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2018 Ford F-150 Police Responder makes chasing bad guys off-road easier

Ford's 2018 F-150 Police Responder is the industry's first police pursuit-rated pickup, giving law enforcement better capability for off-road patrols and more space.

Jon Wong
Jon Wong was a reviews editor for CNET Cars. He test drove and wrote about new cars and oversaw coverage of automotive accessories and garage gear. In his spare time, he enjoys track days, caring for his fleet of old Japanese cars and searching for the next one to add to his garage.
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The F-150 Police Responder is powered by a 3.5-liter EcoBoost V6 engine, which produces 375-horsepower and 470 pound-feet of torque. 

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Connected to the engine is a 10-speed automatic transmission. 

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The Police Responder is based off of the F-150 FX4 off-road model. 

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With a towing capacity of 7,000 pounds, the F-150 Police Responder boasts best-in-class tow capabilities.

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To toughen up the truck for police work, Ford adds upgraded brakes, front antiroll bar, 18-inch alloy wheels and all-terrain tires.

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For the interior, there's a column shifter with center-seat delete, and front seats with slim bolsters and anti-stab plates.

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The truck gives law enforcement based in more rural areas better capability to patrol off-road.

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Seats up front are covered with heavy-duty cloth.

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Passengers in the rear will enjoy vinyl seats and flooring.

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