Some folks have compared the exterior styling of the F-250 to the big-rig look of the Dodge Ram. Ford's Super Duty trucks used to share their cabs with the F-150 light-duty models, but the current line of Super Duty pickups broke from that tradition. While the F-150s have rounded edges, the Super Duty trucks look bluff-nosed and serious. Their menacing, square-jawed front ends, brawny raised hoods and aggressive headlamps are a big tip-off that there are significant differences between a garden-variety F-150 and a Super Duty. We think they are the best-looking heavy duty pickups available.But there's more here to separate the Super Duty trucks than just looks. The Super Duty trucks ride on an entirely different platform from the F-150 models. Once you get past its imposing look, however, you might notice that the Super Duty's dropped beltline gives it a sense of openness and accessibility. It also makes it easier to climb in, a welcome feature when juggling tools, briefcases, or even toddlers. A distinctive dip along the front door side glass improves the driver's view of the exterior mirrors, a big help when towing a trailer or for seeing around cargo boxes or dump truck bodies.
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