The Multi-Tasking Business & Pleasure Light Duty Trucks

In today's world, "one size fits all" just doesn’t “fit” anymore - especially when it comes to trucks.
Over time, trucks have become bigger and stronger. For example, a "half-ton" pickup truck by today's standards is really capable of carrying more than a ton.
These weights are nominal ratings and are currently only used to describe the general size of a pickup - not its weight-carrying capacity.

Many different cab styles, designed to accommodate anywhere from 2 to 6 passengers and a wide variety of box lengths for your cargo-carrying needs, as well as more comfort and convenience.

The light duty truck these days maximize performance and is packed with all the traditional tough-truck capability you need for your most demanding jobs.
Standard 4-wheel-disc brake systems with ABS and electronic brakeforce distribution (EBD) technology automatically optimizes front and rear brake pressure, helping stop braking distances.

 

The Ford F-Series Line (Ranger; Regular Cab; Super Cab; Super Crew; Crew Cab)

The F-150 delivers all of the traditional tough-truck power and performance you expect from a Ford truck.
High cargo boxes give you more room for bulky loads and loading is easier with the exclusive Lift Assist feature, that makes it seem like the tailgate is half of its actual weight when opening or closing.
Regular Cab XL, STX and XLT models come with a new standard 4.2L V6 engine - resulting in 260 lb.-ft. of torque for hauling big loads with ease and has been engineered to stand up to rugged off-road challenges. The FX4 model features standard Electronic Shift-on-the-Fly 4-wheel drive.
Available 4.6L and 5.4L Ford Triton® V8 engines are engineered for heavy hauling; 5.4L features 3 valves per cylinder and variable cam timing.

The F-250 and F-350 Super Duty pickups are equipped with more Ford Triton® V8 and V10 gasoline engine power, higher payload ratings and GVWRs, as well as more comfort and convenience. F-350, F-450 and F-550 Super Duty chassis cabs are available with GVWRs up to 8618 kg (19,000 lb.) for those really big jobs.
New 3-valves-per-cylinder technology increases power and reduces noise on the available Ford Triton® V8 and V10 gasoline engines; optional 6.0L Ford Power Stroke™ turbo diesel V8 is rated at 325 horsepower and a formidable 570 lb.-ft. of torque delivers top-of-the-line hauling power
Choose between the 5.4L Ford Triton® V8 or the 6.8L Ford Triton® V10 (rated the most powerful in its class) - both with new three-valves-per-cylinder architecture for enhanced power; or the smooth-running Ford Power Stroke™ turbo diesel V8, with an impressive 570 lb.-ft. of torque
Improved 4-wheel-disc brake system with ABS provides smoother, quieter and more efficient braking under all kinds of loads
Optional King Ranch Package (available on F-250 and F-350 Crew Cab Lariat) features a unique colour-keyed exterior and a beautifully upgraded cab, accented by quad captain's chairs wrapped in rich, saddle-style Castano Brown leather

The Chevrolet/GMC Pickup Line (Canyon; Silverado; Sierra 1500/2500)

The Silverado/Sierra 1500 offers Regular, Extended and Half-Ton Crew Cab configurations. Available models include: Base with Work Truck Package, Base, LS, Z71 and LT. Vortec 4300 V6 engine or Vortec 4800 V8 engine (Regular and Extended Cab), Four-wheel ABS with Dynamic Rear Proportioning, Vinyl seat trim with 40/20/40 split-bench front seat.
They also come equipped with Air conditioning with dual-zone temperature controls, Auxiliary power outlets, PASSlock theft-deterrent system, Remote Keyless Entry, Skid Plate Package
46mm shock absorbers, Off-road jounce bumpers and stabilizer bars, High-capacity air cleaner; Heavy-duty locking rear differential
OnStar with one-year Safe & Sound Plan(1)
Power 10-way driver seat with memory feature
Steering wheel-mounted audio and Driver Information Center controls
Autotrac 4x4 system (4x4 models)
Custom Cloth seat trim
Power door locks, windows and mirrors
Remote Keyless Entry
Auto-dimming inside rearview mirror (with eight-point compass and outside temperature indicator)
Leather-wrapped steering wheel

Available on Regular and Extended Cab
Vortec 4300 V6 engine (Regular and Extended Cab)
Four-wheel ABS with Dynamic Rear Proportioning
Driver Information Center
AM/FM stereo with four speakers
Vinyl seat trim with 40/20/40 split-bench front seat
Air conditioning with dual-zone temperature controls
Auxiliary power outlets
PASSlock theft-deterrent system
Tilt-Wheel adjustable steering column
Painted rear step-bumper
17-inch silver-painted wheels

Business & Pleasure

WHAT ARE YOU CARRYING?
Before you can choose the right one, you have to decide what you'll be using it for:
• How many passengers will you be carrying?
• What kind of cargo will you be hauling on a regular basis? And its weight?
• Are you going to be trailering? And what's the weight of your loaded trailer?

When it comes to choosing drive type, you've got two choices: Two-Wheel Drive or Four-Wheel Drive.
These refer to the number of wheels that are putting power down on the ground. It's important to understand the basics along with the advantages and disadvantages of each type.

TWO-WHEEL DRIVE (2WD)
2WD can be either Front-Wheel Drive or Rear-Wheel Drive depending on which axle is driven. All pickup trucks use a rear-wheel system.
The primary advantages of 2WD over 4WD are:
• Lower purchase price
• Lower Curb Weight (the truck itself weighs less, so can carry more payload)
• Lower maintenance costs (fewer powertrain parts)
• Lower fuel consumption
Front-Wheel Drive provides a compact powertrain design, which helps maximize passenger and cargo room. It also provides good drive traction, since the weight of the powertrain is carried primarily by the driving wheels.
Rear-Wheel Drive is typically a stronger, more robust system with easier-to-service individual components, and better hauling and trailering capability. Drive-wheel traction can be improved with the addition of an optional Locking Differential.
FOUR-WHEEL DRIVE (4WD)
Within the truck industry the term 4x4 is used when referring to a system with a driver-controlled part-time four-wheel-drive transfer case, while All-Wheel Drive (AWD) is used to describe a full-time or automatically controlled system. Most pickup trucks use a part-time 4x4 system that sends power only to the rear wheels in normal operation when 4-wheel drive is not engaged.
Having the ability to drive all four wheels improves traction on slippery or off-road conditions. This can be a real advantage when pulling a boat out of the water up a slippery boat ramp, for example. But it will cost you somewhat more in fuel.