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Hennessey VelociRaptor 500 Bronco Raptor: 500 HP Upgrade Guide

Yours Magazine · 10 Oct 2025 · 2 min read

Hennessey VelociRaptor 500 Bronco Raptor: 500 HP Upgrade Guide

Hennessey brings its signature performance expertise to the Ford Bronco Raptor, elevating power, style, and capability.

From Texas to the World

Founded in 1991 and headquartered in Sealy, Texas, Hennessey Performance Engineering has become one of America’s most respected tuning houses. Known for transforming vehicles from brands such as Ford, Chevrolet, and Ram, Hennessey focuses on enhancing performance while maintaining drivability and reliability.

All conversions are completed in-house by factory-trained technicians, with each build backed by a comprehensive warranty. Among its performance line-up, the VelociRaptor 500 stands out as a specialized upgrade for the Ford Bronco Raptor, blending off-road strength with Hennessey’s engineering precision.

Power Upgrade

At the core of the VelociRaptor 500 is Ford’s 3.0-liter twin-turbocharged V6 EcoBoost engine. Hennessey increases its output through:

  • A high-flow air induction system
  • A larger front-mounted intercooler with upgraded blow-off valve
  • Recalibrated engine management software

These upgrades lift performance to 500 horsepower and 550 lb-ft of torque (up from the factory 418 hp and 440 lb-ft). The result is sharper throttle response and stronger acceleration while preserving the Bronco’s factory durability.

All figures are dyno-proven — measured on a specialized machine that records an engine’s absolute power and torque output.

Exterior & Interior Enhancements

Hennessey complements the power gains with distinctive styling and functional upgrades:

  • 20-inch Hennessey alloy wheels paired with 35-inch off-road tires
  • Custom front and rear bumpers with integrated LED lighting
  • Hennessey and VelociRaptor 500 badging
  • Embroidered headrests and a numbered interior build plaque

The package gives the Bronco Raptor a more commanding stance and signals its limited-edition status.

Photo: Courtesy of Hennessey Performance Engineering

Warranty, Production & Pricing

Each VelociRaptor 500 comes with a 3-year / 36,000-mile limited warranty, underscoring Hennessey’s focus on reliability and customer assurance.

The upgrade package is priced at $32,950, excluding the base cost of the Bronco Raptor. Builds are carried out at Hennessey’s Texas facility, and international shipping is available for customers worldwide.

Availability

The VelociRaptor 500 is in production, and customers can either send their Bronco Raptor to Hennessey for conversion or order a completed vehicle through select dealers. Each build undergoes full testing and quality checks before delivery.

Sources:

  • Hennessey Performance Engineering, “Hennessey’s 500 HP VelociRaptor 500 Bronco Roars into Production”, Official Press Release, HennesseyMedia.com
  • Hennessey Performance Engineering, “VelociRaptor 500 Ford Bronco Raptor Reveal”, Official Press Kit, HennesseyMedia.com

Images: Courtesy of Hennessey Performance Engineering

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