Back when four-wheel-drive trucks were built to work instead of pose, Ford's F-250 Highboy stood tall in every sense. Produced only through the middle of the 1977 model year, these factory-raised 4x4s are prized for their rugged chassis, unmistakable stance, and divorced transfer-case layout. This 1976 example comes from near the end of that celebrated run, making it an increasingly uncommon sight among vintage Ford pickups.

Under the hood is a 390-cubic-inch big-block V8 backed by a four-speed manual transmission and floor shifter. Power travels through a stout NP205 divorced transfer case to the four-wheel-drive system, giving this F-250 the kind of durable, mechanical hardware that earned these trucks their reputation. Power steering, power brakes, front disc brakes, dual steering stabilizers, and a tachometer help keep all that vintage muscle under control.

The factory Highboy stance gets even more attitude from massive 36x13.50R16 tires wrapped around Pro Comp wheels. Driver-quality green paint preserves the truck's honest, ready-to-use personality, while a spray-in bedliner makes the cargo box prepared for real duty. An aluminum radiator with dual electric fans provides upgraded cooling when the trail gets rough or the big-block starts working hard.

Inside, a distressed brown leather bench creates the perfect weathered Western atmosphere. A three-gauge pod keeps vital information in view, while an aftermarket radio and sliding rear window add welcome convenience. Tough, charismatic, and packed with the right hardware, this F-250 blends collectible Highboy history with big-block power and the purposeful attitude of a truck that still looks ready to climb something.

Yes - Temperature Gauge
Yes - Radio
Yes - Fuel Gauge
Yes - Wipers
Yes - Turn Signals
Yes - Runs
Yes - Heater
Yes - Speedometer
Yes - Horn
Yes - Brake Lights
Yes - Headlights
Yes - Tail Lights
Yes - Oil Pressure Gauge