2012 Ford Harley-Davidson F-150 loads up with power, and snakeskin leather

Fortified with snakeskin interior leather accents and 22-inch rollers, the Harley-Davidson edition of the Ford F-150 returns for 2012.

A white platinum tri-coat is also added for the new model year. Power comes from the 6.2-liter V8 rated at 411 hp and 434 lb-ft of torque. This rig can also tow 7,500 pounds, Ford says.

Ford has done 10 F-150s in Harley trim, and including all heavy-duty F-series models, the Blue Oval has sold more than 70,000 of them since 1999.

The exterior is highlighted new body graphics, and the familiar assortment of chrome and Harley badging returns. The cabin is loaded with leather and logos. The debut of snakeskin as an interior material draws inspiration from the tank inserts on top-shelf bikes.

The special-edition truck also gets Ford's usual array of electronic goodies, including voice-activated navigation, ambient lighting and remote start. And Ford says its engineers and designers have authentic Harley credentials--nearly all are owners of the iconic motorcycle.

Look for pricing to be in the comparable to the 2011 model, a spokesman said.

By Greg Migliore