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Ford Thames Trader

Built: 1960-1963 · Series: THAMES

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The Ford Thames Trader is a machine built by Ford. Production: 1960-1963. The engine has 6 cylinders, with a displacement of 5,420 cm³. The machine is 5,900 mm long and 2,200 mm wide. The unladen weight is 3,480 kg. The wheelbase measures 3,500 mm. The gross vehicle weight is 11,340 kg. The machine runs on 4 wheels. Unladen weight across the Ford range ranges from 670 to 23,550 kg; the Thames Trader sits at the bottom of that range with 3,480 kg. Its immediate neighbours are the EXCURSION XLT below it with 3,475 kg and the F250 Super Duty above it with 3,487 kg. 4082 Ford models across 50 series are on record. The model is listed under Trucks over 7.5 t. 11 verified figures from 1 source are on file.

Technical data

Engine

Cylinders6correct
Displacement5,420 cm³correct

Dimensions and weights

Length5,900 mmcorrect
Width2,200 mmcorrect
Wheelbase3,500 mmcorrect
Unladen weight3,480 kgcorrect
Gross vehicle weight11,340 kgcorrect

Drivetrain and chassis

Wheels4correct

Frequently asked questions

How much does the Ford Thames Trader weigh?

The unladen weight is 3,480 kg.

What is the gross vehicle weight of the Ford Thames Trader?

11,340 kg.

What engine does the Ford Thames Trader have?

6 cylinders, 5,420 cm³ displacement.

What are the dimensions of the Ford Thames Trader?

5,900 mm × 2,200 mm.

When was the Ford Thames Trader built?

Production years: 1960-1963.

What to check before buying

  • Check the hour meter against the service records — a replaced instrument is the most common gap.
  • Compare the data plate and chassis number with the papers.
  • Check the weights in the papers against the figures here — attachments change them.
  • Ask about parts availability for this build year — the running costs hang on it.

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This page carries 11 individual figures for this model. They come from 1 recorded source; every figure can be traced there. What we cannot document is not here — we leave gaps open rather than estimate them.

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