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Ford Falcon XY GT

The new XY GT rolled off the line in late 1970, and was followed in 1971 with the all-time classic GT HO Phase III. With between 350 and 380bhp (270 – 280 kW) and 380 ft/lbs (513Nm) of torque, it was reputed then to be the world’s fastest 4-door production car.

Looking suitably aggressive8 with its air intake protruding through the bonnet and bold side stripes, the XY GT’s were affectionately known as “Shakers” to many people, a nickname derived from the shaking action of the bonnet scoop and particularly noticeable while the engine is idling.

It is also the vehicle that most people associate with the term Falcon GT. The XY GT was the model that has most captured the imagination of the masses and it is the one that is most often copied.

Many people have purchased standard XY Falcons or Fairmonts and dressed them up to imitate the most legendary of all Falcon GT’s.

There were 1,557 XY GT’s made from September 1970 to December 1971. There were 300 XY GTHO Phase III’s built between May 1971 and November 1971.

  • Source: uniquecarsandparts.com.au
  • Engine Specifications:
    • Engine: 351 cubic inch Cleveland V8 (5.763 litre)
    • Bore & Stroke: 102 x 89mm (4.00 x 3.50in)
    • Power (DIN): 224kW (300bhp) @ 5400rpm. Note: Output was understated as 300bhp to satisfy insurers. Generally accepted as 350-380bhp
    • Torque (DIN:) 515Nm (380lb-ft) @ 3400rpm
    • Compression Ratio: 11.5:1
    • Configuration: Front mounted, longitudinal, 90 degree V8
    • Head Design: Pushrod & rocker OHV with solid lifters. Note: 2 optional lifts available with the same duration
    • Exhaust System: H&M headers with low restriction twin exhaust
    • Fuel System: 780cfm Holley 4 barrel carburettor
    • Ignition System: Twin point distributor
    • Larger harmonic balancer
    • 6150 rpm rev limiter
    • Windage tray and baffles in sump
  • Manual Gearbox :
    • Type: 4 speed all-synchronised
    • 1st: 2.32:1
    • 2nd: 1.93:1
    • 3rd: 1.36:1
    • 4th: 1.00:1
    • Reverse: 2.78:1
  • Manual Gearbox :
    • Type: 4 speed all-synchronised close ratio
    • 1st: 2.32:1
    • 2nd: 1.69:1
    • 3rd: 1.29:1
    • 4th: 1.00:1
    • Reverse: 2.78:1
  • Rear Axle:
    • Type: 9in LSD Traction Lock is standard with 28 spline axles or 31 spline optional
    • Ratio: 3.25:1 standard with optional 3.5:1 or 3.91:1 (Optional)
  • Suspension:
    • Front: Independent ball joint, HD coil springs, HD shock absorbers, wishbones and HD anti-roll bar
    • Upper control arm to accept the 3 pin ball joint used, as opposed to the 4 point ball joint used in the normal GTs and earlier GTHOs
    • Rear: Hotchkiss type with semi-elliptic leaf springs, shock absorbers, live axle and rear anti-roll bar added
    • Wider front track due to the use of XA type 3 pin upper control arm
    • Spacers on front when Globes fitted
  • Brakes:
    • Front: 286mm (11.25in) Servo assisted Discs with dust shields removed
    • Rear: 254mm (10in) Servo assisted Drums. Wider & finned plus proportioning valve fitted
  • Steering:
    • Type: Re-circulating ball power assistance (Optional)
    • Ratio: 16:1
  • Wheels & Tyres:
    • Wheels: 6.0 x 14 Steel – Steel ‘5 Slot’ with S Steel dress ring & centre cap
    • 7.0 x 15 Alloy – ‘5 Spoke’ Globe Daytona(Optional) from 1972
    • Tyres: 185 x 14 – E70HR14
  • Instrumentation:
    • Speedometer: 140mph
    • Cleveland Tachometer: 8000rpm
    • Oil Pressure: Gauge
    • Water Temperature: Gauge
    • Fuel: Gauge
    • Ignition: Warning Light
    • High Beam: Warning Light
    • Brakes: Warning Light
    • Clock: Analogue
  • Dimensions:
    • Length: 4689mm (184.6in)
    • Width: 1869mm (73.6in)
    • Height: 1397mm (55.0in)
    • Weelbase: 2819mm (111.0in)
    • Front Track: 1499mm (59.0in)
    • Rear Track 1486mm (58.5in)
    • Weight: 1524kg (3360lb)
    • Turning Circle: 11.2m (36.6ft)
    • Fuel Tank: 163.8 litre (36.0gl) standard
    • Seating: 5
  • Performance:
    • Top Speed: 225km/h (142mph) @ 6150rpm with 3.25:1 differentail
    • 0 – 60mph (0 – 100 km/h) – 6.4 seconds
    • Standing 1/4 mile (400m) – 14.2 seconds
XY GT COLOUR CODE CHART
Paint Code Fleet Code Paint Name
Ford Formula
Dulon Formula
GT
GTHO
Total
6 EZ814 Vermillion Fire

1730-A

11714

256
68
324
U EZ801 Ultra White (EZ156)

L1111-A

13006

240
39
279
O EY415 Yellow Ochre

L597-A

12628

163
37
200
H EY348 Track Red

L1096-A

12632

141
23
164
X EY407 Monza Green

L1103-A

12535

130
23
153
2 EZ808 Bronze Wine metallic

L1099-A

12633

111
16
127
S EZ812 Electric Blue metallic

L1098-A

12531

107
11
118
9 EZ810 Nugget Gold metallic

L1102-A

12635

90
18
108
E   Quick Silver metallic

L1100-A

12528

56
0
56
T EZ813 True Blue

L1104-A

12192

36
5
41
I EZ819 Jewel Green metallic

M3595-A

13304

27
6
33
Z EZ815 Wild Violet metallic

L1126-A

13305

15
6
21
F EY277 Vintage Burgundy metallic

1632-A

8634

14
1
15
Q EZ820 Yellow Glo

L1129-A

13195

7
7
14
K EZ823 Frosted Pewter metallic

1740-A

10763

5
5
10
B EY426 Onyx Black

1724-A

11695

8
1
9
D EZ821 Raw Orange  

13197

2
7
9
n/a EY161 Royal Umber  

5384

     

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