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2.4L, 5-speed manual, 4-door Cab Chassis, Diesel, RWD
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$40,750â€
Ford Transit Base (2001) price & specs
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Overview
The 2001 Ford Transit Base is a rear-wheel drive, 4-door Cab Chassis that was released to the Australian market on 4th January 1970 classified as a VH. The Ford Transit is regarded as a Van Over 3.5t built in Great Britain with prices starting at $40,750 before on-road costs.
This Ford Transit is powered by a 2.4L 4-cylinder engine that has 66 kW of power (at 4000 rpm) and 200 Nm of torque (at 1700 rpm) via a Five-speed Manual transmission. It has a 80L fuel tank
The Ford Transit measures 2037mm (80.2 inches) in height, 5902mm (232.4 inches) in length, 1974mm (77.7 inches) in width with a 3954mm (155.7 inches) wheelbase that brings about a total of 1738kg (3831.6 lbs) of unladen weight. The Transit Base comes standard with 175/75 R16 front tyres and 175/75 R16 rear tyres. It has a 36 month, 100,000 km warranty.
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Power to Weight
33.07 - 71.81 kW/t
29.34 kW/t
71.81 kW/t
Price
$28,400 - $47,780
$28,400
$51,985
Warranty (Years)
3 years
3 years
Warranty (Distance)
100,000 km
100,000 km
Years on Sale
6 - 7 years
1 year
5 years
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Dimensions
5,902 mm
1,974 mm
2,037 mm
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 5,902 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,974 mm |
| Overall Height | 2,037 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,954 mm |
| Turning Circle | 13,900 mm |
| Load Capacity | 1,762 mm |
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Explore Ford Transit Features & Specs
Compressor
Compressor: Turbo
Engine
Bore Engine: 89.9
Engine (cc): 2402
Compression Ratio: 19
Engine Configuration: In-Line
Engine (L): 2.4
Number of Cylinders: 4
Number of Valves per Cylinder: 4
Stroke Engine: 94.6
Valve Gear Type: Overhead Cam
Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Diesel
Fuel Type: Diesel
Fuel System
Injection Carburetion: Diesel Direct Injection
Fuel Tanks
Main Capacity Gal: 21.1
Main Capacity (L): 80
Main Fuel Type: Diesel
Main Type: Total
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 90
Maximum Power (kW): 66
Maximum Torque (Nm): 200
Measurement Standard: SAE
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 4000
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 1700
Drive
Driven Wheels: Rear
Electronic Traction Control
Controlled By: Abs & Engine Management
Transmission
Automatic Clutch Manual: yes
Automatic Mode: yes
Code: Smartshift
Manual Sequential: yes
Number of Speeds: 5
Type: Manual
ABS
Location: 4-Wheel
Disc Brakes
Number of Disc Brakes: 2
Number of Ventilated Disc Brakes: 2
Suspension
Location: Front
Front Spring Type: Coil
Front Stabilizer Bar: yes
Front Type: Strut
Front Wheel Dependence: Independent
Location: Rear
Rear Spring Type: Leaf
Rear Type: Beam
Rear Wheel Dependence: Rigid
Tires
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 75
Front Wheels Tire Width: 175
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 75
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 175
Wheels
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 16
Front Wheels Rim Type: Steel
Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 5
Rear Axle Location: 1
Rear Axle Dual Wheel: yes
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 16
Rear Rim Type: Steel
Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 5
Body Style
Body Type: Cab Chassis
Cab Type: Single Cab
Driver Location: RHD
Local Body Type: Cab Chassis
Roof Type: Standard
Wheelbase Type: Long
Mud Flaps
Front Mud Flaps Location: Front
Bumpers
Front Bumper Colour: Black
Location: Front
Front Bumper Material: Plastic
Rear Bumper Colour: Black
Location: Rear
Rear Bumper Material: Metal
External Dimensions
Kerb to Kerb Turning Circle (mm): 13900
Front Overhang (in): 35.6
Front Overhang (mm): 904
Front Track (in): 66.9
Front Track (mm): 1700
Kerb To Kerb Turning Circle (ft): 45.6
Overall Height (in): 80.2
Overall Height (mm): 2037
Overall Length (in): 232.4
Overall Length (mm): 5902
Overall Width (in): 77.7
Overall Width (mm): 1974
Rear Overhang (in): 41.1
Rear Overhang (mm): 1044
Rear Track (in): 64.8
Rear Track (mm): 1645
Wheelbase (in): 155.7
Wheelbase (mm): 3954
Doors
Location: Driver
Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Rear Driver
Rear Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Rear Passenger
Rear Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Headlight Control
Internal Height Adjustment: yes
Headlights
Low Beam Bulb Type: Halogen
Lens Type: Complex Surface
Paint
Type: Gloss
Door Mirrors/Cameras
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Driver
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Externally Adjustable
Wide Angle Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Externally Adjustable
Wide Angle Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras: yes
Power Windows
Front Electric Windows: Front
Rear Side Windows
Location: Driver
Driver Type: Fixed
Location: Passenger
Passenger Type: Fixed
Windshield Wipers
Intermittent Wipe Windshield Wipers: Fixed
Weights
Front Axle Weight (kg): 1461
Front Axle Weight (lb): 3221
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (kg): 2500
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (lb): 5512
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (kg): 750
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (lb): 1653
Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 3500
Gross Vehicle Weight (lb): 7716
Payload Allowance (kg): 1762
Payload Allowance (lb): 3885
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1738
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 3832
Rear Axle Weight (kg): 2039
Rear Axle Weight (lb): 4495
Audio Anti-Theft Protection
Type: Detachable Panel
Type: Code
Audio System
In-Dash CD: yes
Radio Type: Am/Fm
Speakers
Number of Speakers: 2
Cigar Lighter
Location: Front Seats
Floor Covering
Vehicle Cab Compartment: Plastic/Rubber
Front Airbag
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Front Seat Belts
Center Operation: Reel
Center Seat Position: Center
Center Type: 3-Point
Driver Height Adjustable: yes
Driver Operation: Reel
Driver Pre Tensioners: yes
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Driver Type: 3-Point
Passenger Operation: Reel
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Passenger Type: 3-Point
Head Restraints
Front Seats Height Adjustable: yes
Front Seats Location: Front Seats
Front Seats Number: 3
Rear Seat Belts
Center Operation: Reel
Center Seat Position: Centre
Center Type: 3-Point
Driver Operation: Reel
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Driver Type: 3-Point
Passenger Operation: Reel
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Passenger Type: 3-Point
Front Seat
Location: Centre
Center Front Seat Type: Bench
Driver Front Seat Height Adjustment: yes
Location: Driver
Driver Front Seat Lumbar Adjustment: yes
Driver Front Seat Type: Bucket
Passenger Front Seat Fore/Aft Adjustment: yes
Location: Passenger
Passenger Front Seat Reclining: yes
Passenger Front Seat Type: Bench
Seat Upholstery
Main Seat Material: Cloth
Seating
Capacity: 6
Configuration: 3+3
Cup Holders
Location: Front Seats
Front Seats Type: Pop Out
Door Pockets Bins
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Glove Compartment
Lid: yes
Power Locks
Includes Trunk Hatch: yes
Operation: key
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