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The F-600 Super Duty chassis cab is the same size as a Ford F-550 overall, but uses upgraded components, higher-capacity wheels and tires and strategically placed frame reinforcements to deliver Class 6 capability, including a maximum GVWR of 22,000 lbs. It lets customers carry more payload, tow heavier loads or mount heavier upfits without moving into larger trucks. The vehicle is available in regular cab configuration with a choice of diesel or gasoline powertrains, four wheelbases, two-wheel or four-wheel drive and three fuel tank configurations to take on a wide range of construction applications.
Slotted between F-550 Super Duty and F-650 Pro Loader Medium Duty truck, F-600 retains the familiar size, interior and controls of an F-550, with a step-up height that’s only 3 mm higher. Its higher-capacity wheels and tires, upgraded driveshaft mounts, upgraded rear axle, more robust brake rotor materials and strategically placed frame reinforcements behind the cab deliver Class 6 capability in a compact Class 5 package.
“For years, many of our utility, towing and oil/gas service fleet customers have spec'd all the possible upgrades on their F-550 chassis cabs to avoid having to step up to a traditional Class 6 truck, but they’ve still pushed the limits of what a Class 5 truck can do,” says Nathan Oscarson, Ford commercial truck brand manager. “Now those fleets are moving into F-600 to get the increased payload and GCWR they’ve needed all along in a truck that fits.”
Connectivity comes standard thanks to a 4G LTE embedded modem that provides an available Wi-Fi hotspot for up to 10 devices. The modem also facilitates the use of Ford Telematics from Ford Commercial Solutions, so fleet customers can monitor their fleets with GPS tracking and geofencing, get live vehicle health alerts to plan and limit downtime, set reminders for vehicle service, analyze driver behavior and help manage fuel usage to potentially reduce costs. By taking advantage of the built-in modem, there is no need for additional aftermarket hardware, third-party management or installation downtime.