The Powertrain Guide of the 2023 Super Duty: Perfecting Engine & Transmissions Performance - Edmonton, AB Commercial Fleet
For Alberta's hardworking businesses in need of dependable commercial vehicles, the 2023 Super Duty lineup offers a versatile range of powerful engines tailored to meet your demanding requirements. At the core of this rugged selection is the standard 6.8-liter V-8 engine, thoughtfully enhanced with an updated air intake and tuning. This powerplant delivers a robust 430 horsepower and 485 pound-feet of torque, ensuring your fleet is ready for the toughest assignments.
Replacing the previous 6.2-liter engine, the all-new 6.8-liter option commands attention, boasting 400 horsepower and 445 pound-feet of torque. However, the true standout is the high-output 6.7-liter Power Stroke diesel engine, a formidable force with an astounding 500 horsepower and an astonishing 1200 lb-ft of torque. This diesel powerhouse means serious business, propelling the F-250 from 0 to 60 mph in just 5.5 seconds. To handle these mighty engines, all models are equipped with a responsive 10-speed automatic transmission, ensuring that your commercial fleet can tackle Alberta's challenging terrain and demanding workloads with ease.
Explore the 2023 Super Duty's Range of Potent Engines:
6.8L 2 Valve Gas DEVCT NA PFI V8 Engine:
- Standard on XL F-250 and F-350 models.
- Engineered for peak torque at lower rpm and generates high torque throughout the midrange of the power band.
- The 6.8L in the F-250 is teamed up with the TorqShift® -G automatic transmission.
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7.3L 2V Gas DEVCT PFI NA V8 Engine:

- Ford’s 7.3L PFI gas V8 engine is newly designed and built from the ground up.
- This engine implements the same anti-wear materials as Ford’s turbocharged applications, adding more long-term strength.
- Its pushrod design has two valves per cylinder, with pushrods allowing for a more compact design, and roller valve actuation offering greater efficiency.
- This engine is smaller, lighter, provides more torque and hp, plus better fuel economy than its 6.8L predecessor.
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6.7L Power Stroke V8 Turbo Diesel Engine:

- 90-degree diesel V8, single turbocharger, in-block cams, and overhead valves.
- Compacted graphite iron block, aluminum heads.
- 6.7 liters (406 cubic inches).
- Pushrod and rocker arms, four valves per cylinder.
- High-pressure common rail.
- Electronic Engine control system.
- Single turbocharger, charged air cooler.
- SAE horsepower 475, SAE torque 1,050.
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6.7L HO Power Stroke V8 Turbo Diesel Engine:

- 90-degree diesel V8, single turbocharger, in-block cams, and overhead valves.
- Compacted graphite iron block, aluminum heads.
- 6.7 liters (406 cubic inches).
- Pushrod and rocker arms, four valves per cylinder.
- High-pressure common rail.
- Water jacketed single turbocharger, charged air intake manifold.
- SAE horsepower 500, SAE torque 1,200.
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2023 Super Duty Available Transmission

- TorqShift® G 10-speed SelectShift Automatic®
- TorqShift® 10-speed SelectShift Automatic® with Selectable Drive Modes
The Super Duty's robust powertrains and advanced transmissions are meticulously engineered to meet the rigorous commercial demands of Alberta. Contact Koch Pro to delve deeper into the 2023 Super Duty and its suitability for your commercial fleet.
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2023 Super Duty Engine & Transmission Chart
Engine Specifications | ||||
Name | 7.3L 2V DEVCT NA PFI V8 Gas | 6.8-liter V8 | 6.7L Power Stroke® V8 Turbo Diesel | 6.7L HO Power Stroke® V8 Turbo Diesel |
Configuration | 90-degree V8, single in-block cams | 90-degree V8, single in-block cams | 90-degree diesel V8, single turbocharger, in-block cams and overhead valves | 90-degree diesel V8, single turbocharger, in-block cams and overhead valves |
Fuel injection/delivery | Sequential Electronic | Sequential Electronic | High-Pressure Common-Rail | High-Pressure Common-Rail |
Engine control system | Electronic | Electronic | Electronic | Electronic |
Induction system | Specially tuned - (n/a non turbo) | Specially tuned - (n/a non turbo) | Variable Geometry Turbocharger; with charge air cooler | Variable Geometry Turbocharger; with charge air cooler |
Battery | 12-volt; 750-cca/78-amp-hr | 12-volt; 650-cca/72-amp-hr | Dual 12V-volt 750CCA 78-AH | Dual 12V-volt 750CCA 78-AH |
Standard Alternator | 250-amp (XL/XLT/Lariat/King Ranch/Platinum) | 160-amp (XL/XLT) | 195-amp (XL/XLT) | 195-amp (XL/XLT) |
200-amp (Lariat/King Ranch/Platinum) | 250-amp (Lariat/King Ranch/Platinum) | 250-amp (Lariat/King Ranch/Platinum) | ||
352-amp (Limited) | 352-amp (Limited) | |||
Cooling system | Pressurized series flow | Pressurized series flow | Pressurized series flow | Pressurized series flow |
Oil Life Monitor | Oil Life Monitor® | Oil Life Monitor® | Intelligent Oil Life Monitor® | Intelligent Oil Life Monitor® |
Cylinders | 8 | 8 | 8 | 8 |
Cylinder head | Aluminum | Aluminum | Aluminum | Aluminum |
Block material | Cast Iron | Cast iron | Compacted graphite iron | Compacted graphite iron |
Valve operation | Push rod/rocker arms | Roller rocker shaft | Push rod/rocker arms | Push rod/rocker arms |
Camshaft drive | Silent chain | Silent chain | Gear | Gear |
Bore | 4.22" (107.2 mm) | 4.22" | 3.90" | 3.90" |
Stroke | 3.98" (101 mm) | 3.68" | 4.25" | 4.25" |
Compression ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.8:1 | 15.2:1 | 15.2:1 |
Horsepower/rpm | 430 @ 5,500 | 405 @ 5,000 | 475 @ 2,600 | 500 @ 2,600 |
Torque lb.-ft./rpm | 485 @ 4,000 | 445 @ 4,000 | 1,050 @ 1,600 | 1,200 @ 1,600 |
Recommended fuel | 87 octane (Not e85 compatible) | 87 octane (Not e85 compatible) | Ultra-low sulfur diesel/B20 | Ultra-low sulfur diesel/B20 |
Transmission Specifications | ||||
Transmission Type | TorqShift®-G ten-speed automatic w/ Selectable Drive Modes: Normal, Eco, Slippery Roads, Tow/Haul (6.8L Gas) | |||
Case material | Aluminum | |||
Power Takeoff | Live-drive access on driver side | |||
Gear ratios | 1st | 4.696:1 | ||
2nd | 2.985:1 | |||
3rd | 2.146:1 | |||
4th | 1.769:1 | |||
5th | 1.520:1 | |||
6th | 1.275:1 | |||
Reverse | -4.866:1 | |||
Transmission Type | TorqShift 10-speed SelectShift Automatic® | |||
Case material | Aluminum | |||
Power Takeoff | Live-drive access on driver side | |||
Gear ratios | First | 4.615:1 | ||
Second | 2.919:1 | |||
Third | 2.132:1 | |||
Fourth | 1.773:1 | |||
Fifth | 1.519:1 | |||
Sixth | 1.277:1 | |||
Seventh | 1.1 | |||
Eighth | 0.851:1 | |||
Ninth | 0.687:1 | |||
Tenth | 0.632:1 | |||
Reverse | -4.695:1 |