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1998 Ford F-150 XLT Reg. Cab Short Bed 2WD as selected, not confirmed by the VIN

3FTDF1727WMB12166
4.2L V6 OHV 12V
Engine
4-Speed Automatic or 5-Speed Manual
Transmission
RWD
Drive
Mexico
Built in
No factory image on file
1998 Ford F-150

VIN Breakdown

SegmentCodeMeaning
WMI · World Mfr ID 3FT Ford · North America · Mexico
VDS · Descriptor DF172 F-150 XLT Reg. Cab Short Bed 2WD
VIS · Vehicle ID 7WMB12166 1998 · Serial B12166

Basic Information

MakeFord
ModelF-150
Year1998
TrimXLT Reg. Cab Short Bed 2WD
Body StyleREGULAR CAB PICKUP 2-DR
Doors2
ManufacturerFord
CountryMexico

Engine & Performance

Engine4.2L V6 OHV 12V
Transmission4-Speed Automatic or 5-Speed Manual
Drive TypeRWD
Serial NumberB12166

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.

  • XL Reg. Cab Short Bed 2WD
    MSRP $15,865 · Wheelbase 119.90 · Overall Length 202.20, +16 more
    View this trim →
  • XL Reg. Cab Long Bed 2WD
    MSRP $16,165 · Wheelbase 138.50 · Overall Length 220.80, +16 more
    View this trim →
  • XLT Reg. Cab Short Bed 2WD
    shown above
    MSRP $18,465 · Wheelbase 119.90 · Overall Length 202.20, +19 more
  • XLT Reg. Cab Long Bed 2WD
    MSRP $18,765 · Wheelbase 138.50 · Overall Length 220.80, +19 more
    View this trim →
  • Lariat Reg. Cab Short Bed 2WD
    MSRP $20,900 · Wheelbase 119.90 · Overall Length 202.20, +19 more
    View this trim →
  • Lariat Reg. Cab Long Bed 2WD
    MSRP $21,200 · Wheelbase 138.50 · Overall Length 220.80, +19 more
    View this trim →

Basic Information

Model Year 1998
Make Ford
Model F-150
Trim Level XLT Reg. Cab Short Bed 2WD

Engine & Performance

Engine Type 4.2L V6 OHV 12V

Transmission & Drivetrain

Transmission-short
Transmission-long
Driveline RWD

Dimensions & Weight

Overall Length 202.20
Overall Width 78.40
Overall Height 72.70
Wheelbase 119.90
Cargo Length 78.80
Width at Wheelwell 50.00
Width at Wall 65.20
Standard Seating 3
Optional Seating 2
Standard Towing 2000
Maximum Towing 8200
Standard Payload 1670
Maximum Payload 2105

Color Options

Interior Trim
Exterior Color

Features & Options

Power Door Locks Standard
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 Standard

Fuel & Economy

Tank 25.00
Fuel Economy-city 14 - 16
Fuel Economy-highway 18 - 21

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 Coil
Rear Spring Type Leaf
Tilt Steering Optional

Other Specifications

Manufactured in MEXICO
Body Style REGULAR CAB PICKUP 2-DR
Turning Diameter 40.49
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 5550
Maximum GVWR 6050
MSRP $18,465
Dealer Invoice $16,205
Tachometer Standard
Full Size Spare Tire Standard

Pattern Information

Pattern3FTDF172 W
WMI 3FT (Mexico, North America)