Chronology
Previous model: XA Falcon
Next model: XC Falcon
Date of Introduction
The XB Falcon was introduced on the 31st of October, 1973
Replaced July 1976 by the XC Falcon. The XB Falcon was on sale for about 22 months
Model Line Up
XB Falcon Sedan
Falcon 500 Sedan
Futura Sedan
Fairmont Sedan
GT Sedan
Station Wagon
500 Station Wagon
Fairmont Station Wagon
500 Hardtop
Fairmont Hardtop
Utility
500 Utility
Van
Prices at Time of Introduction
XB Falcon Sedan $3 236
Futura Sedan: $3 540
Fairmont Sedan: $4 044
500 Hardtop: $4 320
Fairmont Hardtop: $4 149
Number Built
220 765 (including GT)
Identification Information
Redesign of previous model featuring a bulge in the bonnet, a new honeycomb grille and restyled tail lights.
Engines
200
Type: Conventional, water cooled four stroke, reciprocating piston type
Number of Cylinders: Six
Configuration: Front mounted, longitudinal, inline
Head: Pushrod and rocker actuated ohv with two valves per cylinder
Capacity: 200 cubic inches (3.28 litres)
Bore and Stroke: 3.68 x 3.13 inches (93 x 80mm)
Power: 130bhp (97kw) at 4600rpm
Torque: 190lbs/ft (258Nm) at 2000rpm
Compression Ratio: 9.1:1
Fuel System: Single throat downdraft type carburettor
250 1V
Type: Conventional, water cooled four stroke, reciprocating piston type
Number of Cylinders: Six
Configuration: Front mounted, longitudinal, inline
Head: Pushrod and rocker actuated ohv with two valves per cylinder
Capacity: 250 cubic inches (4.10 litres)
Bore and Stroke: 3.68 x 3.91 inches (93 x 99mm)
Power: 155bhp (116kw) at 4400rpm
Torque: 240lbs/ft (325Nm) at 1600rpm
Compression Ratio: 9.3:1
Fuel System: Single throat downdraft type carburettor
250 2V
Type: Conventional, water cooled four stroke, reciprocating piston type
Number of Cylinders: Six
Configuration: Front mounted, longitudinal, inline
Head: Pushrod and rocker actuated ohv with two valves per cylinder
Capacity: 250 cubic inches (4.10 litres)
Bore and Stroke: 3.68 x 3.91 inches (93 x 99mm)
Power: 170bhp (127kw) at 4200rpm
Torque: 250lbs/ft (339Nm) at 2200rpm
Compression Ratio: 9.3:1
Fuel System: Bendix twin throat downdraft type carburettor
302
Type: Conventional, water cooled four stroke, reciprocating piston type
Number of Cylinders: Eight
Configuration: Front mounted, longitudinal, Vee
Head: Pushrod and rocker actuated ohv with two valves per cylinder
Capacity: 302 cubic inches (4.95 litres)
Bore and Stroke: 4.00 x 3.00 inches (102 x 76mm)
Power: 240bhp (179kw) at 5000rpm
Torque: 305lbs/ft (414Nm) at 2600rpm
Compression Ratio: 9.5:1
Fuel System: Two barrel carburettor
351
Type: Conventional, water cooled four stroke, reciprocating piston type
Number of Cylinders: Eight
Configuration: Front mounted, longitudinal, inline
Head: Pushrod and rocker actuated ohv with two valves per cylinder
Capacity: 351 cubic inches (5.75 litres)
Bore and Stroke: 4.00 x 3.50 inches (102 x 89mm)
Power: 260bhp (194kw) at 4600rpm
Torque: 355lbs/ft (481Nm) at 2600rpm
Compression Ratio: 9.7:1
Fuel System: Two barrel carburettor
Transmissions
Manual
Manual (Six, 3 speed)
1st: 2.95:1
2nd: 1.69:1
3rd: 1.00:1
Reverse: 3.67:1
Manual (302 V8, 3 speed)
1st: 2.71:1
2nd: 1.69:1
3rd: 1.00:1
Reverse: 3.37:1
Manual (250ci Six and V8, 4 speed)
1st: 2.82:1
2nd: 1.84:1
3rd: 1.32:1
4th: 1.00:1
Reverse: 2.56:1
Automatic
Automatic (200ci and 250ci 1V Six)
1st: 2.39:1
2nd: 1.45:1
3rd: 1.00:1
Reverse: 2.09:1
Automatic (250ci 2V, V8)
1st: 2.46:1
2nd: 1.46:1
3rd: 1.00:1
Reverse: 2.20:1
Rear Axle Ratio
200: 3.23:1
250 manual: 3.23:1
250 automatic and all 302: 2.92:1
351 manual: 3.00:1
351 automatic: 2.75:1
Clutch
200 and 250: Single dry plate clutch , hydraulically operated 9.50″
302: Single dry plate clutch , hydraulically operated 10.00″
351: Twin dry plate, hydraulically operated 9.5″ face
Chassis
Unitary construction (Monocoque)
Suspension
Front: Independent type with coil springs and hydraulic shock absorbers, stabiliser bar
Rear: Live axle, semi-elliptic springs with hydraulic shock absorbers
Steering
Recirculating ball, 20: ratio, with optional variable power steering. 11:1 – 17.5:1
Brakes
Front: Hydraulic 11.25 inch (285.75mm) discs
Power assisted ventilated disc brakes standard on Futura, Fairmont and GT, optional on all other models
Rear: Hydraulic 10 inch (254mm) drums
Power assisted rear disc brakes optional with 351, 11.25 inch (286mm)
Electrical
12 volt, coil and distributor ignition
Exhaust
Six Cylinder: Single tail-pipe, zinc annealed type muffler
V8: Twin pipes, free flow exhaust, minimum back-pressure muffler
Wheels
Pressed 5 or 6 inch steel disc wheels with JJ safety rims
Radial tyres fitted to optional 6JJ rims
Tyres
200 and 250 Six: 6.95L x 14 4 BSW crossply extra low profile
302 V8: 7.35 S14 BSW 4 ply
351 V8: H14 BSW 4 ply on 6 inch 66 wheels
Utilities and Vans: 7.355 x 14 4 ply
Other tyre options/combinations:
200 and 250 Six could be fitted with optional 7.35L x 14 BSW 4 ply with 6 inch wheels
All 6 cylinder and 302 V8 models 7.355 14 WSW 4 ply
200, 250 and 302 optional 185 SR 14 BSW on 6 inch wheels
200, 250 302, 351 optional ER 70 H 14 RSW on 6 inch wheels
Exterior Dimensions (Sedan)
Total Length: 189.3 Inches (4808mm)
Total Width: 74.8 Inches (1900mm)
Height At Kerb Weight: 53.9 Inches (1369mm)
Wheelbase: 111.0 Inches (2819mm)
Front Track: 60.5 Inches (1537mm)
Rear Track: 60.0 Inches (1524mm)
Kerb Weight: Sedan: 3074lb (1394kg)
Fuel Tank: 17.5 Gallons (79.6 Litres)
Turning Circle: 39.4ft (12 Metres)
Luggage Capacity: 27.6 Cubic Ft (780 Litres)
Exterior Dimensions (Hardtop)
Total Length: 189.3 Inches (4808mm)
Total Width: 77.7 Inches (1969mm)
Height At Kerb Weight: 51.9 Inches (1318mm)
Wheelbase: 111.0 Inches (2819mm)
Front Track: 60.5 Inches (1537mm)
Rear Track: 60.0 Inches (1524mm)
Kerb Weight: Sedan: 3053lb (1385kg)
Fuel Tank: 17.5 Gallons (79.6 Litres)
Turning Circle: 39.4 Ft (12.0 Metres)
Luggage Capacity: 29.3 Litres (830 Litres)
Interior Dimensions (Sedan)
Front Headroom: 38 Inches (965mm)
Rear Headroom: 36.7 Inches (932mm)
Front Shoulder Room: 60 Inches (1524mm)
Rear Shoulder Room: 60 Inches (1524mm)
Front Hip Room: 60.2 Inches (1529mm)
Rear Hip Room: 60.2 Inches (1529mm)
Front Legroom: 41.5 Inches (1054mm)
Rear Legroom: 31.9 Inches (810mm)
Interior Dimensions (Hardtop)
Front Headroom: 36.8 Inches (935mm)
Rear Headroom: 37.2 Inches (965mm)
Front Shoulder Room: 60 Inches (1524mm)
Rear Shoulder Room: 60 Inches (1524mm)
Front Hip Room: 60.2 Inches (1529mm)
Rear Hip Room: 60.2 Inches (1529mm)
Front Legroom: 41.5 Inches (1054mm)
Rear Legroom: 31.9 Inches (810mm)