Does the Ford Transit Cargo Van 250 qualify for Section 179 expensing?

Yes. With a Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) of 9,070 lbs, the Ford Transit Cargo Van 250 exceeds the federal 6,000 lb threshold required under IRC Section 179.

How much can I write off for a Ford Transit Cargo Van 250 in the first tax year?

For an acquisition price of $49,800 used 100% for qualifying business purposes, the total first-year deduction is $49,800, generating estimated cash tax savings of $17,430 at a 35% federal tax bracket.

GVWR 9,070 LBS (Qualified Heavy Vehicle)

Ford Transit Cargo Van 250 Section 179 Deduction Model

Tax write-off schedule and bonus depreciation simulation for the Ford Transit Cargo Van 250 (Commercial Cargo Van) under IRC Section 179.

Acquisition Parameters

Vehicle Purchase Price ($)

Tax Year

First-Year Deduction Outcome

Total First-Year Write-Off

$49,800

Estimated Tax Savings: $17,430

Net Effective Vehicle Cost

$32,370

Target Application

HVAC, Plumbing, Delivery

Commercial Usage Tax Schedule (Ford Transit Cargo Van 250)

Business Use Cohort	Qualifying Basis	Section 179 Expensed	Bonus Depreciation	Estimated Cash Savings
100% Commercial Use	$49,800	$49,800	$0	$17,430
80% Commercial Use	$39,840	$39,840	$0	$13,944
50% Commercial Use (Min Threshold)	$24,900	$24,900	$0	$8,715