The History of the Ford Ranger generations

Today, Ford Ranger is widely known worldwide as a reliable and practical medium -sized pickup. The modern brainchild of Ford has been published recently, more precisely in 2019, but has already found a lot of fans around the world. It is tuned for offroud and drag, low and overestimated, processed under F150, reservations and modified for expeditions - this is just a small part of how owners change their pickups. Let's get acquainted with him, first of all, the story of the Ranger and find out what is good this Ford.

The history of this model began far before the first pickup is released. Back in the mid-1960s, Ford experimented with this name, because the name "Ranger" was often uttered by residents of North America. The definition of this word is very vague, but for many it is associated with a forest, park or rural. And the first car with this name was called Edsel Ranger - a great American chrome sedan 1958, which was not very in line with its name.

In 1967, Ford introduced the 5th generation of his F-series pickups, the upper part of the packet of the salon of one of the modifications of which was called Ranger. And in the size of F-100 or F-250, the Ranger modification was declared "the best full-size Ford pickup." Finally, the company kissed the apple. There is a case for small, to design a pickup. It is good that this manufacturer knew how to build a great product.

1 generation (USA) (1983-1992)

the first serial model was released in 1983 . She had to replace the already outdated Courier, which was produced on the basis of Mazda. For Ford Ranger, the characteristics were very interesting. It could be with a rear -wheel drive or with a 4x4 wheel formula.Two wheel bases with different body sizes are also available: 108 inches and a six -festival with a 114 -inch wheelbase and a seven -meter platform. The full -wheel drive could be pulled up to 730 kg and built using an independent front suspension.

for buyers offered a range of 4 engines :

• Basic four -cylinder gasoline 2.0 by 73 hp;
• 2,3-liter four-cylinder engine 79 hp;
• 2,8-liter V6, power of 115 horsepower;
• Atmospheric 2.2-liter diesel from Mazda at 59 hp

After 1985, the diesel solution was replaced with a more powerful Mitsubishi engine-66-horsepower for 2.3 liters.

paired with them could be four or five-stage mechanics or three-stage automatic automatic transmission.

a year later, a version of the car supercab was presented with an elongated cab and a 125 -inch wheelbase. It had a place for additional folding seats that increased the passenger capacity of this model to five people.

in 1989 modernization was carried out, which brought the improvement of the frame, as well as a change in external and interior design. A new appliance panel and a glove box were added, and the external changes included a new radiator grille, hood and front wings with halogen headlights and circular dimensions. The posterior brake anticlocking system became standard with this update, and the base complete set had a 2.3-liter four-cylinder engine that produces about a hundred horses. A standard five -speed mechanical box or a four -speed automatic transmission for a surcharge could work with it.

In addition, the 4x4 model could be equipped with a 4.0-liter V6 engine.160 horsepower with a standard five -speed mechanical box or an additional four -speed automatic transmission for heavy operating conditions.

Supercab car got an increased gas tank - from 61 to 75 liters.

And in 1991, the Sport with aluminum wheels and the possibility of installing a 3,0 liter V6 engine, 140 horsepower for all-wheel drive pickups appeared. Another new option was a multifaceted 60/40 seat.

2 generations (USA) (1993-1997)

After the successful sale of the first generation of its medium -sized pickups, Ford introduced the second in 1993. the second ranger got smooth contours, body lines and aerodynamic profile. The gamma of the engines consisted of a base 2.3-liter four-cylinder engine at 98 hp, 3.0-liter V6, with a capacity of 145 hp. and 4.0-liter V6 on 160 horsepower. Changes in the interior included new seats and armrests. Ranger also got a modernized panel of devices, as well as an improved sound system and a highly located third stop signal built into the rear glass.

The company made several changes in 1995, including Ranger Specifications. The base four -cylinder engine was forced up to 112 horsepower, instead of 98, added a lateral driver's airbag, 2din stereo system, and transmission was redesigned and improved. ABS was optional for all-wheel drive vehicles and was included in the standard pickup of pickups with only a 4.0-liter engine. In 1996, a safety pillow appeared on the side of the passenger, which could be disconnected when using a baby chair.

3 generations (USA) (1998-2012)

it was a significantly redesigned car, including a longer wheelbase and cabin, though at first glance it did not seem. By default, it installed a four-cylinder row of 2.5 liters, capable of issuing 117 horsepower, but besides it was the opportunity to buy a car with a 3.0-liter V6 for 145 hp.This generation could boast of increased back glass for better visibility, as well as new seats, large leg space and space in the body. New front multidimensional suspension , elongated wheelbase and reinforced frame head a 1998 list.

Over the next 8 years, the car survived Face lifting, received a 4-liter V6 on 207 horsepower and ABS system. From the equipment, it was possible to install a leather salon, a CD player, a personal safety and anti-agent system, as well as to control tire pressure and additional audio jack. Latch (lower anchors and insurance straps for children) and additional pillows that protect passengers during lateral strokes were added to the safety.

1 generation (Global) (1998-2006)

but insert the launch of the third generation into the US, Ford has released and the first global generation of the Ranger . It is a for Europe and the Pacific Region . This model of the model rested on the soviest preference of the Ford Motor Co and Mazda in Tailand. This is a pattern of patifter on the Mazda Proceed platform, which was also made by Mazda b-series.

But with the launch of the third generation to the US market, Ford released the first global generation of the Ranger . It was intended for the markets of Europe and the Pacific . The assembly of this model was located at the joint enterprise Ford Motor Co. and Mazda in Thailand. This pickup was built on the Mazda Proceed platform, which also built Mazda B-series.

the first global generation of the Ranger was produced in variations of two or four -door cabin.Two types of motors - Mazda G6E Sohc per 2.6 liters with a return of 134 hp were offered as a power plant. (206 nm) and a 2.5-liter row four-cylinder Ford Duratorq Sohc Wlt, which develops 121 horsepower (277 nm). Paired with them worked a 5-speed Mazda M5R1 mechanical box, and since 2004 a 4-speed jatco automatic automatic automatic automatic. In addition, even in the database you have available two airbags, a regular radio, a hydraulic boost and ABS.

This generation received Face lifting in 2002 and lasted on the conveyor before 2006 . As a result, owners of these cars note that it is reliable, passing, with good capacity and being available in service. In addition, the ratio of the technical characteristics of Ford Range. disadvantages, distinguish rigid suspension and not the most convenient salon.

2 generation (Global) (2006-2011)

to replace the first global generation of pickup came the next, second Ranger version, presented in March 2006 at the Bangkok Motor Show. This car is built on Mazda BT-50 and was produced in three modifications:

1. Single Cab - a two -door cabin for 2 places.
2. Rap Cab - a one and a half -cape with four -way layout and uninstalled rear doors, opened against the course of the engine.
3. Double Cab - Four -wing cabin for 5 mesh.

characteristics Ford Ranger has also changed. In this generation, the pickup was offered with the two following four -cylinder diesel duratorq TDCI - by 2.5 or 3 liters. With the first pickup develops 143 horsepower (330 nm), and the second produces as much as 156 liters. and 380 nm torque. Both engines could operate with 5-speed MKPP or automatic transmission and full drive. in standard equipment entered:

• 2 front airbags;
• hydraulic booster;
• Heated front seats;
• Electric hollows;
• External mirrors with heating and electrical regulation;
• Audio system installed.

in 2009 Ranger was subjected to restyling, causing it to hold on the conveyor until 2011.

3rd generation (Global) (2011-2018)

This pickup was shown in October 2010 at Sydney's exhibition , gathering a good excitement among visitors. And so, this American (partly) "truck" has been oriented not only on farmers, but on a wider range of buyers . He received the enlarged space of the cabin and body, powerful motors and advanced characteristics of the Ranger as a whole, as well as attractive design and excellent equipment with the mass of small "chips".

In addition, in this car not only the appearance causes attention, but also interior . It is well thought out, modern and informative. Even you will be available front airbags, multimedia, electric windows, ABS, mirrors and electrical heating, and air conditioning. And as for comfort in motion, the manufacturer provided an anterior independent surprise with a transverse stabilizer, and behind - an indistinguishable bridge with multi -leafed springs.

the range of engines has expanded in this generation. 3 motors to choose

1. 4-cylinder Duratorq tdci turboodisl for 2.2 liters with an interkler, direct Common Rail and a possible formulation of 130 (330 nm) or 160 hp. (385 nm).
2. Duratorq TDCI 5-cylinder diesel for 3.2 liters with a 200 hp of Common Rail and Common Rail System. and 470 nm.
3. 2.5-liter gasoline rowed atmochet, which gives out 166 horsepower and 226 nm of torque.

They can work with 6-speed MKPP and automatic transmission. The drive can be rear or Part-Time, with a rigid connection of the front bridge, the reducing transmission and the rear lock of the differential.

in 2015 was presented restyling of this model, which brought a significant change in both the appearance of the car and the interior. In addition to the more aggressive and modern design of the front part, achieved by the installation of a new optics, bumpers and a radiator lattice, the interior has been replaced by the central console and overall style. This model has become very popular and is often used among outdoor and road lovers.

owners often install strengthened suspension, power bumper, protection of the bottom, winch, additional lighting and other useful parts for these pickups to achieve more car capabilities and use it.

4 generations (Global) (2019-2022)

In 2019, a fourth generation of a medium -sized pickup from Ford Ranger was presented, the characteristics of which are designed to compete with Toyota Tacoma and Chevy Colorado . It has T6 and is available in the Supercab door with a 2+2 door, elongated cabin and 1.8 meter body or Supercrew This pickup has already become a very popular model for fans of offroud and is often used with such tuning as :

• lighting ;
• Down protection ;
• Power Circle ( front , thresholds );
• Electric winch ;
• Schnorkel ;
• Kunngi , Rolls .

And this is not the whole list of possible modifications. By the way, you can read more about the possible tuning for this car, Browsing the appropriate article about the tuning Ford Ranger 4 generation .

Summarizing, we can say that Ford managed to make a reliable, comfortable and practical medium -sized pickup. And this is supported by the number of sales. Throughout history, the company has sold more than 3.2 million cars.

In addition, in 2021, the manufacturer presented the 5th generation of this model with a new design, enlarged wheelbase and Turbodizel V6 for 3 liters taken from the F-150 model. You can read more about the other characteristics of the new Ford Ranger 2022

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