Full-size trucks are all the rage as overlanders embrace the additional running costs for a wide array of benefits. During our Full-Size Truck of the Year considerations, Scott Brady commented: “When we first started Overland Journal, the compact pickup was by far the most popular choice for overlanding, but that gap is quickly narrowing with full-size variants. The reason is simple – big trucks are more capable than ever before, and they have the payload to haul more than a few passengers and a basket of groceries.” With the advent of remote working, Starlink, and exorbitant house prices more people than ever are committing to long-term trips or living on the road and full-size trucks are a great option. Today’s (164,000 miles) 2002 Ford F-250 showcases a bulletproof 7.3-litre Power Stroke diesel motor and a generous payload. This ensures you have more than enough capacity for a well-equipped camper, passengers, and supplies. This platform is a popular choice on the forum with recent examples including this 2001 FX4 with an EarthCruiser GZL 300, a 2001 with an Alaskan camper, and a 2006 with an A/T Overland Habitat. If you’d like to better understand how this vehicle can be utilized for travel then check out the inspiring builds from Basil Lynch, OttoEx, and Jon Burtt.
From the Seller:
“I built this truck to go anywhere and do anything comfortably. The 7.3-liter Power Stroke with its legendary reliability, paired with the Carli suspension makes this truck virtually unstoppable. Once you get there you have the luxury and comfort of a mobile apartment thanks to a Four Wheel Camper. This F-250 has taken me all over North America with zero issues. I built it as my forever truck but as it goes, another truck stole my heart.”
2000 Ford F-250
The F-250 is fitted with a 7.3-liter Power Stroke that in stock form produces 260 horsepower and 350 pound-feet of torque (today’s example has been uprated with a CTS Edge 3 Tune). A long-lived engine is mated with impressive capability thanks to 4WD, high and low range, Warn manual locking hubs, ARB rear locker, 4.30 gearing, and more. Inside driver comforts include:
- Power steering, locks, and windows
- Air conditioning
- Cruise control
- Cupholders
- LED headlights
Distinguishing Features
- Carli Backcountry suspension with 2.5-inch springs, XHD rear leaf springs, and track bar
- Warn winch
- Four Wheel Camper Hawk
- ARB bull bar with SLEE fog light mounts
- Powder coated wheels with Falken Wildpeak A/T tires
- Dometic fridge
- LED headlights
This 2000 Ford F-250 with a Four Wheel Camper Hawk is listed for $55,000 OBO and is currently located in Ventura, California. Check the full vehicle specifications via the original Expedition Portal forum post here.
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