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2012 Ford Super Duty F-450 Pros
For 2011, Ford has taken its F-250 (three-quarter-ton), F-350 Super Duty (one-ton), and F-450 pickups and infused them with even more of the things owners hold in high regard-namely powerplants. Super Duty trucks are ideal for towing and hauling, and a host of new features such as Hill Ascent and Hill Descent Control, make the task even easier, while giving drivers added piece of mind.

2012 Ford Super Duty F-450 Model Highlights
Ford has always offered its pickups in an array of configurations to suit every taste, need and budget, and the 2011 Super Duty trucks carry that thinking forward with three cab styles-regular, SuperCab and Crew Cab-and two bed lengths. The Super Duty utilizes a fully boxed front frame section, and Ford claims to use the thickest-gauge steel of any pickup in its frame. Just two engines power the range for 2011, but they are impressive. An all-new 6.2-liter V8 delivers significantly more power and torque than the 5.4 it replaces, while an all-new 6.7-liter turbocharged Power Stroke diesel-built completely in-house by Ford-easily trumps the 6.4 diesel of years past. Both engines offer increased efficiency as well, and both are mated to an all-new 6R140 heavy-duty TorqShift 6-speed automatic transmission, which features SelectShift capability and several enhanced customer-driven features, such as Progressive Range Select and Tow Haul capability. The Progressive Range Select allows a driver to easily reduce the range of gears while in drive. When the customer "taps" down into Range Select Mode by pressing the toggle switch on the shift lever, the display shows the gears available for the transmission to shift to, and also continuously updates the current transmission gear. Tow Haul increases control when towing by downshifting automatically based on brake pressure, and in diesel models, the engine automatically increases exhaust back pressure to help slow the truck and trailer. All versions of the Super Duty trucks can be specified with 4-wheel drive, and all come in XL, XLT and Lariat trims, with major differences found in seating configurations and surfaces, convenience items such as cruise control and power windows and locks, and sound systems. Technology plays a big part inside the new trucks, not just under the hood. Standard and available goodies include the following: Ford Work Solutions, which features an in-dash computer; Tool Link, which uses remote-frequency ID tags to keep track of valuable tools, an auxiliary audio input jack, voice-activated SYNC to access traffic, directions, entertainment, voice-activated navigation system with touch-screen display, rearview camera and much more.

2012 Ford Super Duty F-450 Model News
Ford's Super Duty F-Series trucks are refined and refreshed for 2011, with an emphasis placed squarely on power. The front end is bigger and bolder in its design, including the grille, which boasts a Blue Oval emblem more than a foot across. The hood has also been reconfigured to make room for two newly available engines-a 6.2-liter gasoline V8 and a "Scorpion" 6.7-liter Power Stroke turbocharged diesel-each of which boasts more power than its predecessors. Both are mated to an all-new 6-speed automatic transmission. Inside, the Super Duty has a new flow-through console, which begins at the instrument panel and stretches to the back seat in models so equipped, and it features an array of customizable storage options. Added features to aid in towing are Hill Start Assist, which prevents rollback and Hill Ascent and Hill Descent Control, which regulate the brakes and throttle while to provide more control in up-and-down terrarin. And an electronic locking differential provides maximum traction. Side air bags and air curtains are optional and a new 4.2-inch LCD screen displays information on specific features such as Trailer Brake Control and Tow Haul.

2012 Ford Super Duty F-450 Value Writeup
Array of powerful gas and diesel engines; excellent towing and hauling capability; largest storage capacity in its class; standout convenience features.

2012 Ford Super Duty F-450 Exterior

  • (7) LT245/75R17E all-season BSW tires
  • 17" forged polished aluminum wheels -inc: King Ranch bright hub covers & center ornaments
  • Accent color bodyside moldings
  • Accent color box top & tailgate moldings
  • Accent color front bumper
  • Accent color rear bumper w/step pad
  • Accent color wheel lip moldings
  • Autolamp/rainlamp dual beam halogen headlamps
  • Body-color door handles
  • Body-color grille w/chrome insert
  • Body-color mirror caps
  • Fog lamps
  • Front fender vents
  • Front/rear license plate brackets
  • Full-size spare tire w/lock & carrier
  • Interval windshield wipers
  • King Ranch fender badges
  • Painted 6" angular lighted running boards
  • Pickup box/cargo lights
  • PowerScope heated pwr telescoping & folding trailer tow mirrors -inc: turn signals, integrated clearance lights, heated convex spotter mirror, memory
  • Pwr sliding rear window
  • Rear privacy glass
  • Removable locking tailgate w/black handle & TailGate Assist
  • Roof clearance lights
  • Solar tinted glass
  • Underhood service light

2012 Ford Super Duty F-450 Safety

  • 4-wheel anti-lock braking system (ABS)
  • BeltMinder seatbelt-not-buckled chime & flashing warning light
  • Child seat tethers on all rear passenger seats
  • Color-keyed safety belts w/front seat outboard height adjustable D-rings
  • Driver & front passenger airbags
  • Driver & front passenger side air bag/curtain
  • Engine-only traction control (EOTC)
  • Hill start assist control
  • Rear door child safety locks
  • Rear view camera -inc: electrochromic rear view mirror w/video
  • Reverse vehicle aid sensor
  • SOS post crash alert system
  • Tire pressure monitoring system
  • Trailer sway control

2012 Ford Super Duty F-450 Paint

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2012 Ford Super Duty F-450 Transmission
Clutch Size (in) 
DrivetrainFour Wheel Drive
Fifth Gear Ratio (:1)0.86
First Gear Ratio (:1)3.97
Fourth Gear Ratio (:1)1.15
Reverse Ratio (:1)3.13
Second Gear Ratio (:1)2.32
Sixth Gear Ratio (:1)0.67
Third Gear Ratio (:1)1.52
Trans Description Cont.Automatic
Trans Description Cont. Again 
Trans Order Code44W
Trans Power Take Off 
Trans Power Take OffYes
Trans PTO Access 
Trans PTO AccessLH Side
Trans Type6
Transfer Case Gear Ratio (:1), High1.00
Transfer Case Gear Ratio (:1), Low2.72
Transfer Case ModelNew Venture 273
Transfer Case Power Take Off 

2012 Ford Super Duty F-450 Weight Information
Curb Weight - Front (lbs)4758
Curb Weight - Rear (lbs)3412
Gross Axle Wt Rating - Front (lbs)6000
Gross Axle Wt Rating - Rear (lbs)9000
Gross Combined Wt Rating (lbs)33000
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating Cap (lbs)13300

2012 Ford Super Duty F-450 Cooling System
Total Cooling System Capacity (qts)38.9

2012 Ford Super Duty F-450 Engine
Displacement6.7L/406
Engine Oil CoolerYes
Engine Order Code99T
Engine TypeTurbocharged Diesel V8
Fuel SystemDirect Injection
SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM400 @ 2800
SAE Net Torque @ RPM800@ 1600

2012 Ford Super Duty F-450 Suspension
Axle Capacity - Front (lbs)6000
Axle Capacity - Rear (lbs)9500
Axle Ratio (:1) - Front4.30
Axle Ratio (:1) - Rear4.30
Axle Type - FrontDana Monobeam
Axle Type - RearFull-Floating
Shock Absorber Diameter - Front (mm)35.1
Shock Absorber Diameter - Rear (mm)35.1
Spring Capacity - Front (lbs)6000
Spring Capacity - Rear (lbs)9000
Stabilizer Bar Diameter - Front (in)1.26
Stabilizer Bar Diameter - Rear (in)0.87
Suspension Type - FrontTwin Coil
Suspension Type - RearLeaf Spring

2012 Ford Super Duty F-450 Electrical
Cold Cranking Amps @ 0? F (2nd)750
Cold Cranking Amps @ 0? F (Primary)750
Maximum Alternator Capacity (amps)157
Maximum Alternator Capacity (amps)200
Maximum Alternator Capacity (amps)357
Maximum Alternator Watts- TBD -
Maximum Alternator Watts2100

2012 Ford Super Duty F-450 Brakes
Brake ABS System4-Wheel
Brake ABS System (Second Line) 
Brake TypePwr
Disc - Front (Yes or )Yes
Disc - Rear (Yes or )Yes
Drum - Rear (Yes or ) 
Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in)14.5 x 0.6
Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in)15.4 x 0.5
Rear Drum Diam x Width (in) 

2012 Ford Super Duty F-450 Mileage
EPA Fuel Economy Est - City (MPG) 
EPA Fuel Economy Est - Hwy (MPG) 

2012 Ford Super Duty F-450 Warranty

Basic:3 Years/36,000 Miles/km Corrosion:5 Years/Unlimited Miles/km Emissions:5 Years/50,000 Miles/km