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Ford’s F-Series pick-up truck has a long history, dating back to the late 1940s, but in Australia it’s been on again, off again.
While it is now firmly on again, the last time it was sold here in the early 2000s, the F250 variant sold quite well.
It was available with a choice of a 4.2-litre turbo-diesel six, 5.4-litre petrol V8, and a huge 7.3-litre turbo-diesel V8.
The line-up currently starts at $47,850 for the F250 XL (4X4) and ranges through to $71,500 for the range-topping F250 XLT (4X4).
Check out real-world situations relating to the Ford F250 here, particularly what our experts have to say about them.
It’s not legal to use a 3500 kg rated tow vehicle to tow 4500 kg, and your insurance wouldn’t cover you in the event of a crash. Step up to the bigger vehicle, or maybe look at something like a RAM pickup.
You had to replace the airbags in some older vehicles built before the mid-1990s, but the airbags in vehicles later than that last the lifetime of the vehicle. There’s no real way of testing them to know they will work when needed.
Take it in as requested, even though you had the sensor replaced in 2006. It could be that Ford has an updated part that was developed since 2006 when they originally replaced yours. You don't know what part was used back then, it could simply have been another part of the sort that fails. You should take advantage of the offer of a new sensor. But at the same time Ford has acknowledged that there is a problem with the sensor, which should put you in the box seat to have the cost of replacing the sensor back in 2006 reimbursed. I would work through the dealer, and have him make a request of Ford for the money to be paid back.
VICTORIAN Autogas Supplies is developing a sequential gas injection system for the F250 and expects to have it available in six to eight weeks. Ph: 1800 620 945 for more details.
The price range for the Ford F250 varies based on the trim level you choose. Starting at $47,850 and going to $71,500 for the latest year the model was manufactured. The model range is available in the following body types starting from the engine/transmission specs shown below.
| Year | Body Type | Specs | Price from | Price to | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 | Ute | 7.3L, Diesel, 6 SP MAN | $47,850 | $71,500 | |
| 2006 | Ute | 5.4L, ULP, 4 SP AUTO | $44,440 | $69,300 | |
| 2005 | Ute | 7.3L, Diesel, 6 SP MAN | $36,520 | $69,300 | |
| 2004 | Ute | 7.3L, Diesel, 6 SP MAN | $34,650 | $69,300 | |
| 2003 | Ute | 4.2L, Diesel, 5 SP MAN | $32,340 | $69,300 | |
The Ford F250 has maximum towing capacity of 3500kg for the latest model available.
| Year | Body Type | Braked Capacity from | Braked Capacity to | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 | Ute | 3500kg | 3500kg | |
| 2006 | Ute | 3500kg | 3500kg | |
| 2005 | Ute | 3500kg | 3500kg | |
| 2004 | Ute | 3500kg | 3500kg | |
| 2003 | Ute | 1496kg | 3500kg | |
The dimensions of the Ford F250 Ute vary according to year of manufacture and spec level.
| Year | Body Type | Height x Width x Length | Ground Clearance | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 | Ute | 1963x2031x6289 mm | 205 mm | |
| 2006 | Ute | 1963x2031x6289 mm | 205 mm | |
| 2005 | Ute | 1963x2031x6289 mm | 205 mm | |
| 2004 | Ute | 1963x2031x6289 mm | 205 mm | |
| 2003 | Ute | 1935x2031x5644 mm | 207 mm | |
The Ford F250 has a number of different wheel and tyre options. When it comes to tyres, these range from 265x75 R16 for Ute in 2007 with a wheel size that spans from 16x7 inches.
| Year | Body Type | Front Tyre Size | Front Rim | Rear Tyre Size | Rear Rim | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 | Ute | 265x75 R16 | 16x7 inches | 265x75 R16 | 16x7 inches | |
| 2006 | Ute | 265x75 R16 | 16x7 inches | 265x75 R16 | 16x7 inches | |
| 2005 | Ute | 265x75 R16 | 16x7 inches | 265x75 R16 | 16x7 inches | |
| 2004 | Ute | 265x75 R16 | 16x7 inches | 265x75 R16 | 16x7 inches | |
| 2003 | Ute | 235x85 R16 | 16x7 inches | 235x85 R16 | 16x7 inches | |
The Ford F250 is available in a number of variants and body types that are powered by ULP and Diesel fuel type(s).
| Year | Body Type | Fuel Consumption* | Engine | Fuel Type | Transmission | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 | Ute | — | 5.4L | ULP | 4 SP AUTO | |
| 2007 | Ute | — | 7.3L | Diesel | 6 SP MAN | |
| 2006 | Ute | — | 5.4L | ULP | 4 SP AUTO | |
| 2006 | Ute | — | 7.3L | Diesel | 6 SP MAN | |
| 2005 | Ute | — | 5.4L | ULP | 4 SP AUTO | |
| 2005 | Ute | — | 7.3L | Diesel | 6 SP MAN | |
| 2004 | Ute | — | 5.4L | ULP | 4 SP AUTO | |
| 2004 | Ute | — | 7.3L | Diesel | 6 SP MAN | |
| 2003 | Ute | — | 4.2L | Diesel | 5 SP MAN | |
| 2003 | Ute | — | 5.4L | ULP | 4 SP AUTO | |
