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Technical Specifications
Fuel Capacity: 15 gal.
Length (Overall): 132.25"
Width (Overall): 55.5"
Height (Top Up): 71.75"
Height (Top Down): 52" (132.08 cm.)
Track: 49"
Wheelbase: 80" (203 cm.)
Max Speed: 65 mph
Range: 285 mi.
Electrical: 6V negative ground
Transmission: 3 speed + reverse (T-84)
Transfer Case: 2 speed (Dana 18)
Rear Axle: Dana 27
Engine: 4-134 L Head Motor (463) (All Years)
Other: 2 Piece Windshield, No Tailgate
Passengers side of dash (stamped on military data plate). Stamped on upper left chassis rail between the gusset and bumper.
Stamped on a outcropping (boss) on the right front of the engine block behind the water pump.
Vehicle Identification
Main Identifying Characteristics:
Flat front fenders, 9 slot stamped grille, rectangular 2-piece (split) outward-pivoting windshield, split combat wheel, blackout lights, machine gun mounting plate, front axle mounted pivot arm, spindle arms are separate from the spindle housing, tilting headlights, fuel filter under drivers side seat, no tailgate, hand-operated windshield wipers, pioneer tool (axe & shovel) indentations on the drivers side.
Model Differences: Willys MB
- Tubular arched front crossmember
- Rear shock brackets are "open" channel type
- Solid tool box lid
- Early models had "Willys" emblem
Model Differences: Ford GPW
- U-channel front crossmember
- Rear shock brackets are two pieces welded together ("closed" type)
- Tool box lid is embossed
- Early models stamped with "Ford" emblem
