1966 Ford Falcon Station Wagon
The Falcon station wagon provided compact utility with Ford's economical platform. It offered practical cargo space for families who didn't need full-size wagon dimensions.
6F06C244431
8 Cyl. 289 C.I. (2-V)
Engine
Station Wagon
Body
Dearborn, MI
Plant
Muscle Car Era
Era
No factory image on file
1966 Ford Falcon
VIN Breakdown
| Position | Value | Decoded |
|---|---|---|
| Year Code | 6 | 1966 |
| Plant Code | F | Dearborn, MI |
| Model Code | 06 | Falcon |
| Engine Code | C | 8 Cyl. 289 C.I. (2-V) |
| Serial Number | 244431 | Production #244431 |
Basic Information
MakeFord
ModelFalcon
Year1966
Body StyleStation Wagon
ManufacturerFord Motor Company
EraMuscle Car Era
Engine & Details
Engine8 Cyl. 289 C.I. (2-V)
Cylinders8
Displacement289 CID
Horsepower200 HP
Compression Ratio9.3:1
Carburetor2 BC
TransmissionM & A
Assembly PlantDearborn, MI
Plant CodeF
Pattern SourceFord
Confidence95%
Original Specifications
Weight3150
Wheelbase110.9
Rear tread58
Source: Historical automotive documentation (1960-1972)
Powertrain Details Enhanced Data
Axle Type
Semifloating
Pricing & Production Enhanced Data
Original Base Price
$2442.00
No. Produced
16653
Dimensions Enhanced Data
Weight
3150
lbs
Additional Specifications Enhanced Data
Block Material
Cast alloy iron
Valve Lifters
Hydraulic
Type
Helical
Torque
158@2400
ft/lbs
Brake Horsepower
105@4400
hp
Rated Horsepower
29.4
hp
Colors
Exterior Colors
Color Options (40)
Battery
12
V
Ignition System
Distributor and coil
Exhaust System
Single
Fuel Type
Regular
Cooling System
Centrifugal water pump
Cooling System
9.5 Quarts
Radiator
Fin and tube
Optional Equipment
Radio
Optional Equipment
200 cu. in. Inline 6 engine
Optional Equipment
Power brakes
Optional Equipment
Cruise-O-Matic automatic transmission
Optional Equipment
Air conditioning
Optional Equipment
Power steering
Optional Equipment
289 cu. in. V8 engine
Steering Gear
Magic Circle recirculating ball
Front Suspension
Independent ball joint with coil springs
Rear Suspension
Hotchkiss
Drive
Rear wheel drive
VIN Location
On tab attached to top right side of dash panel in engine compartment
Spare Location
Trunk
Tire Size
8.25 x 14
Series
Falcon
Make
Ford
Model Year
1966
Origin
United States
Model Number
71A
Body Maker
Ford
Service
Hydraulic self-adjusting
Brake Size
9
in.
Emergency
Rear service brakes
Fuel
16
gal.
Oil
3.5
qt.
Rear Differential
2.5
pt.
Transmission
2
pt.
Carburetor
Own
Displacement
169.57
cu. in.
Type
Single downdraft
Compression Ratio-Std
9.1
:1
Lubrication
Pressure to all bearings excluding wrist pin
Type
Inline Valve-in-head
Cylinders
6
Main Bearings
4
Rear Tread
58
in.
Wheelbase
110.9
in.
Differential Ratio
2.83
:1
Differential
Hypoid
Clutch Size
8.5 inches
Clutch Type
Single dry plate
No. Of Gears
3
1st
3.29
:1
2nd
1.83
:1
3rd
1
:1
5th
Not applicable
:1
Reverse
4.46
:1
B
&s 3 1/2 & 2 15/16
Enhanced Data Note: The enhanced vehicle data shown above represents the base vehicle configuration as manufactured. Individual vehicles may vary depending on factory options and modifications made throughout the vehicle's history.