1986 Ford F250
US · Pickup · Standard Pickup Trucks
The 1986 Ford F250 is listed in the US market as a pickup with gasoline power. Every figure below carries the source it came from, and anything our sources do not publish is left out rather than estimated.
- Engine
- Varies by configuration: 4.9L 6-cylinder (FFS), 5.0L 8-cylinder (FFS), 5.8L 8-cylinder (FFS)
- Transmission
- Varies by configuration: Automatic, Manual
- Drivetrain
- Varies by configuration: RWD, AWD
- Fuel
- Gasoline
- Economy
- 11 mpg (21.4 L/100 km) to 16 mpg (14.7 L/100 km) combined
Key Figures
Engine
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | Varies by configuration: 4.9L 6-cylinder (FFS), 5.0L 8-cylinder (FFS), 5.8L 8-cylinder (FFS) | |
| Displacement | 4.9 L to 5.8 L | |
| Cylinders | 6 to 8 | |
| Fuel type | Gasoline | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
Transmission and drivetrain
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Transmission | Varies by configuration: Automatic, Manual | |
| Gears | 3 to 4 | |
| Drivetrain | Varies by configuration: RWD, AWD |
Fuel economy and range
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Combined | 11 mpg (21.4 L/100 km) to 16 mpg (14.7 L/100 km) | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
| City | 11 mpg (21.4 L/100 km) to 15 mpg (15.7 L/100 km) | |
| Highway | 12 mpg (19.6 L/100 km) to 17 mpg (13.8 L/100 km) |
Our sources do not publish these for this vehicle: Aspiration, Power, Torque, Electric range, Battery capacity. We leave them out instead of estimating.
Trims and configurations
9 configurations listed by our sources. Engines, drivetrains and fuel economy can differ between them.
- F250 Pickup 2WD · 4.9L · RWD · 3-speed automatic
- F250 Pickup 2WD · 4.9L · RWD · 4-speed manual
- F250 Pickup 2WD · 5.0L · RWD · 4-speed automatic
- F250 Pickup 2WD · 5.0L · RWD · 4-speed manual
- F250 Pickup 2WD · 5.8L · RWD · 3-speed automatic
- F250 Pickup 4WD · 4.9L · AWD · 4-speed manual
- F250 Pickup 4WD · 5.0L · AWD · 4-speed automatic
- F250 Pickup 4WD · 5.0L · AWD · 4-speed manual
- F250 Pickup 4WD · 5.8L · AWD · 3-speed automatic
Recalls
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for this model year. Last checked November 8, 2026.
87V139000: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
SPRING LOCK FUEL LINE COUPLING MAY NOT BE PROPERLY ENGAGED.
Remedy: INSTALL RETAINER CLIPS OVER THE COUPLINGS TO PREVENT COUPLING SEPARATION AND FUEL LEAKAGE.
Reported September 4, 1987. View on NHTSA
86V111000: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:MOUNTING
TRUCKS FAIL TO MEET REQUIREMENT OF FMVSS NO. 301, FUEL SYSTEM INTEGRITY, IN A 30 MPH FRONT ANGULAR BARRIER TEST IMPACT BECAUSE OF THE OMISSION OF THE NOSE SHIELD ON MIDSHIP FUEL TANK. CONSEQUENCE OF DEFECT: IN CASE OF AN ACCIDENT, FUEL SPILLAGE IN THE TRUCKS WHICH DO NOT…
Remedy: INSTALL NOSE SHIELD ON THE MIDSHIP FUEL TANK. FUEL TANK.
Reported August 14, 1986. View on NHTSA
Data sources
- EPA fueleconomy.gov · retrieved October 23, 2026 · US Government public data
- NHTSA vPIC · retrieved October 23, 2026 · US Government public data
Source checked: October 23, 2026
Data verified: October 24, 2026
Specifications can vary by market, trim, configuration and production date. Confirm with the manufacturer before buying parts or making safety decisions. Report an error.
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Frequently asked questions
What engine does the 1986 Ford F250 have?
Varies by configuration: 4.9L 6-cylinder ((FFS)), 5.0L 8-cylinder ((FFS)), 5.8L 8-cylinder ((FFS)). Engines can differ by trim, so check the trim list below.
What is the fuel economy of the 1986 Ford F250?
Combined fuel economy is 11 mpg (21.4 L/100 km) to 16 mpg (14.7 L/100 km), as published by the source shown in the specification table.
Is the 1986 Ford F250 front-wheel, rear-wheel or all-wheel drive?
Drivetrain: Varies by configuration: RWD, AWD.
Are there recalls for the 1986 Ford F250?
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for this model year (last checked November 8, 2026). Details are in the Recalls section.