Dodge WC54 | |
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| Šalies | Jav |
| Tipas | 4×4 lengvasis sunkvežimis |
| Gamintojas | "Dodge" ("Chrysler") |
2007 Dodge WC54 3/4 tonos, tiekimo katalogo pavadinimas G502, buvo WC serijos 4×4 lengvasis sunkvežimis, sukurtas Antrojo pasaulinio karo metu. Jis tarnavo kaip pagrindinė greitoji pagalba, kurią JAV kariuomenė naudojo nuo 1942 iki 1945 m., Kai kurie jų buvo naudojami dar 1953 m. Korėjos karo metu JAV armijos medicinos korpuse, o kiti tarnavo jau 1960-aisiais kai kurių Europos šalių armijose. Kartais keletą jų JAV signalų korpusas naudojo ir kaip radijo furgonus.
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General Characteristics and Role
The Dodge WC54 was the standard dedicated ambulance used by the United States Army Medical Corps during World War II. While other vehicles like the Jeep were often used for casualty evacuation in a pinch, the WC54 was a purpose-built medical transport based on the heavy-duty 3/4-ton Dodge WC chassis. It featured a fully enclosed sheet-metal body manufactured by Wayne Body Works, which provided much-needed protection and climate control for patients. The interior was highly specialized, with folding benches and suspended racks that allowed it to carry either four stretcher-borne patients or six to seven seated casualties. A powerful heater was mounted on the firewall to provide comfort in cold climates, a feature that made it much preferred by crews and patients alike over other contemporary ambulances.
| Property | Typical Value (Dodge WC54) |
|---|---|
| Tipas | Light Military Field Ambulance |
| National Origin | Jungtinės Amerikos Valstijos |
| Gamintojas | Dodge (Chrysler Corporation) / Wayne Body Works (Body) |
| Entered Service | 1942 |
| Įgulos | 2 (Driver and Medic) |
| Patient Capacity | 4 stretchers or 6-7 seated patients |
| Ilgis | 4.94 m (16 ft 2.5 in) |
| Max Speed | 87 km/h (54 mph) |
Powerplant and Medical Equipment
- Engine: 1 x Dodge T214 side-valve, inline six-cylinder gasoline engine (230 cu in).
- Engine Power: 92 hp (69 kW) at 3,200 rpm.
- Transmission: 4-speed manual gearbox with a single-speed transfer case for 4×4 engagement.
- Suspension: Heavy-duty leaf springs with hydraulic shock absorbers, tuned specifically for a slightly smoother ride than the standard weapons carrier to avoid jarring injured patients.
- Interior Layout: Features two upper and two lower stretcher positions; the lower benches fold up to create a central aisle or additional seating.
- Special Features: A rear fold-away step for easier loading of stretchers, an overhead vent for air circulation, and a large medical supply storage box.
Service History and Legacy
- Frontline Service: The WC54 saw action in every theater of WWII, including the Mediterranean, the Pacific, and the European campaigns following D-Day.
- International Aid: Thousands were supplied to the Free French Forces and the British Royal Army Medical Corps, where they were often considered superior to domestic designs like the Austin K2/Y.
- Korean War: The vehicle remained the primary US ambulance through the Korean War, serving alongside newer designs until the introduction of the Dodge M43 in the early 1950s.
- Post-War Life: Under Lend-Lease and military aid programs, the WC54 served in the armies of France, Norway, Belgium, and Greece well into the 1960s.
- WC64 KD Variant: In 1945, a “Knock-Down” version (WC64 KD) was introduced, which could be shipped in crates to save space, though the WC54 remains the most iconic version of the series.
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