Feb 26, 2021 · The M41 used inline 14×20 tires, allowing for superior off-road capability compared to the dual rear wheels seen on the M54. To meet the needs of the Korean War, the M41 was put in production before testing was completed and the deign officially certified.

To replace their 4 and 6 ton truck, the Army selected a news family of 5 tons. It was the Army’s practice to have each 2 ½ and 5 ton design built for either highway use or for rough terrain. The...

The 5‑ton 6x6 truck, officially "Truck, 5-ton, 6x6", was a class of heavy-duty six-wheel drive trucks used by the US Armed Forces. The basic cargo version was designed to transport a 5-ton (4,500 kg) load over all roads and cross-country terrain in all weather.

The M39 series 5-ton 6×6 truck (G744) was a family of heavy tactical trucks built for the United States Armed Forces between 1951 and 1965. The basic cargo version was designed to transport a 5-ton (4,500 kg), 14 ft (4.3 m) long load over all terrain in all weather.

To replace their 4 and 6 ton truck, the Army selected a news family of 5 tons. It was the Army’s practice to have each 2 ½ and 5 ton design built for either highway use or for rough terrain. The M41 fell into the latter category.

The following is a (partial) listing of vehicle model numbers or M-numbers assigned by the United States Army. Some of these designations are also used by other agencies, services, and nationalities, although these various end users usually assign their own nomenclature.

I shot this in 1976 with an "Instamatic" camera. Early (51/52) 5-ton. The M41 had 14x20 tires (single rears) and cargo body with wheelhouses. Superceded by M54 with duals and flat floor body. This truck cost us $10566 when it was new in the …

Dec 10, 2008 · There were 3 main series of 5 ton trucks used by the United States Military. Here they are broken down by identifying characteristics and production years. M39/G744 Series (1951-?) All have Cummins NHC-250 Naturally aspirated 6cyl. Diesel. M939 Series (1983-?) The Cummins was mated to the Spicer 6453 5 speed manual (OD).

5 Ton M41? 5-Ton Bridging truck M328A2 (A1?) M139/M328A ?? The real Army workhorse from 1952 up into the 21st Century.

Feb 25, 2022 · Gasoline powered but ten years later Diesel and Multifuel 5-tons were produced. More 5-tons in my album.