 3.2-liter Duratorq TDCi new Ranger led the way with 470 Nm of torque and 147 kW power is great. Fuel consumption in combined cycle is one of the leaders in its class, ranging from 8.4 l/100 km on the 4x2 variant to 9.6 l/100 km on the model Wildtrak teratas3 4x4.
For those who want a machine with a smaller volume, four-cylinder diesel engine 2.2-liter Duratorq TDCi produces just 375 Nm peak torque output and power output of 110 kW. When paired with the Single Cab 4x2, 2.2-liter engine consumes only 7.6 l/100 km in combined cycle3, which makes this machine one of the most fuel efficient in its segment.
Four-cylinder gasoline engine Ford Duratec 2.5-liter has been upgraded and now produces 226 Nm of torque and 122 kW power is extraordinary. Berpenggerak two-wheel models consume only 9.8 l/100 km in combined cycle3.
Fuel consumption figures of this extraordinary model provides several all-new Ranger is fitted with fuel tank capacity of 80 liters - mileage over 1,000 miles by using only one tank of diesel fuel.
For the first time, Ranger diesel model is presented with a six-speed manual transmission or six-speed automatic that produces a decrease engine rpm and extend its reach in the long journey on the highway or city traffic. It also makes the Ranger pickup first in its class equipped with six-speed automatic transmission. Petrol-engined models have a standard five-speed manual transmission.
"Our new engine range reflects our commitment to making the right choice for consumers Ranger pickup today," said Gary Boes, Vehicle Line Director for Ford's new compact truck platform. "We know they want the power and torque are bigger, and we give it - at the same time increasing fuel economy and reduced emissions."
With specs like that all-new Ranger is designed and tested to ensure it can meet the challenge even the most severe. His ability to draw, load, across the water, and the climb was amazing.
In fact, the ability of the Ranger in attracting and across the water among the best in its segment. Ranger has the ability to attract up to 3350 pounds (only on models Hi-Rider 4x2 and 4x4 are equipped TDCi).
While the model Hi-Rider 4x4 and 4x2 have the ability to cross the water to a depth of 800 millimeters, even with a full load. Ranger also has a payload capacity of 1528 kilograms outstanding on Hi-Rider Double Cab Chassis TDCi 4x2 equipped with 2.2, and the ground clearance of up to 237 millimeters amazing (on the model of Hi-Rider 4x4 and 4x2).
For those who want to try off-road track, off-road capability is superior Ranger 4x4 front differential has been upgraded with a new compact, the new rear axle has been upgraded, and a lower ratio overall. Robust transfer case is electronically controlled - in both manual and automatic transmissions - allows drivers to shift from 4x2 to 4x4 at any time quickly through an electronic switch located on the center console.
To give greater confidence to the driver when driving off-road, the Ranger is equipped with standard Traction Control System that maintains vehicle stability by maximizing traction at each wheel that moves.
In contrast to the limited slip differential, the Ranger can reduce the level of engine torque to the exact amount that can be passed on to the ground through the wheel well brake the spinning wheel completely, the funnel all the available engine torque to the wheels that have the greatest grip.
For motorists who will be driving on slippery roads or roads that can lead to difficult one wheel lifted off the ground, Ranger provides additional traction control with electronic locking rear differential (available on selected models) where the two wheels connected with a strong ability to generate large traction.
Even with one wheel lifted off the ground, full of drive torque is transmitted to the wheels that still gripped the land. This is especially useful if one of the rear wheels lose traction completely because it is in ice, mud or suspended in the air.
Ranger also has gone through extreme testing around the world to ensure that the Ranger can withstand temperatures and harsh conditions. Tested in Australia, Dubai, Thailand, North America, Brazil, Sweden and South Africa, the Rangers have to face extreme heat and cold, rainy seasons, the plateau and the rushing river, arid desert and potholes.
Ranger has listed prototype testing on the road along more than one million kilometers plus the amount of time a thorough testing in the laboratory that are not counted.
"The ability of a tough Ranger was deliberately designed and implemented thoroughly on this pickup," said Baumbick. "We want to provide a tough truck to consumers, who can really count on them either when crossing deep water and challenging terrain. Ranger course will be a reliable friend by them when driving on or off road. "
The same level of accuracy make Ranger stand out and apart from the competition with all-new chassis that provides more capabilities and silence as in passenger cars, a decrease in the use of steering effort, more precise handling and increased stability on-road when compared to its predecessor.
At the front, the overall fitted new suspension. Suspension strut coil-over new-wishbone design allows adjustment up and down the better. Suspension settings, although the same model berpenggerak two and four wheels, has a unique ability and has been adapted to the valve spring dampers and power levels on all models to compensate for the weight, center of gravity, the distribution of engine torque and drive.
By providing a more precise steering control to the driver, steering system rack-and-pinion new Ranger has been carefully tailored for on-road ride, responsive and maneuverability at low speeds.
Ranger has a cabin silence reliable, attributes that are not often associated with pickup trucks. Ranging from better insulation and more rigid door to the use of sound dampening material on the doors, roof and body, Ranger introduces high-level improvements in noise, vibration and roughness (noise, vibration and harshness / NVH).
This car is also equipped with Dynamic Stability Control (DSC), which uses sophisticated sensors to continuously monitor the path of the vehicle and compare it with the path you want to go motorists, as indicated by the steering wheel.
Another new control feature on the Ranger are also integrated into the DSC that enhance vehicle stability and control: Hill Descent Control that will help motorists when down the sharp incline and Hill Launch Assist that help riders advance the vehicle on a sharp incline after quitting.
Then there is the Trailer Sway Control that provides stability control when pulling trailers, Load Adaptive Control, Stability of optimal-laden vehicle, Emergency Brake Assist provides additional brake pressure when stopped suddenly, Emergency Brake Light that signal to other motorists by turning on
indicator when the vehicle suddenly braking and Roll-Over Mitigation which helps prevent the vehicle rolled
Ranger also provide a new passive safety technologies through a series of airbags depending on availability and model. On the side window airbags available on all variants for the first time.
Airbag is out of the headliner to provide a protective cushion for the head of vehicle users who sit on the side in the event of side impact and windows are designed to protect users in the second row by covering the top and glass structure of the column A to column C.
Side thorax airbags are also available with a new design that came out of the driver seat and front passenger (only bucket seats; not available in the front seat), further reducing the impact and collision forces experienced by passengers in the front seat. New front impact airbag restraint available for the rider and passenger, along with load limiters and pretensioners on the seatbelts.
"Ranger is designed, engineered and manufactured to lead its segment. Pickup is a reliable, comfortable, powerful, fuel efficient, safe - and a pickup that boasts to have at once reassuring to drive, "he concluded.
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