Spotted a Bronco Raptor / Warthog prototype?

[bigsky713]

This is Ford trying to get some folks to cancel orders and wait for the V8. They are going to have a hell of a time filling back-orders for two years. Being a little sarcastic but seriously, how many would wait an extra year if this is V8?

Personally i am not interested in a V8. Fords ECO Boost motors, 2.7, 3.0 and the 3.5 all outperform the 5.0. What is the upside?

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[BroncBro]

Remember, all we have seen thus far are prototypes and frakenstein Broncos put together in some back room of spare parts.

And computer renderings from Ford all over their websites.
It’s extremely Unlikely they won’t like pretty much just like they are out in the wild right now.

 

[Ajusaf]

Yes. That is what I have gathered as well. It also explains the large price increase from the pricing survey we got. Remember that the dual top option was close to $4k when just the hard top was anywhere from $900-1900 I believe. It isn't just a standard soft top... there must be some tricks to it or it is motorized somehow.


Additionally, this Bronco must have some exterior or mechanical differences than the ones we have seen. There is no need for such heavy camouflage for some stripes or accessories.

 

[bigsky713]

I'm not 100% convinced this one has any more lift than standard BL/Squatch. (Though I am more than happy to be proved incorrect.)

Judging by where the rock rails are in relation to wheel hubs, they seem to be in line with the top lug nuts, which is what we've seen from other photos.

I think what's happening is the fender flares are different(absent, or with more clearance) which is making the wheel gaps larger, and thus making it look taller.

Also, the OP's picture is a great photo taken at a farther distance, and lower than most of the shots we've seen so far. Perspective could be playing a big part in how different this thing looks.

I would agree with this explanation. But it doesn't explain the top, which could be explained by other reasonable answers already mentioned, power top or even that there is tent in this top.

 

[bbqbronco]

The bulge for the rear fender flare appears much sharper and higher than the std Broncos and looks more in line with the Bronco R rear flare.

Due to the public outcry about the grey top, they're now testing MIC grey on all trim pieces and fender flares so it all matches.

 

[Bronc-OH]

Good luck with the V-8, they don't even put them in Raptor.

not currently

 

[Bronc-OH]

Personally i am not interested in a V8. Fords ECO Boost motors, 2.7, 3.0 and the 3.5 all outperform the 5.0. What is the upside?

reliability.

 

[aplm7]

Plus with the layoffs coming this year they won't be able to fulfill all of the reservations. Maybe it's a surprise Bronco they are taking to Bronco Super Celebration next week.

Those are white collar positions... Not assembly line

 

[Free Pizza]

What trim level is this?

 

[Jr87mustang]

And computer renderings from Ford all over their websites.
It’s extremely Unlikely they won’t like pretty much just like they are out in the wild right now.

I don't think they are changing the look of the prototype Broncos but like I said it could be finialized strip kits, finished interiors, motorized tops, and any other thing that Ford doesn't want seen yet. Not saying it can't be the Warthog but I think we have plainly seen that Ford is WAY behind where they hoped to be on other aspects of Bronco.

 

[PromoFLB]

They want us to think this is a new Bronco for 2022 but in reality it is a test mule for the 2" - 3" lift kit as well as Ford Performance wheels. Either that or someone did not realize the Bronco was revealed already and never took off the Camo.

I would agree with this explanation. But it doesn't explain the top, which could be explained by other reasonable answers already mentioned, power top or even that there is tent in this top.

They could also be testing the MIC Black top with grey fender flares.

 

[MrJoe]

Maybe this one has a toaster?

 

[DustyD]

Great, we're going backwards looking at camo'd Broncos again- like we haven't seen enough of those.

What I'm hoping it is: Bronco Warthog

What it probably is: Not a Bronco Warthog.

 

[Broncofly]

I'm not 100% convinced this one has any more lift than standard BL/Squatch. (Though I am more than happy to be proved incorrect.)

Judging by where the rock rails are in relation to wheel hubs, they seem to be in line with the top lug nuts, which is what we've seen from other photos.

I think what's happening is the fender flares are different(absent, or with more clearance) which is making the wheel gaps larger, and thus making it look taller.

Also, the OP's picture is a great photo taken at a farther distance, and lower than most of the shots we've seen so far. Perspective could be playing a big part in how different this thing looks.

Daaaaaaaaannnnnnnggggggg............

I am liking what I'm seeing

 

[Chadillac]

reliability.

I would argue it’s a wash. I don’t think either is more infamous than the other.

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