1974 Ford Ranchero 500
Built on Ford's mid-size Torino platform, the Ranchero was a car-based pickup; the 500 served as the base trim on a 114" wheelbase, with 18,447 made.
4A47H185762
351 CID V8 (H)
Engine
500
Body
Atlanta, GA (A)
Plant
Malaise Era
Era
No factory image on file
1974 Ford Ranchero
VIN Breakdown
| Position | Value | Decoded |
|---|---|---|
| Year Code | 4 | 1974 |
| Plant Code | A | Atlanta, GA (A) |
| Model Code | 47 | Ranchero |
| Engine Code | H | 351 CID V8 (H) |
| Serial Number | 185762 | Production #185762 |
Basic Information
MakeFord
ModelRanchero
Year1974
Body Style500
ManufacturerFord Motor Company
EraMalaise Era
Engine & Details
Engine351 CID V8 (H)
Assembly PlantAtlanta, GA (A)
Plant CodeA
Pattern SourceFord
Confidence90%
Specifications
Engine
Engine351 CID V8
Cylinders8
Displacement351 CID
Dimensions
Production18447
Doors2
Rear Tread62.9
Wheelbase114
Front Tread62.8
Drivetrain
AxleSemifloating
Transmission3.5
Clutch TypeSingle dry plate
Differential Ratio3.0
DifferentialHypoid
Steering GearRecirculating ball and nut
DriveRear wheel drive
1st Gear Ratio2.99
Gears3
2nd Gear Ratio1.75
Reverse Ratio3.17
3rd Gear Ratio1
Suspension
Front SuspensionIndependent ball joint with coil springs
Rear SuspensionLongitudinal leaf spring
Brakes
Service BrakesFront disc rear self-adjusting drum
Brake Drum Size10
Parking BrakeCable and conduit on rear service brakes
Fuel & Electrical
Fuel Capacity26.5
Oil Capacity5
LubricationPressure to all bearings excluding wrist pin
IgnitionDistributor and coil
Cooling15.7 Quarts / Centrifugal water pump
Fuel TypeRegular
ExhaustSingle
Battery12
RadiatorTubular and fin
Colors
Exterior ColorsBright Blue Metallic / Bright Dark Blue Metallic / Bright Green Gold Metallic / Bright Red / Bright Yellow Gold Metallic / Buff / Dark Green Metallic / Dark Red / Dark Yellow Green Metallic / Ginger Metallic / Light Blue / Light Grabber Blue / Maize Yellow / Medium Blue Metallic / Medium Chestnut Metallic / Medium Dark Gold Metallic / Medium Ginger Metallic / Medium Goldenrod / Medium Ivy Bronze Metallic / Medium Lime Yellow / Orange / Pastel Blue / Pastel Lime / Red / Saddle Bronze Metallic / Silver Metallic / Tan Metallic / White Decor
Other
Fbsize10.72
Specifications are for this model. The 1974 VIN resolves model year, model, body style, and engine; the engine shown is the VIN-coded engine (other engines were optional). Figures vary by option and are representative of the model as built.