Liquefied Petroleum Gas
Liquefied petroleum gas (LPG), also known as Propane Autogas, is a
mixture of hydrocarbon gases, most commonly propane and butane. Instead
of relying on imported oil, approximately 90% of the United States
propane supply is produced domestically. 70% of the remaining supply is
imported from Canada and Mexico. What’s more, propane is non-toxic and
cannot get into the water table if there is a storage container leak.
Economically, propane is an effective alternative to conventional
transportation fuels when considering capital cost, operation, and
maintenance.
Propane Autogas is already the third
most widely used engine fuel behind gasoline and diesel, due largely in
part to an existing national infrastructure. Thousands of refueling
stations, an established distribution process, and more than 2,500
public propane locations make LPG readily available throughout the
United States. These fueling stations are present in every state and
more keep popping up, making refueling as convenient as ever. In
addition, installation of on-site dispensing is easy and affordable for
fleets across the country.
There are two options for LPG refueling: skid-mount and permanent stations. With skid-mount, aboveground refueling stations typically come pre-assembled and are inexpensive to install. Permanent stations, on the other hand, feature a fixed tank system stored underground. Both options have dispensers for ease of use, similar to gasoline refueling. For your commercial fleet, there are several federal and state tax incentives promoting the installation of new propane fueling structures and using liquefied petroleum gas exclusively.
There are two options for LPG refueling: skid-mount and permanent stations. With skid-mount, aboveground refueling stations typically come pre-assembled and are inexpensive to install. Permanent stations, on the other hand, feature a fixed tank system stored underground. Both options have dispensers for ease of use, similar to gasoline refueling. For your commercial fleet, there are several federal and state tax incentives promoting the installation of new propane fueling structures and using liquefied petroleum gas exclusively.
Benefits
With LPG your fleet will experience unchanged power, acceleration,
payload, and cruise speeds due to aperformance equivalent to gasoline
fueled vehicles. Propane Autogas also has a high octane rating of 104,
which is in-between CNG (130) and unleaded gasoline (87). From an
efficiency standpoint, LPG burns with very minimal combustion emissions,
reducing carbon and sulfur dispersions. Maintenance wise, several
fleets have reported prolonged commercial fleet service lives 2 – 3
years longer than gasoline, as well as extended intervals.
Considerations
Propane Autogas contains fewer BTUs than gasoline, resulting in 27% less
energy usage when compared to one gallon of crude oil. Fewer miles on a
tank of fuel may also be factored in determining which alternative fuel
best improves your fleet operations.
Roush Clean Tech
South Bay Ford is excited to team up with ROUSH CleanTech to
fulfill all of your liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) needs. As an
authorized ROUSH CleanTech Ford Dealership, we make the process easy:
just order your vehicle with a gaseous fuel prep package and include the
ROUSH CleanTech ship-thru code. You also have the choice of
retrofitting previous model year vehicles. Please contact us for more
information.
With Propane Autogas your
operating costs are substantially reduced, lowering your bottom line.
Managers who have already made the switch are finding that they can
lower their fuel costs by 30 to 40 percent when compared to gasoline,
along with less maintenance fees. Not only will your operating costs
improve dramatically, they will come without sacrificing performance. A
Ford vehicle equipped with the ROUSH CleanTech LPG fuel system delivers
the same horsepower, torque, and towing capacity as a gasoline-powered
one. ROUSH also promises consistency and reliability through inclement
weather and changes in altitude, which means your propane will always
stop and start. By keeping your factory warranty intact, ROUSH CleanTech
fuel systems can be serviced at South Bay Ford as we provide the
diagnostic equipment that complies with ROUSH’s uncompromising
standards.
ROUSH has engineered a system
designed to fit within the same mounting points of the original
vehicle’s gasoline system, making the switch to alternative fuel hassle
free. The parts involved in this system include:
Stainless steel fuel lines
Fuel rail assembly
Fuel injectors
Fuel tank
Recalibrated PCM (Powertrain Control Module)
Models used by Roush
| MODELS | FUEL CAPACITY | APPLICATION | TECH SPECS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ford F-250 / F-350 (6.2L V8) | In-bed tank: 38 gal. usable Under-bed tank: 21 gal. usable | 4x4 or 4x2 All bed configurations (on some models) All body configurations All rear axle configurations All trims | EPA & CARB approved GVWR: <13,300 lbs. Requires “98F” gaseous fuels prep 2012 – Newer model year GVWR: 7,110 – 14,000 lbs. Mandatory Trailer Tow Package Transmission: 6-Speed Automatic |
| Ford E-150 / E-250 / E-350 (5.4L V8) | Mid-ship tank: 25 gal. usable Extended range tank: 46 gal. usable | Extended or regular Cargo van, club wagon All rear-axle configurations 4-speed automatic transmission All trims | EPA & CARB Approved GVWR: <10,000 lbs. Requires “91G” gaseous fuels prep 2012 – Newer model year GVWR: < 8,600 lbs. (E-150); < 9,000 lbs. (E-250); < 9,500 lbs. (E-350) Transmission: 4-Speed Automatic |
| Ford E-450 DRW Cutaway (6.8L V10) | Aft-axle tank: 41 gal. usable | 158” / 176” wheelbase 186” / 190” stretched chassis Stripped chassis All trims | EPA & CARB approved GVWR: 14,500 lbs. Requires “91G” gaseous fuels prep 2012 – Newer model year Transmission: 5-Speed Automatic |
| Ford F-450 / F-550 / F-650 Chassis Cab (6.8L V10) | Aft-cab tank: 50 gal. usable Shuttle tank: 67 gal. usable Skirted tank (F-650): 45 gal. usable Non-Skirted tank (F-650): 83 gal. usable | 4x4 or 4x2 All bed configurations All body configurations All axle configurations All trims | EPA & CARB approved GVWR: 16,500 – 19,500 lbs. Requires “98G” gaseous fuels prep 2012 – Newer model year GVWR: 19,500 lbs. (F-450 / F-550); 30,000 lbs. (F-650) Transmission: 5-Speed Automatic (F-450 / F-550); 6-Speed Automatic (F-650) |
| Ford F-59 / F-53 / E-450 Stripped Chassis (6.8L V10) | Aft rear-axle tank: 67 gal. usable (F-59 / E-450) Aft rear-axle tank: 41 gal. usable (E-450) | All cab configurations All wheelbase configurations All trims | 2013 – Newer model year EPA & CARB approved Requires “98G” gaseous fuels prep 2013 – newer model years GVWR: < 22,000 lbs. (F-59); < 26,000 lbs. (F-53); 14,500 lbs. (E-450) Transmission: 5-Speed Automatic |
Compliance
• FMVSS: Yes
• NHTSA: Yes
• EPA: Yes
• CARB: Yes
Learn More About LPG:
State Propane Laws and Incentives
Warranty Information
Savings Calculator
ROUSH CleanTech iPad App
LPG Fueling Stations:
U.S. Department of Energy – Alternative Fueling Station Locator
Heritage Propane – Station Locator
Ferrellgas – Station Locator
AmeriGas – Station Locator
Drive Alternatives
Arro Autogas
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