2023 Ford F-53 Motorhome Stripped Chassis Overview

Ford F-53 Motorhome Stripped Chassis 228" WB
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MSRP $37,585

Ford F-53 Motorhome Stripped Chassis
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Ford F-53 Motorhome Stripped Chassis 228" WB
Standard Equipment

Mechanical

Engine: 7.3L 2V DEVCT NA PFI V8 Gas
Transmission: TorqShift 6-Speed Automatic w/OD -inc: 6R140, tow/haul mode (default OFF)
4.88 Axle Ratio
GVWR: 18,000 lbs. Payload Package -inc: DANA 80, 12,000 lbs, rear axle, 7,000 lbs, front GAWR and 12,000 lbs, rear GAWR
50-State Emissions
Transmission w/Oil Cooler
Rear-Wheel Drive
Engine Oil Cooler
78-Amp/Hr 750CCA Maintenance-Free Battery
HD 210 Amp Alternator
Trailer Wiring Harness
Other
11460# Maximum Payload
Sachs Brand Name Shock Absorbers
Front And Rear Anti-Roll Bars
Firm Suspension
Heavy-Duty Front Track Bar Package
Hydraulic Power-Assist Steering
80 Gal. Fuel Tank
Single Stainless Steel Exhaust
Leaf Front Suspension w/Multi-Leaf Springs
Solid Axle Rear Suspension w/Multi-Leaf Springs
4-Wheel Disc Brakes w/4-Wheel ABS, Front And Rear Vented Discs and Hill Hold Control

Exterior

Wheels: 19.5" x 6.75" Steel (6)
Tires: 245/70Rx19.5G BSW Highway
Auto On Daytime Running Lights Preference Setting Headlamps

Entertainment

Radio w/Steering Wheel Controls

Interior

Fixed Driver Seat
Fixed Passenger Seat
Manual Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column
Gauges -inc: Speedometer, Odometer, Oil Pressure, Engine Coolant Temp, Tachometer, Transmission Fluid Temp, Trip Odometer and Trip Computer
Fleet Telematics Modem Selective Service Internet Access
Cruise Control w/Steering Wheel Controls
Provision Air Conditioning
Urethane Gear Shifter Material
Fleet Telematics Modem Tracker System
Power Door Locks
Trip Computer
Outside Temp Gauge
Analog Appearance

Safety

Electronic Stability Control (ESC) Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
Driveline Traction Control

Ford F-53 Motorhome Stripped Chassis 228" WB
Available Options

Engine

ENGINE: 7.3L 2V DEVCT NA PFI V8 GAS (99N) - Standard

Transmission

TRANSMISSION: TORQSHIFT 6-SPEED AUTOMATIC W/OD -inc: 6R140, tow/haul mode (default OFF) (44P) - Standard

Option Package

ORDER CODE 696A (696A)

Axle Ratio

4.88 AXLE RATIO (undefined) - Standard
5.86 AXLE RATIO (undefined)
6.14 AXLE RATIO (undefined)

Wheels

WHEELS: 22.5" X 7.5" ALUMINUM (4) -inc: steel inner rear wheels (64V)
WHEELS: 19.5" X 6.75" STEEL (6) (64W)

Tires

TIRES: 245/70RX19.5G BSW HIGHWAY (T96)
TIRES: 235/80RX22.5G BSW HIGHWAY (T98)
TIRES: 255/80RX22.5G BSW HIGHWAY (T97)

Primary Paint

BODY IN PRIME (undefined)

Paint Scheme

STANDARD PAINT (undefined)

Seat Type

SEATS NOT INCLUDED (NO PEDESTAL) (undefined)

Gvwr

GVWR: 18,000 LBS. PAYLOAD PACKAGE (20E)
GVWR: 20,500 LBS. PAYLOAD PACKAGE -inc: 13,500 lbs, rear DANA S110 axle, 7,000 lbs, front GAWR and 13,500 lbs, rear GAWR, HydroMax Power Brake Assist, 4-sensor/4-channel 4-wheel ABS, 5.86 Axle Ratio (20R)
GVWR: 22,000 LBS. PAYLOAD PACKAGE (20S)
GVWR: 24,000 LBS. PAYLOAD PACKAGE (20T)
GVWR: 26,000 LBS. PAYLOAD PACKAGE (20U)

Required Option

RAW MATERIAL SURCHARGE (L23)

Additional Equipment

CNG/LPG GASEOUS-FUEL PREP PACKAGE -inc: hardened engine valve seats, Note: This package DOES NOT include CNG/LPG fuel tanks, lines, etc, Vehicle will be equipped w/the standard factory gasoline fuel system, Additional equipment combined w/a certified calibration reflash is required, from an external upfitter, to convert the vehicle to a CNG/LPG-fueled vehicle, Ford Motor Company does not provide an exhaust or evaporative emissions certificate w/this option when converted to use CNG or LPG fuel, Ford does not represent that a vehicle converted to use CNG or LPG will comply w/all applicable U.S, or Canadian safety standards, It is the responsibility of the final stage manufacturer (body-builder, installer, alterer or subsequent stage manufacturer) to determine that any vehicle converted to use CNG or LPG complies w/U.S, federal, California or Canadian exhaust and evaporative emission requirements, federal fuel economy standards, U.S, and Canadian safety standards, labeling and any other requirements (98G)
ENGINE BLOCK HEATER (41H)
EXTRA/EXTRA HEAVY DUTY ALTERNATOR (240 AMP) (67E)
NON-CONFIGURABLE DAYTIME RUNNING LIGHTS (942)
7,500 LBS. FRONT GAWR -inc: 7,500 lbs, rated front spring (68R)
COV REQUIRED (79V)
PRICED DORA (C09)
WI-FI 4G LTE HOTSPOT DELETE (19Z)
DRIVER ASSIST TECHNOLOGY PACKAGE -inc: Automatic Emergency Braking, Auto High Beam Control, Post Impact Braking, Distance Alert & Distance Indication, Adaptive Cruise Control, PRNDM21 Transmission Range Indicator, Driver Alert System & Message Center, Lane Departure Warning (55C)
SUCTION LINE FOR THE A/C SYSTEM (57T)
IP CLUSTER W/MESSAGE CENTER (91K)
CAMERA/RADAR FUSION PACK 4 -inc: For Fleetwood - Admiral, (60.06 degree windshield and 471.70mm radar location from ground.) (870)
CAMERA/RADAR FUSION PACK 6 -inc: For Fleetwood - Flair, (81.40 degree windshield and 396.67mm radar location from ground.) (872)
CAMERA/RADAR FUSION PACK 22 -inc: For Winnebago E-Series, (80.8 degree windshield and 571.4mm radar location from ground.) (87I)
CAMERA/RADAR FUSION PACK 5 -inc: For Fleetwood - Bounder/Southwind/Vacationer, (82.97 degree windshield and 589.66mm radar location from ground.) (871)
CAMERA/RADAR FUSION PACK 7 -inc: For Fleetwood - Fortis/Invicta, (83.12 degree windshield and 589.66mm radar location from ground.) (873)
CAMERA/RADAR FUSION PACK 8 -inc: For Newmar Config 1, (78.10 degree windshield and 594.16mm radar location from ground.) (874)
CAMERA/RADAR FUSION PACK 9 -inc: For Tiffin Allegro, (83.40 degree windshield and 646.20mm radar location from ground.) (875)
CAMERA/RADAR FUSION PACK 10 -inc: For Winnebago J-Series, (78.71 degree windshield and 350.54mm radar location from ground.) (876)
CAMERA/RADAR FUSION PACK 11 -inc: For Winnebago F-Series, (77.12 degree windshield and 368.74mm radar location from ground.) (877)
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC) DELETE (55A)

Ford F-53 Motorhome Stripped Chassis 228" WB
Technical Specifications

Summary

Vehicle Name - Ford F-53 Motorhome Stripped Chassis
Body Style - Chassis
Body Code - H

Transmission

Drivetrain - Rear Wheel Drive
Trans Order Code - 44P
Trans Type - 6
Trans Description Cont. - Automatic w/OD
Trans Description Cont. Again -
First Gear Ratio (:1) - 3.97
Second Gear Ratio (:1) - 2.32
Third Gear Ratio (:1) - 1.52
Fourth Gear Ratio (:1) - 1.15
Fifth Gear Ratio (:1) - 0.86
Sixth Gear Ratio (:1) - 0.67
Reverse Ratio (:1) - 3.13
Trans PTO Access - No
Transfer Case Model - None
Transfer Case Power Take Off - No

Interior Dimensions

Passenger Capacity - 1

Weight Information

Base Curb Weight - 6533 lbs (41H), 6598 lbs (20R), 6785 lbs (20S), 7267 lbs (20T), 7279 lbs (20U), 6532 lbs
Gross Axle Wt Rating - Front - 7500 lbs (20R,68R), 8000 lbs (20S), 7000 lbs, 9000 lbs (20T,20U)
Gross Axle Wt Rating - Rear - 13500 lbs (20R), 15000 lbs (20S), 12000 lbs, 15500 lbs (20T), 17500 lbs (20U)
Curb Weight - Front - 3275 lbs
Curb Weight - Rear - 3257 lbs
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating Cap - 20500 lbs (20R), 22000 lbs (20S), 18000 lbs, 24000 lbs (20T), 26000 lbs (20U)
Gross Combined Wt Rating - 23000 lbs, 26000 lbs (20R,20S), 30000 lbs (20T,20U)

Mileage

Fuel Economy Est-Combined - - TBD - MPG
EPA Fuel Economy Est - City - - TBD - MPG
EPA Fuel Economy Est - Hwy - - TBD - MPG

Trailering

Dead Weight Hitch - Max Trailer Wt. - 5000 lbs, 4000 lbs (20S,20U)
Dead Weight Hitch - Max Tongue Wt. - 500 lbs, 400 lbs (20S,20U)
Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Trailer Wt. - 5500 lbs (20R), 5000 lbs, 4000 lbs (20S,20U), 6000 lbs (20T)
Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Tongue Wt. - 550 lbs (20R), 500 lbs, 400 lbs (20S,20U), 600 lbs (20T)
Maximum Trailering Capacity - 5500 lbs (20R), 5000 lbs, 4000 lbs (20S,20U), 6000 lbs (20T)

Engine

Engine Order Code - 99N
Engine Type - Regular Unleaded V-8
Displacement - 7.3 L/445
Fuel System - Sequential MPI
SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM - 335 @ 3750
SAE Net Torque @ RPM - 468 @ 3750
Engine Oil Cooler - Regular Duty
Engine Displacement Units - 7.3 undefined (99N)
Engine Camshaft - OHV undefined (99N)
Engine Block Type - iron undefined (99N)
Engine Cylinder Count - 8 undefined
Engine Valve Count - 2 undefined

Electrical

Cold Cranking Amps @ 0° F (Primary) - 750
Cold Cranking Amps @ 0° F (2nd) - 750
Maximum Alternator Capacity (amps) - 240 (67E), 210

Emissions

Tons/yr of CO2 Emissions @ 15K mi/year - - TBD -

Suspension

Suspension Type - Front - Leaf
Suspension Type - Rear - Leaf
Spring Capacity - Front - 7500 lbs (20R,68R), 8000 lbs (20S), 7000 lbs, 9000 lbs (20T,20U)
Spring Capacity - Rear - 13500 lbs (20R), 15000 lbs (20S), 12000 lbs, 15500 lbs (20T), 17500 lbs (20U)
Axle Type - Front - Non-Independent
Axle Type - Rear - Rigid Axle
Axle Capacity - Front - 7500 lbs (20R,68R), 8000 lbs (20S), 7000 lbs, 9000 lbs (20T,20U)
Axle Capacity - Rear - 13500 lbs (20R), 15000 lbs (20S), 12000 lbs, 17500 lbs (20T,20U)
Axle Ratio (:1) - Front - 4.88, 5.86 (-NONAX0), 6.14 (-NONAX1)
Axle Ratio (:1) - Rear - 4.88, 5.86 (-NONAX0), 6.14 (-NONAX1)

Tires

Front Tire Order Code - T96, T98 (T98), T97 (T97)
Rear Tire Order Code - T96, T98 (T98), T97 (T97)
Spare Tire Order Code -
Front Tire Size - LT245/70SR19.5, LT235/80SR22.5 (T98), LT255/80SR22.5 (T97)
Rear Tire Size - LT245/70SR19.5, LT235/80SR22.5 (T98), LT255/80SR22.5 (T97)
Spare Tire Size -
Front Tire Capacity - 7780 lbs, 8280 lbs (T98), 9950 lbs (T97)
Rear Tire Capacity - 14620 lbs, 15060 lbs (T98), 18100 lbs (T97)
Revolutions/Mile @ 45 mph - Front - 633 Rev/Mile, 556 Rev/Mile (T98), 541 Rev/Mile (T97)
Revolutions/Mile @ 45 mph - Rear - 633 Rev/Mile, 556 Rev/Mile (T98), 541 Rev/Mile (T97)

Wheels

Front Wheel Size - 19.5 X 6.75 in, 22.5 X 7.5 in (64V)
Rear Wheel Size - 19.5 X 6.75 in, 22.5 X 7.5 in (64V)
Spare Wheel Size -
Front Wheel Material - Steel, Aluminum (64V)
Rear Wheel Material - Steel, Aluminum (64V)
Spare Wheel Material -

Steering

Steering Type - Re-Circulating Ball
Turning Diameter - Curb to Curb - 60.6 ft ((20T&64V),(20U&64V)), 68.6 ft (20S&64V), 60.3 ft

Brakes

Brake Type - 4-Wheel Disc
Brake ABS System - 4-Wheel
Brake ABS System (Second Line) - 4-Wheel
Disc - Front (Yes or ) - Yes
Disc - Rear (Yes or ) - Yes
Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness - 15 in
Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness - 15 in
Drum - Rear (Yes or ) -
Rear Drum Diam x Width -

Fuel Tank

Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx - 80 gal

Exterior Dimensions

Wheelbase - 228 in
Length, Overall - 370.1 in
Overhang, Front - 36.3 in
Overhang, Rear w/o bumper - 105.8 in

Vehicle

Model Group -
Vehicle Segment -
Vehicle Type -
Body Cab Style -