What engines were available in the Ford Ranchero per this brochure?

Three Ford V-8s: the 5.0 litre (302 cu. in.) 2V standard on all Rancheros, plus optional 5.8 litre (351 cu. in.) 2V and 6.6 litre (400 cu. in.) 2V engines.

What are the Ranchero's key dimensions?

Wheelbase 118.0", overall length 220.1", height 53.5", box length 74.8", and box width at wheelwells 48.2".

What exterior colors were offered?

14 colors: Russet Metallic, Dove Grey, Dark Midnight Blue, Creme, Light Chamois, Black, Polar White, Silver Metallic, Light Blue, Dark Jade Metallic, Dark Brown Metallic, Bright Blue Glow*, Light Jade Glow*, and Champagne Metallic (* = extra cost).

What transmission and brakes were standard?

The standard transmission was the SelectShift Cruise-O-Matic. Power brakes used self-adjusting 10.7" front discs and 11" x 2¼" rear flared drums with a dual master cylinder and foot-operated parking brake.

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Ford Ranchero brochure Specifications & Colors page with trailer-towing detail

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This is a specifications and colors page from a Ford Ranchero sales brochure. It lists key dimensions (118.0" wheelbase, 220.1" overall length, 53.5" height, 74.8" box length, 48.2" box width at wheelwells), power brakes with 10.7" front discs and 11" x 2¼" rear drums, DuraSpark solid state ignition with a 40 amp alternator and 41 amp-hr battery. Three V-8 engines are offered: the standard 5.0L (302 2V), and optional 5.8L (351 2V) and 6.6L (400 2V), with a bore/stroke table for each. Other specs include a 26-gallon rear fuel tank, power integral steering, front short/long arm suspension, four-link coil-spring rear suspension, tire options (G78-14B standard, G70-14B standard on GT), standard SelectShift Cruise-O-Matic transmission, and 14 x 6.0" wheels. A circled 'Trailer towing' section describes the Class III (up to 6,000 lb.) package, which requires the 6.6 litre V-8 and includes the Heavy-Duty Handling Suspension Package (1250-lb payload), Extra Cooling Package, 3.00 rear axle ratio, 60 amp alternator minimum, and wiring harness. The Colors column lists 14 exterior colors with swatches and notes the Tu-Tone option is available on the Ranchero 500 only.

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Frequently asked questions

What engines were available in the Ford Ranchero per this brochure?: Three Ford V-8s: the 5.0 litre (302 cu. in.) 2V standard on all Rancheros, plus optional 5.8 litre (351 cu. in.) 2V and 6.6 litre (400 cu. in.) 2V engines.
What does the Class III trailer towing package include?: Rated up to 6,000 lb., it includes the Heavy-Duty Handling Suspension Package (1250-lb payload), Extra Cooling Package, 3.00 rear axle ratio, 60 amp alternator (minimum), and wiring harness. It requires the 6.6 litre V-8 engine.
What are the Ranchero's key dimensions?: Wheelbase 118.0", overall length 220.1", height 53.5", box length 74.8", and box width at wheelwells 48.2".
What exterior colors were offered?: 14 colors: Russet Metallic, Dove Grey, Dark Midnight Blue, Creme, Light Chamois, Black, Polar White, Silver Metallic, Light Blue, Dark Jade Metallic, Dark Brown Metallic, Bright Blue Glow*, Light Jade Glow*, and Champagne Metallic (* = extra cost).
What transmission and brakes were standard?: The standard transmission was the SelectShift Cruise-O-Matic. Power brakes used self-adjusting 10.7" front discs and 11" x 2¼" rear flared drums with a dual master cylinder and foot-operated parking brake.