5 Standout Off-Road Features of the 2024 Ford Ranger Raptor

Looking to enjoy the many excellent off-road trails around Park County? With the gorgeous parks and mountain peaks in this area, it’s one of the greatest corners of Colorado to go off-roading in, and the 2024 Ford Ranger is the best vehicle to do it in. If you’re shopping for off-road trucks for sale near Park County, we highly recommend considering the 2024 Ranger Raptor. It’s loaded with features that make it ready to tackle just about any terrain and help you stay in command in tricky situations. If you want to take advantage of the famous off-road trails up in the mountains and want a reputable truck to do it in, check out the Ranger Raptor. Below, we’ll go over five of the standout features of the 2024 Ranger Raptor that we know off-road enthusiasts will love.

#1 – FOX Live Valve Technology

Want the freedom to go down any path you see and know you’ll experience a smooth ride? You’ll love the FOX live valve technology found in the 2024 Ford Raptor Ranger. What is it? It’s an electronically controlled suspension system that helps ensure your ride isn’t so bumpy you feel that you’re going to be thrown out the window (an all-too-familiar feeling for off-roaders with poor damping systems).

The system relies on sensors that constantly monitor both the road and driver inputs. The sensors use this information to make on-the-go adjustments to the shocks to deliver a smooth ride. If you’re going to explore some of the more serious off-road trails around Park County, like Breakneck Pass, a regular old suspension won’t do. The FOX live valve technology will provide superior shock absorption and help your tires maintain contact with the trail. All you have to worry about is looking out for wild pronghorn running in front of your vehicle.

#2 – Locking Front and Rear Axles

It’s common for one or more wheels to lose contact with the ground in extreme off-roading situations. That can quickly mean you lose control of your vehicle. Luckily, the Ranger Raptor has locking front and rear axles. This feature makes all four wheels spin at the same speed when in four-wheel drive. When engaged, these axles will send 100 percent of the vehicle’s torque to the ground to help you maintain command rather than spinning the wheels that are in the air. Whether you’re off-roading during the snow season or trekking through mud in the rainy season, you’ll appreciate having these lockers.

#3 – Available Beadlock Capable Wheels

If you hit the trails often, you know that airing down your tires can help you get the grip you need to traverse the most extreme terrains. However, traditional wheels only let you air down so much before you are at risk of the tire coming off the wheel. The good news is that the 2024 Ranger Raptor has available beadlock-capable wheels.

A beadlock (for those who don’t know or need a refresher) secures your tire bead (the lip of your tire that connects it to the wheel) in place. Ford’s beadlock-capable wheels give you the option to experience the benefits of a beadlock without permanently committing. They come with a removable ring that mimics a beadlock but is fully street-legal and doesn’t require any extra maintenance. If you’re planning on heading out on the trail, you can add Ford’s functional beadlock rings and transform the wheels into full beadlock wheels.

You’ll see reduced slippage on wet and muddy roads when you’re aired down with your beadlocks in place. You’ll also face a smaller risk of your tire debeading from low tire pressure. In fact, beadlocked wheels make it virtually impossible to lose a tire when you are on the trail. We recommend adding this feature if you plan to visit some of the roughest off-road trails in the Park County area.

#4 – MyMode

Here’s a really cool feature that adapts to your habits and adventures: MyMode. It’s a button you can push that lets you personalize a range of vehicle dynamics for the Ranger Raptor. You can adjust the steering responsiveness, suspension stiffness, exhaust sound, engine stop-start, rear electronic differential status, and more. Give some thought to the trails you plan on hitting for the day and how you want to adjust your MyMode.

If you’re going to be crawling over rocks and taking sudden turns, a sharp steering response is crucial to maintain control and ensure your Ranger moves in the direction you want it to. Stop/start is great in the city, where you find yourself at plenty of stop signs and red lights. But maybe you don’t want your engine shutting off when you idle in an off-road environment. The active exhaust can provide some great auditory stimulation, but sometimes, maybe you’d rather hear the silence and the birds. It’s a lot of fun to play with this feature and find that perfect mode that helps you make the most of your off-roading.

#5 – A 360-Degree Camera

The terrain is a little less predictable when you’ve left the town center to hit Beaver Creek Road or another local trail. So it’s nice to have an eye on what’s going on around your truck at all times. It also just adds to the fun of being able to check out your surroundings when you’re driving and can’t turn your neck. It’s why we love the 360-degree camera system that comes standard on the Ranger Raptor.

This camera system includes front, rear, and mirror-mounted side cameras. The result is a birdseye view of happenings around your truck. You’ll see these views on the massive, 12-inch tablet-style screen. When you are forced to return to civilization, this is a great system to have on city streets, too.

Drive off to Your Next Adventure in the 2024 Ford Ranger Raptor

Ready to explore this invigorating off-road truck for yourself? Come visit us at The Faricy Boys Automotive. We know the great trails of Park County, and we are confident that the 2024 Ranger Raptor has all of the features you need to explore further with command. The Ranger Raptor is rugged, capable, durable and powerful. If you crave leaving the grid and taking advantage of the beautiful natural landscapes around Park County, then you need an advanced off-road truck, and the Ranger Raptor is that truck. We only covered some of its excellent features today, but if you’d like to get to know it better, come visit us in person. We’ll hop in the cab with you and show you all the fun features.

We’re always rolling new inventory onto our lot, so we have many models for you to check out in addition to the Ranger Raptor. Our friendly team is happy to answer any questions you have. We drive many of the same roads and adventure to many of the same destinations as our customers, so we can speak from a place of knowledge about the functions of the Ranger Raptor. We understand that you don’t want nuisances like a bumpy ride or shaky wheels ruining your off-road fun, and it’s why we think the Ranger Raptor is just perfect for rugged excursions. Come check it out today!