Ford LCF Powertrain and Chassis

A segment-exclusive V-6 diesel engine generates 200 horsepower and 440 pound-feet of torque. The Power Stroke 4.5-liter, V-6 diesel is paired with Ford's proven TorqShift five-speed electronic automatic transmission.

The standard powertrain also features the popular tow-haul mode to help when drivers tow loads up and down steep grades. Going uphill, the powertrain controller automatically adjusts the shift points to keep the engine in its maximum power zone with minimized gear hunting. When driving downhill, a tap on the brakes automatically downshifts the transmission to help slow the vehicle. An optional power takeoff provision also is available to run specialized equipment.

Ford LCF frame is the segment's strongest standard frame, with cross members joined by segment-exclusive Huck bolts for the highest assembly integrity and longevity.


Ford LCF Major Features and Options

L45: 4.5-liter, V-6 Power Stroke diesel; TorqShift five-speed automatic transmission; tilting front cab to allow ease of powertrain servicing; AM/FM audio system with clock; cloth-covered driver's seat and two-person passenger seat; cruise control; one-touch-down power driver window; power passenger window; power door locks; standard GVWR of 16,000 pounds; optional GVWR of 15,000 pounds; gross combined weight ratings (GCWR) to 22,000 pounds; and payloads up to 13,000 pounds.

L55 adds: standard GVWR of 19,500 pounds; optional GVWR of 17,999 pounds; GCWR to 26,000 pounds and payloads more than 13,000 pounds.



Milestones - Ford LCF

1928
Model A Open Cab Pickup and AA Chassis are introduced
1932
An all-new Model B pickup and new Model BB truck chassis are introduced,  along with the famous Ford "flathead" V-8
1952
Ford enters a new era in engine technology with an overhead-valve configuration
1953
F-900 places Ford in the Class 7 segment for the first time
1966
Power steering becomes available across the F-Series range
1968
Heavy-duty diesel engine first available
1969
Power brakes and air conditioning first offered
1969
Kentucky Truck Plant opens
1999
New Class 6 and Class 7 (F-650 and F-750) trucks introduced
2000
Luxury F-650 SuperCrewZer debuts
2002
F-750 models offer a 33,000-pound GVWR Tractor Package for beverage delivery
2006
Ford LCF introduced

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