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Ford Spectron Wheel Size

The Ford Spectron has a number of different wheel and tyre options. When it comes to wheel size, these range from 14x165 inches for Commercial in 1990.

Year Body Type Front Tyre Size Front Rim Rear Tyre Size Rear Rim
1990 Commercial 14x165 inches 14x165 inches
1989 Commercial 14x165 inches 14x165 inches
1988 Commercial 185SR14 185SR14
1987 Commercial 185SR14 185SR14
1986 Other 185 R 14 185 R 14
1986 Commercial 185SR14 185SR14
The dimensions shown above are for the base model. See All Ford Spectron Wheel Sizes

Ford Spectron Models Price and Specs

The price range for the Ford Spectron varies based on the trim level you choose. Starting at $2,860 and going to $5,500 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
1990 Commercial 2.0L, ULP, 5 SP MAN $2,860 $5,500
1989 Commercial 2.0L, ULP, 5 SP MAN $2,860 $5,500
1988 Commercial 2.0L, ULP, 5 SP MAN $2,640 $6,490
1987 Commercial 2.0L, ULP, 5 SP MAN $2,640 $6,490
1986 Other 1.8L, Leaded, 5 SP MAN $1,980 $3,080
1986 Commercial 2.0L, ULP, 5 SP MAN $2,640 $6,490
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Ford Spectron Dimensions

The dimensions of the Ford Spectron Commercial and Other vary according to year of manufacture and spec level.

Year Body Type Height x Width x Length Ground Clearance
1990 Commercial 1835x1645x4330 mm 195 mm
1989 Commercial 1835x1645x4330 mm 195 mm
1988 Commercial 1970x1690x4385 mm 195 mm
1987 Commercial 1970x1690x4385 mm 195 mm
1986 Other 1820x1630x4030 mm
1986 Commercial 1970x1690x4385 mm 195 mm
The dimensions shown above are for the base model. See All Ford Spectron Dimensions

Ford Spectron Fuel Consumption

The Ford Spectron is available in a number of variants and body types that are powered by ULP and Leaded fuel type(s).

Year Body Type Fuel Consumption* Engine Fuel Type Transmission
1990 Commercial 2.0L ULP 5 SP MAN
1989 Commercial 2.0L ULP 5 SP MAN
1988 Commercial 2.0L ULP 5 SP MAN
1987 Commercial 2.0L ULP 5 SP MAN
1986 Commercial 1.8L Leaded 5 SP MAN
1986 Commercial 2.0L ULP 5 SP MAN
1986 Other 1.8L Leaded 5 SP MAN
* Combined fuel consumption See All Ford Spectron Pricing and Specs for 1990