The Ford L-Series (also referred to as the Louisville Series) was a medium to heavy duty commercial chassis produced by the Ford Motor Company from 1970 to 1998. They were primarily utilized in the fire service as pumper, tanker, and rescue vocations; along with some aerials.
Model Key[]
Three digit suffixes (600, 700, 800, & 900) denoted gasoline engines, while four digit suffixes (7000, 8000, & 9000) denoted diesel engines. The first number of each suffix represented the truck classification as determined by the United States Federal Highway Administration.
- A: AeroMax (1988-1995)
- C: Cab Over Engine (COE)
- L: Standard Hood, Base Model, Set-Forward Axle
- L: Long Hood, Set-Forward Axle
- N: Short Hood, Set-Forward Axle, rear portion of fenders attached to cab
- S: Standard Hood, Set-Back Axle
- T: Tandem Rear Axle
| Set-Forward Axle | Set-Back Axle | Cabover |
|---|---|---|
| L, LN, LT, LNT, LTL | LS, LTS, LTA, LTLS | CL, CLT |
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