7 Reasons to Choose the Ford Transit for your Van Conversion

The Ford Transit is the most popular choice for wheelchair conversion vans, and for good reason. It excels in all categories and has a large interior that is totally customizable. These are the seven main aspects in which the vehicle clearly outshines its competitors, making it the ultimate transportation solution for individuals with disabilities.

Seating for Up to 15 Passengers

With its spacious interior, the transit conversion van can be configured to accommodate up to 15 passengers, making it an ideal transportation vehicle for hotels, shuttle operators and limousine, taxi and para-transit services

Choice of Three Roof Heights

The minimum standard height for the interior of conversion vans is 56 inches. While other vans meet this, the Ford Transit exceeds it, ranging from 58 inches in the standard version to 78 inches in the high-roof version. The high ceiling provides a more comfortable ride for taller passengers, enables wheelchair users to safely and easily enter and exit the vehicle, and provides space for bulky items.

Three Body Lengths

The length of the conversion van can also be configured to meet the driver’s desired functionality and budget, with three different wheelbase measurements available including:

1.   Regular: 115 inches

2.   Long: 130 inches

3.   Long Extended: 148 inches

Choice of Three Powerful Engines

The Ford Transit 350 has a six-speed automatic transmission, rear-wheel drive, and
three different engine options:

3.5 Liter Direct Inject Eco-Boost Engine

This offers a very respectable EPA mileage rating, estimated at 16 MPG (for city and highway) while achieving a torque rating of 400 lbs-ft.

3.7 L Ti VCT Engine

Featuring revolutionary twin independent camshaft technology, this engine type also has a 16 MPG combined EPA.

3.2 L Power Stroke I-5 Turbo Diesel

The diesel engine is durable and powerful, making it well-suited for rigorous long-term use.

Versatility

With so many configurations of heights, lengths, engines and more, the van is very adaptable. It can be configured as a cargo or work van, or a wheelchair van for transporting passengers with special needs. In addition, it is well-priced, and its affordability makes it accessible to contractors, families, schools, churches, and transportation services.

ADA Compliant

The Ford Transit van meets and exceeds all the minimum standards required by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), as well as FMVSS requirements.

Accommodates up to 4 wheelchairs

The vehicle provides plenty of room to comfortably accommodate up to four wheelchairs at the same time due to its large floor space. Not only does the Ford Transit 350 feature a secure locking system to keep the wheelchairs in place for a safe ride, it also has an auto-retracting secure wheelchair system that makes passenger exits swifter and more convenient.