For more than six decades, Ford has provided travelers with vans, trucks, and chassis built for life on and off the road.
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In fact, more motorhomes are built on Ford chassis than any other brand. Today, Ford Pro announced it is continuing that tradition with Transit Trail, an upfit-ready adventure van that leverages the same capability, versatility, and customization options that helped make Ford Transit America’s best-selling commercial van.
“No matter the task at hand — delivering packages or enjoying life off the grid — customers can rely on their Transit to get the job done,” said Ted Cannis, Ford Pro CEO. “Our decades of experience in the motorhome industry and insights from the van-life community helped us design a vehicle that makes it easier for adventure seekers to start their next journey.”
Ford Transit Trail Van Features
Available in three cargo van configurations, including medium- and high-roof models and a high-roof extended-length variant, the new Ford Transit Trail is equipped for improved off-highway capability with the following standard features and capabilities:
3.5-liter EcoBoost V6 engine that produces 310 horsepower and 400 lb.-ft. of torque, mated to a 10-speed automatic transmission.
Intelligent All-Wheel Drive, with five selectable drive modes, including Normal, Eco, Mud/Ruts, Tow/Haul, and Slippery.
3.5-inch increased ride height, a 2.75-inch wider track, 30.5-inch Goodyear Wrangler Workhorse all-terrain tires, and 16-inch black alloy wheels.
Black grille with integrated marker lamps and black HID headlamps, unique skid plate-style front bumper, splash guards, wheel arch cladding, front wheel arch liners, and slider-style driver- and passenger-side steps.
Heavy-Duty Trailer Package with up to 6,500-lb. towing capacity for hauling a boat, four-wheelers, snowmobiles, or other adventure toys.
Tech features that enable confidence while on and off the trail with Intelligent Access with push-button start, Blind Spot Assist 1.0, Reverse and Side Sensing systems, Adaptive Cruise Control.
SYNC4 with SiriusXM with 360L, HD Radio, and Ford Power-Up software updates, a 12-inch touchscreen, a high-resolution digital camera, and 110-volt, 12-volt, and USB outlets.
Transit Trail van is backed by Ford’s 3-year/36,000-mile bumper-to-bumper warranty.
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Comfort on the Road
Transit Trail in the high-roof, extended-length configuration provides van-lifers up to 487 cubic feet of cargo space to upfit. Both high-roof variants provide full-standing room to people as tall as 6 feet, and 5 inches. The cargo area floor in the extended-length model stretches more than 14 feet.
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Drillable areas positioned specifically for cabinetry, shelving, bed, and more allow do-it-yourselfers and upfitters to consider countless configurations.
Privacy glass and an optional roof vent fan make time spent in the van more comfortable. Creature comforts in the cabin include an overhead shelf, illuminated sun visors, and driver and passenger swivel seats.
An available Upfitter Package helps travelers power auxiliary accessories such as an exterior light bar and includes high-capacity upfitter switches, a larger center console, an auxiliary fuse panel with a high-spec interface connector, dual AGM batteries, and a modified vehicle wiring system.
· Transit Trail is available in medium- and high-roof cargo van configurations, including an extended-length high-roof model.
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Upfitting by Ford Pro
Transit Trail owners can also benefit from access to the Ford Pro network of upfitters and interior installers easily accessible on ford upfit website.
Customers also will travel confidently with the convenience of the Ford dealer network of more than 3,000 maintenance and service centers for vehicle upkeep, as well as access to a growing fleet of more than 800 mobile service vans when the unexpected happens in unexpected locations.
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Assembled in Missouri, home of the Kansas City Assembly Plant, Transit Trail will provide do-it-yourselfers and motorhome distributors with a turnkey canvas direct from the factory. The current MSRP for Transit Trail starts at $65,975.
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