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2008 Ford Explorer
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2008 Ford Explorer

Explorer Sport Trac 4WD 4dr V8 Limited

Engine
Engine Order Code 998
Engine Type Gas V8
Displacement 4.6L/281
Fuel System SEFI
SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM 292 @ 5750
SAE Net Torque @ RPM 300 @ 3950
Transmission
Drivetrain 4-Wheel Drive
Trans Order Code 44X
Trans Type 6
Trans Description Cont. Automatic
First Gear Ratio (:1) 4.17
Second Gear Ratio (:1) 2.34
Third Gear Ratio (:1) 1.52
Fourth Gear Ratio (:1) 1.14
Fifth Gear Ratio (:1) 0.86
Sixth Gear Ratio (:1) 0.69
Reverse Ratio (:1) 3.40
Transfer Case Model BW-4411
Transfer Case Gear Ratio (:1), High 1.00
Transfer Case Gear Ratio (:1), Low 2.48
Mileage
EPA Fuel Economy Est - City (MPG) 13
EPA Fuel Economy Est - Hwy (MPG) 19
Electrical
Cold Cranking Amps @ 0° F (Primary) 650
Maximum Alternator Capacity (amps) 130
Maximum Alternator Watts 1950
Cooling System
Total Cooling System Capacity (qts) 8.5
Weight Information
Gross Axle Wt Rating - Front (lbs) 3140
Gross Axle Wt Rating - Rear (lbs) 3340
Curb Weight - Front (lbs) 2720
Curb Weight - Rear (lbs) 2110
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating Cap (lbs) 6280
Gross Combined Wt Rating (lbs) 12000
Trailering
Dead Weight Hitch - Max Trailer Wt. (lbs) 3500
Dead Weight Hitch - Max Tongue Wt. (lbs) 350
Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Trailer Wt. (lbs) 7000
Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Tongue Wt. (lbs) 700
Suspension
Suspension Type - Front Independent
Suspension Type - Rear Independent
Spring Capacity - Front (lbs) 3140
Spring Capacity - Rear (lbs) 3400
Axle Type - Front Twin-forged SLA
Axle Type - Rear Semi-floating
Axle Capacity - Front (lbs) 3240
Axle Capacity - Rear (lbs) 3600
Axle Ratio (:1) - Front 3.55
Axle Ratio (:1) - Rear 3.55
Shock Absorber Diameter - Front (mm) 32.0
Shock Absorber Diameter - Rear (mm) 32.0
Stabilizer Bar Diameter - Front (in) 1.34
Stabilizer Bar Diameter - Rear (in) 0.77
Brakes
Brake Type Power
Brake ABS System 4-Wheel
Disc - Front (Yes or ) Yes
Disc - Rear (Yes or ) Yes
Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in) 11.97 x 0.43
Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in) 11.81 x 0.39
Tires
Front Tire Order Code T5N
Rear Tire Order Code T5N
Front Tire Size P235/65R18
Rear Tire Size P235/65R18
Spare Tire Size P235/65R18
Front Tire Capacity (lbs) 1700
Rear Tire Capacity (lbs) 1700
Spare Tire Capacity (lbs) 1700
Revolutions/Mile @ 45 mph - Front 695
Revolutions/Mile @ 45 mph - Rear 695
Revolutions/Mile @ 45 mph - Spare 695
Wheels
Front Wheel Size (in) 18 x 7.5
Rear Wheel Size (in) 18 x 7.5
Spare Wheel Size (in) 18 x 7.5
Front Wheel Material Aluminum
Rear Wheel Material Aluminum
Spare Wheel Material Steel
Steering
Steering Type Power Rack & Pinion
Steering Ratio (:1), On Center 18.9
Turning Diameter - Curb to Curb (ft) 36.8
Turning Diameter - Wall to Wall (ft) 38.4
Fuel Tank
Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx (gal) 22.5
Fuel Tank Location Midship
Exterior Dimensions
Wheelbase (in) 130.5
Length, Overall w/o rear bumper (in) 210.2
Width, Max w/o mirrors (in) 73.7
Height, Overall (in) 72.5
Overhang, Front (in) 35.4
Overhang, Rear w/o bumper (in) 44.3
Ground to Top of Load Floor (in) 30.9
Ground Clearance, Front (in) 8.5
Ground Clearance, Rear (in) 8.5
Cargo Area Dimensions
Cargo Box Length @ Floor (in) 49.6
Cargo Box Width @ Top, Rear (in) 49.5
Cargo Box Width @ Floor (in) 61.4
Cargo Box Width @ Wheelhousings (in) 45.0
Cargo Box (Area) Height (in) 21.2
Cargo Volume (ft³) 37.5
Ext'd Cab Cargo Volume (ft³) 44.4
Interior Dimensions
Passenger Capacity 5
Front Head Room (in) 39.8
Front Leg Room (in) 42.4
Front Shoulder Room (in) 59.0
Front Hip Room (in) 55.4
Second Head Room (in) 38.5
Second Leg Room (in) 36.9
Second Shoulder Room (in) 58.9
Second Hip Room (in) 55.5
Summary
Vehicle Name Explorer Sport Trac
Body Style 4 Door
Body Code 131" WB

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