Chronology
Previous model: XP Falcon
Next model: XT Falcon
Date of Introduction
The XR Falcon replaced the XP Falcon in September 1966
Replaced March 1968 by the XT Falcon, the XR Falcon was on sale for about 18 months
Model Line Up
XR Falcon Sedan
Falcon 500 Sedan
Fairmont Sedan
GT Sedan
Station Wagon
500 Station Wagon
Fairmont Station Wagon
Utility
500 Utility
Van
Prices at Time of Introduction
Falcon Manual Sedan $2 226
Fairmont Automatic Sedan: $3 125
Fairmont Wagon: $3 335
Note: Decimal Currency Introduced in 1966 (February 14, 1966)
Number Built
90 810 (including GT)
Identification Information
New body shape loosely based on the American Ford Mustang. Featured a longer nose and a shorter boot. Squared off front end.
Engines
170 “Pursuit”
Type: Conventional, water cooled four stroke, reciprocating piston type
Number of Cylinders: Six
Configuration: Front mounted, longitudinal, inline
Head: Cast iron, pushrod and rocker actuated ohv with two valves per cylinder
Capacity: 170 cubic inches (2.78 litres)
Firing order: 1-5-3-6-2-4
Bore and Stroke: 3.50 x 2.94 inches (89 x 75mm)
Power: 111bhp (83kw) at 4400rpm
Torque: 158lbs/ft (214Nm) at 2400rpm
Compression Ratio: 9.2:1
Fuel System: Single throat downdraft type carburettor
Idle speed: 500rpm
Oil pump Type: Eccentric Rotor
Camshaft Drive Type: Belt Chain and Gears
200 “Super Pursuit”
Type: Conventional, water cooled four stroke, reciprocating piston type
Number of Cylinders: Six
Configuration: Front mounted, longitudinal, inline
Head: Cast iron, pushrod and rocker actuated ohv with two valves per cylinder
Capacity: 200 cubic inches (3.28 litres)
Firing order: 1-5-3-6-2-4
Bore and Stroke: 3.68 x 3.13 inches (93 x 79mm)
Power: 121bhp (90kw) at 4400rpm
Torque: 190lbs/ft (258Nm) at 2400rpm
Compression Ratio: 9.2:1
Fuel System: Single throat downdraft type carburettor
Idle speed: Manual: 575rpm, Automatic: 500rpm
Oil pump Type: Eccentric Rotor
Camshaft Drive Type: Belt Chain and Gears
289 Windsor
Capacity: 289 cubic inches (4.74 litres)
Type: Conventional, water cooled four stroke, reciprocating piston type
Number of Cylinders: Eight
Configuration: Front mounted, longitudinal, Vee
Head: Cast iron, pushrod and rocker actuated ohv with two valves per cylinder
Bore and Stroke: 4.00 x 2.87 inches (102 x 73mm)
Power: 200bhp (149kw) at 4400rpm
Torque: 282lbs/ft (382Nm) at 2400rpm
Compression Ratio: 9.3:1
Fuel System: Two barrel carburettor
Transmissions
Manual
1st: 2.95:1
2nd: 1.69:1
3rd: 1.00:1
Reverse: 3.80:1
Automatic
3S Automatic
1st: 2.39:1
2nd: 1.45:1
3rd: 1.00:1
Reverse: 2.09:1
‘Cruisomatic’ Auto
1st: 2.39:1
2nd: 1.45:1
3rd: 1.00:1
Reverse: 2.09:1
Rear Axle Ratio
All 6 cylinder Manual models: 3.50:1
Automatic models and V8 models: 3.23:1
Clutch
Single cushion disc, dry plate clutch, hydraulic operation, 9 ¼ inches
Cooling System
Thermosiphon type with fan and centrifugal impeller water pump assistance
Drive: V-Belt
Type of Bearings: Pre-Lubricated Bearings and Shaft assembly
System Capacity: 14.5 Imp Pt
Chassis
Unitary construction (Monocoque)
Suspension
Front: Independent type with coil springs and hydraulic double acting shock absorbers, stabiliser bar
Rear: Semi-elliptic springs with hydraulic double acting shock absorbers
Spring Length: 50 inches
Spring width: 2 inches
Steering
Recirculating ball, 20:1 ratio
Brakes
Front: Hydraulic 10 inch (254mm) drums
Power assisted front disc brakes standard on Fairmont
10.75 inch for Fairmont 6 Cylinder
11 inch for Fairmont V8
Rear: Hydraulic 10 inch (254mm) drums
Electrical
12 Volt, coil and alternator ignition
Exhaust
Six Cylinder: Single tail-pipe, zinc annealed type muffler
289 V8: Twin pipes
Wheels
Pressed steel disc wheels with safety rims
Tyres
Six Sedans: 6.45 x 14 four-ply
V8 Sedans: 6.95 x 14 four-ply
Wagons, Utilities and Vans: 7.35 x 14 four-ply
Radials optional on all models
Exterior Dimensions (Sedan)
Total Length: 184.6 Inches (4689mm)
Total Width: 73.8 Inches (1875mm)
Height At Kerb Weight: 54.7 Inches (1389mm)
Wheelbase: 111.0 Inches (2819mm)
Front Track: 58.0 Inches (1473mm)
Rear Track: 58.0 Inches (1473mm)
Kerb Weight: 2938lb (1333kg)
Fuel Tank: 16.4 Gallons (74.6 Litres)
Turning Circle: 36.6ft (11.2 Metres)
Luggage Capacity: 25.4 Cubic Feet: (720 Litres)
Interior Dimensions (Sedan)
Front Headroom: 38.3 Inches (973mm)
Rear Headroom: 37.6 Inches (955mm)
Front Shoulder Room: 57.1 Inches (1450mm)
Rear Shoulder Room: 58 Inches (1473mm)
Front Hip Room: 59.6 Inches (1541mm)
Rear Hip Room: 59.5 Inches (1511mm)
Front Legroom: 40.9 Inches (1039mm)
Rear Legroom: 35.2 Inches (894mm)