Full color scan of Ford's brochure for the 1972 Bronco. Includes interesting facts, features and dimensions.


Bronco has all the right angles to tame any terrain!

Bronco is an adventuresome breed of four-wheeler that can get up, over, around or through all kinds of obstacles that would stop the others. The key angles of approach, break-over and departure (details on the back cover) have been maximized to give optimum offroad freedom and mobility.

Large angles of approach and departure permit getting up and down steep inclines or into and out of deep ditches. Big breakover angle helps climbing over peaked projections without hanging up amidships. High ground clearance and tough, protected underside further aid in negotiating difficult obstructions.

Bronco’s heavy-duty front axle with free-running hubs and exclusive Mono-Beam front suspension provide great durability and reliability. The identical track of both front and rear axles helps when the going is tough. Front wheels break a trail through brush, snow or sand, and the rear wheels have a matching track so they can follow right through with minimum resistance. You get a smoother ride and have more power in reserve for the really bad spots.

Mono-Beam front suspension is as smooth riding as it is sturdy. Bronco gives you a comfortable ride on the high-way and is remarkably well-behaved on off-road jaunts. Wide-track axles provide stability on the slopes and sharp-turning maneuverability. All in all, Bronco is the smooth, sure way to reach those difficult job sites or faraway recreation spots.

Spirited Six or V-8 engines put plenty of power at each wheel for terrain-conquering performance through mud, snow or sand. Sturdy Broncos come in your choice of short-roof pickups or full-roof wagons. Sport Bronco Pickups and Wagons offer higher levels of interior appointments and exterior trim.

Bronco is an adventure in 4-wheel driving fun and comfort!

Bronco’s clean, un-cluttered interior is as handsome as it is roomy and practical. Sporty front bucket seats with foam padding in seat cushion and back are standard for individualized seating comfort. Seats are upholstered with attractive, long-wearing pleated vinyl. A two-passenger rear seat is available on wagon models. Convenient transmission shift lever is in the familiar steering-column location. Simple, floor-mounted T-bar transfer case control allows shifting into 4-wheel drive without stopping or clutching.

Bronco’s tight body and suspended foot pedals help seal out noise, dust and road splash. Fresh air heater and defroster, lockable glove compartment, padded instrument panel, two-speed electric windshield wipers, sun visors and vinyl-coated rubber floor mat are all standard.

Sport Bronco Wagon and Pickup features, in addition to or in place of standard features, include: Vinyl door trim panels with bright-metal moldings • Hardboard headlining with bright-metal retainer moldings (wagon models) • Parchment vinyl front floor mat with bright-metal retainers • Rear floor mat with bright-metal retainers included with optional rear seat (wagon models) • Cigarette lighter • Horn ring o Bright-metal windshield and window frames • Bright-metal grille frame molding and tailgate release handle • Bright headlight, side marker light, rear reflector and taillight bezels • Argent painted grille • Chrome bumpers, front and rear • Chrome front bumper guards • Bright-metal wheel covers • Bright-metal “Sport Bronco” front fender emblems.

Rugged, easy-riding front suspension!

Bronco’s heavy-duty front axle and exclusive Mono~Beam front suspension provide an unbeatable combination of strength and stamina. The big Dana standard heavy-duty front axle has the muscle and brawn to withstand severe off-road punishment.

Unique Mono-Beam front suspension smooths the ride while it reinforces durability. This is accomplished through the use of strong, easy-riding coil springs and sturdy forged-steel radius rods that attach the heavy-duty axle to the all-welded box section frame. Heavy rubber insulator mounts absorb shocks. Forged-steel track bar extends across the front providing lateral stability.

Bronco’s proven front-end design also features high-density polyurethane-filled kingpin healing caps that automatically compensate for wear and help prolong bearing life. A special steering-linkage shock absorber is standard for added protection against violent jolts in off-road operations.

Lively power to storm hills, pull trailers, and plow deep drifts. The big, performance-proven 302-cu. in. V-8 is a popular option. Spirited 170-cu. in. Six is standard. Both engines are equipped for steep grades with special carburetor and fuel pump. Broncos feature optimum power-to-weight ratios for stay-ahead performance on trails or turnpikes.