Road Tests: Ford Transit 350LWB Dropside

Detailed Specifications and Dimensions

Model

Ford Transit 350LWB Dropside
Chassis Configuration:4x2, RWD
Design GVW:3,500kg

Engine

Ford Ford Duratorq direct-injection charge-cooled turbo-diesel, DOHC, 4 valves/cylinder
Fuel type:Diesel / DERV
Cylinders:4
Bore/Stroke:90 x 95mm
Capacity:2.4 litres
Compression Ratio:19.0:1
Maximum net power:118hp(88kW) at 4,000rpm

Transmission

MT75 five-speed synchromesh 'box 5-speed Manual
Ratios:3.87, 2.08, 1.36, 1.00, 0.76:1; Reverse, 3.49:1
Final Drive: 5.13:1

Chassis

Ladder-type steel chassis with steel cab
Braking:Dual-circuit hydraulic with ventilated discs and rear drums, parking brake acting on rear wheels
Steering:Power-assisted rack and pinion
Suspension:Front, independent MacPherson struts with variable-rate col springs and anti-roll bar; rear, live axle with leaf springs; gas p[ressurised shock absorbers front and rear
Wheels and tyres:6.5x16in steel wheels with 185/75R16 tyres
Fuel tank:80 litres
Eletrical system:12V
Axle design weights:Axle 1: 1,600kg
Axle 2: 2,450kg
Cab: single cab

Dimensions

Wheelbase:3,950mm
Cab width:2,200mm
Cab length:2,330mm
Front overhang:800mm
Cab floor height:800mm
Loading height:830mm
Loadspace dimensions:3,650mm x 2,130mm x 400mm