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Ford Trucks Through the Years

Vehicle Research•Photos 17•July 27, 2017

Ford has celebrated many milestones over the years. In 2017, the automaker celebrated 100 years of trucks. In 2022, it commemorated 75 years of its F-Series trucks. And in 2023, it recognized 120 years in business.

We feature a 1918 Model TT one-ton stake bed (the Model TT was based on the iconic Model T car, but had a longer wheelbase and heavier frame and rear axle) through Ford's celebration of 75 years of its F-Series trucks with the 2023 F-150 Heritage Edition – a modern take on the timeless 1970s and ’80s two-tone exterior paint offerings.

Did you know, the first SVT F-150 Lightning pickup was introduced with the1993 model year. It could hit 60 mph in approximately seven seconds.

Read more on Ford's 100th anniversary of work truck offerings.

Editor's Note: This gallery was updated with photos of newer Ford trucks in 2023.

Topics:FordFord F-SeriesFord Super DutyHistorical VehiclesFord F-150Trucking HistoryVehicle ResearchSmall Fleet

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A 1918 Model TT one-ton stake bed is pictured here. The Model TT was based on the iconic Model T car, but had a longer wheelbase and heavier frame and rear axle.

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In 1948, Ford introduced the F-Series line of trucks. The trucks were available in eight sizes and weight ratings. The 1/2 ton capacity F-1 pickup is pictured here.

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The 1953 F-100 pickup was Ford's second-generation F-series truck, the first with an automatic transmission. It was built with more room in the driver's seat for its operator.

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An advertisement for the 1965 twin I-Beam suspension is shown here. This was Ford's first time offering a pickup truck with two front axles.

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The 2004 F-150 pickup was upgraded with larger brakes and a revised suspension design.

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The 2018 F-150 model offered the 3.0L Power Stroke Diesel engine.

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Ford announced its F-150 Lightning electric truck in 2021. The 2022 F-150 Lightning Pro, pictured here, is purpose-built for commercial and public fleets.

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Ford celebrated 75 years of its F-Series trucks with the 2023 F-150 Heritage Edition – a modern take on the timeless 1970s and ’80s two-tone exterior paint offerings.

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Pictured here is a 1935 Greyhound pickup. The 1935 Model 50 pickup bodies were made of 100% steel and the V8 engines produced 85 hp.

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The 1954 F-Series trucks offered "triple economy" with greater horsepower, more comfortable cabs for driver efficiency, and an increased payload capacity of up to 1,550 lbs. The F-100 pickup was Ford's third-generation F-Series truck, and the first to offer StyleSide boxes.

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Slightly larger than the F-100, the F-150 pickup was born with the 1975 model year.

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The first SVT F-150 Lightning pickup was introduced with the1993  model year. It could hit 60 mph in approximately seven seconds.

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In 1999, Ford began production of its F-Series Super Duty truck. The 1999 F-150 Super Duty is shown here.

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The 2008 F-450 Super Duty was added to the F-Series lineup in 2008. Its cabin offered more storage than previous model years.

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The 2010 F-150 SVT Raptor was the first high-performance off-road pickup. The model was Ford's first offering with hill-descent control.

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Ford used high-strength, military-grade aluminum allow for the cab and box of the 2015 F-150.

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The all-aluminum body and pickup box on the 2017 F-350 reduced curb weight by up to 350 lb. The King Ranch trim is pictured here.

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