Ford Transit
RWD 130 in, 2015–
Factory gearing, tires, angles and brakes for the Transit, and what the usual upgrades do to it. Every number is from the maker's own figures unless the calculators say otherwise. A few figures here are still waiting on a factory document; the calculators mark them.
Tire upgrades, worked out
Regular length 130 in, 3.7L Ti-VCT V6 (2015-2019), 3.73s, from 235/65R16| Tire | Height | Under the diffs | Speedo at 65 | RPM at 65 | Gears for daily | Open |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 265/75R16 | 31.6 in | +1.8 in | 58 mph | 1,779 | 4.3 | Open → |
| 285/75R16 | 32.8 in | +2.4 in | 55 mph | 1,715 | 4.3 | Open → |
| 33x10.50R16 | 33.0 in | +2.5 in | 55 mph | 1,706 | 4.56 | Open → |
| 255/85R16 | 33.1 in | +2.5 in | 55 mph | 1,703 | 4.56 | Open → |
| 315/75R16 | 34.6 in | +3.3 in | 53 mph | 1,627 | 4.56 | Open → |
| 35x12.50R16 | 35.0 in | +3.5 in | 52 mph | 1,609 | 4.88 | Open → |
Stock turns 2,009 rpm at 65 in top gear. Flotation sizes are nominal; most measure a little short mounted.
Trims
6 we have figures for| Trim | Tire | Transmission | Axle | Angles | Clearance | Open |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Regular length 130 in, 3.7L Ti-VCT V6 (2015-2019) | 235/65R16 | Ford 6R80 6-speed automatic | 3.73 / 4.1 | 18.8 · 19.4 · 19.3 | 6.1 in | Use → |
| Regular length 130 in, 3.5L EcoBoost V6 (2015-2019) | 235/65R16 | Ford 6R80 6-speed automatic | 3.31 / 3.73 | 18.8 · 19.4 · 19.3 | 6.1 in | Use → |
| Regular length 130 in, 3.2L Power Stroke I5 diesel (2015-2019) | 235/65R16 | Ford 6R80 6-speed automatic | 3.31 / 3.73 | 18.8 · 19.4 · 19.3 | 6.1 in | Use → |
| Regular length 130 in, 3.5L PFDi V6 (2020+) | 235/65R16 | Ford 10R80 10-speed SelectShift automatic | 3.73 / 4.1 | 18.8 · 19.4 · 19.3 | 6.1 in | Use → |
| Regular length 130 in, 3.5L EcoBoost V6 (2020-2021) | 235/65R16 | Ford 10R80 10-speed SelectShift automatic | 3.31 / 3.73 | 18.8 · 19.4 · 19.3 | 6.1 in | Use → |
| Regular length 130 in, 3.5L EcoBoost V6 (2022+) | 235/65R16 | Ford 10R80 10-speed SelectShift automatic | 3.73 | 18.8 · 19.4 · 19.3 | 6.1 in | Use → |
Size
- Wheelbase
- 129.9 in
- Front overhang
- 40.3 in
- Rear overhang
- 49.7 in
- Height
- 101 in
- Body
- Van
- Stock tires
- 235/65R16
Transmissions and low range
- Ford 6R80 6-speed automatic (2015-2019)
- 4.171 · 2.34 · 1.521 · 1.143 · 0.867 · 0.691
- Ford 10R80 10-speed SelectShift automatic (2020+)
- 4.696 · 2.985 · 2.146 · 1.769 · 1.52 · 1.275 · 1 · 0.854 · 0.689 · 0.636
Axles
- Front
- None (RWD; independent MacPherson strut front)
- Rear
- Ford 9.75 in ring gear semi-float rear axle on leaf springs; open or clutch-type limited-slip
- 3.31 ratio
- Regular length 130 in, 3.5L EcoBoost V6 (2015-2019), Regular length 130 in, 3.2L Power Stroke I5 diesel (2015-2019), Regular length 130 in, 3.5L EcoBoost V6 (2020-2021)
- 3.73 ratio
- Regular length 130 in, 3.7L Ti-VCT V6 (2015-2019), Regular length 130 in, 3.5L EcoBoost V6 (2015-2019), Regular length 130 in, 3.2L Power Stroke I5 diesel (2015-2019), Regular length 130 in, 3.5L PFDi V6 (2020+), Regular length 130 in, 3.5L EcoBoost V6 (2020-2021), Regular length 130 in, 3.5L EcoBoost V6 (2022+)
- 4.1 ratio
- Regular length 130 in, 3.7L Ti-VCT V6 (2015-2019), Regular length 130 in, 3.5L PFDi V6 (2020+)
- Ratios made for it
- 3.31 · 3.55 · 3.73 · 4.11 · 4.3 · 4.56 · 4.88 · 5.13
Brakes
- Front rotor
- 12.13 in, 308 mm
- Front caliper piston
- 48.0 mm
- Rear rotor
- 12.13 in, 308 mm
- Rear
- disc (solid)
Suspension
- Front
- MacPherson strut IFS
- Rear
- leaf springs, solid axle
- Rear layout
- Leaf springs
Fuel economy
- EPA highway
- 19 mpg
- Rated years
- 2015–2022, RWD
Aftermarket bumpers
4 listedMakers almost never publish angles, bottom heights or how far a bumper tucks, so these fill in as owners measure them. Measured yours? Add it on the rig page and every owner of this Transit sees how it does on their tires and lift.
Front 4
- Aluminess 2015-2019 Ford Transit Front Winch Bumper (210509.1)$3,000 · winch ready
- Aluminess 2020+ Ford Transit Front Winch Bumper with Bull Bar (210546.1)$3,129 · winch ready
- Catuned 2021+ Off-Road Ford Transit Front Bumper$2,911
- Van Compass 2015+ Ford Transit AWD & RWD Front Winch Bumper 350HD Compatible$1,115 · winch ready
Rear
None listed yet.
Every calculator, set up for the Transit
Source: faroutride.com.
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