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Ford F-Series ninth generation

The ninth generation of the Ford F-Series is a lineup of trucks that were produced by Ford from the 1992 to 1998 model years. The final generation of the F-Series to include a complete range of trucks from a half-ton F-150 pickup truck to a medium-duty F-800 commercial truck, this is the third generation of the F-Series body and chassis introduced for 1980. To improve the aerodynamics of the exterior, the front fascia underwent a substantial revision to its design. The Flareside bed design made its return, following a substantial change in its design. In 1996, the tenth-generation F-Series was released (including the F-150) for the 1997 model year. The ninth-generation F-250 and F-350 remained in production through the 1997 and 1998 model years, respectively. For 1999, the heavier-duty model lines were replaced by Ford Super Duty trucks, a brand also adopted for Ford medium-duty trucks.

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Predecessor: Ford F-Series eighth generation · Successor: Ford F-Series tenth generation

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Design history

In the interest of aerodynamics, the lines of the hood, front fenders, and grille were rounded off for 1992. Along with the larger grille, the headlights were enlarged (with the turn signals again moving below). Inside, the interior was updated with a redesigned dashboard along with new seats. Extended-cab (SuperCab) models received larger rear side windows. A notable change included the reintroduction of the Flareside bed that returned for production since 1987. Instead of the previous classic-style bed, the Flareside bed was now a narrow-body version of the dual rear-wheel bed; the rear fenders were repositioned to fit the width of the cab. Also, unlike with the classic Flareside bed, dual gas tanks were available with it, but only for 2-wheel-drive models. There are also F-150 badges being replaced by special Flareside badging as seen on the front fenders. The 1994 models brought a slightly updated dashboard and the addition of a standard driver's-side airbag on F-150s and light-duty F-250s only, center high mount stop lamp (CHMSL), brake-shift interlock, and CFC-free air conditioning. New options for 1994 included remote keyless entry with alarm, a compact disc player fitted into the regular stereo system, and a power driver's seat; an electrochromic inside rear view mirror was also offered for 1994 and 1995 as part of a luxury light package. Ford trailed its rival General Motors in combined truck sales for much of the ninth generation, though sales steadily rose each year. About 500,000 F-Series trucks were sold in 1992, but this rose to nearly 800,000 by 1996, allowing Ford to overtake combined sales of Chevrolet and GMC trucks for the first time in a decade.

Trims

Custom (1992 only) – Included: Cargo box light, tinted glass, argent grille, steel wheels with hubcaps, color-keyed floormats, an AM radio with digital clock and two speakers (which may be deleted for credit), vinyl bench seat, and voltmeter, oil pressure, and temperature gauges. Special (1995–1996; F-150 only) – same as Custom. XL (1992–1997) – Added: argent steel wheels, air conditioning, a cloth bench seat, and a rear bench on the SuperCab only. XLT (1992–1997) – Added: Black rub strip, chrome grille, deep-dish aluminum wheels, carpeted map pockets, an AM/FM stereo with digital clock and two speakers, and a cloth and vinyl bench seat. Nite (1992) – Included: All blacked-out exterior trim, either a pink or blue/purple stripe, and a "Nite" decal on the sides of the cargo box. Was only available in raven black and on F-150 models equipped with a V8 engine. SVT Lightning (1993–1995) – Added (from XLT trim): 5-spoke aluminum rims, an AM/FM stereo with cassette player, digital clock and four speakers, power windows and locks, and air conditioning. Eddie Bauer (1995–1996, F-150 only) – Added (from XLT trim): slotted front bumper, Eddie Bauer floor mats, rear privacy glass (SuperCab models), convertible console seat, power mirrors, two-tone exterior paint, and forged aluminum deep-dish wheels. The monochromatic "Nite" package introduced in 1990 continued but was dropped at the end of the 1992 model year. As before, it featured an all-black exterior with either a pink or blue/purple stripe and "Nite" decal on the sides of the cargo box. For 1993, the Custom model was dropped, as the XL became the new base model. Following the lead of the Aerostar, Bronco, and Explorer, the Eddie Bauer trim line—featuring plusher trim and increased standard features—was introduced for 1995. Al

Models

The ninth-generation Ford F-Series lineup consisted of the following: F-150: 1/2 ton (6,250 lb GVWR max) F-250 (light-duty): 1992–1996 3/4 ton (6,600 lb GVWR max) (2WD Regular Cab only) F-250 HD: 1992–1997 3/4 ton (8,800 lb GVWR max) F-350: 1 ton (9,200 lb GVWR max on SRW pickups; 10,000 lb GVWR max on DRW pickups; 11,000 lb GVWR max on chassis cab models) F-Super Duty (chassis cab model only): 1 1/2 ton and greater (15,000 lb GVWR max) The F-150, F-250, F-250 HD, F-350, and F-Super Duty were available in many different configurations from chassis cab base models, up to XLT trimmed models with their chrome and plush seating. The trucks came with a variety of gasoline and diesel engines. The F-150 and light-duty F-250 could be had with one of three gas engines: the 4.9L I6, the 5.0L V8, and the 5.8L V8. The F-250 HD and F-350 could be had with the 4.9L I6 (certain 2WD models only), 5.8L V8, 7.5L V8, or 7.3L V8 diesel. The F-Super Duty was only available with a 7.5L V8 or 7.3L V8 diesel. The first version was the 7.3L IDI (Indirect Injected) V8 (1992–1993.5), which was produced by International Harvester. From 1993.5–1994.5, a turbocharged 7.3L IDI V8 with stronger internals was offered as emissions, power, and torque demands were increasing. In the second half of 1994, the new direct-injected 7.3L Power Stroke V8 (T444E) turbo-diesel from Navistar replaced the 7.3L IDI V8. The F-250 wore "Heavy Duty" badging for 1997 and differed from the earlier F-250 only slightly. It had “Heavy Duty” printed on the F-250 badges, had slightly different moldings, used the F-350 4407 transfer case, and was available in different cab/bed configurations from earlier F-250 trucks. The term “Heavy Duty” was not in fact to do with an upgrade in the truck's abilities but was to differentia

Variants

=== Medium-duty F-Series === As a running change during the 1994 model year, Ford revised the exterior of its medium-duty trucks for the first time since their 1980 redesign, beginning with the F-800. A tilting-cowl hood was made standard with a redesigned hood and grille; turn signals were relocated besides the headlamps. The cowl badging was revised, with a singular "F-Series" badge replacing the previous specific model designation. For 1995, the F-600 was discontinued while the F-700's exterior was refreshed. The F-700 was discontinued for 1999. In contrast to F-Series pickup trucks, medium-duty trucks saw few changes to the interior; the dashboard controls and steering column were essentially the same as those from 1980. While medium-duty trucks were still offered with a 7.0L gasoline V8 (the 6.1L V8 was discontinued after 1991), the model line was primarily powered by diesel-fueled engines. Instead of the Navistar T444E V8 engine used by the F-250/F-350, the medium-duty trucks used inline-6 diesels (the Caterpillar 3126 and the Cummins 6BT/ISB). For 2000, the F-800 was discontinued alongside the derivative B-Series bus chassis. While the latter has not been replaced, Ford re-entered the medium-duty truck segment for 2000 with the Ford F-650/F-750 Super Duty, developed as part of a joint venture with Navistar. SVT Lightning. The SVT Lightning is a sports/performance version of the F-150, designed by Ford's Truck Division and released by Ford's SVT (Special Vehicle Team) division. Ford introduced the Lightning in 1992 to compete with primarily the Chevrolet 454SS, in an effort to enhance the sporty, personal-use image of the Ford F-Series pickup. This initial Lightning featured performance handling developed by world-champion driver Jackie Stewart. The Lightning

Powertrain

The 1992 redesign retained the powertrain lineup from the previous generation; the lineup of the 4.9 L inline-6, 5.0 L and 5.8 L Windsor V8s, the 7.5 L big-block V8, and the 7.3 L International IDI diesel V8 were all carried over. The diesel gained a turbocharger in mid-1993. The 1994 model year engine lineup was re-tuned to increase output. Later that year, the IDI diesel V8 was replaced by the T444E V8. Dubbed the Power Stroke by Ford, the new diesel was again supplied by Navistar International. Despite sharing identical displacement with its IDI predecessor, the turbocharged Power Stroke/T444E was an all-new design with direct fuel injection. This was the second diesel engine with electronic fuel injection to be put into a light-duty truck. (The GM 6.5 L Turbo Diesel with the Stanadyne DS-4 injection pump was the first, in 1992, and the Dodge Ram did not offer EFI in its diesel engines until 1998.) As before, the 5.0 L V8 was not offered in trucks over 8,500 lbs GVWR, and the F-Super Duty was available with the 7.5 L and diesel only. Below 8,500 lbs GVWR, the 7.5 L and diesel were not available. The 4.9 L was available in certain models of the 2WD F-250 HD and chassis-cab F-350s through 1996. The ninth generation was the last F-Series to offer the venerable pushrod 5.0 L V8 engine. == References ==

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Specifications

name

Ninth generation

Body style

2-door pickup truck, 2-door chassis cab extended cab , 4-door chassis cab, 2-door chassis cab, Medium-duty truck, Bus chassis (B-Series)

Assembly

Cuautitlán, Mexico, Kansas City, Missouri, Norfolk, Virginia, General Pacheco, Argentina (Ford Argentina), São Bernardo do Campo, Brazil (Ford Brazil), Louisville, Kentucky, Wayne, Michigan, Oakville, Ontario (Ontario Truck Plant), Valencia, Venezuela (Valencia Assembly), St. Paul, Minnesota (Twin Cities Assembly Plant)

Production

August 1991 – December 1997

Model years

1992–1997, 1996–1998 (Brazil)

Manufacturer

Ford

Transmission

Automatic, 3-speed Ford C6, 4-speed Ford 4R70W/AOD-E, 4-speed Ford E4OD, Manual, 4-speed NP435 (1992), 5-speed Mazda M5OD, 5-speed ZF S5-42, 5-speed ZF S5-47

Engine

Gasoline, 232 cuin Essex V6 (Ford F-150, Mexico), 4.9 L Truck Six I6, 5.0 L Windsor V8, 5.8 L Windsor V8, 7.5 L 385-series V8, Diesel, 7.3 L IDI diesel V8 (1992–1994), 7.3 L IDI Turbo diesel V8 (1993–1994), 7.3 L Power Stroke turbodiesel V8 (1994.5–1997)

Wheelbase

Regular cab 8' box: 133 in , Regular cab 6.75' box/Flareside: 116.8 in , SuperCab 8' box: 155 in , SuperCab 6.75' box/Flareside: 138.8 in , Crew cab 8' box: 168.4 in , Crew cab 6.75' box: 152.2 in

Length

Regular cab 8' box: 213.3 in , Regular cab 6.75' box: 197.1 in , SuperCab 8' box: 235.3 in , SuperCab 6.75' box: 219.1 in , Crew cab 8' box: 248.9 in , Crew cab 6.75' box: 232.7 in

Width

79 in

Related

Ford Bronco, Ford B-Series

Predecessor

Ford F-Series eighth generation (1987–1991)

Successor

Ford F-Series (tenth generation) (1997–2003), Ford Super Duty (F-250 and above)

aka

Ford Lobo (Mexico), Ford F-1000 (Brazil)

Designer

Jack Telnack (1989)

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Sources

• Wikidata — https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q5467753CC0 1.0 · retrieved 2026-10-01
• Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ford_F-Series_(ninth_generation)CC BY-SA 4.0 · Text © Wikipedia contributors; revision 1360674507 · retrieved 2026-10-01
• Wikimedia Commons — https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:92-96_Ford-F150.jpgPublic domain · Photo: IFCAR · retrieved 2026-10-01
• Car Model Index — https://models.autoculturesociety.com/Compiled record. Sources that do not permit reuse are not copied; this index is credited instead.

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