1992 Ford F-250 Gas Tank Size & Fuel Capacity

Pickup 8 trims listed 1 fuel-system recall 1993 →

Fuel tank capacity

19.0gal · 72 L

The 1992 Ford F-250 has a fuel tank capacity of 19.0 gallons (72 liters) on every trim.

A full tank is good for roughly 323 highway miles or 266 miles around town, going by the EPA ratings.

19.0 gal · Bigger than 57% of 1992 models we list.

Highway range
323 mi
City range
266 mi
Fuel
Regular unleaded
EPA combined
15 MPG
EPA size class
Standard Pickup Trucks

1992 Ford F-250 fuel tank capacity by trim

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Drive
no difference
Cab
no difference
Engine
no difference

All 8 trims

MPG and range are city / highway.

TrimEngineDrive Tank MPG city / hwy Range city / hwy
2dr Extended Cab 4WD LB 5.8L 8cyl 4M · 4WD 5.8L 8cyl 4M 4WD 19.0 gal72 L Not rated Not rated
2dr Extended Cab LB 4.9L 6cyl 4M · RWD MPG 14 / 17Range 266 / 323 mi 4.9L 6cyl 4M RWD 19.0 gal72 L 14 / 17 266 / 323 mi
2dr Regular Cab 4WD LB 5.8L 8cyl 4M · 4WD 5.8L 8cyl 4M 4WD 19.0 gal72 L Not rated Not rated
2dr Regular Cab LB 4.9L 6cyl 4M · RWD MPG 14 / 17Range 266 / 323 mi 4.9L 6cyl 4M RWD 19.0 gal72 L 14 / 17 266 / 323 mi
XLT Lariat 2dr Extended Cab 4WD LB 5.8L 8cyl 4M · 4WD 5.8L 8cyl 4M 4WD 19.0 gal72 L Not rated Not rated
XLT Lariat 2dr Extended Cab LB 4.9L 6cyl 4M · RWD MPG 14 / 17Range 266 / 323 mi 4.9L 6cyl 4M RWD 19.0 gal72 L 14 / 17 266 / 323 mi
XLT Lariat 2dr Regular Cab 4WD LB 5.8L 8cyl 4M · 4WD 5.8L 8cyl 4M 4WD 19.0 gal72 L Not rated Not rated
XLT Lariat 2dr Regular Cab LB 4.9L 6cyl 4M · RWD MPG 14 / 17Range 266 / 323 mi 4.9L 6cyl 4M RWD 19.0 gal72 L 14 / 17 266 / 323 mi

Tank figures are the manufacturer's rated capacity, sorted smallest tank first. Range is tank size times EPA city or highway MPG.Trims marked "Not rated" have no published EPA rating, usually because they're heavy-duty versions the EPA doesn't rate.

How far a 1992 Ford F-250 goes on a tank

Gallons left and the distance they cover at each mark on the fuel gauge, at EPA city and highway mileage. At the combined rating of 15 MPG, a full 19.0-gallon tank covers about 285 miles.

GaugeGallonsHighway milesCity miles
Full19.0323266
3/414.3242200
1/29.5162133
1/44.88167
1/82.44033

Over 15,000 miles a year (the EPA's yearly estimate) this configuration uses about 1,000 gallons, roughly 53 full tanks.

Fuel gauges aren't perfectly linear and the low-fuel light comes on with a few gallons still in the tank, so plan your stop before the last eighth.

EPA combined
15 MPG
Tailpipe CO2
592 g/mi
Source
EPA ratings

What it costs to fill up a 1992 Ford F-250

$81.13 to fill the 19.0-gallon tank from empty with regular, at this week's US average of $4.27 a gallon.

TankFuelUS avg / galFrom emptyFrom 1/4 tank
19.0 galRegular$4.27$81.13$60.85

By region, 19.0-gallon tank

RegionRegular / galFill from empty
East Coast$4.02$76.38
Midwest$4.27$81.13
Gulf CoastLowest$3.70$70.30
Rocky Mountain$4.46$84.74
West Coast$5.42$102.98
CaliforniaHighest$5.89$111.91

Prices: U.S. Energy Information Administration retail averages for the week of October 26, 2026. This week's prices by state and city.

Your own price

  • 19.0-gallon tank$81.13
  • A year of driving (15,000 mi)$4,270

Starts at the US average for regular; type in what your station charges. For other tank sizes, use the fill-up calculator.

F-250 tank size in other years

1992 is the first F-250 model year we list.

Model yearTankLongest highway range
1997 F-250 25.0–37.2 gal 510 mi
1996 F-250 34.7–37.2 gal 632 mi
1995 F-250 37.2 gal 632 mi
1994 F-250 19.0 gal 323 mi
1993 F-250 19.0 gal 342 mi
1992 F-250 19.0 gal 323 mi
Ford F-250 fuel tank by model yearSmallest tank Larger tank options

1992 Ford F-250 vs similar 1992 pickups

The F-250 has the smallest tank of the two 1992 pickups compared here: 19.0 gallons, against 34.0 for the Chevrolet C/K 3500 Series.

1992 modelTankLongest highway range
Chevrolet C/K 3500 Series 34.0 gal Not rated
Ford F-250 19.0 gal 323 mi

Other 1992 pickups of a similar size, one model per brand.

1992 Ford F-250 fuel system recalls

NHTSA lists 1 fuel-system recall for the 1992 Ford F-250, out of 4 recalls in total. A recall applies only to the vehicles named in it, so check your VIN.

Storage · Tank assemblyAug 2, 1993 · NHTSA 93V125000 · Ford Motor Company · 1,131,000 vehicles

A malfunctioning check valve within the fuel pump assembly causes a portion of the unused fuel from one tank to be returned to the second tank. When this occurs, the capacity of the second tank can be exceeded, causing fuel spillage.

Risk and remedy

Risk: Spilled fuel can result in a fire when exposed to asource of ignition.

Remedy: Replacement of the fuel pressure regulator and installation of redundant check valves.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the fuel tank capacity of the 1992 Ford F-250?

The 1992 Ford F-250 holds 19.0 gallons (72 liters) on every trim we list.

How many gallons and liters does the 1992 Ford F-250 gas tank hold?

The 1992 Ford F-250 tank holds 72 liters, or 19.0 gallons in US gallons.

Does 4WD change the 1992 Ford F-250 gas tank?

No. 4WD and RWD versions of the 1992 Ford F-250 use the same 19.0 gal tank.

How far can a 1992 Ford F-250 go on a full tank?

About 323 miles on the highway and 266 miles in town, going from full to empty at its EPA ratings. Expect less in practice, since nobody runs the tank dry.

How many miles can a 1992 Ford F-250 go on a quarter tank?

About 81 highway miles or 67 in town from the 19.0-gallon tank, which has roughly 4.8 gallons left at the quarter mark. Gauges aren't exact, so treat that as a guide.

What gas does the 1992 Ford F-250 take?

Regular unleaded. The label inside the fuel door confirms it for your car.

How much does it cost to fill up a 1992 Ford F-250?

At the US average of $4.27 a gallon for regular (EIA, week of October 26, 2026), filling the 19.0-gallon tank from empty costs $81.13. It ranges from $70.30 in the Gulf Coast to $111.91 in California.

How much does a full tank of gas weigh in a 1992 Ford F-250?

About 118 pounds for the 19.0-gallon tank. Gasoline weighs roughly 6.2 pounds a gallon.

Does the 1992 Ford F-250 have a bigger gas tank than the Chevrolet C/K 3500 Series?

No. The 1992 Chevrolet C/K 3500 Series holds up to 34.0 gallons; the 1992 Ford F-250 holds up to 19.0.

Has the 1992 Ford F-250 had a fuel pump or fuel system recall?

Yes. NHTSA lists 1 fuel-system recall for the 1992 Ford F-250: 93V125000 (storage · tank assembly). Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if your car is affected.

Sources

  • Tank sizes: manufacturer-rated capacities from US-market specifications, checked against independent references. Updated October 2026.
  • MPG and range: EPA ratings (fueleconomy.gov). Range is tank size times EPA MPG.
  • Fuel prices: U.S. Energy Information Administration, week of October 26, 2026 (this week's prices).
  • Recalls: NHTSA recall database (Ford fuel system recalls).

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