Ford's 2023 F-150 Rattler Provides Off-Road Capabilities
Ford introduced the F-150 Rattler, a rugged, entry-level addition to its 2023 F-150 lineup built off the XL series.

New package for 2023 F-150 is based off the XL series, with FX4 content featuring skid plates, hill descent control, specially tuned off-road shock absorbers, and more.
Ford introduced the F-150 Rattler on March 29, 2022, a rugged, entry-level addition to its 2023 F-150 lineup for adventure-seeking customers looking for a stylish truck with standard four-wheel drive for enhanced off-road capability.
“Our new F-150 Rattler offers aspiring adventurers an off-road option with expressive looks and capability in one package,” said Todd Eckert, Ford truck group marketing manager. “This truck builds off the F-150 off-road legacy while allowing us to introduce new customers to the right blend of styling and value in the F-150 lineup.”
The F-150 Rattler package is built off the XL series, with FX4 content featuring skid plates, electronic rear-locking differential for enhanced traction, hill descent control for precision throttle and braking on steep descents, and specially tuned off-road shock absorbers for increased stability over tough terrain. In addition, F-150 Rattler features rugged all-terrain tires.
The F-150 Rattler package features a dual exhaust system, plus painted 18-inch aluminum wheels. F-150 Rattler badging on the fender vents and rattlesnake-inspired graphics are also included.
Exterior colors include Oxford White, Avalanche, Iconic Silver, Carbonized Gray, Antimatter Blue, Stone Gray, Agate Black, and for an extra cost, Rapid Red TriCoat .
The 2023 F-150 Rattler goes on sale this fall.
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