Chronology
Previous model: XR Falcon
Next model: XW Falcon
Date of Introduction
The XT Falcon was introduced in April 1968, replacing the XR Falcon
Was sold until June 1969 when the XT Falcon was replaced by the XW Falcon. On sale for about 14 months
Model Line Up
XT 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 Sedan: $2 230
Fairmont Automatic Sedan: $3 171
Fairmont Wagon: $3 381
Number
Built
79 290
(including GT)
Identification Information
Similar to previous
model, featured remodelled grille which gave the front end a flatter, more
integrated appearance
Engines
3.1 litre
(188 cubic inch) straight six
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:
188 cubic inches (3.10 litres)
Firing order: 1-5-3-6-2-4
Bore and
Stroke: 3.68 x 2.94 inches (93 x 75mm)
Power:
114bhp (85kw) at 4400rpm
Torque:
180lbs/ft (244Nm) at 2400rpm
Compression
Ratio: 9.2:1
Fuel
System: Single throat downdraft type carburettor
Idle RPM
speed: Manual: 575rpm, Automatic: 500rpm
Oil pump Type: Eccentric Rotor
Camshaft Drive Type: Belt
Chain and Gears
3.6 litre
(221 cubic inch) straight 6
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:
221 cubic inches (3.62 litres)
Firing order: 1-5-3-6-2-4
Bore and
Stroke: 3.68 x 3.46 inches (93 x 88mm)
Power:
135bhp (101kw) at 4400rpm
Torque:
208lbs/ft (258Nm) at 2400rpm
Compression
Ratio: 9.3:1
Fuel
System: Single throat downdraft type carburettor
Idle RPM
speed: Manual: 575rpm, Automatic: 500rpm
Oil pump Type: Eccentric Rotor
Camshaft Drive Type: Belt
Chain and Gears
302 cubic
inch “Mustang” 5L V8
Capacity:
302 cubic inches (4.95 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 3.00 inches (102 x 76mm)
Power:
210bhp (157kw) at 4600rpm
Torque:
300lbs/ft (407Nm) at 2600rpm
Compression
Ratio: 9.0:1
Fuel
System: Two barrel carburettor
Transmissions
Manual
Manual (i6)
1st:
2.95:1
2nd:
1.68:1
3rd:
1.00:1
Reverse:
3.80:1
Manual (V8)
1st:
2.71:1
2nd: 1.45:1
3rd:
1.00:1
Reverse:
3.47:1
Automatic
‘Cruisomatic’ Auto
1st:
2.39:1
2nd:
1.45:1
3rd:
1.00:1
Reverse: 2.09:1
3S Auto
1st:
2.39:1
2nd:
1.45:1
3rd:
1.00:1
Reverse: 2.09:1
Rear Axle Ratios
188ci Six
and all Six Automatics: 3.50:1
221ci Six
Manual: 3.23:1
V8:
2.93:1
Clutch
Single
cushion disc, dry plate clutch, 9 ½ inch diameter
Chassis
Unitary construction (Monocoque)
Suspension
Front:
Independent type with coil springs and hydraulic double acting shock absorbers,
stabiliser bar
Rear:
Live axle, semi-elliptic springs with hydraulic double acting shock absorbers
Spring
length: 50 inches
Spring
width: 2 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
Steering
Recirculating ball, ratio 14:1
Power steering optional, ratio 16:1
Brakes
Front:
Hydraulic 10 inch (254mm) drums
Power
assisted disc brakes standard on Fairmont models, optional for others
10.75
inch for 6 cylinder
11 inch
for V8 models
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: 6.95 x 14 four-ply
V8
Sedans: 7.35 x 14 four-ply
Wagons,
Utilities and Vans: 185 x 14 four-ply
Radial
tyres 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: Sedan: 2920lb (1324kg)
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: 58 Inches (1473mm)
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: 37.8 Inches (960mm)
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