2008 Ford F-350 4x4 DRW Review - Autochannel (press release)
FORD F-350 4X4 DRW (DUALIE) CREW CAB. A Full Zoot Work Truck. Just over a year ago the Ford folks brought waves of journalists to Texas hill country to introduce the new Super Duty trucks - F-250, F-350 and F-450 series. After all, Texas is truck country and proud of it. I was in the second wave and missed the opportunity to experience the mud, dirt, trailering and other fun – that is, the serious evaluation – because of a debilitating ice storm that kept us in... I was pleased to have an opportunity to spend a little quality time with one of these great trucks this week – an F-350 4X4 Crew Cab Duelie. This is a beautiful, big truck. And I mean BIG - eight feet wide at the rear wheels, over 3 ½ tons curb weight. If you’re one of those lucky people able to justify and afford this decked out truck I hope you have a generous driveway. I’m a steadfast believer that we have an inalienable right to drive whatever we want but unless you’re a contractor, a rancher, a fifth-wheeler or have another substantial use for this much size and power you’re likely to take some abuse from the... The EPA does not require fuel economy ratings with this size vehicle but our experience this week revealed a range of 10. 5 to almost 14-mpg in two-wheel drive mode. Source: www.theautochannel.com
