Ford GPW – Снимки и видеоклипове

The Willys MB and the Ford GPW, both formally called the U.S. Army Truck, 1/4 ton, 4×4, Command Reconnaissance, commonly known as Jeep or jeep, and sometimes referred to as G503 are light, off-road capable, military utility vehicles that were manufactured during World War II (from 1941 to 1945) to help mobilize the Allied forces.

Източник: Ford GPW в Уикипедия

1. Форд GPW was a military vehicle produced by Ford Motor Company during World War II. It was based on the Willys MB, which was designed by the American Bantam Car Company and selected by the U.S. Army as the standard light utility vehicle. The Ford GPW had a steel body, a fold-down windshield, four-wheel drive, and a 60-horsepower engine. It was used for various purposes, such as reconnaissance, transport, towing, and ambulance service.
The Ford GPW was also known as the “jeep”, a term that may have originated from the initials GP (for General Purpose) or from the slang word for a new recruit. The Ford GPW was widely distributed to the Allied forces and became a symbol of the American war effort. It was also popular among civilians after the war, as many surplus vehicles were sold to the public. The Ford GPW is considered one of the most iconic and influential vehicles in history.