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The Features of the 1995 Ford F250
The F250 was offered in two models, the standard F250 and F250HD. The primary difference was in weight that they could handle due to heavier frame and suspension. A standard F250 was rated for a payload of 2.280 lbs and a GVWR of 6,600 lbs. The F250 HD was rated for 2k lbs more with a payload of 4,045 lbs and GVWR of 8,600 lbs (Reg. Cab Styleside 4x2 Pkg 1).
Safety
While Ford had instituted several safety features the previous year for their F150, including a drivers airbag, the feature was installed only in trucks with a GVWR of less than 8500 lbs. (Which meant that the standard F250 would have it, but not the F250HD. (The F250 was considered heavy-duty, so it was not required).
Cab Configurations
The F250 offered Regular Cab (standard F250 only) and extended cab (SuperCab - F250HD only) configurations with a two or four-wheel drive powertrain. The only bed available was an 8’ bed and Styleside body shape. (Ford made a Flareside truck, but it was only available as an F150. The four-door CrewCab was only available in F350s).
Ford experimented with a couple of special editions for the F150 (SVT Lightning and Eddie Bauer) during 1995 but did not offer them on anything more than the F150.
Ford offered three trim levels, Special, XL, and XLT.
Special
Designated as the 498A package, the Special trim level was offered for 1995. This trim offers a vinyl bench seat with black rubber flooring. The truck’s exterior featured black mirrors and argent steel wheels. While few options were available, it did come with AM/FM stereo radio and a digital clock. Air conditioning was an option for both the Special and XL models.
XL Trim
There was no difference between the Special and the XL. The XL had the same seating options (a cloth and vinyl bench seat or a knitted vinyl one). The XL did offer options for a chrome package, with a chrome rear step bumper and aluminum sport wheels if customers wished for it. If owners wanted a heavier suspension or tow package, they had to choose the XL rather than the Special trim.
XLT
For the F250, the XLT handled the top-tier luxury that some families wanted. Depending on which Preferred Equipment package you ordered, you could get a 40/20/40 cloth seat (If you wanted a power seat or Captain’s Chairs with a center console, you had to upgrade to the SuperCab).
Air conditioning was standard, as were power windows, locks, cruise control, and a steering wheel that could tilt. The Chrome appearance package was standard, with chrome-styled steel wheels or deep aluminum fashioned. Inside, the XLT trim offered accessories like interior lights on the visors or extra color-coordinated seat belts. While an AM/FM radio with a cassette player was standard, a CD player and remote keyless entry were options.
Exterior
There were no changes to the exterior of the 1995 F250. The facelift the F-Series had received in 1992 remained intact, with an enlarged grille and headlights. Sharp, straight lines gave the truck a simple, straightforward appearance. Customers could choose from one of fifteen colors for the F250 in 1995.
Engine
The big news for Ford’s F250 was under the hood in 1995. A standard F250 had the same engine choices as the F150, with a 4.9L inline-six as the standard and the 5.0L V8 and the 5.8L V8 as options. However, if owners decided to choose the F250HD (Reg. Cab 4x2), the standard engine was still the 4.9L, but there were more options, 5.8L V8, 7.5L V8, or the 7.3L PowerStroke Turbo-Desiel.
If the customer chose the SuperCab 4x2 (only offered on HD), the 5.8L V8 was standard, with options for the 7.5L V8 and the 7.3L Powerstroke diesel. This same engine option was only offered for any 4-wheel drive model.
The new PowerStroke Turbo Desiel was a powerful engine that produced 210 hp and 425 ft/lb of torque. The higher torque numbers made it ideal for towing a trailer.
Transmission
Ford offered only two transmission choices for the ‘95 standard F250 - a five-speed manual with overdrive and an optional 4-speed automatic (AOD - E). If you chose an F250HD, the five-speed heavy-duty manual with overdrive was standard, and either a 3-speed automatic or electronic 4-speed with overdrive were the options. (These were the same options for F250HD 4x4s).
Ford offered the automatic electric touch drive as an option on F150 4WD models but did not offer it on the F250 or F350. Ford did install automatic locking front hubs as standard, with manual ones as an option.
What Are The Specs For The 1995 Ford F250?
What Is a 1995 Ford F250 Worth Today?
The current market for F250 from the ninth-generation F series is strong. Hagerty states that a 1995 F250 in good condition is worth $11,300. For a review of free listings of 1995 F-Series trucks on sale, vehicle history, and consumer reviews, see the classiccars.com website.
