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For a complete overview of all Falcon models, see Ford Falcon (Australia).
Ford XY Falcon
Ford Falcon Sedan (XY)
Overview
ManufacturerFord Australia
Also calledXY Futura
XY Fairmont
ProductionOctober 1970 – March 1972
AssemblyAustralia
Port Elizabeth, South Africa [1]
Body and chassis
Body style4-door sedan
5-door station wagon
2-door coupe utility
2-door panel van
LayoutFR layout
F4 layout [2]
Powertrain
Engine200 cu in (3.3 L) I6
250 cu in (4.1 L) I6
302 cu in (4.9 L) V8
351 cu in (5.8 L) V8
Transmission3-speed manual
4-speed manual
3-speed “Cruisomatic” automatic
Dimensions
Wheelbase2819 mm
Length4689 mm
Width1869 mm
Height1417 mm
Curb weight1362 kg
Chronology
PredecessorXW Falcon
SuccessorXA Falcon

The Ford Falcon (XY) is a full-size car that was produced by Ford Australia from 1970 to 1972. It was the fourth and last iteration of the second generation of this Australian-made model and also included the Ford Fairmont (XY)—the luxury-oriented version of the Falcon.

Overview

The XY Falcon was released in October 1970 replacing the XW Falcon.[3] The XY was a facelift of the XW, featuring a new divided grille and redesigned tail lights.[3] Improvements were made to seating, safety equipment and ride quality.[4]

Model range

The XY Falcon range featured eight passenger vehicles and three commercial models.[5]

  • Ford Falcon Sedan
  • Ford Falcon Wagon
  • Ford Falcon 500 Sedan
  • Ford Falcon 500 Wagon
  • Ford Futura Sedan
  • Ford Fairmont Sedan
  • Ford Fairmont Wagon
  • Ford Falcon GT Sedan
  • Ford Falcon Utility
  • Ford Falcon Van
  • Ford Falcon 500 Utility

Futura and Fairmont models, whilst marketed as part of the XY Falcon range, were not officially referred to or badged as Falcons.[6]

A GS Rally Pack was available as an option on Falcon 500, Futura and Fairmont Sedans and Wagons.[7]

  • Ford Falcon Sedan (XY)
    Ford Falcon Sedan (XY)
  • Ford Falcon 500 Sedan (XY)
    Ford Falcon 500 Sedan (XY)
  • Ford Falcon 500 Wagon (XY)
    Ford Falcon 500 Wagon (XY)
  • Ford Fairmont Sedan (XY)
    Ford Fairmont Sedan (XY)
  • Ford Fairmont Sedan (XY) with GS Rally Pack
    Ford Fairmont Sedan (XY) with GS Rally Pack
  • Ford Fairmont Wagon (XY) with GS Rally Pack
    Ford Fairmont Wagon (XY) with GS Rally Pack
  • Ford XY Falcon GTHO (XY) (non-standard wheels)
    Ford XY Falcon GTHO (XY) (non-standard wheels)
  • Ford Falcon Utility (XY)
    Ford Falcon Utility (XY)
  • Ford Falcon Panel Van (XY) (non-standard wheels & front spoiler)
    Ford Falcon Panel Van (XY) (non-standard wheels & front spoiler)

Falcon GTHO Phase III

A high-performance Falcon GTHO Phase III[3] was released in May 1971.[8]

Falcon 4-wheel-drive utility

Ford Falcon 4 Wheel Drive Utility (XY)

A four-wheel-drive version of the Utility was produced in 1972.[2] It was marketed simply as the Falcon 4-wheel-drive utility [9] and 432 examples were built.[9]

Engines

New 200 cu in (3.3 L) and 250 cu in (4.1 L) inline six-cylinder engines replaced the smaller-capacity sixes offered in the XW and the 302 cu in (4.9 L) and 351 cu in (5.8 L) V8s were carried over from the previous range.[10]

Production

Production of the XY Falcon range totalled 118,666 vehicles.[5] 1,557 XY Falcon GTs and 300 XY GT-HOs were built.[11]

Replacement

The XY range was replaced by the XA Falcon in March 1972.[12]

References

  1. ^ Springbock Supercars - Aussie Style, Australian Muscle Car, Issue 10, Nov/Dec 2003, page 16 to 17
  2. ^ a b Norm Darwin, The History of Ford in Australia, 1986, page 165
  3. ^ a b c Tony Davis, Aussie Cars, 1987, page 118
  4. ^ Ford Falcon XY Retrieved from www.uniquecarsandparts.com.au on 17 February 2010
  5. ^ a b Falcon XY Technical Specifications Retrieved from www.uniquecarsandparts.com.au on 17 February 2010
  6. ^ Ford XY Falcon sales brochure, Ford Sales Company of Australia Limited
  7. ^ Ford XY Falcon sales brochure, Ford Sales Company of Australia Limited, pages 22–23
  8. ^ Glass’s Dealer Guide, South Australian & Northern Territory Edition, June 1973, page 54
  9. ^ a b AC Bushby, The Australian Ford Falcon Collection, 1989, pages 136–137
  10. ^ AC Bushby, The Australian Ford Falcon Collection, 1989, pages 163–164
  11. ^ Ford XY GTHO Phase III Technical Specifications Retrieved from www.uniquecarsandparts.com.au on 17 February 2010
  12. ^ Tony Davis, Aussie Cars, 1987, page 129
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