Looks like Ford has a healthy engine line-up for the 2011 F-150 (5.0...360 hp )

I saw this and found it interesting for the 2011 F-150 line.
The twin turbo V-6 is due in spring 2011.

The 5.0 caught my eye with 360 HP and a forged crank.
Looks like hot rod material.

http://www.bangshift.com/blog/Power-Plants-Ford-Rolls-Out-Four-New-Motors-for-F-150.html




5.0-liter four-valve dual-overhead-camshaft Ti-VCT V8
The 5.0-liter V8 in the 2011 F-150 offers many class bests compared with competitors’ entry-level V8s, including:

•Best-in-class 360 horsepower at 5,500 rpm and 380 lb.-ft. of torque at 4,250 rpm•Class-leading fuel economy
•Best-in-class 9,800 pounds maximum trailer tow
•New strengthened block and new cylinder head optimized for performance and enhanced cooling
•Unique intake camshafts, combined with Ti-VCT, composite intake manifold and optimized compression ratio for improved low-speed torque and towing capability
•Forged-steel crank and all-new oil cooler enhance durability
•Piston-cooling jets, which squirt oil on the underside of the pistons to keep the piston crowns cool under extreme operating conditions
•E85 flex fuel capability
•Built at Essex Engine Plant; Windsor, Ontario
While this 5.0-liter V8 engine is similar to the one powering the 2011 Mustang GT, it has several important differences to optimize it for the harsh duty cycle truck customers demand. First, the camshafts were tuned to improve low-speed torque, which is key to truck customers. Also, the 10.5:1 compression ratio was optimized to reduce knock tendency at lower engine speeds while towing.

The hardware added to the 5.0 specifically for F-150 includes: an additional oil cooler, which helps extend the life of the oil to 10,000-mile intervals; foam covers for the fuel injectors to reduce NVH; and cast exhaust manifolds for improved durability. The new aluminum block is 70 pounds lighter than the 5.4-liter V8, which aids fuel economy and improves handling. The engine’s forged-steel crankshaft also ensures durability.

“This engine uses proven technology to deliver a great combination of low-speed torque and fuel economy with the durability F-150 customers demand,” said Mike Harrison, V8 engine programs manager.

Alan,

Very cool information and link 2 of those engines are built at the Brookpark,Ohio plant about 40 minutes form my house.

Later Mark.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A0F7bSbjhjY

father in law talked to dealer today and was told 6.2 wasn't available in f 150. Lookimg for new tow vehicle. Won't go bigger than f150. Thinks super duty will be too hard to pak. Plus he and mother in law are short. They are retired and show there mustangs all over U.S.

Dave Maxwell wrote:father in law talked to dealer today and was told 6.2 wasn't available in f 150. Lookimg for new tow vehicle. Won't go bigger than f150. Thinks super duty will be too hard to pak. Plus he and mother in law are short. They are retired and show there mustangs all over U.S.

Not true! In order to get the 6.2 in a F-150 You have to order it with the highest trailer towing capacity. That salesman should of said " the 6.2 is not Available at launch but will be available shortly after"

6.2-liter two-valve single-overhead-camshaft V8

The 6.2-liter V8 is a premium engine offering on the 2011 F-150, with an expanded offering to F-150 SVT Raptor and other specialty applications. Its attributes include:
• Best-in-class 411 horsepower at 5,500 rpm and 434 lb.-ft. of torque at 4,500 rpm
• Best-in-class 11,300 pounds maximum trailer tow
• Competitive fuel economy
• Durability of race-proven components and technology showcased in November 2008 when a 6.2-liter Raptor R not only survived the grueling Baja 1000, it earned a podium finish. The same engine went on to complete every mile of the 2009 Best in the Desert series
• Utilizes a large bore and shorter stroke. This approach to creating power has its roots in storied Ford racing engines. The large bore allows for larger intake and exhaust valves for improved engine airflow, and the short stroke allows higher engine speed for increased horsepower
• Because of the large bore size, two spark plugs per cylinder are used to more efficiently burn the fuel-air mixture in the combustion chamber, enabling better fuel economy and increased engine torque. The twin plugs also help the engine maintain a smooth, stable idle
• Built at Romeo (Mich.) Engine Plant

The 6.2-liter V8, standard on the 2011 F-Series Super Duty, is uniquely tuned for the F-150 with a special cam profile. The engine will be standard on the 2011 F-150 SVT Raptor and other specialty applications, and pumps out up to 411 horsepower and 434 lb.-ft. of torque – making the F-150 the most powerful truck in its class.
“This engine has tons of torque, and already has been proved in the field with both the F-150 SVT Raptor and Super Duty,” said Harrison