Crims, beware: it's Ford’s new F-150 Police truck

There are plenty of things that make you think twice about breaking the law in the US: armed police and hefty punishments are two that spring to mind.

Now, however, law enforcement officers have a new deterrent at their disposal: this frightening Ford F-150.

Customised with Ford’s ‘Special Service Vehicle Package’, buyers choose between a 4x4 or RWD drivetrain, with the option of either a monstrous 5.0-litre V8 or slightly less intimidating 3.5-litre EcoBoost engine under the bonnet.

According to Ford, either engine will ensure that “there is never a lack of power”. We believe them.

There are other additions as well. A high-output alternator ensures that the huge flashing lights won’t drain the battery in a hurry, and the easy-to-clean seats will certainly come in handy when arrests get, um, messy.

Other items in the range include a Transit van designed for ferrying dangerous prisoners.

“We offer a whole family of police vehicles,” says Arie Groeneveld, Ford’s chief police vehicle engineer. “Our lineup aims to fulfil the unique needs of law enforcement officers, and our F-150 Special Service Vehicle is an extension of that offering.”

However, if you are thinking of purchasing one of these for your local station, be warned: the dog pictured above is not included as standard. To the best of our knowledge, it’s not even an optional extra.

Ford must be barking mad...