1966 Ford Trucks

For 1966, Ford once again introduced a new line of light-duty trucks, as well as new heavy-duty line for over-the-road semi-tractor service. The former was a new four-wheel-drive sport-utility vehicle called the Bronco, which was offered in three body styles, all with either no top or one that could be removed. The latter were the flat-faced W-Series Cab-Over-Engine truck models, which would replace the aging Ford H-Series line.

Also for 1966, the Ranchero grew in size because the Falcon on which it was based was enlarged in a complete redesign.

1966 Ford Bronco Sports Utility truck
1966 Ford Bronco Sports Utility Vehicle

Aimed squarely at the Jeep CJ and International Scout, Ford's Bronco arrived for 1966 in three body styles, all with four-wheel drive. The Sports Utility version (shown here) was a two-seater with a very short pickup bed. Its top could be removed and windshield folded, thus turning the Bronco into a truly "open" vehicle.

A 170-cubic-inch six engine was standard, but a 289-cid V-8 was added as an option later in the model year.

1966 Ford Bronco Sports Utility truck
1966 Ford Bronco Sports Utility

A 1966 Ford Bronco Sports Utility with camper was the perfect truck for those yearning to vacation in out-of-the-way places.

1966 Ford F-Series pickup truck
1966 Ford F-Series

A restyled grille was the only change of note to the 1966 F-series pickup trucks. This restored example boasts upscale Custom Cab trim.

1966 Ford F-350 truck with a wrecker body
1966 Ford F-350

1966 Ford F-350s fitted with a wrecker body were popular for tow truck use.

1966 Ford W-Series truck
1966 Ford W-Series

The H-Series high tilt cab was replaced by the flat-faced W-Series in mid 1966. All Ws were diesel powered, with a wide choice of engines from Caterpillar, Cummins, and Detroit Diesel.

Ford's Ranchero truck transitioned from a Falcon base to a Fairlane base in 1967. See the results on the next page.

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