Chronology
Previous model: The XR GT was the first GT model
Next model: XT GT
Release Date
The XR GT was released in limited numbers from May 1967
Model Line up
4 Door Sedan (XR GT)
Price at introduction
$3 890
Number built
596 (558 in 1967, 38 in 1968).
Engines
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: Pushrod and rocker actuated ohv with two valves per cylinder
Bore and Stroke: 4.00 x 2.87 inches (102 x 73mm)
Power: 225bhp (168kw) at 4800rpm
Torque: 305lbs/ft (414Nm) at 3200rpm
Compression Ratio: 9.8:1
Fuel System: Ford Autolite ‘4300’ 446 cfm four barrel downdraught carburettor
Transmissions
Four speed all synchromesh manual transmission
1st: 2.78:1
2nd: 1.93:1
3rd: 1.36:1
4th: 1.00:1
Reverse: 2.78:1
Rear Axle ratio
2.93:1
8 inch, removable carrier type with limited slip diff
Clutch
Single 10 inch (254mm) Dry plate
Electrical
12 Volt Battery with single point distributor
Exhaust
Cast iron manifold, low restriction single exhaust
Chassis
All steel unitary
Suspension
Front
Independent angle poised ball joint. Macpherson strut, coil springs, telescopic shock absorbers, wishbones and anti roll bar
Rear
Hotchkiss type with semi elliptic leaf springs, telescopic shock absorbers and live axle
Steering
Recirculating ball, 16:1 ratio
Power assistance optional
Brakes
Front
Servo assisted 11 inch (279mm) discs
Rear
Servo assisted 10 inch (254mm) drums
Wheels
5.50 x 14 steel wheels
Tyres
185 x 14
Exterior Dimensions
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 (75 litres)
Turning Circle: 37.5ft (11.4 metres)
Luggage Capacity: 25.4 cubic feet: (720 litres)
Interior Dimensions
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)