Ford F-Series

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Ford F-Series
Manufacturer	Ford Motor Company
Production	1948–present
Successor	Ford Super Duty (F-250 & F-350)
Class	Full-size pickup truck
Layout	Front engine, rear-wheel drive / four-wheel drive

The F-Series is a series of full-size pickup trucks from Ford Motor Company sold for over 5 decades. The most popular variant of the F-Series is the F-150. It has been the best-selling vehicle in the United States for 23 years and the best-selling truck for 31 years^[1], though this does not include combined sales of GM pickup trucks.^[2] Analysts estimate that the F-Series alone makes up half of the Ford Motor Company's profits in recent years. In the 10th generation of the F-series, Ford split the F-150 & F-250/350 into two different body styles. The new F-250/F-350 and the F-450 are generally called the Ford Super Duty.

Contents 1 First generation (1948–1952) 2 Second generation (1953–1956) 2.1 The 1954 Ford 3 Third generation (1957–1960) 4 Fourth generation (1961–1966) 5 Fifth generation (1967–1972) 6 Sixth generation (1973–1979) 7 Seventh generation (1980–1986) 8 Eighth generation (1987–1991) 9 Ninth generation (1992–1996/1997) 10 Tenth generation (1997–2003) 11 Eleventh generation (2004-2008) 11.1 Heritage Edition 11.2 Awards, sales accomplishments 11.3 2007 11.4 Foose Edition 11.5 Gallery 12 Twelfth generation (2009-) 13 Electric trucks 14 Notes 15 Footnotes 16 References 17 See also 18 External links

[edit] First generation (1948–1952)

First generation
Also called	Ford F-1 Ford F-2 Ford F-3
Production	1948–1952
Assembly	Cuautitlan, Mexico Dearborn, Michigan Edison, New Jersey Kansas City, Missouri Long Beach, California Norfolk, Virginia St. Paul, Minnesota St. Louis, Missouri Chicago, Illinois Hapeville, Georgia Highland Park, Michigan
Body style(s)	2-door pickup
Engine(s)	1948–1951: 226 CID (3.7 L) 95 hp (71 kW) H6 239 CID (3.9 L) Flathead V-8 100 hp (75 kW) V8 215 CID (3.5 L) Straight-6 (overhead valve) 101 hp (75 kW) I6 254 CID (4.2 L) Flathead 6 (L-head) 110 hp (82 kW) I6 337 CID (5.5 L) Flathead V-8 145 hp (108 kW) V8 279 CID (4.6 L) V8 145 hp (108 kW) 1952–1955: 317 CID (5.2 L) V8 155 hp (116 kW)
Transmission(s)	3-speed manual 4-speed manual 5-speed manual

The first F-Series truck (known as the Ford Bonus-Built) from Ford was introduced in 1948, replacing the company's previous car-based pickup line. It was a modern-looking truck with a flat, one-piece windshield and integrated headlights. Options were the "See-Clear" windshield washer (operated by foot plunger), passenger side windshield wiper & sun visor, and passenger side taillight. The F-1 truck was also available with additional chrome and two horns as an option. All F-series were available in "Marmon-Herrington All Wheel Drive" until 1959.

Design of the F-Series truck changed little from 1948 to 1952. From 1948-1950, the grill was a series of horizontal bars and the headlights were set into the fenders. For 1951 and 1952, the headlights were connected by a wide aerodynamic cross piece with three similarly aerodynamic supports. The rear window was wider in the later trucks and the dashboard was redesigned.

F-series trucks were built at sixteen different Ford plants. Serial numbers indicate the truck model, engine, year, assembly plant, and unit number. The most common model was the F-1 with a 6 ½-foot bed followed by the F-2 and F-3 Express models with an 8-foot bed.

The models are:

• F-1: 1/2 ton (4,700 GVWR max)
• F-2: 3/4 ton (5,700 GVWR max)
• F-3: Heavy Duty 3/4 ton (6,800 GVWR max)
• F-3: Parcel Delivery (7,000 GVWR max) & optional rear spring pkg (7,800 GVWR max)
• F-4: 1 ton (7,500 GVWR max) & optional 1 1/4 ton pkg (10,000 GVWR max)
• F-5: 1 1/2 ton: Conventional, school bus, and cab over engine (C.O.E.) (10,000-14,500 GVWR)
• F-6: 2 ton: Conventional, school bus, and C.O.E. (14,000-16,000 GVWR)
• F-7: Conventional (17,000-19,000 GVWR)
• F-8: Conventional (20,000-22,000 GVWR)

Engines:

• 1948–1951: 226 CID (3.7 L) Flathead 6 (L-head) (H or Rouge 226), 95 hp (71 kW) @ 3,300 rpm in F-1 through F-6
• 1948–1952: 239 CID (3.9 L) Flathead V-8 (R or Rouge 239), 100 hp (75 kW) @ 3,800 rpm in F-1 through F-6
• 1952–1953: 215 CID (3.5 L) Straight-6 (overhead valve), 101 hp (75 kW)
• 1948–1951: 254 CID (4.2 L) Flathead 6 (L-head) (M or Rouge 254), 110 hp (82 kW) @ 3,400 rpm in the F-6 only
• 1948–1951: 337 CID (5.5 L) Flathead V-8 (E or Rouge 337). 145 hp (108 kW) @ 3,600 rpm in F-7 and F-8 only
• 1952–1955: 279 CID (4.6 L) overhead valve V8 (EAL), 145 hp (108 kW) @ 3,800 rpm in F-7 only
• 1952–1955: 317 CID (5.2 L) overhead valve V8 (EAM), 155 hp (116 kW) @ 3,900 rpm in F-8 only

Transmissions:

• 3-speed light duty, F-1 only
• 3-speed heavy duty, F-1 through F-5
• 4-speed (spur gear), F-1 through F-6
• 4-speed Synchro-Silent, F-4 through F-6
• 5-speed overdrive, F-7 and F-8
• 5-speed direct drive, F-7 and F-8

1950 F-6 with a 254 CID straight-six

1951 F-2 with 226 CID flathead six

[edit] Second generation (1953–1956)

Second generation
Also called	Ford F-100 Ford F-350 Ford F-600 Ford F-250 Ford F-110 Ford F-260 Ford F-360 Ford F-900
Production	1953–1956
Assembly	Cuautitlan, Mexico Dearborn, Michigan Edison, New Jersey Kansas City, Missouri Long Beach, California Norfolk, Virginia St. Paul, Minnesota St. Louis, Missouri Sao Bernardo do Campo, Brazil Hapeville, Georgia Chicago, Illinois Louisville, Kentucky San Jose, California Wayne, Michigan Oakville, Ontario, Canada Highland Park, Michigan
Body style(s)	2-door pickup
Engine(s)	239 CID (3.9 L) Flathead V8 215 CID (3.5 L) I6 223 CID (3.7 L) I6 239 CID (3.9 L) Y-block V8 223 CID (4.5 L) I6 272 CID (4.5 L) Y-block V8

The F-Series was redesigned for 1953 with a more integrated look. The pickups also acquired their familiar names: The F-1 now became the F-100, the F-2 now became the F-250, and the F-3 now became the 1 ton F-350. Starting on the 1956 models, Ford offers the very rare "Low GVWR" versions of each model. Interior amenities were new, including a dome light, lighter, arm rests, and sun visors. On March 13, 1953, "Ford-O-Matic" automatic transmissions became an option.

Second generation trucks were built in Brazil from 1957 to 1962 as the F-100, F-350 and F-600.

The models are:

• F-100: 1/2 ton (5,000 GVWR max)
• F-110: 1/2 ton (4,000 GVWR max)
• F-250: 3/4 ton (7,400 GVWR max)
• F-260: 3/4 ton (4,900 GVWR max)
• F-350: 1 ton (9,800 GVWR max)
• F-360: 1 ton (7,700 GVWR max)
• F-500
• F-900

Engines:

• 1953 - 239 CID (3.9 L) Flathead V8, 100 hp (74.6 kW)
• 1953 - 215 CID (3.5 L) straight-six, 101 hp (75.3 kW)
• 1954-1955 - 223 CID (3.7 L) "Mileage Maker" straight-6, 115 hp (86 kW)
• 1954-1955 - 239 CID (3.9 L) Y-block "Power King" V8, 130 hp (97 kW)
• 1956 - 223 CID (3.7 L) "Mileage Maker" straight-6, 137 hp (102 kW)
• 1956 - 272 CID (4.5 L) Y-block V8, 173 hp (129 kW)

[edit] The 1954 Ford

The 1954 ford truck had the new over head valve V8 engine this had 230 CID and a 130 horsepower (97 kW) this was called the "Power King". 1954 also had the 215 CID engine with 110 horsepower (82 kW) the over head valve V6 was out for a year before in 1953 but it had a bore increase in power. 1954 had a lot of other good options such as power steering, which increased steering by 50%.^[clarify] This was only on the "Big Job". Power brakes where optional as well as turn indicators. The 1954 model is considered the start of the F-150 series reign of high quality trucks. The Canadian F-Series and M-Series (Mercury trucks) maintained the Flathead engines for 1954.

[edit] Third generation (1957–1960)

Third generation
Also called	Ford F-100 Ford F-350 Ford F-600 Ford F-250 Ford F-500
Production	1957–1960
Assembly	Cuautitlan, Mexico Dearborn, Michigan Edison, New Jersey Kansas City, Missouri Long Beach, California Norfolk, Virginia St. Paul, Minnesota St. Louis, Missouri La Boca, Argentina Sao Bernardo do Campo, Brazil Hapeville, Georgia Chicago, Illinois Louisville, Kentucky San Jose, California Wayne, Michigan Lorain, Ohio Oakville, Ontario, Canada
Body style(s)	2-door pickup
Engine(s)	223 CID (3.7 L) I6 272 CID (4.5 L) Y-block V8 292 CID (4.8 L) Y-block V8

The truck was restyled again in 1957 with a hood that now sat flush with the fenders and a new chrome grille. In the back, the traditional separate-fender body was now called flareside, while a new smooth-sided look was known as styleside. Four wheel drive drive-train, which was once outsourced to Marmon-Herrington is now produced in-house by Ford Motor Company in 1959 to the present time. Ford still offers a "Low GVWR" version of each model. In May 1957 Ford discontinued making all trucks at the Highland Park Ford Plant in Highland Park, Michigan. All heavy trucks were transferred to the Kentucky Truck Assembly in Louisville, Kentucky. All light and medium trucks were transferred to 10 other plants in the USA.

Third generation trucks were built in Brazil as the F-100, F-350 & F-600 from 1962 to 1971.

The models are:

• F-100 (F10, F11, F14): 1/2 ton (4,000-5,000 GVWR max)
• F-100 (F18, F19)(4X4): 1/2 ton (4,000-5,600 GVWR max)
• F-250 (F25, F26): 3/4 ton (4,900-7,400 GVWR max)
• F-250 (F28, F29)(4X4): 3/4 ton (4,900-7,400 GVWR max)
• F-350 (F35, F36): 1 ton (7,700-9,800 GVWR max)
• F-500 (F50, F51), : 1 1/2 ton (10,000-15,000 GVWR max)

Engines:

• 1958-1960 - 223 CID (3.7 L) I6, 137 hp (102 kW)
• 1958 - 272 CID (4.5 L) Y-block V8, 173 hp (129 kW)
• 1959-1960 - 292 CID (4.8 L) Y-block V8, 186 hp (139 kW)

[edit] Fourth generation (1961–1966)

Fourth generation
Also called	Ford F-100 Ford F-250 Ford F-350 Ford F-500
Production	1961–1966
Assembly	Cuautitlan, Mexico Dearborn, Michigan Edison, New Jersey Kansas City, Missouri Long Beach, California Norfolk, Virginia St. Paul, Minnesota St. Louis, Missouri General Pacheco, Argentina Sao Bernardo do Campo, Brazil Hapeville, Georgia Chicago, Illinois Louisville, Kentucky San Jose, California Wayne, Michigan Lorain, Ohio Oakville, Ontario, Canada
Body style(s)	2-door pickup 4-door pickup
Engine(s)	223 CID (3.7 L) I6 292 CID (4.8 L) Y-block V8 240 CID (3.9 L) I6 300 CID (4.9 L) I6 352 CID (5.8 L) FE V8

The truck was completely redesigned for 1961 with a wider look, and unibody trucks were built with an integrated cab and box from 1961-63. 1964 saw a return to the traditional separate cab and bed arrangement. Power was over 200 hp (150 kW) with the 1965 update of the powertrain. In 1965, the Twin I-Beam front suspension was introduced with coil springs. The 1965 and 1966 trucks have a "TWIN I-BEAM" emblem on the front fender. A 4-door crew cab version was also introduced in 1965, still a popular option. Ford still offered a "Low GVWR" version of each model.

The Camper Special was built heavier for the slide in campers that were becoming increasingly popular during this time.

In 1965, the name "Ranger" is first introduced as a styling package for the F-Series pickup trucks. Then later (1981) the name Ranger is used for Ford's compact series trucks; a non F-Series American competition for the foreign truck market at the time.

In 1965, the 300-cubic inch (4.9 L) Straight-6 was introduced. It had 7 main bearings and timing gears (no chain or belt).

The models are:

• F-100 (F10, F11, F14): 1/2 ton (4,000-5,000 GVWR max)
• F-100 (F18, F19)(4X4): 1/2 ton (4,000-5,600 GVWR max)
• F-250 (F25): 3/4 ton (7,400 GVWR max)
• F-250 (F26)(4X4): 3/4 ton (4,900 GVWR max)
• F-350 (F35): 1 ton (9,800 GVWR max)
• F-500 (F50): 1 1/2 ton (15,000 GVWR max)

Engines:

• 1961-1964 - 223 CID (3.7 L) straight-6, 137 hp (102 kW)
• 1961-1964 - 292 CID (4.8 L) Y-block V8, 186 hp (139 kW)
• 1965-1966 - 240 CID (3.9 L) straight-6, 150 hp (112 kW)
• 1965-1966 - 300 CID (4.9 L) straight-6, 170 hp (127 kW)
• 1965-1966 - 352 CID (5.8 L) FE V8, 208 hp (155 kW)

[edit] Fifth generation (1967–1972)

Fifth generation
Also called	Ford F-100 Ford F-110 Ford F-250 Ford F-260 Ford F-350 Ford F-360 Ford F-500 Ford F-501 Ford F-600 Ford F-700 Ford F-750 Ford F-850
Production	1967–1972
Assembly	Cuautitlan, Mexico Dearborn, Michigan Edison, New Jersey Kansas City, Missouri Long Beach, California Norfolk, Virginia St. Paul, Minnesota St. Louis, Missouri General Pacheco, Argentina Sao Bernardo do Campo, Brazil Hapeville, Georgia Chicago, Illinois Louisville, Kentucky San Jose, California Wayne, Michigan Oakville, Ontario, Canada
Body style(s)	2-door pickup 4-door pickup
Engine(s)	240 CID (3.9 L) I6 300 CID (4.9 L) I6 352 CID (5.8 L) FE V8 360 CID (5.9 L) FE V8 390 CID (6.4 L) FE V8 302 CID (4.9 L) Windsor V8

Another refresh came in 1967 along with a familiar name: the upscale Ranger trim line in addition to the base and Custom Cab trim levels. In 1968, federal regulations required all automotive manufacturers to add side marker reflectors or lights, so Ford redesigned the hood emblems to incorporate reflectors.^{[3] [4]}The same year the trucks received larger versions of Ford's FE engine family with the introduction of the 360 and 390 cubic inch engines which are among the smallest class of Big Block Motors. Also changed for 1968 were the heater controls, arm rests, interior door handles and window cranks, and the upper trim moulding on models so equipped. Rear side marker reflectors were also added to the lower bed side panels in 1968, per government regulations. The 302 V8 became an option in late '69. The top trim for 1970 was now named Ranger XLT with Ranger, Sport Custom and Custom rounding off the rest of the line. The fifth generation bodies were noted for durability and simplicity of design making them a favorite for restoration.

Some trucks came with an outer flush mounted bed side compartment/tool box on the passenger side only. Trucks from the Fifth Generation can be identified as to year model by their year specific grille arrangements.

After the 1968 models, Ford discontinued the "Low GVWR" versions.

Still available was the Camper Special option, along with the new Explorer Special (a trim package), Contractor's Special(including a behind the seat toolbox and 3/4 ton (F-250) suspension), Farm and Ranch Special, and Heavy-Duty Special. Most of these "specials" from 1967-72 were made in relatively low numbers and are now becoming increasingly difficult to locate.

The fifth-generation F-series was introduced in Brazil in 1971, which remained in production until circa 1992 ^[5] with a slight redesign and changes in its motorizations.

The Explorer and Ranger trim names were the name sake for the current-production Ford Explorer SUV and the soon-to-be discontinued compact Ford Ranger, which shares the same platform with the Ford Explorer.

In the 2007 film No Country For Old Men, Llewelyn Moss, played by Josh Brolin, drives a yellow 1972 F-100. Because the film is set in 1980, F-100's of the Fifth Generation and F-150's of the Sixth Generation are seen many times. The dead drug dealer Llewelyn finds drove a 1976 F-150. Llewelyn is even chased across the desert by Mexican outlaws driving a black F-150.

The models are:

• F-100: 1/2 ton (5,600 GVWR max)
• F-110: 1/2 ton (4X4)(4,200 GVWR max)
• F-250: 3/4 ton (7,500 GVWR max)
• F-260: 3/4 ton (4X4)(4,800 GVWR max)
• F-350: 1 ton (10,000 GVWR max)
• F-360: 1 ton (4X4)(6,000 GVWR max)
• F-500: 1 1/2 ton
• F-501: 1 1/2 ton (10,000 GVWR max)
• F-600
• F-700
• F-750
• F-800

Engines:

• 1967-1972 - 240 CID (3.9 L) straight-6, 150 hp
• 1967-1972 - 300 CID (4.9 L) straight-6, 170 hp (130 kW)
• 1967 - 352 CID (5.8 L) FE V8, 208 hp (155 kW)
• 1968-1972 - 360 CID (5.9 L) FE V8, 215 hp (160 kW)
• 1968-1972 - 390 CID (6.4 L) FE V8, 245 hp
• 1969-1972 - 302 CID (5.0 L) Windsor V8, 220 hp (164 kW)

[edit] Sixth generation (1973–1979)

Sixth generation
Also called	Ford F-100 Ford F-110 Ford F-140 Ford F-150 Ford F-250 Ford F-260 Ford F-350 Ford F-360 Ford F-500 Ford F-600 Ford F-700 Ford F-750 Ford F-800
Production	1973–1979
Assembly	Cuautitlan, Mexico Dearborn, Michigan Edison, New Jersey Kansas City, Missouri Norfolk, Virginia St. Paul, Minnesota General Pacheco, Argentina Sao Bernardo do Campo, Brazil Louisville, Kentucky Wayne, Michigan Oakville, Ontario, Canada
Body style(s)	2-door pickup 4-door pickup
Engine(s)	240 CID (3.9 L) I6 300 CID (4.9 L) I6 352 CID (5.8 L) FE V8 360 CID (5.9 L) FE V8 390 CID (6.4 L) FE V8 302 CID (5.0 L) Windsor V8 460 CID (7.5 L) 385 V8 351 CID (5.8 L) 335 V8 400 CID (6.6 L) 335 V8

The truck was redesigned in 1973. The grille for the 1973 model year featured two silver-metallic plastic inserts divided by an aluminum bar that was part of the main grille frame, with the letters "F O R D" spaced out in a thin rail in the upper part of the grille. Large round headlights were on either side of the grille with the park/turn signal lamps placed above in the same rail where the "FORD" lettering was. In 1976, this familiar "split-grille" design was facelifted slightly to feature black accents around the headlights and a refined appearance overall. In 1978, the round headlight design was retained for the regular Ranger and Custom trim levels. The XLT and "Lariat" trim level incorporated rectangular headlights with optional chrome headlight doors and chrome grille insert. The split grille design was overhauled in favor of a single-piece grille insert design. The headlights were also placed in a more stylized "insert" themselves, and the park/turn signal lamps were now placed below the headlights. A luxury Lariat trim was also introduced for 1978. In 1979, the round headlights were replaced by rectangular headlamps across all the trim levels and the surrounding grille insert that framed the headlamps was now available in either black, or chrome to match that of the aluminum grille frame. Additionally, an optional chrome-plated "F O R D" letterset could now be seen on the hood immediately above the grille.

In 1973, a new model was offered, the F350 SRW (single rear wheel) pickup. These were a new heavy duty pickup with contractors and camping enthusiasts in mind. The trucks rode on a longer wheel base chassis but were the same overall length as an F250 pickup. If you ordered the Camper Special package on an F350 SRW it became a Super Camper Special which was designed for the much heavier slide-in campers coming on the market at that time. Other changes included the 1974 introduction of the extended super cab version. The F-150 was introduced in 1975 to help circumvent coming emissions requirements. These came with a maximum payload of 2,275 lb (1,032 kg) when properly equipped. With the 1/2 ton F-100 still in production, the new F-150 was referred to as the "heavy half" ton by some people.

In 1976, the F-series became the best-selling truck in America, a position it has continued to hold since. This generation is noted for the durability of the body panels as Ford used extensive amounts of galvanized sheet metal to fight corrosion. 1977 was the first year for smaller cowl insignias moved near the windshield and the last year for the medium-duty F-500.

The GVRW ratings for these trucks was tied to a combination of wheel, spring, axle and brake combinations. The series code on the ID tag denote which model and from that it can be determined what weight rating each vehicle is as there is quite a range for some models. 4X4 trucks can also be identified by the VIN number and on the ID plate as a serial number beginning F10 is an F100 2 wheel drive but an F11 is an F100 4X4. F25/F26 etc... Also note that serial numbers beginning with an X are SuperCab models

In the 2007 film No Country For Old Men, Llewelyn Moss, played by Josh Brolin, drives a yellow 1972 F-100. Because the film is set in 1980, F-100's of the Fifth Generation and F-150's of the Sixth Generation are seen many times. The dead drug dealer Llewelyn finds drove a 1976 F-150. Llewelyn is even chased across the desert by Mexican outlaws driving a black F-150.

The models are:

• F100 F101 F102 F103 F104 F105 F106 F107 F108 F109 F10N: 1/2 ton (4,550-5,700 GVWR max)
• F110 F111 F112 F113 : 1/2 ton (4X4)(5,250-6,500 GVWR max)
• F150 F151 : "heavy" 1/2 ton (6,050-6,200 GVWR max)
• F140 F141 F142 F143: "heavy" 1/2 ton (6,050-6,500 GVWR max)
• F250 F251 F252 F253 F254 F255 F256 F257 F258 F259: 3/4 ton (6,200-8,100 GVWR max)
• F260 F261 F262 F263 F264 F265 F266: 3/4 ton (4X4) (6,500-8,400 GVWR max)
• F350 F350 F351 F352 F353 F354 F355 F356 F357 F358 F359 F35P: 1 ton (6,000-10,000 GVWR max)
• F-360: 1 ton (4X4) (8,550 GVWR max)
• F-500: 1 1/2 ton (until 1977)
• F-600
• F-700
• F-750
• F-800

Engines:

• 1973-1977 - 240 CID (3.9 L) straight-6, 150 hp (110 kW) @ 4000 rpm
• 1973-1977 - 300 CID (4.9 L) straight-6, 101 hp (75 kW) @ 3000 rpm
• 1973-1977 - 352 CID (5.8 L) FE V8
• 1973-1976 - 360 CID (5.9 L) FE V8, 145 hp (108 kW)
• 1973-1977 - 390 CID (6.4 L) FE V8
• 1973-1977 - 302 CID (5.0 L) Windsor V8, 130 hp (97 kW)
• 1973-1979 - 460 CID (7.5 L) 385 V8, 200-275 hp (not available in 4X4 models)
• 1977-1979 - 351 CID (5.8 L) 335 V8, 150-163 hp (122 kW)
• 1977-1979 - 400 CID (6.6 L) 335 V8, 169 hp (126 kW)
• 1978-1979 - 300 CID (4.9 L) straight-6, 114 hp (85 kW)

1973-1975 Ford F-100 XLT

1977 Ford F-150 Explorer

[edit] Seventh generation (1980–1986)

Seventh generation
Also called	Ford F-100 Ford F-150 Ford F-250 Ford F-350 Ford F-600 Ford F-700 Ford F-800
Production	1980–1986
Assembly	Cuautitlan, Mexico Dearborn, Michigan Edison, New Jersey Kansas City, Missouri Norfolk, Virginia St. Paul, Minnesota General Pacheco, Argentina Sao Bernardo do Campo, Brazil Louisville, Kentucky Wayne, Michigan Oakville, Ontario, Canada
Body style(s)	2-door pickup 4-door pickup
Engine(s)	300 CID (4.9 L) I6 302 CID (5.0 L) Windsor V8 351 CID (5.8 L) Windsor V8 400 CID (6.6 L) 335 V8 7.5 L 460 V8 6.9 L (420 CID) Diesel V8

The next major redesign came in 1980. The new truck had a squarer look, with sharp lines and flat panels. It was also the Ford's first use of an independent front suspension on 4X4 models. The Ranger trim line was dropped from the F-Series in 1982, since that name was to be applied to the new Ford Ranger compact pickup, which replaced the Ford Courier mini-pickup line. Trim options were now XL, XLS, XLT, and XLT Lariat. In 1982 the letters F-O-R-D were removed from the hood and a blue oval logo appeared on the grille

The big-block 460 CID V8 was dropped for 1980, but added again in 1983 along with the 6.9L V8 diesel option. In 1982, the 335-series "Cleveland" V8s were discontinued. The 351M was replaced by the 351 Windsor (an older design that now made its debut in light trucks), while the 400 vanished altogether (Ford's competitors had ceased selling engines in that size range a few years before). The 5.0L V8 switched over to fuel injection, first as an option in 1985 and then altogether in 1986.

The new Essex V6 was added in 1982, but dropped after 1983 and the 300 inline six continued as the standard engine through the series.

The F-100 was dropped as the base model at the end of 1983 and the now-familiar F-150 took its place as the base model F-Series truck for 1984. This generation also saw extensive use of galvanized body panels to fight corrosion which is now gaining them popularity among restorers.

The various changes that occurred between the 1981 and 1982 model years were accompanied by a slight cosmetic change- 1980-81 trucks have a plain grille with "FORD" spelled across the front of the hood in chrome letters, similar to the previous model. 1982-86 models had the letters removed, and a Ford blue oval placed in the center of the grille. This made the 1982 the first model year to feature a blue oval on the front, something that has been on every model that followed it.^[6] Also this generation saw many trim levels: 1980-1981: CUSTOM-This was the base model with manual locks/windows, vinyl seat and black rubber floor mat. RANGER- The intermediate trim level that added a color keyed floor mat, some extra chrome, and woodtone dash trim. RANGER XLT- A step up from the RANGER that added nicer seat trim, a color keyed headliner, color keyed carpeting, aluminum tailgate trim and optional power windows/locks. RANGER LARIAT- a step above the XLT that added a plusher interior. 1982-1986: STANDARD- basically the same as the CUSTOM of the 1980-1981 years. XL- this is basically a new name for the intermediate RANGER trim level for 1982 as the name "RANGER" is now used for Ford's new compact truck. XLS- a new for '82 trim level that featured a blacked out brille, bumpers and headlight trim. It also featured a stripe graphics package and black and silver dash trim. Available exterior colors were red and black. XLT LARIAT- the top of the line truck for '82 which featured floor carpeting, color keyed headliner, a standard chrome grille, and optional power windows/door locks. In 1985 the tailgate trim was changed to a "flat" full width aluminum with a red "reflector" towards the bottom with chrome FORD letters.

In Mexico, there is an "F-200" which was introduced in 1976. This variant remained until 1991.

The models are:

• F-100: 1/2 ton
• F-150: heavy 1/2 ton
• F-250: 3/4 ton (HD 8600 GVWR Max)
• F-350: 1 ton
• F-600
• F-700
• F-800

Engines:

• 1982-1983 - 232 CID (3.8 L) Essex V6
• 1980-1981 - 255 CID (4.2 L) Windsor V8
• 1980-1986 - 300 CID (4.9 L) straight-6
• 1980-1985 - 302 CID (5.0 L) Windsor V8
• 1985-1986 - 302 CID (5.0 L) V8, Windsor FI, 185 hp (138 kW)
• 1980-1982 - 351 CID (5.8 L) Ford 335 engine#351 V8
• 1983-1986 - 351 CID (5.8 L) V8 Windsor
• 1980-1982 - 400 CID (6.6 L) 335 series V8
• 1983-1986 - 460 CID (7.5 L) 385 series V8, 245 hp (183 kW)
• 1983-1986 - 6.9 L Navistar Diesel V8, 170 hp (127 kW)

[edit] Eighth generation (1987–1991)

Eighth generation
Also called	Ford F-150 Ford F-250 Ford F-350 Ford F-600 Ford F-700 Ford F-800
Production	1987–1991
Assembly	Cuautitlan, Mexico Kansas City, Missouri Norfolk, Virginia General Pacheco, Argentina Sao Bernardo do Campo, Brazil Louisville, Kentucky Wayne, Michigan Oakville, Ontario, Canada
Body style(s)	2-door pickup 4-door pickup
Engine(s)	5.0L V8 (150/250) 4.9 L (300 CID) 145 hp (108 kW) I6 (150) 4.9 L (300 CID) 150 hp (110 kW) I6 (250) 351 CID (5.8 L) 210 hp (160 kW) V8 (250/350) 7.5 L (460 CID) 235 hp (175 kW) V8 (350)
Transmission(s)	3-speed automatic 4-speed automatic 5-speed manual
Wheelbase	116.8 in 138.8 in 155 in 133 in 139 in 168.4 in
Length	194.1 in 215.9 in 232.2 in 210.2 in 245.7 in
Width	79 in
Height	69.8 in 72.1 in 71.9 in 73.2 in 73.8 in 74.6 in 74 in 73 in 75.7 in 76.7 in 77 in 73.4 in 78.5 in 73.9 in 74.1 in 78.3 in

The 1987 design was more streamlined, and maintenance items were made simpler. Rear antilock brakes were now standard, and the first truck to boast this. The manual transmission was revised with five speeds in 1988, and the flareside box was dropped. For 1987 the 4.9 L (300 CID) had standard fuel injection; for 1988, the 351 CID (5.8 L) and 7.5 L (460 CID) also gained fuel injection, with 1988 being the first year no carbureted engines were offered. 1988 also saw the replacement of the 6.9 L (420 CID) diesel V8 with a 7.3 L (445 CID) International Harvester IDI diesel V8(now making 180 hp (130 kW). and 365 ft·lbf (495 N·m). of torque).

Four wheel drive improvements included the addition of automatic locking hubs for the F-150 in 1989, and for the rest in 1991. Starting in 1980 (to 1996), Ford offered a four-wheel-drive swing arm independent front suspension called Twin-Traction Beam, or TTB. Based on its I-beam suspension from the mid '60s, Ford mounted a Dana differential in the driver-side (front) axle beam and transmitted torque to the passenger-side wheel with a double U-jointed axleshaft. Radius arms and coil springs were still used on the F-150's, while the four-wheel-drive F-250s and F-350s got leaf springs. The 5.0 L (302 CID) truck also had an optional "Touch Drive" electronic transfer case. Custom, XL, XLT, and XLT Lariat were the trim options available. Towards the end of this generation, there was the addition of the behind cab cargo light.

The "F-Super Duty" (which is exactly what the front fender badges stated) models appeared from 1987 to 1997. They were basically an F-450. They were used mostly for wreckers/tow trucks but also used in ambulances and various commercial/industrial vehicles. They were labeled on the door sticker as an 'incomplete vehicle' (chassis cab) due to the fact that there was no bed installed and an aftermarket bed (specific to its future use) was added after the truck's initial build date. It came with dual fuel tanks that included an in dash mounted toggle switch to select between the 'Front' & 'Rear' tanks while using only the one fuel gauge. It came with a PTO (Power Take-Off) used to power attachments (like winches or a dump bed) from the transmission. They were rated at approx 15,000 lb (6,800 kg) GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating). They came with either the standard 7.5 L (460 CID) gas V8 or the optional 7.3 L (445 CID) diesel V8. All wheels were 10-lug with DRW (Dual Rear Wheels). This model should not to be confused with the "Super Duty" commercial line of trucks starting with the 1999 model year.

The models are:

• F-150: 1/2 ton (6,250 lb GVWR max)
• F-250: 3/4 ton (8,800 lb GVWR max)
• F-350: 1 ton (11,000 lb GVWR max)
• F-Super Duty: 1 ton plus (15,000 lb GVWR max)
• F-600
• F-700
• F-800

Engines:

• 1987-1991 - 4.9 L (300 CID) straight-6, EFI, 150 hp (112 kW)
• 1987 - Windsor 351 CID (5.8 L) V8
• 1987 - 6.9 L (420 CID) Diesel V8, 170 hp (31 ft·lbf) (127 kW)
• 1987 - 7.5 L (460 CID)460 V8, 245 hp (183 kW)
• 1988-1991 - 460 7.5 L V8, EFI, 230 hp (172 kW)
• 1988-1991 - 7.3 L (445 CID)International IDI Diesel V8, 180 hp (134 kW)
• 1988-1991 - Windsor 351 CID (5.8 L) V8, EFI, 210 hp (157 kW)

[edit] Ninth generation (1992–1996/1997)

Ninth generation
Also called	Ford F-150 Ford F-250 Ford F-250 HD Ford F-350 Ford F-550 Ford F-600 Ford F-700 Ford F-800
Production	1992–1997
Assembly	Cuautitlan, Mexico Kansas City, Missouri Norfolk, Virginia General Pacheco, Argentina Sao Bernardo do Campo, Brazil Louisville, Kentucky Wayne, Michigan Oakville, Ontario, Canada
Body style(s)	2-door pickup 4-door pickup
Engine(s)	F-350: 351 CID (5.8 L) 210 hp (160 kW) V8 7.5 L (460 CID)240 hp (180 kW) V8 7.3 L (445 CID) turbo dsl 210 hp (160 kW) V8 F-250: 4.9 L (300 CID) 150 hp (110 kW) I6 5.0 L (302 CID)185 hp (138 kW) V8 351 CID (5.8 L) 210 hp (160 kW) V8 7.5 L (460 CID) 240 hp (180 kW) V8 7.3 L (445 CID) turbo dsl 210 hp (160 kW) V8 F-150: 4.9 L (300 CID) 145 hp (108 kW) I6 5.0 L (302 CID) 185 hp (138 kW) V8 351 CID (5.8 L) 210 hp (160 kW) V8
Transmission(s)	3-speed automatic C6 4-speed automatic E4OD 4-speed manual T18 5-speed manual M5OD 5-speed manual ZF5
Wheelbase	133 in 168.4 in 155 in 116.8 in 138.8 in
Length	213.3 in 248.9 in 235.3 in 197.1 in 213.3 in 219.1 in 197.2 in
Width	95.4 in 79 in
Height	79.8 in 71.7 in 73.4 in 74.9 in 77.5 in 73.7 in 74.3 in 78.3 in 73 in 76.6 in 76.8 in 73.9 in

The 1992 truck received a new aerodynamic-looking front end, a new dashboard, and the flareside bed returned. The Lightning Performance Truck appeared in 1992, with more than 20 industry "firsts" or pilot applications, including 17-inch aluminum wheels, gas-charged shocks, and performance handling developed by world-champion driver Jackie Stewart. A CD player option was new for 1994, as was a driver's-side airbag, "CHMSL" third brake light, brake-shift interlock, and CFC free A/C. Following the lead of the Explorer, an Eddie Bauer trim line was added for 1995.

Ford trailed rival General Motors in combined truck sales for much of the ninth generation, though sales steadily rose each year. 500,000 F-Series trucks were sold in 1992, but this rose to nearly 800,000 by 1996, and the Ford had overtaken the combined Chevrolet and GMC pickup sales for the first time in a decade.

The models are:

• F-150: 1/2 ton (6,250 lb GVWR max)
• F-250: 3/4 ton (6,600 lb GVWR max)
• F-250 HD: 1992-1997 Heavy Duty 3/4 ton (9,000 GVWR max)
• F-350: 1 ton (10,000 lb GVWR max)
• F-Super Duty: 1 ton plus (15,000&nbps;lb GVWR max)
• F-550 unknown
• F-600
• F-700
• F-800

Engines:

• 1992-1996 - 4.9 L (300 CID) straight-6, electronic fuel injection EFI, 4-speed manual transmission
• 1992-1996 - 4.9 L (300 CID) straight-6, FI, 150 hp (112 kW)
• 1992-1997 - 7.5 L (460 CID)V8, FI, 240 hp (179 kW)
• 1992-1994 - 7.3 L (445 CID)IDI Diesel V8, 185 hp (138 kW)/360 ft·lbf
• 1993-1994 - 7.3 L (445 CID)Turbo IDI Diesel V8, 190 hp (142 kW)/395 ft·lbf
• 1992-1996 - 5.0 L (302 CID)Windsor V8, FI, 185 hp (138 kW)
• 1992-1996 - 351 CID (5.8 L) Windsor V8, FI, 210 hp (157 kW)
• 1993-1995 - 351 CID (5.8 L) Windsor V8, FI, 240 hp (179 kW) Lightning
• 1994.5-1997 - 7.3 L (445 CID) Power Stroke turbodiesel V8, 210 hp (157 kW)/425 ft·lbf

[edit] Tenth generation (1997–2003)

Tenth generation
Also called	Ford F-150 Ford F-250 Ford Lobo (Mexico)
Production	1997–2003
Assembly	Cuautitlan, Mexico Kansas City, Missouri Norfolk, Virginia Sao Bernardo do Campo, Brazil Louisville, Kentucky Oakville, Ontario, Canada
Body style(s)	2-door pickup 3-door pickup 4-door pickup
Platform	Ford P platform
Engine(s)	F-150: 4.2 L (256 CID) 205 hp (153 kW) V6 4.6 L (281 CID) 220 hp (160 kW) V8 5.4 L (330 CID) 235 hp (175 kW), 360 hp (270 kW), 380 hp (280 kW) V8 F-250: 5.4 L (330 CID) 195 hp (145 kW) V8 4.6 L (281 CID) 220 hp (160 kW) V8 5.4 L (330 CID) 235 hp (175 kW) V8
Transmission(s)	4-speed automatic 5-speed manual
Wheelbase	120.2 in 138.8 in 157.4 in 119.9 in 138.5 in 157.1 in
Length	203.7 in 222.3 in 207.4 in 240.9 in 226 in 202.2 in 220.8 in 205.9 in 239.4 in 224.5 in
Width	79.5 in 79.8 in 78.4 in 79.1 in
Height	75.4 in 75.1 in 75.5 in 72.7 in 72.4 in 72.8 in 72.5 in 76.5 in 76.7 in 73.3 in 73.8 in
Related	Lincoln Blackwood

In February 1997, Ford sold off its class 8 heavy truck ("AeroMax" & "Louisville") operations to Freightliner LLC which were renamed Sterling (from an early White Motors brand). This was so that Ford could dedicate its Kentucky Truck Assembly facility to a more profitable light truck production of the upcoming all new F-250 to F-550 Super Duty series. Ford re-entered the class 6 and 7 medium-heavy duty truck market in 1999 with the introduction of the F-650 & F-750 Super Duty built at the Blue Diamond Truck Company plant in Escobedo, Mexico (which is a 50/50 joint venture of Ford and Navistar). The F-150 was then assembled at 3 locations; the Kansas City Assembly in Claycomo, Missouri, at Norfolk Assembly in Norfolk, Virginia and at the Dearborn Truck plant (which is a part of the large River Rouge Plant complex) in Dearborn, Michigan.

Ford took the aero styling to its conclusion for 1997 with an extremely round nose on the new F-series. The regular F-250 (light duty) was basically an F-150 with the same body panels but with heavy duty axles and suspension, along with odd 7 lug wheels. The F-250 HD (Heavy Duty) was considered in the same series as the F-350. With the arrival of the all new "Super Duty" series in early 1998, but labeled the 1999 model, the standard F-250 ('light duty'), F-250HD (Heavy Duty), & F-350 line was totally dropped and the F-250 (light duty) was offered as the "7700" package for the F-150 (noted on the tailgate emblem). A wide variety of body options were available: regular cab and SuperCab, standard or flareside boxes, and short and long beds. A new Lightning was introduced in 1999, and Harley-Davidson and King Ranch versions were also created. In 2001 the SuperCrew cab was introduced.

Sales of the F-150 surged in the tenth generation to 750,000 to over 900,000 in 2001 as the General Motors and Dodge products lagged. Ford's sales dropped, however, for the final years of this generation as the redesigned Dodge trucks were released.

The new F-150 was Motor Trend magazine's Truck of the Year for 1997 ^[7]. 1997 also marked the introduction of Ford's modular Single Overhead cam (SOHC) engines into the F-150. The grille was updated in 1999 and the SuperCrew was added to the lineup in 2001. Ford manufactured a limited run of "Heritage Edition" F-150s of this body style in 2004 (as 2004 model years) to finish out production.

Ford has found that the cruise control system in many of their trucks could catch fire, because the switch system could corrode over time, overheat and ignite. Ignition was later blamed on spillage from the adjacent master cylinder. On March 5, 2007 Ford recalled 155,000 2003 full-size pickups and full-size SUVs for the defective part. During the previous two years Ford had recalled 5.8 million vehicles in because of the defective cruise control systems in trucks, SUVs and vans. That recall, one of the largest in history, covered vehicles from the 1994-2002 model years. ^[8]

The models are:

• F-150: 1/2 ton (6,600 GVWR max)
• F-250: 1999 3/4 ton (7,700 GVWR max)
• F-250 Super Duty: 3/4 ton
• F-350 Super Duty: 1 ton (11,200 GVWR max)
• F-450 Super Duty: 1 1/4 ton chassis-cab only
• F-550 Super Duty: 1 1/2 ton chassis-cab only (19,000 GVWR max)
• F-650 Super Duty: oversized commercial truck cab (26,000 GVWR max)
• F-750 Super Duty: oversized commercial truck cab (33,000 GVWR max)

Engines:

• 1997-2003 - 4.2 L (256 CID) Essex V6, 202 hp (151 kW)/252 ft·lbf
• 1997-1998 - 4.6 L (281 CID) Triton V8, 220 hp (164 kW)/280 ft·lbf
• 1999-2003 - 4.6 L (281 CID) Triton V8, 231 hp (172 kW)/293 ft·lbf
• 1995-1998 - 5.4 L (330 CID) Triton V8, 235 hp (175 kW)/330 ft·lbf
• 1999-2003 - 5.4 L (330 CID) Triton V8, 260 hp (194 kW)/350 ft·lbf
• 1999-2000 - 5.4 L (330 CID) supercharged Triton V8, 360 hp (99-00 Lightning)
• 2001-2004 - 5.4 L (330 CID) supercharged Triton V8, 380 hp (01-04 Lightning)
• 1999-2004 - 5.4 L (330 CID) supercharged Triton V8, 340 hp (02-03 Harley-Davidson)
• 1999 - 6.8 L (415 CID) Triton V10, 275 hp (205 kW)/410 ft·lbf (Super Duty only)
• 2000-2003 - 6.8 L (415 CID) Triton V10, 310 hp (231 kW)/425 ft·lbf (Super Duty only)
• 1999-2003 - 7.3 L Power Stroke turbo-Diesel V8, 250 hp (186 kW)/525 ft·lbf (Super Duty only)
• 2003-2004 - 6.0 L (363 CID) Power Stroke turbo-Diesel V8, 325 hp (242 kW)/560 ft·lbf (Super Duty only)

Ford F-150 SVT Lightning	Tenth generation Ford F-150	F-150 SuperCrew Harley Davidson edition	Ford F-250 XL Regular Cab
F-150 Harley Davidson

[edit] Eleventh generation (2004-2008)

Eleventh generation
Also called	Ford Lobo (Mexico)
Production	2004-2008
Assembly	Valencia, Venezuela Cuautitlan, Mexico Kansas City, Missouri Norfolk, Virginia Sao Bernardo do Campo, Brazil Dearborn, Michigan
Body style(s)	2-door pickup 4-door pickup
Platform	Ford P2 platform
Engine(s)	4.2 L (256 CID)[9] 202 hp (151 kW) V6 4.6 L (281 CID)[9] 248 hp (185 kW) V8 5.4 L (330 CID)[9] 300 hp (220 kW) V8
Transmission(s)	4-speed automatic 5-speed manual
Wheelbase	Regular Cab: 126 in SuperCab XL & Lariat: 145 in SuperCab STX/FX4/XLT: 133 in Crew Cab: 139 in
Length	Regular Cab: 211.2 in SuperCab XL & Lariat: 229.8 in SuperCab STX/FX4/XLT: 217.8 in Crew Cab: 223.8 in
Width	Regular Cab: 78.9 in
Height	Regular/Crew Cab 2WD: 73.5 in Regular Cab 4WD: 75 in SuperCab XL/STX/XLT: 74 in SuperCab FX4: 76.1 in SuperCab Larit: 75.6 in Crew Cab FX4: 76 in
Related	Lincoln Mark LT

In 2004, Ford redesigned the F-150 using the new P2 platform. The side windows also changed to a Kenworth "Daylight Door" and Ford Super Duty-like appearance; dipping towards the front of the door. Initially, only Ford's 4.6 L Triton and new 3-valve 5.4 L 3V Triton V8 engines and automatic transmissions were offered on the new trucks. Work-oriented versions with an available 4.2 L Triton V6 and manual transmission debuted for 2005. This generation of F-150 is identifiable by the 3 total 'F-150' body badges with black numbers/letters on a chrome background (like the 2nd generation of Super Duty). This truck is also identifiable by the large blue Ford oval in the middle (like the 3rd generation of Super Duty) and the 'F-150' body badge to the left side on the tailgate.

The F-250 and F-350 Ford Super Duties (on the P3 platform) are considered to be a totally different class (over 8,500 lb (3,900 kg) GVWR) from the regular F-series lineup, even though they are also still considered an F-series.

All F-Series now have the 2 massive "closed loop" front tow hook design as opposed to conventional open hooks, which may bend out or even break. The F-Series can pull up to 30,000 lb (14,000 kg). with just one hook.

[edit] Heritage Edition

The previous F-150 was continued in production until the summer of 2004 as the Heritage model, but continues on sale in Mexico (with a redesigned grille similar to the new model) as a less expensive alternative to the more expensive new bodystyle.

[edit] Awards, sales accomplishments

The new F-150 earned the North American Truck of the Year award for 2004 and was Motor Trend magazine's Truck of the Year for 2004. It also beat the three-time winning Chevrolet Silverado for Car and Driver magazine's Best Pickup Truck for 2004 and 2005. Additionally, over 939,000 F-Series trucks were sold in 2005, a single-year sales record for trucks.

As a popular fleet vehicle, this generation of the F-Series has garnered a number of awards from fleet management professionals. The 2006 F-150 was named Fleet Truck of the Year by Automotive Fleet and Business Fleet magazines,^[10] and the 2007 models of the F-150, F-250 and F-350 were chosen Best Fleet Value vehicles in their respective categories by automotive data-analysis firm Vincentric.^[11] Winner of the 2006-2007 Golden Icon Award (presented by Travolta Family Entertainment) for "Best Truck".^[12]

[edit] 2007

For 2007, Ford introduced a complement to the existing FX4 model, the new FX2 Sport package (this truck is a 2 wheel drive truck with an appearance package).

The FX4 model is basically an Off Road 4x4. It has the same features as the standard 4x4 models plus better shocks, added skid plates (protecting the fuel tank and transfer case), 18-inch wheels with all terrain tires, ESOF (Electronic Shift-On-the-Fly) transfer case instead of the manual, a Limited Slip rear axle, and an 'FX4' decal on the back bed-side instead of the standard '4x4' one.

The 2007 F-150 comes in 7 different models: XL (starting at $19,200), STX (starting at $21,905), XLT (starting at $24,205), FX4 (starting at $30,750), Lariat (starting at $30,750), King Ranch (starting at $36,350), & the Harley Davidson (starting at $37,210).

For the 2007 F-150, depending on the model selected, there is a choice of 3 different gasoline engines & 2 different transmissions. Engine choices are a 4.2L EFI V6 (202 hp & 260TQ), a 4.6L EFI V8 (248 hp & 294TQ), and a 3-valve 5.4L Triton EFI V8 (300 hp & 365TQ). Transmission choices are a 5-speed manual (available only with the V6) or a 4-speed automatic (optional with the V6 and standard with either V8).

Also for the 2007 F-150, the special optional 3-valve 5.4L Triton EFI V8 FFV (Flexible Fuel Vehicle) is available. A FFV is a vehicle that operates on a blend of fuel ethanol and unleaded gasoline, containing up to 85 percent fuel ethanol. Should fuel ethanol (E-85) not be immediately available, this vehicle can operate normally on unleaded gasoline.

The 2007 F-150 has several options depending on the model. Choice of Limited Slip or non-Limited Slip in 3.31, 3.55, 3.73, 4.10:1 axle ratios. $350 for 'Trailer Tow Package' that includes a Class IV receiver, 7-pin wiring harness, upgraded radiator, and auxiliary transmission oil cooler. $1200 for 'Heavy Duty Payload Package'. $95 for the larger 35.7 gallon fuel tank. $645 for 'Deluxe Heated Seat Package'. $1295 for 'Rear seat DVD Entertainment System'. $995 for 'Power Moonroof'. $120 for 'Power Adjustable Pedals'. Just to name a few.

Ford states a properly equipped 2007 F-150 (Long Wheel Base, 2WD model only) can now tow up to 11,000 lb (5,000 kg) maximum and 1800-3050 lb maximum payload, though Ford has not indicated any design changes occurred to support the upgraded towing capacity numbers from the previous model years. The original tow rating of 9,900 lb (4,500 kg) was raised to 10,500 lb (4,800 kg) upon announcement of the new 2007 Chevrolet Silverado's 10,500 lb (4,800 kg) maximum towing capacity. Ford again raised the F-150's maximum towing capacity number to 11,000 lb (5,000 kg) upon announcement of the new 2007 Toyota Tundra's 10,800 lb (4,900 kg) maximum towing capacity. The 2004-2008 F-150 model years are mechanically identical, and no technical explanation has been offered by Ford regarding the increase in tow ratings.

The 2007 Lincoln Mark LT (starting at $39,050) is basically a high-end F-150 combined with luxury features.

Ford has reported that a smaller diesel engine will be an option for the F-150 in the near future, making it the only half-ton pickup in the U.S offering a diesel. Ford recently had said it's going to be a 4.4 L V8 derived from the euro-built 3.6 L diesel that is currently used in Land Rovers. It has an estimated power output of 330 hp (246 kW) and 515 ft·lbf (698 N·m) of torque.

The Eleventh Generation Ford F150 got top safety ratings from the NHSTA in frontal collisions. (5 stars)

Saleen offers their own OEM version of the F-150, badged as the S331. Additionally, Roush offers an aftermarket version with similar hp. The Ford F-150 Foose Edition is said to overpower the Dodge Ram SRT-10 as stated in CarAndDriver.com. Beginning with the second half of the 2007 model year, Ford offers the Saleen forced-induction package on the Harley-edition as an OEM option.

[edit] Foose Edition

2008 Ford F-150 Foose Edition debuted in fall 2007 and went on sale in 2008. Based on Ford F-150 FX2 Sport, it uses a Roush-developed powertrain. This is supercharged and has 450 hp (336 kW) and 500 lb·ft (680 N·m) of torque.^[13]

[edit] Gallery

Ford F-150 Super Crew

Ford F-150 SuperCab flareside

Ford F-150 FX4

[edit] Twelfth generation (2009-)

Twelfth generation
Also called	Ford Lobo (Mexico)
Production	2009-
Assembly	Valencia, Venezuela Kansas City, Missouri Dearborn, Michigan Sao Bernardo do Campo, Brazil
Body style(s)	2-door pickup 4-door pickup
Platform	Ford P2 platform
Engine(s)	4.6 L (281 CID) 2V 248 hp (185 kW) V8 4.6 L (281 CID) 3V 290 hp (220 kW) V8 5.4 L (330 CID) 3V 320 hp (240 kW) V8 4.4 L 330 hp (250 kW) V8 Turbo Diesel
Transmission(s)	4-speed automatic 6-speed automatic
Wheelbase	Regular & Extended Cab Short Bed: 126 in Regular & Extended Cab Long Bed: 144.5 in Extended Cab 8' Bed; 163 in Crew Cab: 138.5 in
Length	Regular Cab Short Bed: 211.2 in Regular & Extended Cab Long Bed: 229.8 in Extended Cab Short Bed: 217.8 in Extended Cab 8' Bed: 248.4 in Crew Cab: 223.8 in
Width	78.9 in
Height	Regular Cab Short Bed: 73.7 in Regular & Extended Cab Long Bed: 75.6 in Extended Cab Short Bed: 76.5 in Extended Cab 8' Bed & Crew Cab: 73.5 in

This article contains information about a scheduled or anticipated future automobile. It may contain preliminary or speculative information, and may not reflect the final version of the vehicle.

Ford revealed the next generation 2009 F-150 design at the North American International Auto Show in January 2008.^[14] The vehicle features a larger and more flexible interior, an updated three-bar grille, and additional choices of cab styles and trim levels. The chassis includes a lighter-weight high strength steel for better fuel economy and safety, and improved payload and towing capacity. Initial engine offerings include three V8 configurations: a flexible fuel 5.4L 3-valve Triton that is E85 capable with a new power rating of 320hp / 390lbs.ft of torque, a 4.6L 3-valve, and a 4.6L 2-valve. Late engine offerings for the 2010 model year also include a new 4.4 L diesel engine and an Ecoboost gas turbocharged direct injection V6.^[15]

The Lincoln Mark LT truck will be replaced by a Platinum edition F-150 in 2009.^[16]

The 2009 Ford F150 will feature front-seat side impact airbags and Ford's Safety Canopy System for the first and second rows as Head protection in the event of a side impact. It will also feature Ford's exclusive ADVANCETRAC RSC (Electronic Stability Control)

[edit] Electric trucks

Ford will supply Smith Electric Vehicles with a range of its Ford F-Series commercial vehicles as the chassis for Smith's US-specific vehicles. The first of these vehicles is the Faraday mark II, built using the Ford F650 chassis cab, with a gross vehicle weight (GVW) of up to 13,000 kg (29,000 lb). It manufactures of the first of this product in the second half of 2008. ^[17]

[edit] Notes

• Ford also manufactures F-Series medium-duty trucks (F-650, F-750). School bus chassis versions are sold as B-Series trucks. The 1961-1965 Ford Falcon Econoline flat nose pickup trucks and 1961-present vans are E-Series. Parcel delivery vans are P-Series. Big tractor trailer trucks are L-Series. There was also a class 8 cabover called the W-Series in the 60's-70's, replaced by the CL-Series in 1977.

• In Argentina and Brazil, the gasoline engines came prepared from the factory with slight modifications to also use them with alternative fuels E-85 Ethanol and Compressed Natural Gas. Biodiesel also is used in diesel engines.

• Prior to the F-650 and F-750 medium-duty trucks, Ford offered F-700, F-800 and F-900 medium-duty trucks that retained the door and aft cab (A-pillar back) style and structure from the previous generation F-Series, along with the dash and instrument cluster (from early 1980s models). Current models are based on the International 4000 Series chassis with a Ford F-Super Duty cab.

• A F-8000 was also produced based on the Ford Cargo cab-over range, which was similar to the 2006 and newer Ford LCF ("Low Cab Forward").

[edit] Footnotes

1. ^ Ford's Best Selling Pickups Add More Features For 2008 - Auto News - Truck Trend
2. ^ http://www.pickuptruck.com/html/autoshows/naias2006/gmc/interview1.html Pickuptruck.com "In 2005..Combined, Chevy/GMC bested Ford by about 34,000 units."
3. ^ http://www.fordification.com/images/67Ford_hood-emblem.jpg 1967 Ford F-100 hood insignia
4. ^ http://www.fordification.com/images/68-72Ford_hood-emblem.jpg 1968-62 Ford F-100 hood insignia
5. ^ http://72.30.186.56/babelfish/translate_url_content?lp=pt_en&trurl=http%3a%2f%2fwww2.uol.com.br%2fbestcars%2fcpassado%2ff1000-5.htm 1991
6. ^ Photo of an early model at [1]
7. ^ Motor Trend Trucks of the Year Winners List
8. ^ Ford F150 Recall Information - Ford Recalls & Problems
9. ^ ^{a b c} [2]
10. ^ New Chevy Impala and Ford F-150 Win Fleet Segment Awards - Automobile.com __ Auto News
11. ^ http://www.vincentric.com/bfvia_2007/bvia_index.asp
12. ^ "Zack Snyder's Film "300" tops in Golden Icon Awards", Axcess News, 2007. Retrieved on 2008-02-05. 
13. ^ New York Preview: Ford F-150 Foose Edition debuts
14. ^ 2009 Ford F-150 - Media.ford.com PR materials
15. ^ New 2009 FORD F-150: More Capability, More Choice, More 'Smart' Features For America's Truck - press release materials at Media.Ford.com - 13 January 2008
16. ^ 2009 Ford F150 Super Duty Ranger Trucks
17. ^ http://www.smithelectricvehicles.com/newsevents_news.asp?p=n&itemid=204

[edit] References

• A Ford F-Series History. Edmunds.com. Retrieved on November 8, 2004.

Chassis and model spec for 1957-1979 from Ford Master Parts Catalog

[edit] See also

• Ford Super Duty

[edit] External links

• Official site
• Ford Trucks at the Open Directory Project

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	0	1	2	3	4	5	6	7	8	9	0	1	2	3	4	5	6	7	8	9	0	1	2	3	4	5	6	7	8	9
Compact pickup	Courier			Ranger
Mid-size Pickup																						Explorer Sport Trac
Full-size pickup	F-Series 7G							F-Series 8G					F-Series 9G					F-Series 10G							F-Series 11G					F-Series 12G
																				Super Duty 1G						Super Duty 2G			Super Duty 3G
Van	Econoline 3G												Econoline/E-Series (after 2001) 4G																E-Series 5G
Compact SUV																						Escape
Mid-size SUV					Bronco II							Explorer Sport
												Explorer
Full-size SUV	Bronco																	Expedition
																					Excursion							Expedition EL/Max
Crossover																												Edge
																														Flex
																										Freestyle			Taurus X
Minivan							Aerostar
																Windstar									Freestar