M35 21/2 tonnás tehergépkocsi – Fotók & videó

A M35 21/2 tonnás tehergépkocsi is a long-lived 2½ ton, triple-axle, 6×6 cargo truck initially used by the United States Army and subsequently utilized by many nations around the world. Over time it evolved into a family of specialized vehicles. It would not only inherit the World War II GMC CCKW’s famous “Deuce and a Half” nickname but forge its own legacy. The M35 started as a 1949 REO Motor Car Company design for a 2½ ton three-axle all wheel drive off-road truck. This original 6-wheel M34 version was quickly superseded by the 10-wheel M35 design. While the basic M35 cargo truck is rated to carry 5,000 pounds (2,300 kg) off-road or 10,000 pounds (4,500 kg) on roads, they have been known to haul twice as much as rated. Trucks in this weight class are considered medium duty by the military and Department of Transportation.

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The M35 2½-ton cargo truck is a versatile vehicle that can perform a variety of military and civilian tasks. It is also known as the “deuce and a half” or the “multi-fuel truck” because it can run on gasoline, diesel, or other fuels. The M35 has a 6×6 drive system, meaning that all six wheels are powered by the engine. The truck can carry up to 5,000 pounds of cargo or 12 passengers in its steel bed, which can be covered with a canvas tarpaulin. The M35 can also tow trailers, artillery pieces, or other vehicles up to 10,000 pounds. The M35 was first produced in 1950 and has been used by the U.S. Army and other allied forces in various wars and conflicts, such as the Korean War, the Vietnam War, the Gulf War, and the Iraq War. The M35 is still in service today, although it has been replaced by newer models in some units. The M35 is a reliable and durable truck that can handle rough terrain and harsh weather conditions.