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1997 Ford F-150 Reg. Cab Long Bed 4WD as selected, not confirmed by the VIN

1FTDF1864VKA12551
4.6L V8 SOHC 16V
Engine
5-Speed Manual Overdrive or 4-Speed Automatic Overdrive
Transmission
4WD
Drive
UNITED STATES
Built in
No factory image on file
1997 Ford F-150

VIN Breakdown

SegmentCodeMeaning
WMI · World Mfr ID 1FT Ford · North America · United States
VDS · Descriptor DF186 F-150 Reg. Cab Long Bed 4WD
VIS · Vehicle ID 4VKA12551 1997 · Serial A12551

Basic Information

MakeFord
ModelF-150
Year1997
TrimReg. Cab Long Bed 4WD
Body StyleREGULAR CAB PICKUP 2-DR
Doors2
ManufacturerFord
CountryUNITED STATES

Engine & Performance

Engine4.6L V8 SOHC 16V
Transmission5-Speed Manual Overdrive or 4-Speed Automatic Overdrive
Drive Type4WD
Plant CodeK
Serial NumberA12551

Possible Trims for This VIN

This VIN's pattern doesn't narrow down the trim level. It could be any of the following — the differences below are the only ones we can tell from the VIN.

  • Reg. Cab Long Bed 4WD
    shown above
    MSRP $19,210 · Wheelbase 138.80 · Overall Length 222.30, +10 more
  • Reg. Cab Short Bed 4WD
    MSRP $19,010 · Wheelbase 120.20 · Overall Length 203.70, +10 more
    View this trim →

Basic Information

Model Year 1997
Make Ford
Model F-150
Trim Level Reg. Cab Long Bed 4WD

Engine & Performance

Fuel System SEFI
SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM 205 @ 4400
SAE Net Torque @ RPM 255 @ 3000
Displacement 4.2L/256
Engine Type 4.6L V8 SOHC 16V

Transmission & Drivetrain

Transmission-short
Transmission-long
Driveline 4WD
4WD/AWD Standard

Dimensions & Weight

Curb Weight-automatic 4339
Curb Weight-manual 4375
Overall Length 222.30
Overall Width 79.50
Overall Height 75.10
Wheelbase 138.80
Cargo Length 97.00
Width at Wheelwell 50.00
Width at Wall 65.20
Standard Seating 3
Optional Seating 2
Standard Towing 1900
Maximum Towing 7800
Standard Payload 1660
Maximum Payload 1660
Width, Max w/o mirrors (in) 79.5
Height, Overall (in) 75.4
Curb Weight - Front (lbs) 2530
Curb Weight - Rear (lbs) 1700
Wheelbase (in) 120.2

Features & Options

Power Door Locks Optional
Air Conditioning Optional
Cruise Control Optional
Cassette Player Optional
CD Player Optional
Driver Multi-Adjustable Power Seat Optional
Leather Seat Optional
Alloy Wheels Optional
Power Windows Optional

Fuel & Economy

Tank 30.00
Fuel Economy-city 13 - 16
Fuel Economy-highway 17 - 20
EPA Fuel Economy Est - City (MPG) 16
EPA Fuel Economy Est - Hwy (MPG) 18

Safety & Braking

Anti-Brake System 2-Wheel ABS
Front Brake Type Disc
Rear Brake Type Drum
ABS Brakes Standard
Driver Airbag Standard
Passenger Airbag Standard

Suspension & Handling

Steering Type Recirc
Front Suspension Independent
Rear Suspension Live
Front Spring Type Torsion Bar
Rear Spring Type Leaf
Tilt Steering Optional

Other Specifications

Manufactured in UNITED STATES
Body Style REGULAR CAB PICKUP 2-DR
Turning Diameter 45.85
Tires 235/70R16
Front Headroom 40.80
Front Legroom 40.90
Front Shoulder Room 63.80
Front Hip Room 61.30
Ground Clearance 7.30
Depth 20.00
Standard GVWR 6000
Maximum GVWR 6050
MSRP $19,210
Dealer Invoice $16,783
Tachometer Optional
Full Size Spare Tire Standard
Rear Wheel Size (in) 16.0 x 7.0
Front Wheel Size (in) 16.0 x 7.0
Rear Tire Size P255/70R16SL
Gross Combined Wt Rating (lbs) 7,800
Body Code 138.8" WB
Front Tire Size P235/70R16SL

Pattern Information

Pattern1FTDF186 V
WMI 1FT (United States, North America)