Specifications: Ford F-Series F-100 III 4.5 272 V8 (171 Hp) Automatic 1956, 1957, 1958

1957 Ford F-Series F-100 III - Photo 1

Ford F-Series F-100 III 4.5 272 V8 (171 Hp) Automatic – Full specifications
General information
Brand Ford
Model F-Series F-100/F-150
Generation F-Series F-100 III
Modification (Engine) 4.5 272 V8 (171 Hp) Automatic
Start of production 1956 year
End of production 1958 year
Powertrain Architecture Internal Combustion engine
Body type Pick-up
Seats 2-3
Doors 2
Performance specs
Fuel Type Petrol (Gasoline)
Engine specs
Power 171 Hp @ 4400 rpm.
Power per litre 38.4 Hp/l
Torque 353 Nm @ 2100-2600 rpm.
260.36 lb.-ft. @ 2100-2600 rpm.
Engine layout Front, Longitudinal
Engine displacement 4457 cm3
271.98 cu. in.
Number of cylinders 8
Engine configuration V-engine
Compression ratio 8.3:1
Fuel injection system Carburettor
Engine aspiration Naturally aspirated engine

Space, Volume and weights
Max. weight 2268 kg
5000.08 lbs.
Trunk (boot) space – minimum 1274-1998 l
44.99 – 70.56 cu. ft.
Dimensions
Wheelbase 2794-2997 mm
110 – 117.99 in.
Drivetrain, brakes and suspension specs
Drivetrain Architecture The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle.
Drive wheel Rear wheel drive
Number of gears and type of gearbox 3 gears, automatic transmission Fordomatic
Front brakes Drum
Rear brakes Drum
Tires size 215/75 R15; 225/75 R15
Wheel rims size 7J x 15

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