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Ford F-Series F-250 VI Regular Cab 7.5 460 V8 (220 Hp) Automatic
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Ford F-Series F-250:
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VI Regular Cab Overview:
Ford F-Series F-250 (VI Regular Cab). Rear‑wheel drive offers dynamic handling and sporty feedback. A vehicle with an open cargo bed at the back, suitable for transporting goods. Seating for 3 makes it ideal for daily use.
7.5 460 V8 (220 Hp) Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Combines the formidable power of the 220 Hp 460 V8 with the ease of an automatic transmission, making heavy work less strenuous and more accessible.
Fuel Economy
Expect significant fuel consumption, as this engine is designed for power and capability, not efficiency, typical for a big block.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Legendary durability and robust construction, built to last
- • Wide range of powerful V8 and reliable Inline-6 engine options
- • Excellent towing and hauling capabilities for its era
- • Simple, easy-to-maintain mechanicals, appealing to DIYers
- • Classic American truck styling with a strong enthusiast following
Cons:
- • Poor fuel economy across all engine options by modern standards
- • Lack of modern safety features and crash test ratings
- • Basic interior comfort and amenities, not designed for luxury
- • Rough ride quality, especially when unloaded, typical of heavy-duty trucks
- • Steering and handling are typical of a heavy-duty truck of its age, requiring effort
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(VI SuperCab: 1975 - 1979).
| General: | |
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| Brand: | Ford |
| Model: | F-Series F-250 |
| Generation: | VI Regular Cab |
| Modification (Engine): | 7.5 460 V8 (220 Hp) Automatic |
| Start of production: | 1977 |
| End of production: | 1979 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Pick-up |
| Seats: | 3 |
| Doors: | 2 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 220 Hp |
| Power per litre: | 29.2 Hp/l |
| Engine displacement: | 7538 |
| Number of cylinders: | 8 |
| Engine configuration: | V-engine |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Carburettor |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Piston Stroke: | 97.79 mm mm |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Max. weight: | 3583 |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 2084 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 73 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Wading depth: | 681 mm |
| Length: | 5215 mm mm [147mm less] |
| Wheelbase: | 3378 mm mm [153mm less] |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Rear wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 4 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Gearbox type | Cruise-O-Matic |
| Front brakes | Disc [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Drum [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Power steering | Electric Steering |
| Tires size | 215/85 R16.5 |
| Wheel rims size | 6J x 16.5 |
| Front suspension | Independent coil spring, Transverse stabilizer |
| Rear suspension | Transverse stabilizer, Leaf spring |
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