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[ Home ](/) 2. / [ Generations ](/generations/) 3. / [ 1948-1952 Ford F1 (1st Gen): Flathead V8 Bonus Built ](/generations/1948-1952/) 4. / 1950 Ford F1: Flathead Six & V8 Specs, Options & Values Generation 1 · 1948–1952 # 1950 Ford F1: Flathead Six & V8 Specs, Options & Values Top Engine 239 Flathead V8 · 100 hp Wheelbase 114 in fordf100s.com · Updated July 17, 2026 Jump to Year [ 1948 ](/1948-ford-f1/)[ 1949 ](/1949-ford-f1/)[ 1950 ](/1950-ford-f1/)[ 1951 ](/1951-ford-f1/)[ 1952 ](/1952-ford-f1/) Factory Spec Sheet MODEL YEAR 1950 __General Specifications__ | Wheelbase | 114 in | | ----------- | -------------------- | | Curb Weight | 3,120 lbs | | Body Styles | pickup, panel, stake | __Engine Options__ | Engine | Displacement | Horsepower | Type | | ---------------- | ------------ | ---------- | ----------- | | 226 Flathead Six | 226 ci | 95 hp | flathead-6 | | 239 Flathead V8 | 239 ci | 100 hp | flathead-v8 | Available Transmissions - 3-speed manual - heavy-duty 3-speed manual (optional) - 4-speed manual (optional) Sources & Editorial ReviewSource reviewed Reviewed by the [FordF100s.com editorial team](/about/#editorial-standards) on July 17, 2026. The model-year engine applications, horsepower ratings, major design changes, and identification claims were reconciled against period literature and year-specific specialist references. Full-line F-Series applications were excluded when the source did not support an F-100 application. References used 1. [Ford Heritage Vault](https://fordheritagevault.com/) — Ford Motor Company · Factory literaturePeriod brochures, sales literature, and manuals used to check model-year claims. 2. [1948 Ford Trucks sales brochure](https://www.xr793.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/1948-Ford-Trucks.pdf) — Ford Motor Company · Factory literature 3. [1949-1951 Ford Truck Shop Manual](https://myflatheadford.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/Ford1948-1.pdf) — Ford Motor Company · Service reference Horsepower changed from SAE gross to SAE net reporting for 1972, so figures on opposite sides of that change are not directly comparable. Production totals, weights, prices, option availability, and midyear changes can vary by source and configuration; treat them as reference points, not proof of a specific truck's original equipment. Found a conflict in factory literature or have a better source? See our [corrections process](/about/#corrections). The 1950 Ford F1 was the third year of the first-generation “Bonus Built” F-Series. Ford made no significant mechanical or visual changes for 1950 — the truck carried over nearly unchanged from the 1949 model while the factory continued refining production processes. For buyers, the story of 1950 was less about new features and more about continued availability during a period of increasing global tension that would shortly reshape American manufacturing. ## Changes from 1949 Visually and mechanically, the 1950 F1 was almost indistinguishable from its 1949 predecessor. Ford made no significant changes to the body, frame, or interior. The grille, fenders, hood, and cab structure all carried over. Some minor adjustments were made to production processes and supplier components, but nothing that a buyer would notice on the showroom floor. ## Engine and Drivetrain The engine lineup remained identical to previous years. The 226 cubic-inch Flathead Six at 95 horsepower served as the standard powerplant, with the 239 cubic-inch Flathead V8 at 100 horsepower available as an upgrade. A three-speed manual was standard; Ford also listed heavy-duty three-speed and four-speed manuals for buyers who needed lower gearing. The familiar floor shift began giving way to a column shift during the model run, so production timing and the truck itself matter when checking originality. Ford-O-Matic did not reach the F-Series until the [1953 Ford F-100](/1953-ford-f100/). For a deeper look at the era’s V8, see the [Flathead V8 guide](/glossary/flathead-v8/). ## Features and Options The options sheet was familiar territory for anyone who had shopped a 1948 or 1949 F1\. Heater, radio, chrome packages, and various rear axle ratios continued to be available. The pickup box changed during 1950: early beds used the stamped steel floor over a hardwood subfloor, while later production adopted exposed wood planks with steel skid strips. That running change is useful when evaluating an allegedly original truck, but production timing should be verified rather than inferred from the bed alone. ## Collectibility Today The 1950 F1 occupies a steady, middle-of-the-pack position in the first-generation collector market. Clean examples trade at prices comparable to 1948 and 1949 models, with condition being the dominant value driver. The Korean War, which began in June 1950, started to affect material availability and production volumes across the American auto industry, though the impact on the 1950 model year was limited since most production had already occurred. As with all first-generation F1 trucks, structural rust is the primary concern for buyers, and the interchangeability of parts across 1948-1952 models makes sourcing components relatively straightforward within the generation. Next useful step ## Put this 1950 in generation context Compare its factory changes, engines, and neighboring model years before planning a purchase or restoration. [ Open the generation guide → ](/generations/1948-1952/) [ Decode a VIN ](/vin-decoder/) [← 1949 Ford F1](/1949-ford-f1/)[1951 Ford F1 →](/1951-ford-f1/) ## Build a 1950 F-100 [RestorationElectric F-100: EV Conversion GuideFord Eluminator, NetGain Hyper 9, and Tesla drive unit options compared. 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For the 1950 model year, notable changes included: Third year of first-generation F1 production with minor running updates; Korean War began mid-year and began affecting material supply As the third year of the first-generation F-Series (F1), the 1950 Ford F1 built on the prior year while setting up what came next in the 1948-1952 run. Where does the 1950 Ford F1 sit within the 1948-1952 generation? The 1950 Ford F-1 was the third model year of the first-generation F-Series (F1), placing it at the midpoint of the 1948-1952 run. By 1950, the generation had stabilized and buyers benefited from several years of running changes. The 1950 specifically added: Third year of first-generation F1 production with minor running updates; Korean War began mid-year and began affecting material supply What engines were available in the 1950 Ford F-1? The 1950 Ford F-1 offered 2 engine options: 226 Flathead Six (226 ci, 95 hp); 239 Flathead V8 (239 ci, 100 hp). The lineup drew from the sidevalve Flathead. The strongest available was the 239 Flathead V8 at 100 horsepower, while the base engine was the 226 Flathead Six at 95 horsepower. Transmission choices were 3-speed manual, heavy-duty 3-speed manual (optional), 4-speed manual (optional). What does a 1950 Ford F1 weigh and measure? The 1950 Ford F-1 had a wheelbase of 114 in and a curb weight of 3,120 lbs. Factory body styles included pickup, panel and stake. It was part of the first-generation F-Series (F1) (1948-1952), a generation defined by Bonus Built cab and Flathead V8 power. What should I look for when buying a 1950 Ford F1? Focus your inspection on the 1950-specific items: Third year of first-generation F1 production with minor running updates; Korean War began mid-year and began affecting material supply With 2 factory engine options spanning 95 to 100 horsepower, verifying that a specific 1950 truck has its original engine matters more for value than for most years before or after. Production figures for 1950 are harder to pin down than for later years, which makes originality documentation especially important. Prioritize trucks with documented history over cosmetic presentation — a clean 1950 with receipts beats a repainted example with an unknown past. 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