Where is the MT82 transmission made?
The MT-82 is produced by Getrag (now Magna Powertrain) as part of Ford’s Getrag partnership, and there isn’t a single factory it comes from—the transmission is manufactured at multiple Getrag/Magna facilities around the world.
In practice, the production footprint has evolved over time with corporate changes (Getrag’s acquisition by Magna in 2015) and market demands. The exact plant for a given MT-82 unit can vary by model year, region, and revision, with Europe being a primary production hub and additional sites serving Asia-Pacific markets.
Origins and development
The MT-82 is a six‑speed manual transmission designed for Ford by Getrag, part of Ford’s long‑running collaboration with Getrag Ford Transmissions. Introduced as a successor to the MT-75, the MT-82 was aimed at Ford’s mid‑ and high‑spec applications and performance variants. Since Getrag’s operations have since become part of Magna Powertrain, the same lineage continues under Magna’s manufacturing network.
Manufacturing footprint
Where the MT-82 is built depends on the model year and regional deployment. The transmission has been produced at several Getrag/Magna facilities worldwide, reflecting the global nature of Ford’s and Magna’s supply chains. The facilities span European plants that historically supported Ford, with additional sites in Asia-Pacific to serve local markets.
- Getrag/Magna Powertrain operates the MT-82 through its global manufacturing network, which includes European plants that supported Ford models under the Ford Getrag Transmissions collaboration.
- Production for non‑European markets has been handled at Magna/Getrag facilities in Asia-Pacific as part of local market supply chains.
- Post‑2015, Magna Powertrain has continued to sustain MT-82 production across its global plant network, reflecting corporate restructuring after Magna acquired Getrag.
Before each list, note: the following points summarize typical production footprints rather than a single guaranteed location for every MT-82 unit.
In short, the MT-82 isn’t tied to a single factory. If you need to know the exact plant for a specific unit, the best starting point is the VIN/DIN sheet, the transmission’s label, or a parts fiche from the dealer or service manual for that particular vehicle configuration.
Models and market coverage
The MT-82 has been used in Ford’s performance-oriented models and certain European market vehicles that required a robust six‑speed manual. The exact variant and its production site can vary by revision and market. For owners, confirming the specific MT-82 variant typically involves checking the transmission tag or consulting official Ford/Magna documentation for the vehicle’s build specification.
How to identify the MT82 and its origin
To verify the exact production origin of a given MT-82 unit, look for the transmission’s identification plate or consult the vehicle’s service manual. Dealers can also confirm the plant of manufacture based on the part number and serial data associated with your unit.
Summary
The MT-82 is not tied to a single factory. It is a product of Ford’s collaboration with Getrag (now Magna Powertrain) and is manufactured at multiple facilities worldwide. Magna’s acquisition of Getrag in 2015 solidified a global, multi-site production network that continues to serve Ford and related markets, with location specifics varying by model year, revision, and region.
Note: For the most precise information about a specific vehicle’s MT-82 origin, refer to the vehicle’s VIN, transmission label, or official documentation from Ford/Magna Powertrain.
