Some of the Best Ford Truck Engines Ever Created

At least part of Ford's legendary success in the truck market can be attributed to some pretty great engines. These 7 are the best engines to ever power a Ford truck.

 

The introduction for 351W/390/460 engines is listed incorrectly

351W introduced in 1981 F150/350 & Bronco, 390 introduced in 1968 F100/350 (2WD only), 460 introduced in 1973 F100/350 (2WD only thru 1982).

351W introduced in 1969 Galaxie/LTD, Fairlane/Torino/Comet, Mustang/Cougar, not just '69 Mustang Mach 1.

 

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The 302 car engine should be replaced with the 6.9l/7.3l IDI diesel engine.The 302 never was a good option for a pickup.The first diesel to rest under the hood of the F-series.Reliable as all get out with 300k mile average life between remans.Arguably one the best engines options when it comes to simplicity,reliability and affordability.Great options for those in a hurry not between street lights but putting $ in the bank.

The Navistar International IDI was the longest produced diesel engine offered in the Ford F-series trucks (1983-1994.) With the Navistar IDI still holding this record today, which consists of three generations and a total of eleven straight years.The 6.9l and the 7.3l Navistar diesel engine became known as one of the most reliable and sought after diesels.Despite its modest power by modern standards,many enthusiasts still claim it was,and currently still is, Fords best era of diesel equipped trucks for reliability, affordability and a common favorite: simplicity.Since it has no on board pcm nor emissions.With many reports of well over 300,000 miles and counting.

 

The 4.6L was in production for 17 years and was heavily employed in vans, trucks, Expeditions and many sedans. This engine is always overlooked yet it's been a work horse in Ford's fleet for millions of miles.