Ford Transit Connect 1.8 Petrol Manual 5 Speed Gearbox MTX75 2T1R7002AC WARRANTY

Listing details

The gearboxes are sold with a 90-day warranty! They were tested before removal and are in full working order.

Ford Transit Connect 1.8 Petrol Manual 5 Speed Gearbox MTX75 is a factory-original, used manual transmission from the MTX family, designed for vehicles with a petrol engine. Thanks to its design, which is perfectly matched to the Transit Connect drivetrain, it ensures installation consistency, correct gear ratios, and predictable vehicle behavior during daily operation. This is a solution for users looking for a technically compatible manual gearbox instead of costly refurbishment or purchasing a new component.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 1338673
• Mark: Ford
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 1338673
• Substitutable numbers: 1338673, 2T1R7002AD, 2T1R-7002-AD, 2T1R7002AC, 2T1R-7002-AC
• Fuel type: Petrol
• Gearbox type: Manual
• Category: Manual Transmission

Application and technical compatibility

The presented gearbox belongs to the Manual gearboxes category and is intended for drivetrains based on a petrol engine. The MTX75 design was developed to handle the torque typical of 1.8 units, while maintaining the appropriate durability of gears, shafts, and bearings. Manual transmission control allows for precise gear selection, which is important both in city traffic and during constant driving under load.

Thanks to the use of the original transmission architecture, compatibility with factory mounting points, half-shaft geometry, and the selector mechanism is maintained. This reduces the need for additional modifications and facilitates installation in a vehicle that was factory-equipped with a gearbox of the same type.

Characteristics of the MTX75 manual gearbox operation

The manual design of the transmission provides a direct, mechanical connection between the gear lever and the selector mechanism, which translates into clear feedback for the driver. Properly selected gear ratios allow the petrol unit to be kept in the optimal RPM range, supporting flexibility and smooth acceleration.

In practical use, this means:

• stable power transmission under typical Transit Connect operating loads,
• the ability to effectively utilize engine power across the full speed range,
• control over gear selection in both urban and extra-urban conditions.

For fleets and professional users, it is also important that a manual gearbox has a simpler design than automatic transmissions, which facilitates diagnostics and potential future servicing.

Benefits of choosing a used gearbox

Choosing a used gearbox from the MTX75 family for a Ford Transit Connect is often a cost-effective solution compared to a full overhaul or purchasing a new component. You receive a complete transmission with factory specifications, which allows you to restore the efficiency of the drivetrain without interfering with the vehicle's original configuration.

If you want to better understand when purchasing a used transmission makes sense, what the differences are between manual and automatic gearboxes, and what to look for when selecting one, it is worth reading our guide: Used gearbox – when is it worth it and what you need to remember. This is a practical supplement to your knowledge when planning drivetrain repairs.

Intended for petrol units

This gearbox is configured to work with a petrol engine, which means appropriately selected gear ratios and operating characteristics adapted to the torque curve of such a unit. In practice, this translates into:

• more predictable vehicle behavior during acceleration,
• consistent operation with the factory engine control system,
• easier maintenance of optimal RPM in typical operating conditions of a Ford commercial vehicle.

By maintaining the original design concept, the drivetrain remains balanced, and the loads transmitted by the gearbox stay within the manufacturer's assumptions.

Condition, origin, and product group

The offered gearbox belongs to the Manual gearboxes group by Ford and comes from dismantling, which allows for the reuse of an original component in another vehicle. For many users, this is a reasonable compromise between cost and maintaining factory technical specifications.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the drivetrain area in your Ford and need other elements from the same group, such as gearboxes with different ratios, housings, or complete mounting kits, check the available parts in the Ford manual gearboxes category.