Pickup trucks are no longer just for carrying around building materials. thanks to contemporary engine innovation as well as smart automakers, these “hot haulers” can provide neck-snapping performance that was once only offered in sports cars. Let’s find the fastest stock pickups of the last 30 years. The listed 0-60 mph times are from the manufacturer or a major enthusiast publication. We’ve skipped trucks from aftermarket companies that rework stock vehicles—sorry Hennessey as well as Shelby.
2015 Ram 1500 R/T Hemi
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0-60: 5.4 Seconds
Horsepower: 395
Just as Fiat Chrysler (now Stellantis) started calling its monster V-8s by the Hellcat moniker, Ram pushed out the “Hemi” label one more time with the Ram 1500 R/T Hemi. believe of this as a more polished sport truck than the muscle-bound excess of the Ram SRT-10 or TRX pickups. Respectable, not overwhelming horsepower as well as an 8-speed automatic meshed well with the regular cab as well as rear-wheel-drive configuration. This 2015 Ram 1500 Sport has the exact same “Hemi” label* as the R/T model to signify the 5.7L V-8 engine it carries.
2019 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 6.2L V-8
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0-60: 5.4 seconds
Horsepower: 420
Taking a cue from archrival Ford, Chevrolet squeezed a powerful engine into its very popular vehicle. offered only on the higher Silverado 1500 trims, the small-block 6.2L V-8 provided a potent choice for performance-oriented truck purchasers wanting a blue bow tie instead of the blue oval. Silverado owners might now brag about having the biggest eight-cylinder in a half-ton pickup. 460 lb-ft of torque as well as basic all-wheel-drive provides the Silverado a satisfying low-end grunt that’s frequently missing from non-eight-cylinder powerplants. thinking about a 2019 Chevrolet Silverado 1500? inspect out this in the High country trim with the 6.2L V-8 engine!
2001 Ford SVT F-150 Lightning
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0-60: 5.2 seconds
Horsepower: 380
The engineers at Ford’s special vehicle team (SVT) must have had fun with this one. add a supercharger as well as other upgrades to the company’s solid 5.4L Triton V-8, then stuff the result into an F-150 together with a customized 4-speed transmission. The result? A powerful daily hauler that produces a stump-pulling 450 lb-ft of torque. The Lightening’s 0-60 time was only 0.7 seconds slower than a 2001 Corvette Z06. That’s impressive for a truck that can do all kind of hauling. prepared to handle a new rebuild project? Take a look at this 2001 Ford SVT F-150 Lightning in our inventory
2019 Ford F-150 Limited
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0-60: 5.0 Seconds
Horsepower: 450
For Ford truck purchasers wanting a “go-fast” performance without the F-150 Raptor’s exaggerated looks, the automaker offered the 2019 Ford F-150 in restricted trim. utilizing the exact same twin-turbo V6 Raptor powerplant, Ford cooked up a elegant as well as more costly pickup variant. featuring a leather-lined interior that would be right at house in a Mercedes-Benz or BMW, the restricted steered extreme pickups in a whole new direction. At the exact same time, the subtle exterior integrated with outrageous power made this truck the ultimate sleeper. stay ahead of the competition by utilizing the vehicle Alert function to get notifications any type of time 2019 Ford F-150 restricted trucks are added to inventory.
2017 Ford F-150 Raptor SuperCrew
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0-60: 4.9 seconds
Horsepower: 450
Adding a potent twin-turbo 3.5L V-6 to America’s very popular vehicle was a winning formula that made speed-loving F-150 lovers drool with delight. Taking lessons from the previous generation Raptor, Ford made this version more advanced for drivers as well as more comfortable for passengers. Raw, brutish power, including 510 lbs-ft of torque, is handled by a 10-speed transmission as well as customized suspension that makes the Raptor agile both on as well as off the road. The larger SuperCrew style produced more interior space, particularly in the second row. Ford likewise offered the truck in the smaller SuperCab configuration. The speed as well as comfort provides this truck the prospective to be a fantastic base for a Baja truck build. Keep a lookout for one of your own here.
2004 Dodge Ram SRT-10
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0-60: 4.9 seconds
Horsepower: 500
An 8.3L V-10 engine from the Dodge Viper will turn most vehicles into a screamer. So Ram’s present super truck, the 2021 Ram 1500 TRX, was likely influenced by the Dodge Ram SRT-10 pickup. This was back before Dodge’s trucks were spun off into the Ram division in 2010. thanks to a NASCAR-inspired body design, the SRT-10 exhibits decent high-speed road manners, too. The air splitter below the front grille reduces vehicle lift, as well as the rear wing minimizes drag as well as boosts downforce. A lowered body height adds to the truck’s sinister looks. These characteristics provide the SRT-10 a personalized look. Take a look at our truck stock to discover some personalized “diamond in the ruff” trucks.
1991 GMC Syclone
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0-60: 4.3 seconds
Horsepower: 280
Thirty years back seems like the stone age in the automotive industry. Yet, GMC was able to engineer a performance pickup that would be impressive even in today’s world of advanced vehicle technology. The automaker added a Mitsubishi turbocharger, Garrett intercooler as well as other improved elements to its regular 4.3L V-6 utilized in whatever from routine trucks to the Chevy Malibu. 350 lb-ft of torque as well as a BorgWarner all-wheel-drive system makes the Syclone an incredible trip in any type of decade. Take a look at this 1991 Syclone in requirement of a serious restoration
2021 Ram 1500 TRX
Photo Courtesy of Stellantis
0-60: 3.7 seconds
Horsepower: 702
. Many auto enthusiast publications have mentioned the TRX for being the fastest factory pickup ever tested. No wonder. A customized Hellcat engine delivers AWD power that can quickly embarrass many Corvettes as well as Porsches. Ram wants TRX owners to take full advantage of the truck’s abilities with a introduce manage system as well as performance data displayed on the infotainment screen. When not scorching rubber, TRX drivers can depend on an upgraded suspension, electronic locking differential as well as huge 35-inch tires to get them across just about any type of terrain. new design years are extremely sought after so take advantage of the vehicle Alert function to get updates on any type of 2021 Ram 1500 TRXs that are added to inventory.
* DISCLAIMER: Our stock is constantly changing. vehicles mentioned in this blog may no longer be available.
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