Ford Bronco
Manufacturer	Ford Motor Company
Production	1966 – 1996
Assembly	Wayne, Michigan
Successor	Ford Expedition
Body style(s)	2-door SUV
Layout	Front engine, rear-wheel drive / four-wheel drive

The Ford Bronco was a sport-utility vehicle produced from 1966 through 1996, with five distinct generations. The automotive industry is the industry involved in the design development manufacture marketing and sale of Motor vehicles In 2007 more than 73 million motor vehicles Ford Motor Company is an American Multinational corporation and the world's fourth largest automaker based on Worldwide vehicle sales, following Wayne is a city in Wayne County in the US state of Michigan, southwest of Detroit. The Ford Expedition is a Full-size SUV built by the Ford Motor Company. Cars can come in a large variety of different body styles. Some are still in production while others are of historical interest only A sport utility vehicle ( SUV) is a generic marketing description for a rugged automotive vehicle similar to a Station wagon but built on a light-truck chassis In Automotive design layout specifies where on the car the Engine and Drive wheels are found A front-mounted engine describes the placement of an Automobile engine in front of the vehicle passenger compartment Four-wheel drive, 4WD, or 4x4 ("four by four" is a four-wheeled Vehicle with a drivetrain that allows all four Wheels to

It was initially introduced as a competitor for the Jeep CJ-5 and International Harvester Scout. The Jeep CJ (or Civilian Jeep) was a commercial version of the famous Military Jeep from World War II. The International Harvester Scout was one of the first production American civilian off-road sport utility vehicles. A major redesign based on the Ford F-Series truck in 1978 brought a larger Bronco to compete with the Chevrolet K5 Blazer, Jeep Cherokee, and Dodge Ramcharger. For the 1999-present F-250 and higher models see Ford Super Duty. See also Chevrolet Blazer (disambiguation The K5 Blazer was the smallest full size SUV version of the General Motors C/K Trucks family See also Jeep Cherokee for other models using this name The SJ series Jeep Cherokee was a full-size SUV produced from The Dodge Ramcharger was a large Sport utility vehicle built by Dodge from 1974 to 1993 and based on a shortened-wheelbase version of the Dodge D Series Thus, Broncos can generally be divided into three categories: Early Broncos (1966-1977, full-size Broncos (1978-1979) and full size Broncos (1980-1996). However, no matter which year it was built, four wheel drive and low range were standard on every Bronco built through its thirty year run. Four-wheel drive, 4WD, or 4x4 ("four by four" is a four-wheeled Vehicle with a drivetrain that allows all four Wheels to A transfer case is a part of a Four wheel drive system found in four wheel drive and All wheel drive vehicles The only two wheel drive Broncos were due to modification for street use as after market by their owners. This is especially interesting to note on the 1978 through 1996 Broncos when they were designed on the F-Series pickup truck frame, many of which were two wheel drive with no low range. For the 1999-present F-250 and higher models see Ford Super Duty.

The full-size Broncos and the successor Expedition were produced at Ford's Michigan Truck Plant in Wayne, Michigan. Michigan Truck Plant is a Ford Motor Company truck assembly plant Wayne is a city in Wayne County in the US state of Michigan, southwest of Detroit.

The Bronco permanently entered popular culture on June 17, 1994, as the vehicle in which O.J. Simpson, wanted for the murders of his ex-wife and her friend, attempted to elude Los Angeles Police Department in a low-speed chase with himself in the passenger seat and Al Cowlings driving. Events 1462 - Vlad III the Impaler attempts to assassinate Mehmed II ( The Night Attack) forcing him to retreat Year 1994 ( MCMXCIV) was a Common year starting on Saturday (link will display full 1994 Gregorian calendar) Orenthal James "O J" Simpson (born July 9 1947 who has also been called The Juice, is a retired American football player, Allen G Cowlings (born June 16, 1947 in San Francisco, California) first gained fame as an American football player but is also It was a white 1993 model owned by Al Cowlings.

Contents 1 1966-1977 (Early Bronco) 1.1 Racing 2 1978-1979 (Full-Size Bronco) 3 1980-1986 4 1987-1991 5 1992-1996 5.1 Bronco Centurion 6 1997 7 2004 concept 8 References 9 See also 10 External links

1966-1977 (Early Bronco)

First generation
Production	1966–1977
Body style(s)	Compact SUV
Engine(s)	170 in³ Straight-6 (1966-1972) 200 in³ Straight-6 (1973-1974) 289 in³ Windsor V8 (1966-1968) 302 in³ Windsor V8 (1969-1977)
Wheelbase	92. Cars can come in a large variety of different body styles. Some are still in production while others are of historical interest only Compact SUV is a class of small Sport utility vehicles with a length roughly between 4 Ford 's first Straight-6 engine was introduced in 1906 in the Model K. Ford 's first Straight-6 engine was introduced in 1906 in the Model K. The Windsor engine is a 90-degree Small-block V8 from Ford Motor Company. A V8 engine is a V engine with eight cylinders mounted on the Crankcase in two banks of four cylinders in most cases set at a right angle to each other The Windsor engine is a 90-degree Small-block V8 from Ford Motor Company. A V8 engine is a V engine with eight cylinders mounted on the Crankcase in two banks of four cylinders in most cases set at a right angle to each other In both road and rail Vehicles the wheelbase is the distance between the centers of the front and rear wheels 0 in (2337 mm)

The original Bronco was an ORV (Off-Road Vehicle), intended to compete primarily with Jeep CJ models and the International Harvester Scout. The Jeep CJ (or Civilian Jeep) was a commercial version of the famous Military Jeep from World War II. The International Harvester Scout was one of the first production American civilian off-road sport utility vehicles. The Bronco's small size (92 in wheelbase) made it popular for off-roading and some other uses, but impractical for such things as towing. The Bronco was Ford's first compact SUV, and Ford's compact SUV place would be taken by the Ford Bronco II (1984-1990), and the Ford Escape (2001-present). Compact SUV is a class of small Sport utility vehicles with a length roughly between 4 The Ford Bronco II was a Compact SUV sold between 1984 and 1990 The Ford Escape (designated U204) is a Crossover (automobile sold by the Automaker Ford Motor Company introduced in 2000 as a 2001 model year

The idea behind the Bronco began with Ford product manager Donald N. Frey, who also conceived of the Ford Mustang; and similarly, Lee Iacocca pushed the idea through into production. Donald N Frey (1923 in St Louis Missouri in United States) is an innovator in manufacturing and information systems The Ford Mustang sports coupe, manufactured by the Ford Motor Company, was initially based on the Ford Falcon Lido Anthony "Lee" Iacocca (born October 15, 1924) is an American businessman most commonly known for his revival of the In many ways, the Bronco was a more original concept than the Mustang; whereas the Mustang was based upon the Ford Falcon, the Bronco had a frame, suspension, and body that were not shared with any other vehicle. The Ford Mustang sports coupe, manufactured by the Ford Motor Company, was initially based on the Ford Falcon The Ford Falcon was an Automobile produced by Ford Motor Company from 1960 through 1970 A chassis (plural "chassis" (ˈʃæːsiː ˈtʃæːsiː consists of a framework that supports an inanimate object analogous to an Animal 's Suspension is the term given to the system of springs, Shock absorbers and linkages that connects a Vehicle to its Wheels Suspension

The Bronco was designed under engineer Paul G. Axelrad. Although the axles and brakes were sourced from the Ford F-100 four wheel drive pickup truck, the front axle was located by radius arms (from the frame near the rear of the transmission forward to the axle) and a lateral track bar, allowing the use of coil springs which gave the Bronco a tight (34 ft) turning circle, long wheel travel, and an anti-dive geometry which was useful for snowplowing. For the 1999-present F-250 and higher models see Ford Super Duty. Four-wheel drive, 4WD, or 4x4 ("four by four" is a four-wheeled Vehicle with a drivetrain that allows all four Wheels to A pickup truck is a light Motor vehicle with an open-top rear cargo area which is almost always separated from the cab to allow for chassis flex when carrying or pulling A Coil spring, also known as a helical spring, is a mechanical device which is typically used to store energy and subsequently release it to absorb shock or to maintain The turning radius or turning circle of a Vehicle is the Radius of the smallest circular turn (ie The rear suspension was more conventional, with leaf springs in a typical Hotchkiss design. A shift-on the-fly Dana Corp. transfer case and locking hubs were standard, and heavy-duty suspension was an option. Dana Holding Corporation ( is an Auto parts and systems company recently emerged from Chapter 11 Bankruptcy A transfer case is a part of a Four wheel drive system found in four wheel drive and All wheel drive vehicles Locking hubs, also known as free wheeling hubs are an accessory fitted to many Four-wheel drive vehicles allowing the front wheels to be manually disconnected from

The initial engine was the Ford 170 in³ I6, modified with solid valve lifters, a six-US-quart oil pan, heavy-duty fuel pump, oil-bath air cleaner, and a carburetor with a float bowl compensated against tilting. The straight-6 or inline-6 engine (often abbreviated I6 or L6) is a six cylinder Internal combustion engine with all six cylinders A tappet in Mechanical engineering is a projection which imparts a linear motion to some other component within an assembly For the GI Joe character see List of GI Joe ARAH characters. For the Transformers characters see Crankcase (Transformers. A carburetor (North American spelling or carburettor ( Commonwealth spelling) is a device that blends air and Fuel for an Internal

Styling was subordinated to simplicity and economy, so all glass was flat, bumpers were simple C-sections, the frame was a simple box-section ladder, and the basic left and right door skins were identical except for mounting holes.

The base price was only US$2,194, but the long option list included front bucket seats, a rear bench seat, a tachometer, and a CB radio, as well as functional items such as a tow bar, an auxiliary gas tank, a power take-off, a snowplow, a winch, and a posthole digger. The United States dollar ( sign: $; code: USD) is the unit of Currency of the United States; it has also been A tachometer is an instrument that measures the rotation speed of a shaft or disk as in a motor or other machine Citizens' Band radio ( CB) is in many countries a system of short-distance simplex radio communications between individuals on a selection of 40 channels within A power take-off ( PTO) is a splined Driveshaft, usually on a Tractor or that can be used to provide power to an attachment or separate machine An auger is a device for moving material or liquid (see Archimedes' screw) by means of a rotating Helical flighting Aftermarket accessories included campers, overdrive units, and the usual array of wheels, tires, chassis, and engine parts for increased performance. Overdrive can refer to two different things An overdrive is a device which was commonly used in Automobiles to allow the choice of an extra-high overall Gear ratio This article is about tires used on road Vehicles including pneumatic tires and solid tires.

The Bronco sold well in its first year (23,776 units produced^[1]) and then remained in second place after the CJ-5 ^[2] until the advent of the full-sized Chevrolet Blazer in 1969. See also Chevrolet Blazer (disambiguation The K5 Blazer was the smallest full size SUV version of the General Motors C/K Trucks family The Blazer was a much larger and more powerful vehicle which could offer greater luxury, comfort, space, and a longer option list including an automatic transmission and power steering, and thus had broader appeal. An automatic transmission (commonly "AT" or "Auto" is an Automobile Gearbox that can change Gear ratios automatically as the vehicle Power steering is a system for reducing the Steering effort on vehicles by using an external power source to assist in turning the roadwheels. Ford countered by enlarging the optional V8 engine from 289 in³ and 200 hp (150 kW) to 302 in³ and 205 hp (153 kW), but this still could not match the Blazer's optional 350 in³ and 255 hp (190 kW). In 1973, power steering and automatic transmissions were made optional and sales spiked to 26,300, but by then, Blazer sales were double those of the Bronco, and International Harvester had seen the light and come out with the Scout II that was more in the Blazer class. The International Harvester Scout was one of the first production American civilian off-road sport utility vehicles. By 1974, the larger and more comfortable vehicles such as the Cherokee made more sense for the average driver than the more rustically-oriented Bronco. See also Jeep Cherokee for other models using this name The SJ series Jeep Cherokee was a full-size SUV produced from The low sales of the Bronco (230,800 over twelve years) did not allow a large budget for upgrades, and it remained basically unchanged until the advent of the larger, more Blazer-like second generation Bronco in 1978. Production of the original model fell (14,546 units) in its last year, 1977. ^[3]

Racing

In 1965, racecar builder Bill Stroppe assembled a team of Broncos for long-distance off-road competition for Ford. Partnering with Ford's frequently favored race team Holman-Moody, the Stroppe/Holman/Moody (SHM) Broncos proceeded to dominate the Mint 400, Baja 500, and Mexican 1000 (which was later named the Baja 1000). Holman and Moody form Holman Moody John Holman was hired in 1952 by Clay Smith and Bill Stroppe to drive their parts truck to each leg of the 1952 Mexican Road Race Mint 400 was also an album by Australian trio Ammonia. The Mint 400 was an annual Desert off road race for both Motorcycles Baja 1000 is an off-road race that takes place on Mexico's Baja California Peninsula in the fall In 1969 SHM again entered a team of six Broncos in the Baja 1000. Baja 1000 is an off-road race that takes place on Mexico's Baja California Peninsula in the fall In 1971, a "Baja Bronco" package partially derived from Stroppe's design was offered in the Ford showrooms, featuring quick-ratio power steering, automatic transmission, fender flares covering Gates Commando tires, a roll bar, reinforced bumpers, a padded steering wheel, and distinctive red, white, blue, and black paint. Gates Corporation is one of the largest non-tire rubber companies in the world A steering wheel (also called a driving wheel or hand wheel) is a type of steering Control in Vehicles and vessels ( Ships and Boats However, at a price of US$5566 versus the standard V8 Bronco price of $3665, only 650 were sold over the next four years. A V8 engine is a V engine with eight cylinders mounted on the Crankcase in two banks of four cylinders in most cases set at a right angle to each other ^[4]

In 1966, a Bronco dragster built by Doug Nash ran the quarter mile in 9. 2 seconds, with a top speed of 150 mph (240 km/h).

1978-1979 (Full-Size Bronco)

Second generation
Production	1978–1979
Body style(s)	Full-size SUV
Engine(s)	351 in³ 351M V8 400 in³ Modified V8

The redesign of the Bronco in 1978 was based on the F-100 truck, sharing many chassis, drivetrain, and body components. Cars can come in a large variety of different body styles. Some are still in production while others are of historical interest only A sport utility vehicle ( SUV) is a generic marketing description for a rugged automotive vehicle similar to a Station wagon but built on a light-truck chassis The Ford 335 engine family were a group of small-block V8 engines built by the Ford Motor Company between 1970 and 1982 A V8 engine is a V engine with eight cylinders mounted on the Crankcase in two banks of four cylinders in most cases set at a right angle to each other The Ford 335 engine family were a group of small-block V8 engines built by the Ford Motor Company between 1970 and 1982 A V8 engine is a V engine with eight cylinders mounted on the Crankcase in two banks of four cylinders in most cases set at a right angle to each other For the 1999-present F-250 and higher models see Ford Super Duty. The entire front clip is indistinguishable from their full size trucks for those years, and 78/79 broncos were available in either round or square sealed beam headlight styles. Ford started the redesign in 1972, codenamed Project Short-Horn, but introduction was delayed by concerns over the mid-1970s fuel crisis. ^[5] The increased size allowed them to compete with the fullsize SUVs offered by GM (Chevrolet Blazer/GMC Jimmy), Chrysler (Dodge Ramcharger/Plymouth Trailduster), American Motors (Jeep Grand Wagoneer), and Toyota (Toyota Land Cruiser). General Motors Corporation ( GM) ( is a multinational automobile manufacturer founded in 1908 and headquartered in the United States. See also Chevrolet Blazer (disambiguation The K5 Blazer was the smallest full size SUV version of the General Motors C/K Trucks family Chrysler LLC is an American Automobile manufacturer that has been producing Automobiles since 1925 The Dodge Ramcharger was a large Sport utility vehicle built by Dodge from 1974 to 1993 and based on a shortened-wheelbase version of the Dodge D Series The Dodge Ramcharger was a large Sport utility vehicle built by Dodge from 1974 to 1993 and based on a shortened-wheelbase version of the Dodge D Series American Motors Corporation (AMC was an American automobile company formed on January 14 1954 by the merger of the Nash-Kelvinator Corporation The Jeep Wagoneer was an early Sport utility vehicle (SUV produced under varying Marques from 1963 to 1991 (pronounced) is a Multinational corporation headquartered in Japan, and is currently the world's largest Automaker. The Toyota Land Cruiser is a series of Four-wheel drive vehicles produced by the Japanese car maker Toyota Motor Corporation. The base engine was a 351M, with a 400 also being an option. A Ford 9" rear axle, and a Dana 44 front axle combined with the "indestructible" F-100 frame demanded rave reviews from the press. 1979 saw the addition of a catalytic converter, and other various emissions control equipment. A catalytic converter (colloquially "cat" or "catcon" is a device used to reduce the toxicity of emissions from an Internal combustion engine.

To date, 1978 and 1979 Broncos are a rare find since they were based on the 1973-79 Ford F-series trucks; this was the generation where the Bronco transitioned from a compact to full-size.

1980-1986

Third generation
Production	1980–1986
Body style(s)	Full-size SUV
Engine(s)	300 in³ Straight-6 302 in³ 302 V8 351 in³ 351M V8 (1980-1982) 351 in³ Windsor V8
Transmission(s)	4-speed Borg-Warner T-18 manual 4-speed New Process NP435 manual 4-speed Tremec RTS OverDrive 3-speed C6 automatic 4-speed AOD
Wheelbase	104. Cars can come in a large variety of different body styles. Some are still in production while others are of historical interest only A sport utility vehicle ( SUV) is a generic marketing description for a rugged automotive vehicle similar to a Station wagon but built on a light-truck chassis Ford 's first Straight-6 engine was introduced in 1906 in the Model K. The Windsor engine is a 90-degree Small-block V8 from Ford Motor Company. A V8 engine is a V engine with eight cylinders mounted on the Crankcase in two banks of four cylinders in most cases set at a right angle to each other The Ford 335 engine family were a group of small-block V8 engines built by the Ford Motor Company between 1970 and 1982 A V8 engine is a V engine with eight cylinders mounted on the Crankcase in two banks of four cylinders in most cases set at a right angle to each other The Windsor engine is a 90-degree Small-block V8 from Ford Motor Company. A V8 engine is a V engine with eight cylinders mounted on the Crankcase in two banks of four cylinders in most cases set at a right angle to each other The Ford C6 transmission was a heavy-duty Automatic transmission built by the Ford Motor Company between 1966 and 1996 The AOD (for automatic overdrive was a four-speed Automatic transmission with Overdrive. In both road and rail Vehicles the wheelbase is the distance between the centers of the front and rear wheels 0 in (2641 mm)
Length	180. 3 in (4579 mm)
Width	79. 3 in (2014 mm)
Height	75. 5 in (1917 mm)

There was a major redesign of the model in 1980 (the 1980 model was based on the redesigned Ford F-Series; this generation lasted until 1986 with no sheetmetal changes, mostly powertrain and chassis related). For the 1999-present F-250 and higher models see Ford Super Duty. The new Bronco was shorter, and had cosmetic changes along with powertrain, suspension and other odds and ends. Most notably, the Ford Bronco had a TTB (twin traction beam) setup in the front end for an independent front suspension.

With a smaller Bronco and fuel economy in mind, Ford offered a 300 cubic inch straight six as the base engine. Ford 's first Straight-6 engine was introduced in 1906 in the Model K. Although this engine came with more torque than the V-configuration 302, the engine's true potential was crippled by a 1-bbl carburetor and restrictive single-out exhaust manifolds. Electronic emissions equipment added in 1984 further restricted the power of the inline six. Ford used up their remaining stock of 351M engines before switching over to the 351W in mid-model year 1982. A "High Output" version of the 351W became an option in 1984 and continued into the 1987 model year. Output was 210 hp (157 kW) at 4000 rpm vs the standard 2-bbl 351W which made 156 hp (116 kW) at 4000 rpm. ^[6] The 302 was the first engine to receive electronic fuel-injection, starting in the 1986 model year. Fuel injection is a system for mixing fuel with air in an Internal combustion engine.

Cosmetically, Ford returned to using its "blue oval" logo on the front of a slightly redesigned grille, and removed the "F O R D" letters from the hood in 1982. A grille (French word from Latin craticula, small grill is an opening of several slits side by side in a wall or metal ^[7] Towards the mid-80's, an Eddie Bauer edition Bronco was offered, with a tan interior and tan outside trim. Eddie Bauer ( is a Clothing store chain Headquartered in Bellevue Washington, and a subsidiary of Eddie Bauer Holdings which was formed subsequent to the former Classic square mirrors were dropped in 1986.

1987-1991

Fourth generation
Production	1987–1991
Body style(s)	Full-size SUV
Engine(s)	300 in³ Straight-6 302 in³ 302 V8 351 in³ Windsor V8
Transmission(s)	5-speed M5OD-R2 manual 3-speed C6 automatic 4-speed AOD automatic 4-speed E4OD automatic
Wheelbase	104. Cars can come in a large variety of different body styles. Some are still in production while others are of historical interest only A sport utility vehicle ( SUV) is a generic marketing description for a rugged automotive vehicle similar to a Station wagon but built on a light-truck chassis Ford 's first Straight-6 engine was introduced in 1906 in the Model K. The Windsor engine is a 90-degree Small-block V8 from Ford Motor Company. A V8 engine is a V engine with eight cylinders mounted on the Crankcase in two banks of four cylinders in most cases set at a right angle to each other The Windsor engine is a 90-degree Small-block V8 from Ford Motor Company. A V8 engine is a V engine with eight cylinders mounted on the Crankcase in two banks of four cylinders in most cases set at a right angle to each other The M5OD (Mazda 5-speed with Over Drive is a line of Manual transmissions produced by Mazda and used in Mazda and Ford cars and trucks The Ford C6 transmission was a heavy-duty Automatic transmission built by the Ford Motor Company between 1966 and 1996 An automatic transmission (commonly "AT" or "Auto" is an Automobile Gearbox that can change Gear ratios automatically as the vehicle The AOD (for automatic overdrive was a four-speed Automatic transmission with Overdrive. The Ford C6 transmission was a heavy-duty Automatic transmission built by the Ford Motor Company between 1966 and 1996 An automatic transmission (commonly "AT" or "Auto" is an Automobile Gearbox that can change Gear ratios automatically as the vehicle In both road and rail Vehicles the wheelbase is the distance between the centers of the front and rear wheels 7 in (2659 mm)
Length	180. 5 in (4585 mm)
Width	79. 1 in (2009 mm)
Height	1987-89: 74. 0 in (1880 mm). 1990-91: 74. 5 in (1892 mm)
Fuel capacity	33 US gallons (124. 9 L/27. 5 imp gal)

In 1987, the body and drivetrain of the fullsize Bronco changed, as it was still based on the F-Series. The new aero body style reflected a larger redesign of many Ford vehicles for the new model year. The model year of a product is a number used to describe approximately when a product was produced By 1988, all Broncos were being sold with electronic fuel injection (first introduced in 1986 with the 302). Fuel injection is a system for mixing fuel with air in an Internal combustion engine. In 1990, Ford started offering the heavy duty E4OD transmission. In 1991, a special Silver 25th Anniversary Edition was sold featuring a gray leather interior. All Broncos were built at the Michigan Truck Plant in Wayne, Michigan on the same line as the F-150.

1992-1996

Fifth generation
Production	1992–1996
Body style(s)	Full-size SUV
Engine(s)	300 in³ Straight-6 (1992) 302 in³ 302 V8 351 in³ Windsor V8
Transmission(s)	4-speed AOD-E automatic 4-speed E4OD automatic 5-speed M5OD-R2 manual
Wheelbase	104. Cars can come in a large variety of different body styles. Some are still in production while others are of historical interest only A sport utility vehicle ( SUV) is a generic marketing description for a rugged automotive vehicle similar to a Station wagon but built on a light-truck chassis Ford 's first Straight-6 engine was introduced in 1906 in the Model K. The Windsor engine is a 90-degree Small-block V8 from Ford Motor Company. A V8 engine is a V engine with eight cylinders mounted on the Crankcase in two banks of four cylinders in most cases set at a right angle to each other The Windsor engine is a 90-degree Small-block V8 from Ford Motor Company. A V8 engine is a V engine with eight cylinders mounted on the Crankcase in two banks of four cylinders in most cases set at a right angle to each other The AOD (for automatic overdrive was a four-speed Automatic transmission with Overdrive. The Ford C6 transmission was a heavy-duty Automatic transmission built by the Ford Motor Company between 1966 and 1996 An automatic transmission (commonly "AT" or "Auto" is an Automobile Gearbox that can change Gear ratios automatically as the vehicle The M5OD (Mazda 5-speed with Over Drive is a line of Manual transmissions produced by Mazda and used in Mazda and Ford cars and trucks In both road and rail Vehicles the wheelbase is the distance between the centers of the front and rear wheels 7 in (2659 mm)
Length	183. 6 in (4663 mm)
Width	79. 1 in (2009 mm)
Height	1995-96: 74. 4 in (1890 mm) 1992-94: 74. 5 in (1892 mm)
Fuel capacity	33 US gallons (124. 9 L/27. 5 imp gal)

The Bronco, along with the F-Series, was updated for 1992. The new Bronco was redesigned with safety in mind, incorporating front crumple zones, rear shoulder seat belts, a third brakelight embedded in the removable top, and after 1994, driver-side airbags. The crumple zone of a vehicle such as an Automobile is a structural feature designed to compress during an Accident to absorb Energy from an impact An airbag is part of a vehicle's safety restraint system a flexible envelope designed for rapid inflation in an automobile Collision, to prevent vehicle occupants Cosmetic exterior and interior changes included a sweeping front end and a new dash. Power mirrors were also offered for the first time, and in 1996 the Bronco became the first vehicle to incorporate turn signal lights in the mirrors. No major drivetrain changes occurred.

Bronco Centurion

From the late 1980s through its demise in 1996, the Bronco was also sold at Ford dealerships as a modified 4-door SUV (making it similar to the Excursion or Suburban). A sport utility vehicle ( SUV) is a generic marketing description for a rugged automotive vehicle similar to a Station wagon but built on a light-truck chassis The Ford Excursion is a Full-size Sport utility vehicle that was produced by the Ford Motor Company between model years 2000 and 2005 (2006 in The Chevrolet Suburban is a large Sport utility vehicle from Chevrolet. These 4-door Broncos were converted by Centurion Vehicles of White Pigeon, Michigan. White Pigeon is a village in St Joseph County in the US state of Michigan. The conversion involved combining a new club cab short bed F-Series truck with a Bronco tailgate and fiberglass top. In addition to adding a third row of seats and more room, a Bronco Centurion could be ordered using an F-350 as the donor pickup, allowing the Centurion to have such engines as the 7. 3L PowerStroke turbodiesel and the 7. 5L 460ci gasoline V8. This made the Centurion more appealing to people in need of a comfortable tow vehicle, albeit a faster one. Over time the few of these cars that still exist are rare and valuable, except for the certain percentage of Northern cars that suffered from tailgate rust-out due to poor body paint preparation.

The Bronco Centurion could be ordered with options such as a third-row seat that can be folded into a bed, second row bucket seats, a TV with a VCR, and a built-in radar detector. Television ( TV) is a widely used Telecommunication medium for sending ( Broadcasting) and receiving moving Images, either monochromatic PLEASE BEAR IN MIND THAT THIS IS A GENERAL ARTICLE ABOUT VCRs/VIDEOCASSETTE RECORDERS

Bronco Centurions are considered after market conversions. Ford introduced the Excursion as an official production model in 2000. The Ford Excursion is a Full-size Sport utility vehicle that was produced by the Ford Motor Company between model years 2000 and 2005 (2006 in

1997

In mid 1996, Ford officially made the decision to discontinue the Bronco. On Wednesday, June 12, 1996 the last Bronco ever built rolled off the assembly line at Michigan's Ford Truck Plant. The last Bronco was escorted by Jeff Trapp's 1970 Ford Bronco during a Drive-Off Ceremony. It was replaced by the Ford Expedition, which was introduced as the successor to the Bronco, and more effectively competed with GM's Chevrolet Tahoe. The Ford Expedition is a Full-size SUV built by the Ford Motor Company. The Chevrolet Tahoe (and very similar GMC Yukon) is a Full-size SUV from General Motors. The Bronco name was reused a few years later for a similar concept car.

2004 concept

At the 2004 North American International Auto Show, a Bronco concept car was introduced. The North American International Auto Show (previously called the Detroit Auto Show and often abbreviated NAIAS) is an annual Auto show held in ^[8] Some features of the concept car, such as the box-like roof line, short wheelbase, and the round headlamps are features associated with the Early Bronco, but this concept car also had a 2. 0 L intercooled turbodiesel engine and a six-speed manual transmission. A turbocharger, or turbo, is an air Compressor used for forced-induction of an Internal combustion engine. Diesel or Diesel fuel (ˈdiːzəl in general is any Fuel used in Diesel engines The most common is a specific fractional distillate of petroleum The internal combustion engine is an engine in which the Combustion of Fuel and an Oxidizer (typically air occurs in a confined space called a A manual transmission (also known as a stick shift or just 'stick' 'straight drive' or standard transmission) is a type of transmission used in As of March 2007, Ford is still considering releasing this for production. ^[9] The vehicle would be slotted below the Ford Escape if it were to be produced. The Ford Escape (designated U204) is a Crossover (automobile sold by the Automaker Ford Motor Company introduced in 2000 as a 2001 model year

Ford Bronco Concept at the 2004 NY Auto Show

References

See also

• Ford Bronco II

External links

• Bronco.com
• Early Ford Bronco 1966-1977 Specifications
• FullSizeBronco.com - Extensive fullsize bronco resource
• Bronco Driver Magazine
• Ford Bronco 40th Anniversary Article

The Ford Bronco II was a Compact SUV sold between 1984 and 1990

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