2012 Ford F-150 King Ranch – The King of the Road

Sitting near the top end of Ford’s F-150 3-ton pickup range, the 2012 F-150 King Ranch, named after a huge King ranch in Texas, is aimed at ranchers, contractors, or just regular pickup drivers who want or need more than just a basic truck and are prepared to pay almost twice as much as the XL base model for a truck that comes with a load more standard features, better styling and a standard SuperCrew 4-door cab.

 

 

 

2012 Ford F-150 King Ranch Powertrain

Running an all-aluminum 5.0L V8 rated at 360hp or an optional 365 hp 3.5L turbo V6 EcoBoost engine for more horsepower and 420ft-lb of torque, the King Ranch actually weighs in at just over 2.8 tons but can carry between a half ton and a ton of payload depending on whether the buyer chooses the standard 5 1/2′ or the optional 6 1/2′ tray.

2012 Ford F-150 King Ranch Features and Options

There’s a long list of standard features that make this comfortable yet extremely useful vehicle much more than just a workhorse: Remote Start system, Dual-zone Electronic Automatic Temperature Control (DEATC) which allows individual control of heating/cooling for both driver and front passenger, cruise control, rear view camera, universal garage door opener, power-adjustable pedals, heated and cooled power front seats, 110-volt inverter, front and rear power points, 6-disc CD changer, steering wheel-mounted audio controls, Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS), trip computer, reverse sensing system, Chaparral leather-trimmed steering wheel and front bucket seats, 4.2î LCD Productivity Screen, Sirius Satellite Radio, SYNC in-car connectivity system, and the list goes on and on. This is a high-spec vehicle for the pickup enthusiast who just has to have (almost) everything.

But then there are the options: Ford Work Solutions Cable Lock system for securing the truck bed and its contents, tailgate step, box side steps, skid plates, stowable bed extender, power moonroof, navigation system, electronic locking rear differential, 36-gallon fuel tank, 20-inch wheels and more. To get the more high-spec features such as sat-nav and moonroof as standard you can always upgrade to the Platinum or Harley Davidson model, but many of the exterior options would not be useful to the average pickup owner so haven’t been included by Ford as standard as they are more applicable to contractors or off-road enthusiasts.

The only thing you can’t get in the King Ranch is the 6.2L V8 available on the more expensive models, but for King Ranch buyers this isn’t going to be an issue as that extra power comes with a price, and the 5.0L and EcoBoost engines provide more than adequate power for work or personal use. It’s really only off-road enthusiasts who are going to want to pay the extra up-front cost and higher fuel bill that comes with the bigger V8.

2012 Ford F-150 King Ranch – A Smart Choice

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2012 Ford F-150 King Ranch – Utility Plus Luxury Deluxe

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Are you a  discriminating truck prospect who wants Luxury and Utility? Then go check out the 2012 Ford F150 King Ranch.  Th 2012 King Ran is full-size pickup truck that will get you plenty of oomph for your valuable bucks. In addition you will not have to  compromise on a pleasant driving experience. The 2012 Ford -150 King Ranch is a luxury pick up at its finest.   The engineering and design people at Ford have come up with another market-leading product that is both practical and pleasurable to drive.

How To Shop for and Locate a Well Equipped King Ranch

The 2012 Ford F-150 King Ranch is as distinctive as its iconic namesake – and comes with exclusive branding and leather details fitting for any cowboy, urban of otherwise.  If you’re looking for a truck with luxurious amenities that can still get the job done, you need not look further.

Like all F-150s this truck can carry a bigger load than any other competitor in its class and it can also tow heavier trailers than any other pickup in this class, with a maximum towing capacity of an incredible 8,300 lbs.

Inside the  2012 Ford F-150 King Ranch

The 2012 Ford F-150 King Ranch is fitted with a 4.2” easy read LCD Productivity screen. The screen provides valuable fuel economy, towing and off-road data and is accessed using controls on the steering wheel. To keep you comfortable in all conditions, the cab is air-conditioned and the front seats, which are 10-way electrically adjustable, are heated and cooled.

The Latest Technology in the 2012 Ford F-150 King Ranch

The truck is supplied with a standard fully automatic transmission with overdrive that is designed for maximum power, load and fuel efficiency, being electrically controlled and with 6 speed selections. It also comes with standard electrically powered steering assist and adjustable tilt steering column.

Using only the latest technology, the automatic transmission and power steering systems contribute to reduction in fuel usage and carbon emissions.

The transmission has a selectable tow/haul mode designed to improve fuel efficiency when towing in hilly conditions. When this mode is selected, it reduces gear hunting, compensates for loads and gradient, and provides engine braking on descents.

The 2012 Ford F-150 King Ranch with Trailer Sway Control

Fitted with Ford’s AdvanceTrac® Roll Stability Control (RSC) system combined with a Trailer Sway Control, the truck has sensing technology that makes towing trailers a breeze even at speed in the worst conditions. This system works to keep the truck driving the trailer and not the other way round.

It is completely automatic and makes adjustments to bring a trailer that’s developing a sway under control long before loss of control can become a safety issue.

The 2012 Ford F-150 King Ranch is fitted with Ford’s Trailer Brake Controller system as standard. This synchronizes the truck’s braking with the trailer’s. All of which means even those drivers with no towing experience should have no trouble using the King Ranch.

The entry level 2012 Ford F-150 King Ranch pickup’s engine is a front-mounted 3.7 liter Duratec V6, 24 valve model with Twin Independent – Variable Cam Timing, giving 302 horsepower at 6500 rpm and torque of 278 lb-ft at 4,000 rpm.

Lighter Weight Alloy for the Engine Block

The engine block and cylinders are made of lighter weight alloy and the fuel system can run on a mixture of gas and up to 80% ethanol or on pure gas with slightly better mpg. There are also 5 liter and 6.2 liter versions available as well as Ford’s Ecoboost engine with direct injection system and twin turbo charging for maximizing fuel efficiency without sacrificing power.

The truck is built around an advanced hydroformed, high-strength steel safety cage with further hydroformed tubes at the front designed specifically to absorb impacts. There are six airbags in place to withstand front and side impacts. This pickup is yet another great example of why Ford wins so many awards for their trucks and why F-Series has been the best selling truck in America for 35-straight years.

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