The F-450 looks great in front of a rugged rock background | It starts with a 2016 Ford F-450 Super Duty chassis equipped with the powerful 6.7L Powerstroke V8 Turbo Diesel. But that’s just the beginning. This F-450 is definitely not your average pickup.Here at K&N we like to approach the calendar with the most eye-catching vehicles in mind. In past calendar shoots, K&N has featured a 1967 Pontiac Bonneville, 599 and 498 Italia Ferraris, a 1951 Ford Shoebox, and even a 1932 Ford Roadster pickup, just to name a few. When we saw the custom Ford F-450 that US Specialty Vehicles had to offer, we knew this was a definite candidate. US Specialty Vehicles is located in Rancho Cucamonga, California, and produces custom vehicles of the utmost quality. Their vehicles integrate traditional SUV aesthetics with proprietary designs and technological innovations creating truly exceptional products for their customers. USSV’s claim to fame is “creating awe-inspiring vehicles for those who want to stand out from the crowd. A perfect meeting of heavy-duty, rugged exterior and lush, luxurious interior.” 
The interior of the USSV Rhino GX is leather wrapped with dark wood and silver accents | So on to their trademark “Rhino GX”! This “truck” has been upgraded with a dual-layer cold steel & roll cage, steel body panels and composite fenders/bumpers, and includes heavy duty running boards as well. These features are important for taking this behemoth off road and ensuring that the driver and passengers remain safe through their journey.Some of the interior features include designer premium leather seats, power front windows, locks and power telescoping side mirrors. It comes with a Securilock passive anti-theft system to keep the thieves at bay and even 2nd row independent 8-way power seats! One of our favorites is the leather wrapped dash and steering, along with the doors that accompany storage and accent lights. The interior is leather wrapped with dark wood and silver accents. It also consists of a suede headliner, carpet with custom front and middle row USSV floor mats and coated stainless entry steps w/ USSV brand emblems reminding you of where this quality comes from. The navigation system is an App-Tronics Smart Nav 5 Navigation System which also features a backup camera with ultrasonic parking radar. 
Hundreds of hours went into customizing this F450 to make it the ultimate in luxury and performance | Now we know, as auto enthusiasts you are looking for the engine, drivetrain and suspension features. Well here they come. As stated earlier, it’s equipped with a 6.7L Powerstroke V8 turbo diesel, but also comes in a 6.8L V10 gas engine, if that’s what gets your pistons roaring. It has a 5-speed automatic transmission and of course is four-wheel drive. The F-450 features power assist steering, and has two front solid twin-coil monobeams w/1.38” shock absorbers. It has a back smart hydraulic suspension system, carried by 20x10-inch aluminum custom wheels wrapped in 38-inch Toyo Open Country M/T tires with a heavy duty spare tire carrier to ensure a trip home from the trail. 
The F-450 was shot and used in the 2017 K&N Calendar featuring Ashley Wilke and Karol Priscilla | Some of the safety and security features include advanced multi-stage front airbags, front side curtain airbags and front seat side airbags as well. High intensity light bars are mounted to the front and side roof of the Rhino GX, for a remarkable night time look and added off-road functionality. The front sway bar has been upgraded, while the smart hydraulic suspension roll over protection algorithm maximizes driving safety. Remember, when you’re pushing your off-road vehicle to the limit, any safety measure could change the means of your return.We mentioned the power, safety, and technical knick knacks, but what about luxury? This F-450 has it too. It comes with premium leather luxury power seats with heat control and foot rests, to keep you kicked back and comfortable while enjoying the beautiful view outside the custom applied sunroof USSV has fabricated. Or if that’s not your style put the partition up if want watch some football on the 40” TV while chatting with the driver on the intercom system. What doesn’t this SUV have? 
The entire length of the USSV Rhino GX is 225” without the spare tire. | If all these features aren’t enough to get your blood flowing, then maybe the exotic wood/leather/chrome trim and center console with armrest controls will spark your interest. This “truck” even comes with a KVH TRAC Vision A9 satellite receiver!When we were approached to have this vehicle in the K&N calendar, our excitement could hardly be contained. US Specialty Vehicles claims “the USSV Rhino GX is simply the SUV above all SUVs”. And after seeing and shooting it in person, we agree wholeheartedly. To order your 2017 K&N Calendar and see more of the USSV Rhino GX, visit our calendar page. You can choose from a standard wall calendar or our huge shop calendar that is essentially just 12 full size posters with dates at the bottom. But whichever one you choose, you will fully enjoy the vehicles within. |
