Dodge LCF Series
| LCF Series | |
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| Overview | |
| Manufacturer | Dodge (Chrysler) |
| Also called | Dodge C-series Dodge C500-C1000 Dodge CT-series Dodge NC-series Dodge NCT-series Dodge PC-series Dodge PD-series Fargo LCF |
| Production | 1960-1976 |
| Assembly | Warren, Michigan, United States (Sherwood Assembly) |
| Body and chassis | |
| Class | Heavy-duty truck |
| Body style | 2-door truck |
| Layout | Front engine, rear-wheel drive |
| Related | Dodge C Series |
| Powertrain | |
| Engine | Gasoline: 318 cu in (5.2 L) A V8 361 cu in (5.9 L) B V8 413 cu in (6.8 L) RB V8 477 cu in (7.8 L) IH V8 534 cu in (8.8 L) IH V8 Diesel: 354 cu in (5.8 L) Perkins 6.354 I6 Caterpillar units Cummins units Detroit Diesel units |
| Dimensions | |
| Wheelbase | 121–212 in (3,073–5,385 mm) |
| Chronology | |
| Predecessor | Dodge 'Forward Look' |
The Dodge LCF (for "Low Cab Forward") was a series of medium- and heavy-duty trucks built by Dodge from 1960 to 1976. They replaced the Dodge "Forward Look" range of cabover trucks built in the fifties. The 500 through 700-series were medium duty only, while 800 through 1000-series were reserved for heavy-duty versions.
LCF range was also sold in Canada with the Fargo badge. In addition, following Chrysler Corporation policy of badge engineering to provide a greater number of sales outlets overseas, LCFs were also marketed in some countries with the De Soto badge.
LCF cabin section was taken directly from the 1956-1960 range of Dodge pickup trucks, with its panoramic windshield, but was fitted with a unique front section. One of the Dodge LCF's main selling points was accessibility; the sides of the engine compartment and fenders being arranged to swing open. A mechanic could easily stand between the engine and the front wheel while working.
A range of Dodge and International Harvester gasoline engines were available, as were diesels from Perkins (for lighter variants), Cummins, Caterpillar, and Detroit Diesel for the heaviest duty versions, both six-cylinder and V8 versions. Gasoline-powered versions were simply called the "C"-series, followed by a numeral indicating weight class, and all of them were V8-powered. Perkins diesel-engined units were called "PC", while inline diesels were called "CN" and V-type diesels were "CV". A "T" following the letters indicates a tandem rear axle. On LCFs equipped with inline-six diesels the engine intruded into the cabin. This was covered with a removable panel for maintenance. A near unlimited range of engines, transmissions, and rear axles were available for what was usually a built-to-order truck. The biggest diesel available was the Cummins V-903, a giant 903 cu in (14,794 cc) unit with a modest 289 hp (216 kW) max output. The smaller 567 cu in (9,299 cc) Detroit Diesel 8V-71N was the most powerful engine, with 300 hp (224 kW) on tap.
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