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The 4R100 automatic transmission found in the SVT Lightning was originally designed for use in Ford's Super Duty truck platform (F-250/F-350) and was strong enough to handle the torque characteristics of the 7.3L Power Stroke through 2003.

Staggering the rear shock absorbers considerably reduced axle wrap under heavy acceleration and was necessary to compliment the engine's impressive performance characteristics.

Tonneau cover, 6 disc CD changer, and class III tow hitch package were the only 3 available options for the SVT lightning

Rear 13.1" vented rotors with single piston calipersĦ0/40 split cloth seats with leather inserts (fold up center console), SVT logo embroidered on backrest of seats, white face gauge cluster.

Front 12.1" vented rotors with twin piston calipers.

Truck lowered 2.0" in rear.ġ8" x 9.5" 5 spoke cast aluminum alloy wheels, Goodyear Eagle F1-GS unidirectional low profile tires, 295/45ZR18 Staggered Bilstein gas charged shocks, 5 leaf spring setup, and 23mm solid stabilizer bar. Upper & lower A-arms, SVT coil springs, Bilstein shocks and a 31mm stabilizer bar. 3.73 : 1 axle ratio for 2001 - 2004 model years, 4.5" aluminum driveshaft.3.55 : 1 axle ratio for 1999 & 2000 model years, 3.5" aluminum driveshaft.0 - 60 in 5.2 seconds, ~140 mph top speed for 2001 - 2004 model yearsįord 9.75" rear axle with traction-lock limited slip differential.0 - 60 in 6.2 seconds, ~140 mph top speed for 1999 & 2000 model years.Trucks built at Ford's Ontario Truck Plant in Oakville, Ontario CanadaĮaton Gen IV supercharger, water-to-air intercooler A special sport suspension with Bilstein shocks helped keep the truck planted through corners and high speed maneuvers. While only 3 colors were offered in 1999, by 2004 buyers had 7 color choices. The engine was designed by Roush and Ford's Special Vehicle Team, upgraded with such parts as forged rods, lower compression pistons, and a forged crankshaft. A 4R100 4 speed automatic transmission was borrowed from the Ford Super Duty platform to transmit power to a limited slip 9.75" rear axle, and traction was maximized by Goodyear rubber at all four corners.

An Eaton supercharged 5.4L V-8 provided 360 hp and 440 lb-ft of torque in 1999, and was later upgraded to 380 hp and 450 lb-ft. Available only as a regular cab, step side model, the Lightning was much more than a standard F-150 with visual accents. The redesigned lightning featured fresh new styling features and unmatched performance, promising potential buyers the opportunity to own the World's fastest production pickup for under $30,000. The 2nd Gen SVT Lightning was launched for the 1999 model year. Ford F-150 SVT Lightning 2nd Gen SVT Lightning Specs & History (1999 - 2004)