The Ford Anglia 307E Van came in two different weight categories, the 5 and 7 cwt. The Ford Anglia 307E Van is identical to the Ford Thames 307E, which was rebranded as the Anglia van in 1965. further details of the history of this vehicle can be found on the Ford Thames 307E post. As such all the following details are identical to both vans.
Rationale
Despite not bearing the Anglia name, by viewing the front of the Thames 307E, it is quite clearly based on the Ford Anglia 105E.
Design
The Thames 307E van has the same gearbox, and front body panels as the Ford Anglia 105E. See the Ford Anglia 105E post for more information abouts its design hsitory.
Chassis
Monocoque
Engine
- 997 cc Kent OHV I4
- Brake Horsepower: 39 bhp. The engine used a lower compression ratio for more duarbility.
- Torque: 75 Newton Metres / 55.32 Foot-Pound
- Top Speed: 75 mph (121 km/h)
0-60mph (96 km/h) in 28 seconds - Fuel Consumption: 41 miles per UK imperial gallon (6.9 litres/100 km). It should be noted that, a UK imperial gallon is around 4.546 litres whereas a US gallon, is around 3.785 litres, a significant difference of just over 20%.
Load
5cwt or 250kg or 551 lb maximum.
7cwt or 350kg or 771 lb maximum.
Recommended load weights.
Brakes
A four wheel internal expanding type. Hydraulically operated on both front and back. two leading shoe brakes on the front wheels. Larger rear brake cylinders due to the heavier loads.
Gearbox
A four-speed manual gearbox. Synchromesh for the top three forward gears.
Suspension
Macpherson Struts
Production Locations
United Kingdom – Dagenham
Production Run
205,001 units including the Ford Anglia 307E van.
Still on the Road
N/A
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