BorgWarner T-19 Manual Transmission

T-19 Transmission Specs & Ratios

The T-19 is a heavy duty, 4 speed truck transmission. It is synchronized in all 4 forward gears. It was a reliable unit that complimented the characteristics of the 6.9L IDI diesel. The T-19 is very similar in appearance to the T-18; both were used in a variety of applications. The T-19 was offered with a granny low 1st gear, but this version was not used behind the 6.9L IDI diesel. Parts and spare transmissions are widely available due to the large number of applications the T-19 was used in.

BorgWarner T-19 Transmission Ratios

1st 2nd 3rd 4th R
4.02 : 1 2.41 : 1 1.41 : 1 1.00 : 1 6.96 : 1

BorgWarner T-19 Transmission Specs

Transmission BorgWarner T-19
Type 4 speed manual transmission
Manufacturer BorgWarner
Model Years/Applications 1983 - 1987 Ford F250/F350 equipped w/ 6.9L IDI diesel
Synchronized Synchronized in all forward gears, reverse not synchronized
Case Material Cast iron case, cast iron top cover
Weight ~ 145 lbs
Oil Capacity 7 pints/3.5 quarts
Fluid Type/Spec 80W-90 non-hypoid gear oil or 50W engine oil
Recommend Amsoil Severe gear 80W-90 full synthetic gear oil
Shift Pattern T-19 transmission shift pattern